AI for teachers: No robot required with Amy Waters
Certified: Certiport Educator Podcast
Release Date: 04/23/2025
Launching an AI program at your school with Cyndi Krebs
Certified: Certiport Educator Podcast
Your students are going to enter an automated workforce. Teaching and empowering them with AI skills has never been more crucial. If you and your colleagues are interested in launching an AI program at your school, we’re here to help. We were lucky to learn from Cyndi Krebs in this week’s episode. Professor Krebs is the Program Director of Business Technologies and Education and a professor in the Information Systems and Technology Department at Utah Valley University. Since joining UVU in 1988, she has held multiple roles including Assistant Dean of the School of Business and...
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Creating a modern classroom with Vladimir Noda
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Students want more than lectures. They want engaging, hands-on curriculum and coursework. Modifying your class to fit the needs of Gen Z students can feel overwhelming. Luckily Vladimir Noda is here to help. Vladimir is an enthusiastic educator, instructional coach, and advocate for business education with over a decade of experience enhancing student success. Throughout his career, he has assisted countless students in obtaining industry-recognized certifications in Microsoft Office, Adobe, and the Entrepreneurship and Small Business (ESB) exam. As an instructional coach, he is...
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How to use data to close gaps in your classroom with Laura Green
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You work hard to identify and close gaps in learning and readiness. In this episode, Career and Technical Education (CTE) specialist Laura Green explores how certification and classroom data can tell the story behind those gaps—and how to act on it. Laura is an accomplished Career and Technical Education (CTE) specialist with over 20 years of experience bridging the gap between industry and the classroom. Currently serving as a CTE Specialist at Round Rock ISD, she leverages a deep background in live media production, having worked on high-profile events such as Super Bowl LVI, the...
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Preparing students to be great interns with Matt Dombrowski
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Your students excel in the classroom—but will they thrive as interns? Work-based learning experiences offer powerful real-world application, yet succeeding in a workplace requires a distinct set of skills. Discover practical strategies to bridge that gap. Meet Professor Matt Dombrowski, an innovator bridging art, technology, and social impact. As a Professor and Art Director for Limbitless Solutions, Matt leads students in designing 3D-printed bionic arms for children with limb differences—work that's earned recognition from Adobe, TEDx, Fast Company, and the Smithsonian. His real-world...
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Closing the gap between education and the workforce with Matt Dombrowski, Kimberly Forbes, and Cynthia Krebs
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Recent research from Pearson shows that nearly $165B is lost each year when students can’t find work after graduation. The transition from education to the workforce can be challenging to navigate. How can you help close the gap? We sat down with three powerhouse educators to get their thoughts. First, Matt Dombrowski. Matt is a Professor, Assistant Director, and Art Director for the nonprofit Limbitless Solutions, whose mission is providing cost free, accessible solutions to underserved communities. He leads an interdisciplinary student team in the creation of 3D printed,...
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Spring clean your teaching with Kylie Kroukamp, Laura Green, Robert Lee, and Steve O’Neill
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Keeping your classroom fresh and engaging can be a challenge. Luckily, you don’t need to do it on your own. We’re building a community of educators ready to share tools, tips, and inspiration for classroom success. In this episode, we talk with four incredible educators: Kylie Kroukamp, Laura Green, Robert Lee, and Steve O’Neill. Hear their thoughts on classroom engagement: What it looks like, how to use technology to make classrooms more engaging and fun, and some of the mistakes these teachers have made in their teaching careers. Plus, they give us a peek into what they’re planning...
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Tips and tricks for teaching web development with Brittany Wood
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Are your students looking for a career that pays well, is challenging, and has great growth potential? Why not consider a career in web development? According to the , the field is expected to grow 7% (much faster than average) before 2034. The potential is there. Now we’re here to help you effectively teach web development in the classroom. Educator extraordinaire, Brittany Wood, is your guide. Brittany is a Digital Information Technology and AP Computer Science Principles educator. She loves teaching and isn’t afraid to use unconventional techniques to get her students...
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AI in the world of design with Miriam Reza, Sean Price, Kenny Call, and Claudio Zavala
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How is AI transforming design? We sat down with four experts to find out—and to bring you clear, current guidance you can use in the classroom. In this episode, freelance graphic designer Miriam Reza, design educator Sean Price, creative technologist Kenny Call, and Adobe Education Evangelist Claudio Zavala share practical perspectives on AI’s impact on today’s creatives. Together, we explore responsible AI classroom use, how to balance creation and curation, the human skills that make AI effective (like communication, creativity, and iteration), and concrete ways to prepare students for...
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Why certification with Brittany Nicholson, Kurt Campbell, Raae Wolfram, and Kim Kayser
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Today’s students are preparing for a competitive future, in both higher education and the workforce. How can you help them stand out and succeed? Certifications. In this episode, we’re bringing you perspective from education and the workforce. We sat down with two educators, Brittany Nicholson and Kim Kayser, and two professionals, Kurt Campbell and Raae Wolfram. Together we discussed why certifications matter. Whether you teach young students or adults, this episode will help you understand how industry-recognized credentials can benefit your community. Discover the value of...
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Using data to improve your approach in the classroom with Nicole Rodenfels
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Happy 2026! A new year means new goals. What goals are you making for your classroom? If you need ideas, this episode is for you. The answer’s in the data! Join us as we talk all about data analysis with Nicole Rodenfels. Nicole is a dedicated educator in the School District of Lee County in Ft. Myers, FL. She holds a master’s degree in educational technology from Florida Gulf Coast University and taught Microsoft Office applications at the high school and college levels for seven years. Currently, she works at the district level, providing essential support to teachers utilizing...
info_outlineWe’ve finalized our CERTIFIED Educator Conference breakout and workshop sessions, and we can hardly wait to learn with all of you. In the coming weeks, we’ll be sharing teaser episodes with some of our breakout presenters. In this episode, we’re learning from Amy Water, an AI aficionado.
Amy Waters is a 36-year veteran teacher at Hahnville High School in Boutte, Louisiana, with no plans of retiring any time soon. She is a complete nerd who has taught everything from Latin to computer programming and still loves learning new things and sharing that knowledge with everyone. She is constantly trying to find new and creative ways to teach lessons that will reach all her students and works hard to make sure that every one of them walks away with a sense of accomplishment.
Amy will share suggestions for using AI both to lessen your workload and improve your students' experience in the classroom. We talk about the benefits and pitfalls of AI, and how you can and should be using this growing technology in your work. If you’re nervous about AI, but curious about how to get started, Amy’s here to help.
Interested in learning more about AI? Get ideas from another AI expert here.
Connect with educators like Amy in our CERTIFIED Educator Community here: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/8958289/.
Don't miss your chance to register for our annual CERTIFIED Educator's Conference here.