Restart, Recharge, Rebrand!
To all of our valued, loyal listeners, thank you for being the heart of our community!
We are thrilled to officially announce that the Restart Recharge Podcast is leveling up and rebranding to become The EDU Coach Collective! This transition marks an exciting new chapter, and we are gearing up to make 2026 our most impactful year yet.
Finding Your Coaching Persona (Pt. 2)
This two-part series features hosts Jordan and Torie discussing the essential process of developing and resetting their coaching personas, especially when transitioning to a new environment or district.
In Part 2, the conversation likely pivots from sharing initial struggles (like navigating “Coach-ese” jargon and the cultural shock of starting over, which was covered in Part 1) to actionable strategies for earning trust and establishing a successful coaching identity in a new setting
We are thrilled to shine a spotlight on our newest Edge•U Learning Luminary, Shauna Oakwood! As a dedicated Media Specialist, Ed Tech Coach, and Dual Credit Instructor from Indianapolis Public Schools’ Crispus Attucks High School, Shauna embodies the spirit of innovative and ethical technology integration in education.
The Challenge
Shauna’s journey to this spotlight was powered by her exploration of the AI in Education: Create Edge•U Badge. Shauna's most significant "A-ha!" moment centered on transparency and ethical use. She realized that by being honest with students about her own use of AI as a teaching tool, she could facilitate a deeper, more ethical discussion about its role in their learning.
“This topic was ideal because we just finished our last essay and some students tried using AI to write their essays and they are mad that the AI outputs did not meet expectations, so I was honest about using AI for this lesson and explained why and how it was different than their essay assignment.”
The Application
Shauna leveraged her learning to tackle a cornerstone of her English curriculum: argumentative writing. To kick off the unit, she used the AI tool Diffit to create a tailored reading passage. She then integrated a suite of activities generated by the tool, including SAT-style multiple-choice questions, short-answer prompts to incorporate evidence, and Think-Pair-Share prompts to scaffold the students' writing practice in the familiar CER (Claim-Evidence-Reasoning) format.
The Impact
The result was far more than a successful writing lesson; it was a powerful teachable moment about technology ethics. Students engaged in a great, argumentative discussion about technology's value in their work. More importantly, they began to understand the critical difference between using AI as a tool for brainstorming and collaboration versus submitting AI-generated content without credit.
"Some students seemed to understand how AI is a great tool for brainstorming, but we need to credit when we use AI so we are not trying to represent it as our own work because that is not ethical."
Shauna's Advice for Educators
“There are badges for every education interest. Find whatever you love and start with those badges. Then, you can find badges that learn the new skills you learned and just keep learning new software and skills.”
Shauna's success is just one example of the impact you can have with Edge•U Badges. Did you know our microcredential content library offers over 25 Badges covering everything from AI to media literacy and instructional design? Find the skills you need to innovate just like Shauna!
Finding your Coaching Persona (PT 1)
Instructional coaches Torie and Jordan transition districts, moving from being established experts to the new kids on the block. Hear their hilarious struggles with “Coach-ese” jargon and the cultural shock of starting over. This conversation delivers actionable ideas on how to successfully reset your coaching persona and earn trust in any new school environment. Get ready to laugh and refine your pivot strategy!
Bringing Coaching to LIFE!
Welcome back to Restart Recharge, the podcast for coaches ready to level up their practice.
In this revolutionary episode, we're joined by Maureen Lamb, a true innovator who blends the ancient world with the future of learning. Maureen teaches Latin, a language often called “dead,” yet she's a cutting-edge AI expert and Google Certified Trainer.
We dig into the powerful practice of incorporating teaching and learning a language—even a dead one—and how these fundamentals can show you how to use technology not just as a tool, but as a path to more impactful coaching. Get ready to rethink everything, from self-care to teacher engagement, and truly restart and recharge your coaching practice.
What’s in Your Coaching Bag?
Get ready for a behind-the-scenes look at the tools that power coaching success!
Restart Recharge Podcast: What's in Your Coaching Bag?
In this practical and insightful episode, we peek inside the actual coaching bags of our Forward Edge coaches to reveal their essential gear. From productivity tools and tech gadgets to self-care items and unexpected resources, our coaches share the items that truly make their lives easier, enhance their sessions, and keep them running smoothly through busy days.
Discover the must-have items that transition them effortlessly between meetings, support client breakthroughs, and help them stay recharged. Whether you're a coach, consultant, or just curious about how others stay organized and effective, you'll walk away with actionable ideas to upgrade your own daily toolkit.
Don't just listen—see it all in action! Get the full visual effect of this episode by watching it on the Restart Recharge Podcast on YouTube!
The A.I. Tech Lunchbox
“Getting AI Ready with Gemini” is an episode of the Restart Recharge podcast, tailored for coaches looking to implement AI into their practice for the school year. The episode includes a live demonstration on how to utilize Google Gemini to structure and navigate coaching tasks. Viewers can watch the full demonstration on YouTube @restartrechargepodcast.
S5E15 Coaching in Style: Navigating Administrator Relationships
In this episode, we sit down with former superintendent and educational leader Marlon Styles to explore the crucial dynamic between coaches and administrators. Drawing on his experience from both sides of the desk, Marlon offers a unique and practical guide to building trusting, collaborative relationships with school and district leadership. Discover key strategies for effective communication, advocating for your team, and creating a unified vision for success, all delivered with Marlon's signature “stylish” leadership approach.
Career Campus Insights (Pt. 2)
What does it take to truly thrive in your career? Find out today on Restart Recharge! We're continuing our illuminating discussion with Lisa Oldiges in 'Career Campus Insights, Part 2.' Let's get you restarted and recharged!
Restart Recharge NEW CO-HOST!
We are excited to announce in this weeks episode that we have a new Podcast Co-host and producer! We welcome Celine Thomas who is sharing her excitement to begin her journey with Restart Recharge.