Integrating technology to give students and teachers choice with Bonny Lorenzo

Integrating technology to give students and teachers choice with Bonny Lorenzo

Author: BE Podcast Network September 11, 2024 Duration: 22:24

Bonny Lorenzo, an instructional specialist with Connected Class, is today’s guest. Bonny has more than 35 years of teaching and leadership experience at the elementary and high school levels. 

  • Integrating classroom technology that doesn’t distract from the learning experience
  • Tailoring instruction to individual student needs
  • Using technology to give teachers choice
  • Helping educators balance in-person and virtual learning
  • Educators’ most common professional development needs

About today’s host

Barb Flowers is a certified Life Coach and an Elementary Principal with a PhD in K-12 leadership from Kent State University. She is host of the following podcasts:

  • The Principal’s Handbook — Lessons on communication, time management, overcoming overwhelm, and more, designed to help school leaders become more confident and well-rounded. 
  • The Teacher Burnout Podcast — This show explores the complex issue of teacher burnout and shares practical solutions to support your well-being and reignite your passion for education.

About Connected Class

We build communication between the classroom and home environment through exciting games, strategies, and activities to help students succeed academically. Learn more:


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