Michelle Romano

Michelle Romano

Senior Manager, K-12 Content Marketing

Michelle Romano is the Senior Manager of K-12 Content Marketing at Instructure. Having spent most of her career in edtech, she has a deep appreciation for the transformative power of education and genuinely believes teachers have the most important job in the world. Professionally, she’s passionate about sharing content that benefits the K-12 community. Personally, she loves a good book, a delicious meal, and watching her two daughters become awesome humans.

More From Michelle Romano

Jul 06, 2023
Top 10 AI Learnings from ISTE
One theme is clear after ISTE in Philadelphia this year, artificial intelligence (AI) is on everyone’s mind. We were there listening and taking notes, and we walked away with a deeper understanding of where AI is today, how educators use it, the concerns surrounding it, and a glimpse into its future and impact on education.  Here are the top ten AI learnings we’re holding onto as we move forward. 1. AI is here to stay. And it’s already been here for a while–from the development of Read More...
Sep 08, 2023
10 Ways to Gamify Your Classroom with an LMS
As technology continues to be a pillar of K-12 education, how can it be used to create immersive, personalized learning experiences in the classroom? One answer is gamification within the LMS! A recent study showed that gamification presents a variety of advantages for learners, such as increased enjoyment (67%), extra motivation(~50%), and enhanced learning (more than 60%). Additionally, it can foster creativity and higher interest levels, provide immediate feedback, and improve student Read More...
Mar 09, 2023
Tips for Embracing Technology to Support Student Success
In today’s classrooms, technology is no longer optional—it’s essential. The right tools can enhance learning, improve engagement, and prepare students for the future. But how can educators maximize technology’s potential to support student success? These tips can help you embrace technology effectively and ensure it makes a lasting impact. Build a Strong Digital Foundation with Consistent Tools When schools and districts adopt consistent tech tools across classrooms, everyone benefits. A Read More...
Sep 20, 2022
Equitable by Design: Your UDL + Canvas LMS Checklist
When building your courses in Canvas, it’s essential to design with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles in mind to ensure all content and activities are accessible for your students. We were lucky enough to be joined by Andrea Earl and Christian Miraglia at InstructureCon 2022. Their session provided quick tips and best practices for building equitable courses using tools from right within Canvas LMS. What is UDL? Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a framework developed by Read More...
Oct 13, 2022
Creating Voice & Choice in Professional Learning: A Virtual Virginia Spotlight
Providing students with an engaging learning experience is a primary focus for many teachers. And rightfully so. Innovative pedagogy encourages teachers to empower students with personalized, meaningful learning opportunities. So when it comes to professional learning, shouldn't teachers also be the recipients of relevant and meaningful learning opportunities that help expand their knowledge base and improve their practice? Understanding that supporting educators is critical to having a Read More...
May 01, 2022
Teachers Need Our Help. Here are 5 Things We Can Do.
*Editor's Note: This article first appeared on the District Administration website. A new study by the National Education Association (NEA) reports that 55% of America’s teachers are ready to leave the profession due to burnout. That’s a staggering figure, but not very surprising. Since surviving that colossal shift to emergency remote learning in spring 2020, teachers have endured two years of constant disruption and anxiety on the job. Add the highly politicized controversies, from critical Read More...

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