Brad Flickinger

K-9 Tech teacher, author, speaker and educational heretic. ISTE author of REWARD LEARNING WITH BADGES. Founder of #edbadges | Views are my own.

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Aerospace in Middle School
Middle schoolers still believe the sky isn’t the limit. Rocketry teaches more than flight—it’s physics, grit, and ambition. Give them the launch pad now, while they still dream big.

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Real Tools = Real Growth
Stop handing kids toy versions. Give them real tools. A musical keyboard, a stylus, a DSLR. Show them they’re trusted. Watch them explore, build, create, and believe.

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iPad + Musical Keyboard + Apple Pencil
An iPad becomes a studio when you add a keyboard or Apple Pencil. Music. Art. Ideas. Kids want to create when the tools respond to them. Curiosity takes over. And that’s when magic happens.

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DSLR Cameras in Middle School
Give a middle schooler a DSLR and watch what happens. Their back straightens. Focus sharpens. They rise. Real tools tell them: You’re smart enough. You’ve got this. Trust builds confidence. Confidence unlocks creativity.

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@InnEdCO Worst decision of my life was when I decided to join the Board of InnEdCO. Better luck to whomever might try it.

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GOLDIRASREVIEWS - Blog (just a test) https://t.co/LZUWZjAxWX

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Looking for our next HS Principal. Are you ready for a change? Learn more https://t.co/CIEEqSJwwa #education

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I love to see the little creatures my students create for their claymation projects. #stem

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The recording studio is one of the best places in my tech lab for students to develop confidence.

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My student just had the most delightful experience teaching 1st graders how to draw on an iPad! It's amazing to see how quickly they adapt to new technology and express their creativity. Proud to be part of their learning journey. #teaching #edtech #creativity #1stgrade

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Students as video game testers — students are constantly testing their skills and knowledge, facing challenges and unlocking new achievements along the way. #studentlife #gamersunite

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6th graders using a green screen is “no big deal.”

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Excited to see the future of education through augmented reality! This technology offers an interactive & immersive learning experience for students. The world is constantly changing, and students need to be equipped with the skills to thrive in it! #AugmentedReality #Education

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As the world becomes more visual, the ability to tell stories through film is more important than ever. Learning filmmaking skills in school not only helps students express themselves creatively, but also equips them with valuable skills for a variety of careers #filmmaking

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Don't underestimate the power of sound engineering! Understanding the basics can elevate your music production & audio recordings to a professional level. Invest in your future by learning sound engineering today. #SoundEngineering #MusicProduction #AudioRecording

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Teaching young students to write code with Python can have a huge impact on their future careers! It's never too early to start learning the language of the future. Let's give our kids the tools they need to succeed #coding #python #education #imagilabs

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Robotics is the future, and the future is now! Learning to code and build robots isn't just fun and exciting, it's also a valuable skill that can lead to a wide range of career opportunities. Don't be left behind — learn robotics now! #robotics #coding #STEM #acslearns

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@janeinjava https://t.co/Eocnq8W0xB

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My first children’s tech book is now on Amazon. #edtech https://t.co/XX83SJVPtm It’s all about A.I. so that kids can understand the new world around them.

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I challenge my students to design something “useful.” This student designed a fishing lure and is now patiently waiting the 14 minutes for it to print. @acsabudhabi #edtech #3Dprinting