Ep. 76 Deeper Learning Through Collaborative Edtech Tools

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Ep. 76 Deeper Learning Through Collaborative Edtech Tools

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Jun 17, 2017

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Drew Perkins talks with Soundtrap Education Ambassador Meredith Allen about using tools like Soundtrap to increase student collaboration and deepen learning.

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Jun 17, 2017

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