132. Supporting Neurodivergent Students Without Burning Out with Lumio & Special Guest Tisha Poncio
Feb 04, 2025
Teachers everywhere are feeling the weight of burnout—but what if there were ways to lighten the load while also making learning more inclusive? In this episode, we dive into teacher burnout, engagement strategies, and how Smart Technologies’ Lumio platform is helping educators support neurodivergent learners with ease.
Joining us is Tisha Poncio, a seasoned educator and digital learning coach, to share her insights from TCEA and discuss research-backed strategies for making classrooms more engaging and accessible for all students. Whether you’re struggling with engagement, differentiation, or just trying to rediscover your passion for teaching, this conversation is packed with practical takeaways!
TOPICS COVERED:
- TCEA Conference Highlights & Why It’s a Must-Attend for Educators
- How Lumio Helps Teachers Reduce Stress & Work Smarter, Not Harder
- Engaging Students While Preventing Teacher Burnout
- Supporting Neurodivergent Learners with EdTech
- The Importance of Finding a Supportive Teaching Community
- Research on Universal Design for Learning (UDL) & Neurodiversity
- Practical Strategies to Keep Both Teachers & Students Energized
RESOURCES MENTIONED:
- SMART Technologies & Lumio
- Neurodiversity Research by University of Melbourne & SMART
- TCEA Conference Information
- Presentation: Supporting Neurodivergent Learners with SMART & Lumio
- Tisha’s Book: Today’s Learners, Tomorrow’s Leaders
CONNECT WITH TISHA:
Twitter: @TishaPoncio
LinkedIn: Tisha Poncio
Website: Tisha’s EdTech Resources
CONNECT WITH BRITTANY:
- Connect with Brittany on Instagram @teachingmindbodyandsoul
- Learn more on TikTok with Brittany @msprincessteach
- Connect with The Resilient Teacher Community - FREE on Facebook
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- Episode 53: From Smartphones to Stressors: Unmasking the Effects of Cell Phone Addiction on Teachers
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MORE ABOUT THE RESILIENT TEACHER PODCAST:
The Resilient Teacher Podcast is the show that will give overwhelmed educators the support, tools, and mindset to reduce teacher burnout and keep teaching sustainable. Each week, Brittany Blackwell, M.Ed. & her guests will share inspiration and actionable steps to avoid or recover from the dreaded teacher burnout. You'll be inspired to individualize self-care and learn to prioritize your well-being and mental health, all while making a bigger impact on your classrooms and community.
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