Get the Vintage Innovation Course for $29.99

Published 4 months ago • 1 min read

Throughout this summer, I've been doing a series called Low Tech Learning. The title might seem odd for someone who loves technology and teaches educational technology classes. I study technology in-depth as a researcher and an educator. I'm in classrooms all the time, and I'm constantly talking to teachers.

I see technology as a powerful tool. I love how we can use AI as a study tool for deeper learning and retention. I love how we can use technology to create blogs, podcasts, and documentaries. I love the ways that technology helps the most vulnerable students get the scaffolds and supports that they need.

Technology is powerful! But it's so powerful that if we aren't careful, our tools do the thinking for us, leading to cognitive atrophy. In these moments, some of our best tools are actually lo-fi and analog. We need high-tech options that transform the learning, mixed with low-tech options that facilitate deep thinking.

I never want to be someone who falls into the false binary of pro-tech or anti-tech. That's part of why I wrote the book Vintage Innovation and why I created a course on that same topic.

This on-demand course is a deep dive into vintage innovation. I've included free resources and protocols you can do from day one!

And here's some good news. For the next week, this course is only $29.99 (the retail price is $110.00). If you want to take advantage of this steep discount, it will be available until next Sunday night!

Let's Work Together!

I would love to work with your school, district, or conference! You might be interested in keynotes or workshops on intentional AI, deeper learning, PBL, and empowering students.

I still have some availability in September and October. I'd also love to do something more in-depth throughout the school year. My workshops include access to my self-paced courses so participants can continue their professional learning after the day's event.

Please reach out to me at john@spencereducation.com or fill out the form on my speaking page, and I'll get back to you as soon as possible. I can send you a PD catalog with all the details.

Dr. John Spencer

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