{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Learning Through Technology","title":"Bridging the Tech and Budget Gap in Education: Insights from Kevin McGuire, Director of Technology at Michigan City Area Schools","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/36628b5e\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2425,"description":"Technology has revolutionized nearly every aspect of our lives, and education is no exception. Integrating technology in classrooms has brought about significant changes, offering new opportunities and challenges for students and educators. \n\nIn this Learning Through Technology podcast episode, Alex and Bob connect with Kevin McGuire, Director of Technology at Michigan City Area Schools. Kevin shares his journey from network administrator to DoT and for a short tenure, CFO, highlighting the need to bridge departments and involve the community in funding tech initiatives. He discusses both short-term and strategic technology planning that delivers positive student outcomes. He shares his focus on staff development and stresses the importance of internet access for students, technology's role in education, and measuring tech effectiveness on student outcomes. His unique perspective blends financial management and technology leadership, offering insights into strategic planning for schools.\nTake advantage of this insightful conversation!\n\nLike what you’re hearing on the podcasts and want to dive deeper?\n\nSubscribe to our Newsletter here: https://stsed.com/podcast/","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/b_2a_1rLuEm7QAYX_XAB_1b9a9aZM-OWX8ZOu0NFK88/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9iZTM4/NDVjZDYzNWRiMGJl/Yjk5MzdmYjVlNDJk/MzlhOS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}