Lydia Croupe, Ed.D.

I can confidently say this is one of more unusual things I've ever created😂 . Day 5 of #AdobeForEdu #12DaysofCreativity w @AdobeExpress.adobe.com - a dancing snack. Now I want some chips and queso. What snack would you make dance?

#AdobeEduCreative #EduSky

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🎅✨ Get ready for a magical virtual visit with Santa, brought to you by @TCEA.org Educators, it's time to let your students' curiosity shine. Encourage them to submit their most festive questions for Santa. Click the link in the blog to join the fun! 🎉🎁

#TCEA #EduSky

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This one took a little more work. I love the color palette I ended up with! Here is Day 4 of #AdobeForEdu #12DaysofCreativity using @adobeexperss.adobe.com

#AdobeEduCreative #EduSky

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As some point, I will share how I found my One Word for 2026: Alchemy. For now, check out my day three of #AdobeForEdu #12DaysofCreativity using @adobeexpress.adobe.com These challenges are a lot of fun!

#AdobeEduCreative #OneWord #EduSky

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Here is my Day 2 creation for #AdobeForEdu #12DaysofCreativity with @adobeexpress.adobe.com I tried to create a book plushie, but this ended up so much cuter! It's giving me Teddy Ruxpin vibes.

#AdobeEduCreative #EduSky

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Padlet's New Features in December Learn how to use Padlet to personalize student learning. In this webinar, we'll share quick, practical ways to support collaboration, individual assignments, feedback and differentiation to meet the…

Join us tomorrow at 8am PST for a look back at the best new features and examples from 2025! sessions.padlet.com/padlet-webin... #edusky

Anchor chart, titled "Assess Yourself," provides statements describing mastery levels of novice, apprentice, practitioner and expert.

This self-assessment strategy, from T Megan, encourages Ss to embrace the power of "yet":

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What if an ugly sweater could prove real learning? 👚🎄
Ss can design content-based sweaters & then justify every symbol, color, & pattern with evidence. Science, math, ELA, history & digital citizenship all fit.
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It's that time of the year - #AdobeForEdu 12 Days of Creativity in @adobeexpress.adobe.com Design your own ugly sweater! I got too excited with this one😂 🐲 🦄

Share your designs and spread the festive fun! #AdobeEduCreative #12DaysofCreativity #EduSky

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Five Winter-Themed SEL Activities for December – TCEA TechNotes Blog Can you believe it's already December? Brave the pre-winter-break storm with these five winter-themed SEL activities! Explore this and more at TCEA TechNotes Blog, your go-to source for educational…

🎉 It's the perfect time of year for some fun winter and holiday-themed learning! ❄️🎄 Check out the latest @TCEA.org post to discover cool ideas that blend the magic of the season with SEL activities. Make these next few weeks memorable! #TCEA #EduSky blog.tcea.org/five-winter-...

For those who celebrate, I hope you had a fab Thanksgiving Break! I am grateful for your amazing support in electing me as the Membership and Records Chair of the @tcea.org Executive Committee! Excited for this journey with all of you! 🦃 🥳

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I Believe in Believe Last post, I referenced my favorite show of all time, The Golden Girls, in describing ways teachers can take care of themselves during the Disillusionment Phase of the school year. I want to contin…

I hope you're all doing well! I apologize for the lack of posts over the past couple of weeks. Family vacation and Thanksgiving threw things off a bit. Enjoy this post and I'll get back to my weekly posting schedule. #NTChat #EduSky

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Behind the Screen Lessons from Hosting AI Webinars for Teachers - Easy EdTech Podcast 346 - Class Tech Tips 5 game-changing lessons from AI webinars for teachers! Make your workshops interactive and transform your virtual teaching with AI.

NEW today! #EduSky

💡 Looking for ways to make online learning more interactive?

🎙️ This episode highlights 5 lessons from hosting AI webinars for educators.

🎧 You’ll hear some of my favorite tips: classtechtips.com/2025/11/18/a...

📣 Hello TCEA members!📣

Don't forget to cast your vote for the TCEA Executive Committee! I'm excited to be running for the position of Membership & Records Chair. You should have received your ballot via email and have until 5 PM CT on November 21, 2025 to make your voice heard. #EduSky

📣 Hey TCEA members!📣 Don't forget to cast your vote! I am running for Membership and Records Chair on the Executive Committee. Ballot will come through email. Voting is open until November 21, 2025. #EduSky

Screenshot of the Add a Date Google Slides add-on showing a menu option to insert the current date and time onto the first slide.

📅 Add a Date by Alice Keeler stamps the current date and time onto your first slide, rerun it and update the timestamp quickly.

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#EduSky #GoogleEDU #GoogleWorkspace

Ready to unlock an unforgettable adventure? 🔓🌟

Check out the November Escape Room Bundle!
🍁 Fall on the Farm: An Autumn Escape Adventure
🇺🇸 Operation Freedom: A Veterans Day Escape
🦃 Turkey Trouble
🥧 Thanksgiving Feast Fiasco

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Stop doing too much: The "minimum effective dose" for educators I used to dread handing papers back to students.I’d spend hours grading, marking up every little error, adding thoughtful feedback. Then I’d pass them

This is a great post from @ditchthattextbook.com for finding the "minimum effective dose" to keep your workload manageable. This is so important for teachers avoiding burnout especially during the Disillusionment Phase for new educators. #EduSky #NTChat

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📣 Hello all TCEA members!📣

Executive Committee nominations are open. I am running for Membership and Records Chair. Please check your email for the ballot. Voting is open November 10th to 21st 2025.Thank you for considering my candidacy. #EduSky

How Cheesecake Solves (Almost) Everything Last night, I laughed and laughed and truly enjoyed myself at The Bored Teachers Comedy Tour. Laughter is such a necessity in the field of education especially in our current situation with teacher…

Discover how "The Golden Girls" can inspire teachers to prioritize their needs! Dive into my latest blog post and learn how these iconic ladies can teach us all a thing or two about boundaries, kindness, and advocating for ourselves. #EduSky #NTChat

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101 Ways to Use Book Creator - Book Creator app Discover 101 creative ways to use Book Creator in your classroom. Watch the webinar, explore ideas from educators, and spark student creativity today!

ICYMI - 101 ways to use @bookcreator.com 😇

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💻 The Best (FREE) Chrome Extensions for Teachers
Save time and sanity this year!
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Goal Setting Activities to Motivate Students All Year Long - Easy EdTech Podcast 344 - Class Tech Tips Inspire student ownership & motivation! Get Goal Setting Activities, tips for any subject, and digital tools to help students track progress.

🆕 New today! #EduSky

🎯 This episode is all about using goal setting to help students take charge of their learning.

🎧 Tune in for tips, tools, and classroom-ready ideas: classtechtips.com/2025/11/04/g...

I used NotebookLM to gamify my life — and it actually worked Building a personalized scoreboard

Just discovered a fantastic article on using NotebookLM to gamify life! 🎮✨ As a huge fan of this AI tool, I'm excited to explore this creative twist. It's intriguing to see how NotebookLM can turn everyday tasks into a fun game. #NotebookLM #EduSky #NTChat

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The Real Difference Between “Turn and Talk” and “Think-Pair-Share” This week, I was reflecting on a couple of strategies used often in the classroom: ‘Think-Pair-Share’ and ‘Turn and Talk’. Many educators use these terms interchangeably, bu…

Explore my latest blog entry where I delve into engaging teaching methods: Turn and Talk and Think Pair Share! #EduSky #NTChat

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Happy Halloween! 🎃

The MagicSchool team went all out for our Halloween costume contest! Which look are you vibing with this spooky Friday?

#Halloween #MagicSchool #CostumeContest #Edusky

My brain is fried. The #GoogleChampions 'Gemini Challenge' was 🔥. So many powerful use cases for education. The 'Champion Breakouts' were also amazing—learning from this community. Now... dinner and Flamenco! #EdTech #Gemini #edusky

Press Pause: Turning Passive Video Watching into Active Learning This week, I had the pleasure of walking through classrooms and seeing some fantastic curriculum resources in action. But it also got me thinking: having great materials is only half the battle. Ho…

Videos can be a powerful resource in learning when used appropriately. Check out my latest blog post for effective ways to engage students with video content. #NTChat #EdTech #EduSky 📚🎥

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The Stuff I Learned about Learning: A TCEA Podcast – TCEA Discover how TCEA helps educators transform teaching and learning with The Stuff I Learned about Learning: A TCEA Podcast. Explore resources, strategies, and innovative tools for education.

Have you checked out The Stuff I Learned About Learning podcast from @tcea.org If not, today is a great day to give it a listen. I hope you enjoy the latest episode😉. #EduSky #NTChat

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How to use the PD guide for facilitators: getting started with Book Creator - Book Creator app Looking to deliver engaging and effective PD sessions for educators? Discover the comprehensive and remixable PD guide in Book Creator's Discover Library. This guide helps facilitators introduce Book Creator to educators seamlessly, with insights from top trainers, tips for planning successful sessions, and adaptable formats for various training needs. Start your PD journey with Book Creator today!

👀 Did you know we have a PD Guide to help you deliver training to your teachers?

Grab everything you need for a fantastic PD session just here: https://f.mtr.cool/mbstrjrbuc

#Educoach #EduSky