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The EdTech Bites Podcast


Feb 5, 2024

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In this special episode, I’m joined by Marialice Curran and Matt Joseph. Each of them have moved mountains in the world of education but together… they’re something else! We discuss Mundo (listen to hear who Mundo is) and X-Factor EDU. I also learn a bit of information about Marialice and Matt’s friendship that will surprise you. Our conversation is fueled by quesitos con guayaba pastries. This is a special episode that is sure to bring a smile to your face. Buen provecho!

About Marialice

Internationally recognized as a digital citizenship expert, Dr. Marialice B.F.X. Curran is an educator, consultant, speaker, and community architect who is the global connector behind the Digital Citizenship Institute. Committed to Human-Centered Design, Dr. Curran leads by hand, heart, and mind as she models how to make a positive impact in local, global, and digital communities. She has served as an associate professor, and middle school teacher and principal. As a connected educator, her intergenerational work with school communities creates positive and powerful shifts in how we use technology for good.

About Matt

Dr. Matthew X. Joseph is the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning in New Bedford MA. He is also the CEO of X-Factor EDU consulting and publishing. Experiences such as Executive Director of Teaching and Learning, Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Director of Digital Learning and Innovation, elementary school principal, classroom teacher, and district professional development specialist have provided Matt with incredible insights on how to best support teaching and learning and led to nationally published articles and opportunities to speak at multiple state and national events.

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The Book Is Officially Out!

My first book “Cooking Up Experiences In The Classroom: Focus On Experiences, Not Just Lessons” is officially out! A HUGE shout out to Lumio for helping sponsor this book. I’m super excited about this project. It’s filled with ideas on how to make memorable experiences for your students. In addition, each chapter also lays out a specific recipe mentioned in that chapter along with a video tutorial on how to prepare that dish. Make sure you get your copy and cook up some experiences for your students and loved ones!

Click Here To Purchase Your Copy On Amazon

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