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David Cicero

David has worked in education for 14 years. He has spent the last 6 years in the education technology industry and is currently working as an Educational Programs Consultant. As a trusted advisor and education technology advocate he has helped countless districts and schools successfully integrate technology. David holds a B.A. in Mathematics from Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio, Texas and a M.A. in Teaching from Northern Arizona University. 

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[Edmentum Podcast] Episode 2: Using Empathy to Increase Academic Engagement

On this month’s podcast, I sit down with Liz Gallo, the founder of WhyMaker. WhyMaker helps schools implement design thinking, a method that helps groups discover and develop potential solutions for complex problems.

[Edmentum Podcast] Episode 1: Identifying and Promoting SEL in Core Instruction

I was able to sit down and explore the foundations of SEL fundamentals through my interview with David Adams. Check out our first podcast episode to listen in!

Four Approaches to Borrow from Japanese Lesson Study for an Effective Education Technology Pilot

The traditional practice of lesson study can serve as a model with no shortage of transferable steps that will help you as educators make the most of your pilot this year. Here are four takeaways from Japanese lesson study to help you run a successful edtech pilot and make impactful purchasing decisions.

What Social Anthropology Can Teach Us About Effective In-Service Training

What if, instead of crowding together in a room to learn the latest tool or strategy, we got out in the “real world” and spent some time with our students to try to uncover deeper, perhaps completely unknown, challenges they may be facing?

What Bees Can Teach Us About Friction, Resilience, and PBL for Effective Personalized Learning

I absolutely love Blue Diamond almonds. The wasabi and soy sauce flavor is a staple in my snack cabinet. As a consumer, I am always interested to learn where my food comes from.

[Administrator Tips] Using Your Mission Statement to Build Shared Student Ownership

Here are four questions school and district leaders can ask to borrow from the community-building savvy of the corporate world and create mission and vision statements that resonate with staff and students.