This episode of the "Building Classroom Community Podcast" features Andrea Earl chatting with guest Chad Lanes discussing the critical role of feedback in the classroom. Chad, a former middle school history teacher and current district tech integration specialist for ABC Unified School District, emphasizes that feedback is essential for building relationships and fostering communication with students.

The conversation explores the challenges teachers face in providing timely, meaningful, and actionable feedback. Chad shares traditional strategies he used, such as peer feedback, highlighting its benefits in developing soft skills like collaboration and communication. The episode also explores how AI tools, specifically Brisk Teaching, a Chrome extension, can provide timely, first-pass feedback.

Note: This episode was recorded on Feb. 19, 2025. Since then, Brisk has added many new features. Additionally, Andrea will be representing BRISK at this year's InstructureCon 2025 in Tacoma, Washington.

Chad can be found at

linkedin.com/in/mr-laines-b50772303
@mrlaines.bsky.social‬
abcusd.us/edtechhub
facebook.com/chad.laines

Andrea Earl
TheDigitalTeach.com
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Canvas Tips of the Day
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Music by: Sam Earl 

In this episode, Jon Corippo, co-author of the EduProtpcols Field Guide and EduProtocols movement shares how using EduProtocls can boost student engagement, build classroom community, and make school fun!

Andrea Earl
TheDigitalTeach.com
@thedigitalteach
Canvas Tips of the Day
LinkedIn

Music by: Sam Earl 

In this episode, Instructional Technology Coach, Jody Green shares strategies for organizing your digital life and tips for selecting the best ed-tech tools to use with your students.
Connect with Jody at
@peerlessgreen
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Andrea Earl
TheDigitalTeach.com
@thedigitalteach
Canvas Tips of the Day
LinkedIn

Music by: Sam Earl 

In part 2 of our conversation, Jeremiah shares how he builds community with the learners in his classroom. 

Links to Resources Discussed: 

• Building Thinking Classrooms by Peter Liljedahl
• Lolipop Moments Ted Talk by Drew Dudley

Andrea Earl
TheDigitalTeach.com
@thedigitalteach
Canvas Tips of the Day
LinkedIn

Music by: Sam Earl 

In part 1 of my conversation with Jeremiah Ruesch, we talk about how the words we use can create barriers (even unintentionally) or can build bridges with our students. 

Jeremiah can be found on LinkedIn @mathkaveli

Andrea Earl
TheDigitalTeach.com
@thedigitalteach
Canvas Tips of the Day
LinkedIn

Music by: Sam Earl

Andrea Earl
TheDigitalTeach.com
@thedigitalteach
Canvas Tips of the Day
LinkedIn

Music by: Sam Earl 

In this episode, my guest Arlyn Shelton, and I talk about how we use the first 10 minutes of class to help students shift into a learning mindset while building classroom community.

Arlyn can be found on Instagram @streetcredteacher

Andrea Earl
TheDigitalTeach.com
@thedigitalteach
Canvas Tips of the Day
LinkedIn

Music by: Sam Earl 

The week before a break can be busy and stressful. In this episode, I share some of the activities I've done to keep the learning going during the week.

Andrea Earl
TheDigitalTeach.com
@thedigitalteach
Canvas Tips of the Day
LinkedIn

Music by: Sam Earl 

I recorded this episode at the 2023 Fall CUE Conference in Stockton, California. I interviewed a few conference attendees about what feeds their souls and motivates them to continue learning. 

Andrea Earl
TheDigitalTeach.com
@thedigitalteach
Canvas Tips of the Day
LinkedIn

Music by: Sam Earl 

In this episode, I share ideas to help you make the most of the time you have with parents and guardians during Back-to-School Night. Resources and Templates

Andrea Earl
TheDigitalTeach.com
@thedigitalteach
Canvas Tips of the Day
LinkedIn

Music by: Sam Earl 

In this episode I share how I use the Frayer Model to Build Classroom Community.  Check out the Show Notes for examples and links.

Andrea Earl
TheDigitalTeach.com
@thedigitalteach
Canvas Tips of the Day
LinkedIn

Music by: Sam Earl 

In this episode, I will share some of my ideas and things to consider regarding setting up your physical space, assigning student seating, and the importance of using student names.

Episode 3: Show Notes

Andrea Earl
TheDigitalTeach.com
@thedigitalteach
Canvas Tips of the Day
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Music by: Sam Earl 

In this episode, I share ways to help build common understandings with your students around class expectations and procedures. The first few days of school set the tone for the whole year. I also share the Think-Share-Discuss collaborative discussion protocol. 

Andrea Earl
TheDigitalTeach.com
@thedigitalteach
Canvas Tips of the Day
LinkedIn

Music by: Sam Earl 

Show Notes: Rules, Expectations & Procedures
This episode is the kick-off of my passion project, the Building Classroom Community Podcast. In this episode, I will share some ideas for creating the rules, expectations, and procedures that will become the backbone of your classroom management plan. 

Andrea Earl
TheDigitalTeach.com
@thedigitalteach
Canvas Tips of the Day
LinkedIn

Music by: Sam Earl