Hosted by Don Sturm and Stefanie crawford · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 21 episodes
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That’s the Idea! is the official podcast of the Illinois Digital Educators Alliance. In each episode, we dive into fresh perspectives and innovative ideas with guests who challenge conventional thinking. Whether you're an educator, leader, or lifelong learner, our conversations will inspire you to explore new approaches and take bold steps in your practice. Tune in, get curious, and discover the next great idea that could transform the way you think and work!
Don Sturm and Stefanie crawford hosts That's the IDEA!, a education show with 21 episodes published.
In this special episode of That’s the IDEA, Don and Stefanie take time to reflect as they record their final episode together. Along the way, they dive into a conversation that feels simple on the surface but runs much d
Join Don and Stefanie as they sit down with Dr. Sawsan Jaber for a powerful conversation about student voice, identity, and what it truly means to create human-centered classrooms. From her journey in education to the id
In this episode, Don Sturm and Stefanie Crawford talk with Stefanie Pitzer, 2025 IDEA Administrator Educator of the Year, about building a culture of readers through simple, powerful moves like lunch read alouds and a vi
Join Don and Stefanie as they welcome high school English teacher Marcus Luther for a lively conversation about what student-centered learning actually looks like in real classrooms. Marcus reflects on the fifth grade te
Join Don and Stefanie as they sit down with Ted Neitzke, a former social studies teacher turned superintendent and mayor, who brings big energy and a clear message about making improvement actually stick. Ted shares why
Join Don and Stefanie as they sit down with Kunal Dalal, Monday’s IDEAcon keynote speaker. Kunal is a former teacher and principal turned AI thinker and builder. Kunal shares how his work with AI began through parenting,
In this episode of That’s the Idea, Don and Stefanie sit down with Wunneanatsu Lamb-Cason, the first Indigenous educator named Gilder Lehrman National History Teacher of the Year. Wunneanatsu shares her journey from the
Join Don and Stefanie as they sit down with Matt Farber, associate professor at the University of Northern Colorado and longtime voice in game-based learning. Matt shares how his path from middle school social studies te
Join us as we sit down with educator, author, and edtech whisperer Marcus Stein to explore what it really means to make professional learning human. From keeping PD short and authentic to building classrooms that reflect
Join us as we sit down with educator and creative powerhouse Lisa Mo to explore what it really means to keep people at the center of innovation. From rethinking how we use STEAM and AI to amplifying student voice and tea
Join us as we sit down with Illinois Teacher of the Year Dr. Rachael Mahmood to explore what it really means to build belonging in schools today. From harnessing student talk and honoring identity to rethinking data meet
Join us as we sit down with educator and tech leader David Chan to explore what it really means to be a technology director in 2025. From bridging IT and instruction to navigating AI and ever-changing tools, David shares
Join us as we sit down with veteran and Do Better creator Anthony Carlyle for a conversation about growth, intention, and resilience. Anthony is not a teacher, yet his story of sobriety, mental health, and simple daily p
Join us as we sit down with Ken Shelton for a thoughtful conversation about what AI means for teaching and learning, the opportunities it brings, and the challenges we need to keep in mind. It’s a people-centered look at
Join us as we sit down with business owner and lover of fun and community building, Dan Crawford, to discuss how your local businesses can help you build community within your schools.
Join us as we sit down with Mandy Froehlich to discuss the Importance of mental health for educators. Teachers are often expected to push through their struggles, but mental health needs to be prioritized. It's not just
Join us as we sit down with Jed Dearybury to discuss the necessity of playful learning for people of all ages and addresses the assumption that being playful is just for kids. https://www.mrdearybury.com Fill out this Go
Join us as we sit down with Maria Galanis to discuss how innovation isn’t just for the classroom and to explore how Maria has found ways to provide meaningful connection points with caregivers.
Join us as we sit down with Jennifer Ehehalt from Common Sense Education and Dr. Sonal Patel to discuss AI and how our approach and attitudes toward AI can shape the landscape of AI use in education.
Join us as we sit down with Evo Hannan to discuss the power of an idea and just how much words and autonomy matter.
Sawsan Jaber
author of Pedagogies of Voice
1 appearance on this show
David Chan
educator and tech leader · American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
1 appearance on this show
Ken Shelton
globally recognized speaker, educator, and advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion in education and technology
1 appearance on this show
Mandy Froehlich
human sustainability expert
1 appearance on this show
Jed Dearybury
educator, author, play advocate
1 appearance on this show
Dr. Sonal Patel
board-certified pediatrician, neonatologist, breastfeeding specialist · La Jolla Open Aire Farmers Market
1 appearance on this show
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