Articles by: Stephanie Smith Budhai, Ph.D.

Dr. Stephanie Smith Budhai is an associate clinical professor in the department of Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum at Drexel University, in Pennsylvania. She holds a Ph.D. in Learning Technologies and K-12 teaching certifications in Technology Education, Instructional Technology and Business, Computers, Information Technology, Special Education and Elementary Education. She is also the 2021 Emerging Leader for the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education (SITE) and the 2017 ISTE Awardee for Excellence in Teacher Education. Dr. Smith Budhai is a Nearpod, VoiceThread, and Google Level 1 Certified Educator. Dr. Smith Budhai has more than a decade of online teaching experience, and has published myriad books, articles, and invited editorials surrounding the use of technology and online learning in education. Her publications include:

Articles by: Stephanie Smith Budhai, Ph.D.

4 Ways to Create Virtual Healing Spaces in Education

By Stephanie Smith Budhai, Ph.D. published 10 March 22

Virtual healing spaces have the ability to bring together students, teachers, and their families in times of unrest

5 Mindfulness Apps and Websites for K-12

By Stephanie Smith Budhai, Ph.D. published 16 February 22

Mindfulness apps and websites for K-12 that can help support both students and teachers

A TikTok Lesson Plan

By Stephanie Smith Budhai, Ph.D. published 10 February 22

This TikTok Lesson Plan is designed to assist educators with using an edtech social tool to enhance the teaching and learning experience

Quizlet Lesson Plan

By Stephanie Smith Budhai, Ph.D. published 18 January 22

This Quizlet lesson plan is designed to help educators implement the digital tool into their instruction

WeVideo Lesson Plan

By Stephanie Smith Budhai, Ph.D. published 13 December 21

This WeVideo Lesson Plan is designed to help educators implement the digital tool into their instruction

Google Slides Lesson Plan

By Stephanie Smith Budhai, Ph.D. published 10 November 21

A Google Slides lesson plan designed to help educators implement the digital tool into their instruction

Google Jamboard Lesson Plan

By Stephanie Smith Budhai, Ph.D. published 18 October 21

This Google Jamboard Lesson Plan is designed to help educators implement a virtual, yet hands-on, learning activity into any learning environment

3 Starting Points to Address Dimensions of Digital Equity

By Stephanie Smith Budhai, Ph.D. published 13 October 21

Three dimensions of digital equity need to be addressed to successfully support learning

Google Earth Lesson Plan

By Stephanie Smith Budhai, Ph.D. published 7 September 21

This Google Earth lesson plan is designed to provide educators with an avenue for integrating the edtech tool into their instruction

How to Become a Google Certified Educator

By Stephanie Smith Budhai, Ph.D. published 25 August 21

The Google Certified Educator program offers the chance for teachers to gain practical pd while earning a badge to demonstrate their edtech expertise

Padlet Lesson Plan for Middle and High School

By Stephanie Smith Budhai, Ph.D. published 9 August 21

This Padlet lesson plan is designed to help educators implement the digital tool into their instruction

5 Edtech Books Every New and Seasoned Teacher Should Read

By Stephanie Smith Budhai, Ph.D. published 29 July 21

These edtech books support professional learning for teachers in all academic areas and grade levels

Flip Lesson Plan for Upper Elementary and Middle School Classes

By Stephanie Smith Budhai, Ph.D. last updated 5 August 22

This Flip Lesson Plan is designed to help educators implement the digital tool into their instruction

11 Edtech Tips for New Teachers

By Stephanie Smith Budhai, Ph.D. published 21 June 21

These edtech tips for new teachers can assist with intentional and purposeful integration within PK-12 classrooms

Wakelet Lesson Plan for Middle and High School

By Stephanie Smith Budhai, Ph.D. published 7 June 21

This Wakelet Lesson Plan is designed to assist educators with incorporating online curation tools for team projects

Kahoot! Lesson Plan for Elementary Grades

By Stephanie Smith Budhai, Ph.D. last updated 11 August 21

This Kahoot! Lesson Plan is designed to help educators implement the digital tool into their instruction

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