• Which one of our UCET Elements are you drawn to the most and why?

The Conversation

In this episode, host and UCET President Kiera Beddes is joined by a very special guest: Utah State Superintendent Dr. Molly Hart.

Dr. Hart shares her remarkable journey through the world of education, having served in nearly every role imaginable—from paraprofessional and substitute teacher to principal and school board member. Driven by a desire to bring a stronger educator voice to policymaking, she now leads the state with a focus on human-centered learning. She discusses the challenges of modern student apathy and disengagement, reframing education not just as a series of tasks, but as a fundamental human experience that must engage all our senses.

UCET Elements

When asked to choose from the four conference strands—Spark, Amplify, Flow, and Grounded—Dr. Hart finds her anchor in Grounded.

For Dr. Hart, staying Grounded means more than just following data; it’s about aligning actions with core principles and cutting through the "noise" of public and political discourse. She speaks passionately about maintaining balance and high standards while never losing sight of the "magical" purpose of teaching: helping students grow without letting the weight of the profession lead to burnout. This conversation serves as a powerful reminder to reach for the stars while keeping our feet firmly on the ground.

Episode Timeline

00:00 Welcome to UCET

00:45 Meet Dr Molly Hart

02:27 Education as Human Experience

03:34 Senses and Student Engagement

04:18 Conference Elements Overview

04:58 Why Grounded Matters

05:17 Staying Grounded Amid Noise

06:40 Keep Reaching for Stars

07:11 Closing and Next Time

Conference Details

This year's conference is March 16 & March 17th at the Salt Palace. Our theme is "UCET Elements." Don't miss the chance to hear from leaders like Dr. Hart as we explore how to stay grounded in our practice while sparking new innovations.

Find more info at: ucet.org/conference/

Special thanks to Kayla Towner for the podcast producing & editing and Kiera Beddes for hosting.

• How has educational technology changed what it means to be a great teacher, and what timeless teaching qualities remain unchanged?
• What do you believe are the three most essential elements every classroom needs to thrive in today’s world?
• Which one of our UCET Elements are you drawn to the most and why?

The Conversation

In this episode, host Kiera Beddes sits down with UCET conference keynote speaker Bennett Borden, the founder and CEO of Clarion AI Partners. As a leader in AI-focused law, strategy, and development, Bennett brings a profound perspective on how artificial intelligence is reshaping the landscape of human knowledge and instruction.

Bennett identifies three classroom essentials for the AI era: psychological safety so students can take intellectual risks, purpose and meaning so they understand why learning matters, and a skilled, trusted teacher to guide responsible AI use. He argues that in a world where AI makes "answers" cheap, the teacher's role shifts from being a primary source of information to a shaper of meaning—acting as a curator, sense-maker, and ethical anchor for their students.

UCET Elements

When exploring our conference strands, Bennett chooses Grounded as his key element. He believes that while innovation is vital, it must be balanced with foundational principles to keep technology from destabilizing what truly matters in education.

He describes AI as a "super suit" for educators—a tool that can personalize learning and amplify a teacher's impact rather than replace it. This conversation offers a fascinating sneak peek into his keynote address on leading transformative AI in education and how we can maintain our human "grounding" in a high-tech world.

Episode Timeline

00:00 Welcome to UCET

00:47 Meet Bennett Borden: Founder and CEO of Clarion AI Partners

01:47 Why AI in Education?

02:36 Three Classroom Essentials: Safety, Purpose, and Guidance

06:06 Teachers as Meaning Makers in an AI Era

06:46 How EdTech is Redefining the Teaching Profession

09:30 AI as the Teacher's "Super Suit"

10:51 Choosing the Elements: Why "Grounded" Wins

11:29 Navigating Grounded Innovation

12:30 Keynote Sneak Peek: Leading Transformative AI

13:36 Conference Wrap-Up

Conference Details

This year's conference is March 16 & March 17th at the Salt Palace. Our theme is "UCET Elements." Don't miss Bennett Borden's keynote address, where he will dive deeper into the strategies for integrating AI with purpose and judgment. Find more info at: ucet.org/conference/

Special thanks to Kayla Towner for the podcast producing & editing and Kiera Beddes for hosting.

• How has educational technology changed what it means to be a great teacher, and what timeless teaching qualities remain unchanged?
• What do you believe are the three most essential elements every classroom needs to thrive in today’s world?
• Which one of our UCET Elements are you drawn to the most and why?

The Conversation

In this episode, host Kiera Beddes is joined by Carly Maloney, the 2024 Utah Teacher of the Year and a current Utah Teacher Fellow. Carly wears many hats, teaching psychology and English to newcomer multilingual learners at Viewmont High School, as well as serving as an online instructor and mentor coach.

Carly shares her signature "recipe" for an ideal learning environment: strong relationships, teachers as lifelong learners, and students with a growth mindset. She discusses the importance of creating a safe space where mistakes are celebrated as part of the learning process—a philosophy she modeled recently by using AI tutors with her AP students to ensure learning continued during her maternity leave.

UCET Elements

When exploring the four conference strands—Spark, Amplify, Flow, and Grounded—Carly identifies most strongly with Amplify. She views technology as a powerful vehicle for equity, giving students more voice and choice in how they engage with the curriculum.

Reflecting on the evolution of EdTech, Carly notes that while tools now allow us to personalize learning and offer virtual field trips, the core of "good teaching" remains unchanged. Whether in a physical classroom or an online space, the holistic connection between a teacher and their students is the one element that technology can never replace—only enhance.

Episode Timeline

00:00 Welcome to the UCET Podcast + Meet Carly Maloney

00:23 Carly’s Teaching Roles & Utah Teacher of the Year Journey

01:36 The “Recipe” for an Ideal Learning Environment

03:37 Modeling Lifelong Learning: AI, Mistakes, and Growth Mindset

05:56 UCET Elements Overview: Spark, Amplify, Flow, Grounded

06:31 Why “Amplify” Matters: Student Voice, Choice & Equity

08:10 AI Tutors in Action: Extending Learning Beyond the Classroom

09:22 EdTech Then vs. Now: What Changes—and What Never Does

14:21 UCET Conference Tip: Make Connections with the Experts

15:41 Final Thanks + Conference Details & Sign-Off

Conference Details

This year's conference is March 16 & March 17th at the Salt Palace. Our theme is "UCET Elements." If you want to attend the UCET conference as a vendor, or as an attendee, you can find more info at: ucet.org/conference/

Special thanks to Kayla Towner for the podcast producing & editing and Kiera Beddes for hosting.

• How has educational technology changed what it means to be a great teacher, and what timeless teaching qualities remain unchanged?
• What do you believe are the three most essential elements every classroom needs to thrive in today’s world?
• Which one of our UCET Elements are you drawn to the most and why?

The Conversations

In this episode, host Kiera Beddes is joined by Lindsey, a fourth-year special education teacher in the Granite School District and a current Utah Teacher Fellow. Lindsey shares her inspiring journey from higher education and school secretary roles into the classroom—a transition sparked by the unique challenges of the COVID-19 era.

Lindsey discusses the vital role of the Utah Teacher Fellows, a non-partisan nonprofit dedicated to teacher leadership and retention. Her "essential element" for the modern classroom is a balanced hybrid approach: finding the sweet spot between direct, analog instruction (like textbooks and paper) and individualized online curriculum. She emphasizes that technology is a powerful partner, but never a replacement for the foundational skills and human connection found in traditional methods.

UCET Elements

Among the four conference strands, Lindsey feels most connected to Amplify. Working in special education, she is passionate about helping her students build confidence and realize the power of their own voices.

She shares how supportive tech tools—particularly in writing—can help students "Amplify" their thoughts and abilities. Reflecting on the post-COVID landscape, Lindsey reminds us that while technology has fundamentally shifted how we deliver instruction, the creativity, enthusiasm, and relevance a teacher brings to the room remain the most timeless elements of education.

Episode Timeline

00:00 Welcome to the UCET Podcast + Series Intro

00:28 Meet Lindsey: From School Secretary to Special Ed Teacher

01:11 Becoming a Utah Teacher Fellow (and Why It Fit)

02:18 What Are the Utah Teacher Fellows?

02:45 Essential Classroom Element: The Hybrid Analog + Digital Approach

04:31 Why Paper Still Matters: Foundational Skills & Real-World Surprises

05:56 UCET Elements Spotlight: “Amplify” Student Voice & Confidence

08:24 How Technology Changed Teaching: Post-COVID Shifts + What Stays Timeless

10:34 Tech as Enhancement, Not Replacement: Finding the Balance

11:39 Wrap-Up + UCET Conference Invitation

Conference Details

This year's conference is March 16 & March 17th at the Salt Palace. Our theme is "UCET Elements." If you want to attend the UCET conference as a vendor, or as an attendee, you can find more info at: ucet.org/conference/

Special thanks to Kayla Towner for the podcast producing & editing and Kiera Beddes for hosting.

• How has educational technology changed what it means to be a great teacher, and what timeless teaching qualities remain unchanged?
• What do you believe are the three most essential elements every classroom needs to thrive in today’s world?
• Which one of our UCET Elements are you drawn to the most and why?

The Conversation

In this episode, host Kiera Beddes welcomes David (Dave) Blake, the EdTech Coordinator for Box Elder School District. With 23 years of experience in education and serving his second year on the UCET board, Dave brings a wealth of knowledge on how technology integrates with high-quality instruction.

Dave outlines his three essential elements for a great classroom: strong student connections, high student engagement, and frequent opportunities for students to respond. He emphasizes the importance of creating space for hesitant speakers and the power of "messy learning," where vulnerability and collaboration lead to multiple paths toward an answer.

UCET Elements

When discussing the UCET conference theme, Dave notes that while Spark resonates with his love for discovering new ideas, Amplify is his true favorite. He believes UCET’s greatest strength is its focus on lead-class instructional practices first, using technology as the tool to enhance and elevate those methods.

Reflecting on the evolution of the classroom—from simple whiteboards to modern displays—Dave highlights how tech has allowed for faster, "chunked" instruction and immediate feedback. However, he maintains that teacher collective efficacy and human relationships remain the core, unchanging elements of successful schooling.

Episode Timeline

00:00 Welcome to the UCET Podcast + Mini-Series on the Elements of Education

00:32 Meet David Blake: From Math Teacher to District EdTech Coordinator

01:06 Behind the Scenes at UCET: Board Service & the Rural Education Voice

02:04 David’s Essential Elements of a Great Classroom: Connection, Engagement, Responding

04:00 Messy Learning Done Right: Vulnerability, Collaboration, and Multiple Paths

06:08 Which UCET Element Fits Best? Spark vs. Amplify (and Why Amplify Wins)

08:23 How Tech Has Changed Teaching vs. What Never Changes

10:34 UCET Conference Survival Tips: Go With a Friend, Reflect, and Decompress

12:02 Final Thanks & Wrap-Up

Conference Details

This year's conference is March 16 & March 17th at the Salt Palace. Our theme is "UCET Elements." If you want to attend the UCET conference as a vendor, or as an attendee, you can find more info at: ucet.org/conference/

Special thanks to Kayla Towner for the podcast producing & editing and Kiera Beddes for hosting.

• How has educational technology changed what it means to be a great teacher, and what timeless teaching qualities remain unchanged?
• What do you believe are the three most essential elements every classroom needs to thrive in today’s world?
• Which one of our UCET Elements are you drawn to the most and why?

The Conversation

In this episode, host Kiera Beddes sits down with Stacey King, a Logan native, Utah State University alum, and a powerhouse in the Utah edtech community. With a diverse background ranging from math and family consumer sciences to computer science, Stacey brings a unique "problem-solver" lens to the classroom.

Stacey breaks down her three essential elements for a thriving classroom: an engaged teacher, engaged students, and robust support from parents and administrators. She also shares her wisdom from 13 years of online teaching, discussing how tools like Canvas and individualized video can bridge gaps for students and remove barriers to learning.

UCET Elements

While the UCET conference features four distinct strands—Spark, Amplify, Flow, and Grounded—Stacey finds her strongest connection with Spark.

Focusing on emerging tech and transformative strategies, she offers a vital reminder: technology should never be used for its own sake. For Stacey, the "Spark" must always be purposeful, meeting specific instructional needs while remaining firmly Grounded in evidence-based pedagogy. She reflects on how tech has streamlined the "backend" of teaching and provided new avenues for differentiation, all while maintaining that the human connection remains the most timeless element of all.

Episode Timeline

• 00:00 Welcome to the UCET Podcast + Meet Your Host
• 00:11 Guest Intro: Stacey King’s Education & Tech Journey
• 01:13 The “Elements” of an Ideal Classroom: Engagement & Support
• 04:00 UCET Conference Theme Breakdown: Spark, Amplify, Flow, Grounded
• 04:33 Why Stacey Chooses “Spark” (and Why Tech Must Be Purposeful)
• 08:13 How Tech Has Changed Teaching vs. What Never Changes
• 09:54 Online Teaching: Using Video and Canvas to Remove Barriers
• 11:26 First-Time Conference Advice: Focus on 1–2 Actionable Wins
• 12:51 Final Thanks & See You at the Conference

Conference Details

This year's conference is March 16 & March 17th at the Salt Palace. Our theme is "UCET Elements." If you want to attend the UCET conference as a vendor, or as an attendee, you can find more info at: ucet.org/conference/

Special thanks to Kayla Towner for the podcast producing & editing and Kiera Beddes for hosting.

• How has educational technology changed what it means to be a great teacher, and what timeless teaching qualities remain unchanged?
• What do you believe are the three most essential elements every classroom needs to thrive in today’s world?
• Which one of our UCET Elements are you drawn to the most and why?

The Conversation

In this episode, host Kiera Beddes is joined by Ryan Rarick, an Educational Pathway Teacher and Instructional Coach from Washington County School District. Ryan shares his insights on the core components of an ideal classroom—quality instruction, safety, and organization—and how technology acts as a force multiplier for student and teacher voices.

UCET Elements

This episode highlights the Amplify element (elevating student voice and equity), but Ryan’s insights also touch on the full spectrum of our conference theme. Whether you are looking to Spark curiosity with emerging tech, find your Flow in leadership and coaching, or stay Grounded in evidence-based pedagogy, this series sets the stage for everything you’ll experience this March.

Episode Timeline

00:00 Introduction to the UCET Podcast

00:54 Meet Ryan Rarick: Educator and Instructional Coach

02:30 Core Elements of an Ideal Classroom

05:54 Exploring UCET’s Educational Elements

06:43 Amplifying Teacher and Student Voices

10:15 The Impact of Educational Technology

13:07 Conclusion and Conference Invitation

Conference Details

This year's conference is March 16 & March 17th at the Salt Palace. Our theme is "UCET Elements." If you want to attend the UCET conference as a vendor, or as an attendee, you can find more info at: ucet.org/conference/

Special thanks to Kayla Towner for the podcast producing & editing and Kiera Beddes for hosting.

• How has educational technology changed what it means to be a great teacher, and what timeless teaching qualities remain unchanged?
• What do you believe are the three most essential elements every classroom needs to thrive in today’s world?
• Which one of our UCET Elements are you drawn to the most and why?

The Conversation

In this episode, host Kiera Beddes is joined by Traci Rindlisbach and Kelli Cannon, both dedicated members of the UCET board. Together, they dive into the "UCET Elements" theme, exploring how classrooms thrive when they are built on a foundation of relationships, trust, and empathy.

They discuss the shift from the "sage on the stage" to the "guide on the side," highlighting how students have evolved from passive consumers into active producers of content. From AI awareness to authentic assessments like podcasts and portfolios, Traci and Kelli share how technology facilitates a more personalized and curious learning environment.

The UCET Elements

This episode introduces our four conference strands: Spark, Amplify, Flow, and Grounded.

• Traci finds herself drawn to Grounded, focusing on evidence-based pedagogy and the incremental, practical improvements educators can implement immediately.
• Kelli is energized by Spark, looking toward emerging tech and transformative strategies that ignite a fire for learning.

Whether you are looking to elevate student voice or build a toolkit of proven practices, this conversation sets the stage for our upcoming gathering this March.

Episode Timeline

• 00:00 Welcome to the UCET Podcast + Introducing the “UCET Elements” Theme
• 01:10 What Every Classroom Needs: Relationships, Personalization & Curiosity
• 02:49 Traci’s Essential Elements: Belonging, Innovation & Engaging Learning
• 04:19 How EdTech Has Changed: From “Sage on the Stage” to Student Producers
• 07:43 Picking Favorites: UCET Conference Strands (Spark, Amplify, Flow, Grounded)
• 08:05 Grounded Strand: Evidence-Based Practices & Building an Elemental Toolkit
• 09:29 Spark Strand: Fire, Emerging Tech & Transformative Strategies
• 10:43 Wrap-Up: More Episodes Coming + See You at the March Conference

Conference Details

This year's conference is March 16 & March 17th at the Salt Palace. Our theme is "UCET Elements." If you want to attend the UCET conference as a vendor, or as an attendee, you can find more info at: ucet.org/conference/

Special thanks to Kayla Towner for the podcast producing & editing and Kiera Beddes for hosting.

• For context, share years you were president and the location/theme of your conference.
• What were you most excited about being in charge at UCET?
• How has technology/learning changed since your UCET presidency?
• What does this year's theme "authentic intelligence" mean to you?
• Anything you are excited about this year's conference?

This year's conference is Feb 25th & 26th at the Salt Palace. Our theme is "Authentic Intelligence." If you want to attend the UCET conference as a vendor, or as an attendee, you can find more info at https://ucet.org/conference/

• For context, share years you were president and the location/theme of your conference.
• What were you most excited about being in charge at UCET?
• How has technology/learning changed since your UCET presidency?
• What does this year's theme "authentic intelligence" mean to you?
• Anything you are excited about this year's conference?

This year's conference is Feb 25th & 26th at the Salt Palace. Our theme is "Authentic Intelligence." If you want to attend the UCET conference as a vendor, or as an attendee, you can find more info at https://ucet.org/conference/

• For context, share years you were president and the location/theme of your conference.
• What were you most excited about being in charge at UCET?
• How has technology/learning changed since your UCET presidency?
• What does this year's theme "authentic intelligence" mean to you?
• Anything you are excited about this year's conference?

This year's conference is Feb 25th & 26th at the Salt Palace. Our theme is "Authentic Intelligence." If you want to attend the UCET conference as a vendor, or as an attendee, you can find more info at https://ucet.org/conference/ 

• For context, share years you were president and the location/theme of your conference.
• What were you most excited about being in charge at UCET?
• How has technology/learning changed since your UCET presidency?
• What does this year's theme "authentic intelligence" mean to you?
• Anything you are excited about this year's conference?

This year's conference is Feb 25th & 26th at the Salt Palace. Our theme is "Authentic Intelligence." If you want to attend the UCET conference as a vendor, or as an attendee, you can find more info at https://ucet.org/conference/

• For context, share years you were president and the location/theme of your conference.
• What were you most excited about being in charge at UCET?
• How has technology/learning changed since your UCET presidency?
• What does this year's theme "authentic intelligence" mean to you?
• Anything you are excited about this year's conference?

This year's conference is Feb 25th & 26th at the Salt Palace. Our theme is "Authentic Intelligence." If you want to attend the UCET conference as a vendor, or as an attendee, you can find more info at https://ucet.org/conference/

If you want to learn more about the Utah Tech Leaders Network, check out their webpage here: https://www.uen.org/techleaders/

• For context, share years you were president and the location/theme of your conference.
• What were you most excited about being in charge at UCET?
• How has technology/learning changed since your UCET presidency?
• What does this year's theme "authentic intelligence" mean to you?
• Anything you are excited about this year's conference?

This year's conference is Feb 25th & 26th at the Salt Palace. Our theme is "Authentic Intelligence." If you want to attend the UCET conference as a vendor, or as an attendee, you can find more info at https://ucet.org/conference/

If you want to see Katie's conference keynote video about the Tech Madness theme, you can check it out on our UCET youtube channel here: https://youtu.be/zpnw8bDOVMM?si=_6zvFa4cLgauMHxu

If you want to see more of Katie's work at UEN, check out the UEN PDtv playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwAO9f41OadDzyrmzB53eQZWPjhO4ZULp

• For context, share years you were president and the location/theme of your conference.
• What were you most excited about being in charge at UCET?
• How has technology/learning changed since your UCET presidency?
• What does this year's theme "authentic intelligence" mean to you?
• Anything you are excited about this year's conference?

This year's conference is Feb 25th & 26th at the Salt Palace. Our theme is "Authentic Intelligence." If you want to attend the UCET conference as a vendor, or as an attendee, you can find more info at https://ucet.org/conference/

If you want to see Tricia's conference keynote video where she jumps out of an airplane, you can see it on our UCET youtube channel here: https://youtu.be/kBlzymbtIeU?si=DLDjcYmjHhwEMBXf 

• For context, share years you were president and the location/theme of your conference.
• What were you most excited about being in charge at UCET?
• How has technology/learning changed since your UCET presidency?
• What does this year's theme "authentic intelligence" mean to you?
• Anything you are excited about this year's conference?

This year's conference is Feb 25th & 26th at the Salt Palace. Our theme is "Authentic Intelligence." If you want to attend the UCET conference as a vendor, or as an attendee, you can find more info at https://ucet.org/conference/

If you want to see the keynote "flash mob" that Jared references in his episode, you can see a recording of it here: https://youtu.be/wl4O3AJcpJk?si=DTzmHFQ0RA8ZTeKj

• For context, share years you were president and the location/theme of your conference.
• What were you most excited about being in charge at UCET?
• How has technology/learning changed since your UCET presidency?
• What does this year's theme "authentic intelligence" mean to you?
• Anything you are excited about this year's conference?

This year's conference is Feb 25th & 26th at the Salt Palace. Our theme is "Authentic Intelligence." If you want to attend the UCET conference as a vendor, or as an attendee, you can find more info at https://ucet.org/conference/

• For context, share years you were president and the location/theme of your conference.
• What were you most excited about being in charge at UCET?
• How has technology/learning changed since your UCET presidency?
• What does this year's theme "authentic intelligence" mean to you?
• Anything you are excited about this year's conference?

This year's conference is Feb 25th & 26th at the Salt Palace. Our theme is "Authentic Intelligence." If you want to attend the UCET conference as a vendor, or as an attendee, you can find more info at https://ucet.org/conference/

Over the course of the episode, we dive into some of the following questions:

1. As a teacher, how did you design learning for your students to (hopefully) have a long-term impact? How does that apply to professionally learning?
2. What recommendations do you have as a classroom teacher for people who provide professional learning for teachers? What can they do to make PD memorable and great?
3. How do you measure the effectiveness in facilitating long-term change? Both as a teacher, and as a Fellow, and as keynote speaker? Is it even possible?

Thanks to Kiera for hosting and for Matt Winters' help in sound editing!

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• Kiera Beddes
• Lauren Merkley
• UCET

Over the course of the episode, we dive into some of the following questions:

1. What crossover (if any) do you see between teaching adults and teaching students?
2.  What are some of the best strategies for designing learning for adults? How has your approach changed over time?
3.  What is the best way to measure the effectiveness or impact of the learning you’ve designed? For students and adults?
4.  How do you foster a culture of continuous learning among educators?

Thanks to Kiera for hosting and for Matt Winters' help in sound editing!

Follow us on Twitter:

• Kiera Beddes
• Scott Judy
• UCET

Over the course of the episode, we dive into some of the following questions:

1. Why is it important for leaders to be vulnerable?
2. How do leaders “fill their own bucket” to prevent burnout and continue to support their teachers?
3. How does an effective leader help an ineffective teacher?

At the end of the episode, we have a "Media Moment" to reflect on the library media standards - reading engagement, information & research, and media literacy - and how they affect our classrooms and communities.

Thanks to Derek & Kiera for hosting and for Matt Winters' help in sound editing!

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• Kiera Beddes
• Katie Dewey Hill
• Derek Larson
• UCET

Over the course of the episode, we dive into some of the following questions:

• Why does professional learning matter?
• What is the best way to build individual capacity and leadership within your community?
• How can a librarian best integrate in the school’s learning community?

At the end of the episode, we have a "Media Moment" to reflect on the library media standards - reading engagement, information & research, and media literacy - and how they affect our classrooms and communities.

Thanks to Derek & Kiera for hosting and for Matt Winters' help in sound editing!

Follow us on Twitter:

• Kiera Beddes
• Chris Haught
• Derek Larson
• UCET

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

• What does a big national conference like ISTE afford classroom teachers? What are some tips for teachers to get the most out of a big conference like ISTE?
• How does working with ISTE help local conferences like UCET? 
• What were some standout moments for you from the UCET conference this year?

At the end of the episode, we spotlight the Meaningful Inclusion conference happening this June in 5 different locations around the state. This conference is designed for everyone: school administrators, general and special education teachers, instructional coaches, related services providers, educator preparation program staff, and student teachers are encouraged to attend. This free, one-and-a-half-day conference will feature engaging keynote speakers, thought-provoking panel discussions, and expert-led sessions on best practices for inclusion, along with tools and resources for implementation.

• June 7-8: Mountain America Expo Center in Sandy, Utah
• June 15-16: Utah Valley Convention Center in Provo, Utah
• June 20-21: Richfield High School in Richfield, Utah
• June 26-27: Davis Conference Center in Layton, Utah
• June 29-30: Southern Utah University in Cedar City, Utah

Register today on the conference website: https://web.cvent.com/event/d21366bc-63bd-4600-a4bf-5992433f84e9/summary

Follow us:

• Matt Winters on Twitter, LinkedIn, and on his webpage.
• Jared Covili on Twitter, LinkedIn, and on his webpage.
• Kiera Beddes on Twitter and LinkedIn.
• UCET on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn

Special thanks to Matt Winters for the sound editing and Kiera Beddes for hosting.

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

• What is something you wish more people understood about ULEAD - its missions/goals/projects etc?
• What is a current ULEAD project that you are excited about?
•  You have 3 adjectives (Effective, Actionable, or Dynamic) in the acronym for ULEAD - which do you think is the most important for districts/schools/classrooms? Why?
• What is something exciting in the landscape of #uted? 

At the end of the episode, we spotlight the ULEAD website. There are two features worth noting, the promising practice submission form and the ULEAD topic request form. Both forms allow teachers to share awesome instructional strategies worth highlighting and finding evidence-based research to support further learning and growth for their classrooms. 

Check it out here: 

• ULEAD website: https://www.schools.utah.gov/ulead
• Promising Practice Submission Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfm3N0I5eUGo2fCsFYSFpm1TNYPIkjFukkueccQnRfqD7w8_w/viewform
• ULEAD Topic Request Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfaXLeps7cQQhTX6eURxefrnPMpQqSKmDfYI_zSObhJBeW42Q/viewform

Special thanks to Matt Winters for the sound editing and Kiera Beddes for hosting

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

• Why are you here at UCET this year?
• What are you presenting? Or what session are you most excited for?
• What does the theme "Together at UCET" mean to you?
• How can you bring the best of UCET to your team, school, or community?

At the end of the episode, we spotlight the Show Up for Teachers conference, coming up July 19th. The 2023 Show Up for Teachers Conference will be held at the Mountain America Expo Center in Sandy. This is an educator wellness conference hosted by Utah First Lady Abby Cox. Each school district has an allotted number of seats based on full time district educators, so if your district is full, you can add your name to the waitlist. It’s a wonderful experience and I encourage you to attend (plus it’s free for educators!) Find out more here: https://www.showupforteachers.org/

Special thanks to Matt Winters for the sound editing and Kiera Beddes for hosting.

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

• What do the regional service centers do?
• What are the most common misconceptions around rural education and rural communities?
• How do your school districts use technology to address some of these barriers you’ve mentioned?

At the end of the episode, we spotlight the URSA conference, coming up July 12th - 14th. The 2023 URSA Conference will be held on the campus of Utah State University Eastern in Price. We are seeking presentations on educational topics from all subject areas pre-K through 12 grade. Sessions will include a 20-minute Over the Shoulder, a 1 or 2-hour traditional or BYOD, and 2-hour Playground Hand-On sessions. Proposals will be accepted through March 31, 2023. If you are interested in presenting, submit your session proposal here. Presenters will be notified via email of their selection status by Friday, April 14, 2023.

Special thanks to Matt Winters for the sound editing and Kiera Beddes for hosting.

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

1. What is something that you wish more people understood about libraries or librarians? 
2. What struck you as the most positive and exciting aspect of the Information Age?
3. What are some of the disadvantages of the spread of technology in society? How can these be dealt with in libraries?

At the end of the episode, we spotlight the UELMA conference, coming up March 10th. This year’s UELMA conference theme is Libraries are Freadom. You can find more information on how to register on the UELMA conference website here: https://sites.google.com/uelma.org/annualconference2023/  

You can follow the UELMA in all the following ways:

• Twitter: @UELMA_Utah
• Instagram: @UELMA_Librarians
• Facebook: UELMA - Utah Educational Library Media Association
• Website: https://uelma.org/

Special thanks to Matt Winters for the sound editing and Kiera Beddes for hosting.

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

1. What are the three most important qualities in a leader?
2. How can teachers best develop their leadership skills? 
3. Where do you see the overlap between teaching, leadership, and technology?

At the end of the episode, we spotlight the Utah Teacher Fellows Podcast. The current cohort of the Utah Teacher Fellows started a podcast where they focus on sharing teacher stories to advocate for the education profession. 

Ryan Rarick (@Coach_Rarick) from Washington County School District and Audryn Damron (@audryn_d)  from Granite School District are the hosts and Kayla Towner (@mrstowner9)  from UEN is the producer. You can listen to the top 3 episodes on the bulleted list below or you can catch up on all the available episodes here: https://utah-teacher-fellows-podcast.simplecast.com/

• S1E5: Lauren Merkley 2020 Utah State Teacher of the Year
• S1E1: Meet The Social Media Team
• S1E4: Machelle Maxwell - The Ultimate Library/Media Specialist

Check out their podcast to see what awesome things are happening in Fellows classrooms across the state. If you are interested in the work the Utah Teacher Fellows are doing, applications for the next cohort are going to open in the Spring. Contact the program director Tabitha Pacheco at tabithap@hopestreetgroup.org  for more info.

You can follow the Utah Teacher Fellows in all the following ways:

• LinkedIn: Utah Teacher Fellows
• Twitter: @HSG_ut
• Instagram: @hsg_ut
• Facebook: Utah Teacher Fellows Program
• Website: https://hopestreetgroup.org/teacher-fellows/utteacherfellows/

Special thanks to Matt Winters for the sound editing and Kiera Beddes for hosting.

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

1. What are you most passionate about with DTL? 
2. What role does technology play in education?
3. How do programs like PCBL work with DTL to support Utah education?

At the end of the episode, we spotlight the ULEAD, a research clearinghouse and repository of accessible electronic resources designed to improve practices in the public schools of the state. UCET + ULEAD announced a partnership for UCET23 called the Highlight Hive. We are providing a space for LEAs to share their innovative practices with the larger state community. Many leaders in this group are engaged in amazing practices within our state and we want to provide a space for you to share. If you know others that may be interested in presenting in a poster/table style presentation at UCET23, reach out to the ULEAD Director, Meghan Everette at meghan.everette@schools.utah.gov.

Special thanks to Matt Winters for the sound editing and Kiera Beddes for hosting.

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

1. What is something you wish more people knew or understood about UEN and its mission? 
2. What current projects are you working on that you are excited about?
3. What is something underutilized at UEN?

At the end of the episode, we spotlight the eMedia hub on the UEN website. eMedia is a digital library of educational resources created specifically for Utah educators. eMedia makes content openly accessible to all, as well as additional licensed content available to Utah users with appropriate permissions, customized alignment tools for the Utah Core Standards will provide additional value for Utah educators, with evaluation rubrics to facilitate content vetting. You can explore the resource at https://emedia.uen.org/.

You can follow Justin on Twitter at @brooksby or follow Utah Education Network (UEN) on Twitter at @uennews.

Resources mentioned in the episode:

• https://uetn.org/publicinfo/history.php
• https://www.uen.org/
• https://uen.catalog.instructure.com/
• https://www.youtube.com/c/UENVideo
• https://www.uen.org/leadership/

Special thanks to Matt Winters for the sound editing and Kiera Beddes for hosting.

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

1. What is your first memory of UCET? 
2. What are some strengths and challenges to coalition-building?
3. Why should teachers be a part of teacher organizations like UCET or content-specific organizations? 
4. What are some key ways to make sure coalition discussions are productive?
5. How can someone get involved?

At the end of the episode, we discuss how to start (and maintain) a movement. As was mentioned in the episode, edtech people are the best kind of people and the future of UCET continues to look bright as we grow and connect with other coalitions to make education in Utah the best it can be. You can follow Matt at @teacherwinters on Twitter and or his website https://www.teacherwinters.net and you can follow Jared at @covili on Twitter or on his website http://www.jaredcovili.com.

Special thanks to Matt Winters for the sound editing and Kiera Beddes for hosting.

You can follow their work on Twitter - @edtechbyte for Becca, @BraxtonThornley for Braxton, and @KBeddes for Kiera. Kiera also referenced the book Originals by Adam Grant a couple times in this episode. You can check out the Amazon link for the book here.

Over the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions (and more!) with our guests:

• How do you lead and model creativity?
• Why should students be creating?
• What role does feedback play in student creativity?

At the end of the episode, we take a minute to spotlight the amazing eMedia resource in Utah’s Online Library, EdcampUT happening in June, and the LAST #utedchat of the year. Next season’s episodes of the UCET podcast will start again in September.

Connect with us!

UCET Newsletter: https://ucet.org/newsletter/

UCET Edcamps: https://ucet.org/edcamp/

#utedchat Weds at 9 p.m. on Twitter: https://ucet.org/utedchat/

Special thanks to Matt Winters for the sound editing and Kiera Beddes for hosting.

You can follow their work on the Kiss the Book Blog (kissthebook.blogspot.com) or follow Cindy on Twitter @KisstheBook, or you can listen in on the Kiss the Book podcast (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kiss-the-book/id1448161701) and follow the Kiss the Book Pinterest boards (https://www.pinterest.com/kissthebook/_saved/)

Over the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions (and more!) with our library media specialist guests:

• What adjectives would you use to describe your position as library media specialist?
• How do you go about locating and vetting resources to add to your collections?
• What is one book you think every student or teacher should read?

At the end of the episode, we take a minute to spotlight the upcoming EdcampUT events happening in April and June. Check out www.ucet.org/edcamp for more info about when and how to register!

Connect with us!

UCET Newsletter: https://ucet.org/newsletter/

UCET Edcamps: https://ucet.org/edcamp/

#utedchat Weds at 9 p.m. on Twitter: https://ucet.org/utedchat/

Special thanks to Matt Winters for the sound editing and Kiera Beddes for hosting.

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions to attendees at this year’s conference:

• Why are you here at UCET this year?
• What are you presenting? Or what session are you most excited for?
• As it’s the theme this year, how do you connect with others at UCET?

At the end of the episode, we take a minute to spotlight the upcoming EdcampUT events happening in April and June. Check out www.ucet.org/edcamp for more info about when and how to register!

Connect with us!

UCET Newsletter: https://ucet.org/newsletter/

UCET Edcamps: https://ucet.org/edcamp/

#utedchat Weds at 9 p.m. on Twitter: https://ucet.org/utedchat/

Special thanks to Matt Winters for the sound editing and Kiera Beddes for hosting.

Over the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

• Why is it important to learn about the world beyond our city/state/country?
• What are some tech tools that can help educators engage virtually with people outside of the classroom?
• What are some challenges teaching a globalized perspective?

At the end of the episode, we discussed some of the best ways to develop global citizens, for our students and for ourselves as educators.  If you want more, you can follow Dany on Instagram @Book_Talk_Lady and Matt can be found on Twitter @TeacherWinters or https://www.teacherwinters.net/ 

Resources mentioned in the episode:

• Nearpod
• Newsela
• KisstheBook Blog
• Flipgrid Pals
• National Endowment for the Humanities Professional Development Programs
• UN Sustainable Development Goals
• Newslit.org Newsroom to Classroom feature
• UCET Grant Wakelet
• #Globaledchat every 3rd Thursday on Twitter

Special thanks to Matt Winters for the sound editing and Kiera Beddes for hosting.

Over the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

• How can teachers use professional learning to rejuvenate their love of the profession?
• Why do teachers engage in professional learning? Why do you?
• What makes for excellent and/or effective professional learning for teachers? 
• What are some challenges to designing good professional learning for teachers?

At the end of the episode, we discussed the future of professional learning and how teachers can take ownership of their own professional development. If you want more, you can read Daron’s book The Game Plan: A Multi-Year Blueprint to Create a School Culture of Literacy and Data Analysis and you can follow Rob at @robobent on Twitter. 

Special thanks to Matt Winters for the sound editing and Kiera Beddes for hosting.

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

1. What is the biggest challenge facing the education sector?
2. What is your favorite example of student innovation? Favorite example of teacher innovation?
3. Why does innovation in education matter?
4. What are the most critical skills for innovation?

At the end of the episode, we discussed  why some educators are reluctant to change and how we can encourage innovation for all of our students. As was mentioned in the episode, we can’t just teach how we were taught, we can and should innovate to be better. You can follow Quinn at @jedikermit on Twitter and you can follow Kayla at @mrstowner9 on Twitter. 

Special thanks to Matt Winters for the sound editing and Kiera Beddes for hosting.

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

1. How can a teacher even start instigating change?
2. How can teachers help students become agents of change for their communities?
3. How can a teacher approach working with a decision maker who thinks differently than them?
4. How can technology be leveraged to create change?
5. How do you deal with burnout as a change-maker?

At the end of the episode, we discuss some simple ways that teachers can start making positive changes for their schools and communities. As was mentioned in the episode, we need to make sure our kids are going to the joyous, just schools that they deserve, and teachers are a big part of making that happen. You can follow John at @9thevermore on Twitter and Youtube and you can follow Brooke at @anderbrooke on Twitter. 

Special thanks to Matt Winters for the sound editing and Kiera Beddes for hosting.

Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:

• Why study the liberal arts? 
• What are some challenges to incorporating the liberal arts in the modern day classroom?
• What role does technology play in studying the liberal arts?
• How do you use technology to find, organize, and curate educational resources for yourself, colleagues, or students?
• How can teachers help students be more successful at managing all the data of their lives?

We end the episode with a special highlight on Scrible, a web-based curation, annotation, and writing tool to help students manage the research process better. Go to https://www.scrible.com/utah/ for more information, or contact your district's digital learning specialist or school librarian for ideas on how to incorporate this resource into your classroom.

If you want to continue the conversation, join us for #utedchat on Twitter, Wednesdays at 9 p.m. MST or go to www.ucet.org/newsletter to subscribe to the monthly UCET newsletter. Give Deborah a follow on Twitter @DeborahGatrell1 or Kiera Beddes @KBeddes. You can follow Trent's book reviews on Goodreads, here: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/960927-trent-mikesell. 

Our topic today focuses on how to seek out, join, and participate in local and global learning communities to pursue professional learning and stay current with research that supports student learning. Our featured guests are Ian Davey, a digital teaching and learning specialist with Ogden School District and Pam Turley, an edtech specialist with Nebo School District. You can find Ian on Twitter @iancdavey and at his website here: https://sites.google.com/view/ian-davey-prof-portfolio/home. Pam is on Twitter @pamturley55 and on her website here: https://sites.google.com/nebo.edu/nebo-ed-tech/home.

Topics covered in this episode:

• How are teaching and learning changing? 
• What are the most important ingredients for teacher improvement? 
• How do you foster an atmosphere of professional learning in your schools?
• How can an educator find their best learning community?
• Why is it so important for educators to be a part of a wider network?

We wrap up the episode with a couple of highlight on things dealing with the topic. For this episode, we spotlight the weekly edchat, #utedchat on Twitter, Wednesday nights at 9 p.m MST. and the Google Educator Group Utah. You can check out more about joining GEG Utah here: https://sites.google.com/pd.uen.org/geg-utah/home

Thanks for joining us and we will see you next month! 

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If you would like to be on a future episode of UCET Podcast, please email matthew.winters@ucet.org.

Just a reminder to join UCET for UCET 2021 on March 20th. This online conference features teachers, trainers, and administrators from across Utah and the world engaging in discussions about best practices in education. Sign up to attend at UCET.org. 

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Just a reminder to join UCET for UCET 2021 on March 20th. This online conference features teachers, trainers, and administrators from across Utah and the world engaging in discussions about best practices in education. Sign up to attend at UCET.org. 

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