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10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher

A teacher podcast for busy educators—about 10 minutes, every week. Stay current on artificial intelligence in education (plain English), edtech, and what matters in the classroom: culture, instruction, assessment, digital health and wellness, and more. Simple ideas you can use right away.

Hosted by AP Computer Science teacher Vicki Davis (Cool Cat Teacher)—author and longtime edtech blogger—this teaching podcast features best-selling teachers, researchers, and in-the-classroom administrators sharing practical strategies that connect with today’s students.

Follow the 10 Minute Teacher—the podcast for teachers and school leaders—for weekly, classroom-ready tips.
Show notes & resources: https://coolcatteacher.com/podcast

Education How To Self-Improvement
Update frequency
every 5 days
Average duration
12 minutes
Episodes
913
Years Active
2017 - 2025
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News Roundup: What’s the Latest in Edtech and AI Right Now?

News Roundup: What’s the Latest in Edtech and AI Right Now?

What do teachers need to know this week about AI, edtech tools, privacy risks, and time-saving features? In this fast-paced news update, Vicki Davis — the Cool Cat Teacher — shares teacher-tested hea…

00:10:08  |   Fri 25 Apr 2025
How to Help Every Child Feel Like They Belong

How to Help Every Child Feel Like They Belong

In this inspiring episode, Principal Carlos Ramirez, named "2024 Principal of the Year" by the Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents shares how he turned a school tradition into a …

00:10:24  |   Thu 24 Apr 2025
Fun Grammar Strategies That Actually Work

Fun Grammar Strategies That Actually Work

Can grammar really be fun? Yes! In this episode, literacy coach and author Patty McGee shares fresh, playful ways to teach grammar that actually work—and won't leave kids groaning.

If you've ever str…

00:13:58  |   Tue 22 Apr 2025
Teaching Math in 2025: Dan Meyer on Tools, Trends, and True Engagement

Teaching Math in 2025: Dan Meyer on Tools, Trends, and True Engagement

How do we move beyond drill-and-kill and actually engage students in math? In this visionary episode, Dan Meyer shares how Desmos and Amplify are transforming math classrooms—and what every teacher n…

00:11:37  |   Tue 22 Apr 2025
56% of New Teachers in Texas Are Uncertified: The Impact on Learning

56% of New Teachers in Texas Are Uncertified: The Impact on Learning

Is passion enough to teach? In this powerful episode, Dr. Jacob Kirksey—Assistant Professor of Education Policy at Texas Tech University—reveals research on the rise of uncertified teachers (56% of n…

00:13:56  |   Mon 21 Apr 2025
8 Insights About Early Childhood Education

8 Insights About Early Childhood Education

Isabelle Hau, executive director of the Stanford Accelerator for Learning, joins Vicki Davis to explore why the early years gap is our greatest educational inequity. Discover how 90% of brain develop…

00:13:36  |   Wed 16 Apr 2025
5 Ways to Help Students Succeed in School and Life

5 Ways to Help Students Succeed in School and Life

Daron Franklin also known as “Coach Frank,” is a former Algebra I teacher turned human performance coach. His practical advice to help teachers reach kids and to help kids reach their goals is spot o…

00:11:00  |   Wed 09 Apr 2025
How to Actually Engage Students Who Have Zero Attention Span

How to Actually Engage Students Who Have Zero Attention Span

Dr. Marc Isseks, author of Captivate: Engaging and Empowering Students in a World of Digital Distractions, talks bluntly about cell phone policies and his opinion that attempting to ban cell phones i…

00:16:50  |   Wed 02 Apr 2025
AI in Education: Friend or Foe? A Student Perspective #AILiteracyDay

AI in Education: Friend or Foe? A Student Perspective #AILiteracyDay

Today is AI Literacy Day, Friday, March 28, 2025. So, as my part in celebrating this day, I thought the best people to speak about this topic is my students. So, I issued a call to my AP students and…

00:29:12  |   Fri 28 Mar 2025
Personalizing Learning for Teachers & Students

Personalizing Learning for Teachers & Students

Courtney Walker, NASSP National Assistant Principal of the year for 2024 talks about personalize learning for both teachers and students at her school and how to get started. The collaboration at her…

00:14:30  |   Mon 24 Mar 2025
How to Build a Thriving Music Program: Expert Advice from Adrian Gordon

How to Build a Thriving Music Program: Expert Advice from Adrian Gordon

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Adrian Gordon, a seasoned music educator with over 20 years of experience, as he shares his insights on building a thriving music program. Discover how to c…

00:10:22  |   Mon 17 Mar 2025
How Fortnite Can be Free Physics Fun for Everyone!

How Fortnite Can be Free Physics Fun for Everyone!

In the ever-evolving landscape of educational technology, Fortnite Creative is emerging as a groundbreaking tool for physics education and game-based learning. Andrew Vanden Heuvel, an innovative edu…

00:10:48  |   Mon 10 Mar 2025
How to Reduce Teacher Stress: Self-Care Strategies for 2025

How to Reduce Teacher Stress: Self-Care Strategies for 2025

In this episode, we dive into the essential topic of self-care for educators with expert Morgane Michael, author of "Burn Out and Fired Up" and "Blueprint for Belonging." Teaching is a high-stress pr…

00:14:02  |   Mon 03 Mar 2025
How to Shorten the Line at the Principal's Office

How to Shorten the Line at the Principal's Office

Traditional discipline isn’t working—so what should we do instead? In this episode, Joshua Stamper, educator and co-author of The Language of Behavior, shares how he transformed school discipline by …

00:14:03  |   Mon 24 Feb 2025
Teaching Writing in an AI World: A Practical Guide

Teaching Writing in an AI World: A Practical Guide

As AI tools like ChatGPT become more accessible, how can teachers help students develop authentic writing skills? In this episode, Vicki Davis talks with Dawne Beck, an experienced ELA teacher, about…

00:17:07  |   Mon 17 Feb 2025
11 Simple Hacks for Teachers to Save Time | Dr. Desiree Alexander

11 Simple Hacks for Teachers to Save Time | Dr. Desiree Alexander

Are you a teacher feeling overwhelmed by endless tasks and struggling to find time for what truly matters—your students? In this episode of The 10 Minute Teacher Podcast, Dr. Desiree Alexander, an aw…

00:12:32  |   Mon 10 Feb 2025
Why RTI and MTSS Matter: Strategies to Support Every Learner with Mike Mattos

Why RTI and MTSS Matter: Strategies to Support Every Learner with Mike Mattos

Discover how to revolutionize student support with RTI (Response to Intervention) and MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) in this expert-led episode. Mike Mattos, an internationally recognized edu…

00:20:00  |   Mon 03 Feb 2025
Breaking the Algorithm: How Flipboard and the Fediverse Empower Educators (Episode 877)

Breaking the Algorithm: How Flipboard and the Fediverse Empower Educators (Episode 877)

Discover how to break free from algorithmic echo chambers and reclaim your personalized news feed. In this episode, William “Coach” Jeffery, an experienced educator and innovator, shares insights on …

00:12:25  |   Mon 27 Jan 2025
Apple Intelligence and Its Impact on the Classroom

Apple Intelligence and Its Impact on the Classroom

In today’s ever-evolving educational landscape, technology is redefining how we teach and learn. With the release of Apple Intelligence in iOS 18.2 and macOS Sequoia, students and educators now have …

00:19:09  |   Wed 15 Jan 2025
From Ego to Excellence: Leadership Growth with Dr. Samuel Nix

From Ego to Excellence: Leadership Growth with Dr. Samuel Nix

🌟 Leadership is not about ego; it’s about transformation. 🌟

In this inspiring episode, Dr. Samuel Nix, award-winning educator and Chief Academic Officer of Duncanville Independent School District, sh…

00:20:44  |   Tue 07 Jan 2025
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