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            <description><![CDATA[This is the official picture of the 2025-26 Yealey Elementary Video Club, comprised of 3rd-5th graders

. We are not a news program. These kids come to school early 2-3 days a week to learn videography ...]]></description>
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            <dc:creator><![CDATA[Craig Dunlap]]></dc:creator>
            <pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:26:15 GMT</pubDate>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This is the official picture of the 2025-26 Yealey Elementary Video Club, comprised of 3rd-5th graders</p><p>.  We are not a news program. These kids come to school early 2-3 days a week to learn videography skills.  You can see our YouTube Channel at the link below. These kids are going places and I love helping to give them a start. </p><p><a class="text-interactive hover:text-interactive-hovered" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyYApmwDztQroGu8SdusT1zNII_-e5lf-&amp;si=eo0VBMNYBjJ_14LF">https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyYApmwDztQroGu8SdusT1zNII_-e5lf-&amp;si=eo0VBMNYBjJ_14LF</a></p><figure data-align="center" data-size="best-fit" data-id="DnTv31HVhShAQ4SEqbkF1" data-version="v2" data-type="image"><img data-id="DnTv31HVhShAQ4SEqbkF1" src="https://tribe-s3-production.imgix.net/DnTv31HVhShAQ4SEqbkF1?auto=compress,format"></figure><div data-embed-url="https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyYApmwDztQroGu8SdusT1zNII_-e5lf-&amp;si=eo0VBMNYBjJ_14LF" data-id="F5cxD3yVFL5MfdwpvuIUH" data-type="embed"></div><p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[Blended Learning Teacher]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Hi! I'm Craig, from Northern Kentucky. This is Year 32 for me in education. I am an elementary technology teacher, focusing on creative applications of technology. My room is full of robots, VR ...]]></description>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:22:36 GMT</pubDate>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hi! I'm Craig, from Northern Kentucky. This is Year 32 for me in education. I am an elementary technology teacher, focusing on creative applications of technology.  My room is full of robots, VR headsets, and video equipment. I also work on digital storytelling tools like Book Creator and ThinkLink.  I have been a WeVideo Amabassador since 2021 and use it all the time! </p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[Heading to UPCEA?]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[If you’re heading to UPCEA this week, we’ve got a great roundtable to add to your schedule 👇

Boosting Learner Engagement with Interactive Video

📅 Wednesday, April 15

⏰ 2:45 PM CST

Co-presented by Ashton ...]]></description>
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            <dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristin Hysner]]></dc:creator>
            <pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:17:39 GMT</pubDate>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you’re heading to UPCEA this week, we’ve got a great roundtable to add to your schedule 👇</p><p>Boosting Learner Engagement with Interactive Video</p><p>📅 Wednesday, April 15</p><p>⏰ 2:45 PM CST</p><p>Co-presented by <a class="text-interactive hover:text-interactive-hovered" data-id="1un53cH2hd" data-type="mention">Ashton Robbins</a> alongside Delgado Community College, this session will explore how interactive video can turn passive viewing into active learning. They will also share insights from a Forrester Total Economic Impact study, along with real-world examples and practical strategies you can use in your courses.</p><p>If your attending, stop by the session to join the conversation and let us know below!</p><p>Full program: <a class="text-interactive hover:text-interactive-hovered" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://conferences.upcea.edu/annual2026/program.html#1">https://conferences.upcea.edu/annual2026/program.html#1</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[VP Product Management]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Hey everyone. As the VP or Product Management here at WeVideo my team and I are responsible for the strategic direction of the product. One of the most valuable assets we use to build our product ...]]></description>
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            <dc:creator><![CDATA[Paul Finch]]></dc:creator>
            <pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:15:24 GMT</pubDate>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hey everyone.  As the VP or Product Management here at WeVideo my team and I are responsible for the strategic direction of the product.  One of the most valuable assets we use to build our product strategy is a deep understanding of our customers.   As I am fairly new to the company help me build this understanding!  I would love to spend 30 minutes with you discussing how you are using the product, how we can make it better, and how we can be an even better partner to you!  Shoot me a note if you would like to chat!  pfinch@wevideo.com </p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[The Core Tension]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[How are you currently assessing active learning in your classroom? What’s working—and what still feels unclear or inconsistent?]]></description>
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            <dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristin Hysner]]></dc:creator>
            <pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:31:47 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Weekly Recap]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[What’s one activity you tried this week that got your students talking, creating, or experimenting? 🎨

Let us know below, we’d love to learn from each other!]]></description>
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            <dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristin Hysner]]></dc:creator>
            <pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:03:18 GMT</pubDate>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What’s one activity you tried this week that got your students talking, creating, or experimenting? 🎨</p><p>Let us know below, we’d love to learn from each other!</p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[The State of Active Learning]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[The lecture as we know it is changing. Nearly 90% of educators say it’s evolving, dying, or already gone.

Classrooms are shifting. Student attention is down. So what’s taking its place?

 1. Active learning

 2. ...]]></description>
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            <dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristin Hysner]]></dc:creator>
            <pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:25:35 GMT</pubDate>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The lecture as we know it is changing. Nearly 90% of educators say it’s evolving, dying, or already gone.</p><p>Classrooms are shifting. Student attention is down. So what’s taking its place?</p><ol><li><p>Active learning</p></li><li><p>Creation over consumption</p></li><li><p>Students showing what they know</p></li></ol><p>We asked 625 educators what’s actually working right now and now we want to hear from you.</p><p>Share one thing that’s keeping your students engaged this week. Even a small idea could spark inspiration for someone else in the community.</p><p>See the full report: <a class="text-interactive hover:text-interactive-hovered" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.wevideo.com/resource-center?resource=the-state-of-active-learning-in-the-classroom">https://www.wevideo.com/resource-center?resource=the-state-of-active-learning-in-the-classroom</a></p><figure data-align="center" data-size="best-fit" data-id="2U2iUMXfOwB6ySdYocTTX" data-version="v2" data-type="image"><img data-id="2U2iUMXfOwB6ySdYocTTX" src="https://tribe-s3-production.imgix.net/2U2iUMXfOwB6ySdYocTTX?auto=compress,format"></figure>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[Episode 7: Future-Ready Skills, Design Learning, and the Simple Beauty of an Oxford Comma]]></title>
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            <dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristin Hysner]]></dc:creator>
            <pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 17:10:22 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[March Leaderboard Winner🥇]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Shoutout to our March Leaderboard winner Gina Marchionda 🎉

From jumping into the community with a warm hello from Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, to sharing thoughtful reflections and real classroom impact, ...]]></description>
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            <dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristin Hysner]]></dc:creator>
            <pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:58:45 GMT</pubDate>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Shoutout to our March Leaderboard winner <a class="text-interactive hover:text-interactive-hovered" data-id="29hDGHHmQs" data-type="mention">Gina Marchionda</a>  🎉</p><p>From jumping into the community with a warm hello from Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, to sharing thoughtful reflections and real classroom impact, Gina has been such a valuable voice this month.</p><p>As a Technology Integration Specialist, she’s not just talking about innovation, she’s making it happen. We loved hearing how she helped redesign a high school podcasting project so everything lives within WeVideo, giving students more ownership, streamlining the workflow, and creating a smoother, more engaging production experience from start to finish.</p><p>She’s also been showing up in the conversation, tuning into The Lecture Is Dead Podcast and sharing thoughts along the way.</p><p>Thank you, Gina, for bringing your experience, energy, and ideas into the community. We’re glad you’re here 👏</p><p>With March wrapped up, we’re excited to see who will rise to the top this April, let the fun and learning continue!</p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[Congratulations to Our Second Community Challenge Winner!]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Last week, we asked: Whose voice is hardest to hear in your classroom — and what’s one way you could create space for them to participate?

This challenge's winner is Victoria Shadel. Here's what she ...]]></description>
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            <dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristin Hysner]]></dc:creator>
            <pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:58:54 GMT</pubDate>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Last week, we asked:</strong> <em>Whose voice is hardest to hear in your classroom — and what’s one way you could create space for them to participate?</em></p><p>This challenge's winner is <a class="text-interactive hover:text-interactive-hovered" data-id="iv4IqG6XBF" data-type="mention">Victoria Shadel</a><strong>. </strong>Here's what she had to say:</p><p>"The voices that are often hardest to hear are multilingual learners and quieter students, as they may need more time or confidence to share.</p><p>Using WeVideo is one way to create space for these students. It allows them to record their thoughts, add visuals, and re-record if needed, which lowers the pressure of speaking in front of others. This gives them more time to process and share their ideas in a way that feels comfortable."</p><p>Stay tuned for more community challenges (and chances to win), along with new <a class="text-interactive hover:text-interactive-hovered" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://lectureisdead.com/?utm_campaign=34767393-FY%2026%20%7C%20Lecture%20is%20Dead&amp;utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--E3RHeXAvHj2S738-qwbbu9dG6Cd-0lPgPwpt7AIsRDyDlqOPvF2_pF6WI_jFmOwVonNEl"><u>active learning resources</u></a>, <a class="text-interactive hover:text-interactive-hovered" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.wevideo.com/events?utm_campaign=34767393-FY%2026%20%7C%20Lecture%20is%20Dead&amp;utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--E3RHeXAvHj2S738-qwbbu9dG6Cd-0lPgPwpt7AIsRDyDlqOPvF2_pF6WI_jFmOwVonNEl"><u>webinars</u></a>, <a class="text-interactive hover:text-interactive-hovered" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://sites.libsyn.com/604945/site?utm_campaign=34767393-FY%2026%20%7C%20Lecture%20is%20Dead&amp;utm_source=hs_email&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz--E3RHeXAvHj2S738-qwbbu9dG6Cd-0lPgPwpt7AIsRDyDlqOPvF2_pF6WI_jFmOwVonNEl"><u>podcast episodes</u></a> and so much more!</p>]]></content:encoded>
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