E29 - EDUhero - From Classroom to Community, Leading with Shining Positivity & Technology: Manny Curiel, Edpuzzle

In this episode of the SDG Warriors Podcast, we are joined by Manny Curiel - affectionately known as "Super Manny" he is the Head of Community at Edpuzzle, where he empowers educators to create engaging and interactive video lessons using intuitive technology. With a deep passion for making learning fun, Mr. Manny began his career as a bilingual elementary school teacher, teaching 1st through 3rd grades. His journey into educational technology began when he taught himself how to integrate tech into his classroom, eventually leading to his role as an Instructional Technology Specialist at Cypress-Fairbanks ISD. In his current role at Edpuzzle, Mr. Manny travels the world, teaching teachers how to effectively use technology to enhance their classrooms while maintaining rigorous expectations. Despite moving out of the classroom, Mr. Manny cherishes his expanded reach, impacting countless students through the teachers he trains. His mission is simple but powerful: to remind teachers to "share their shine", make learning fun, and to love the work they do every day.

🔗 Link to Super Manny's Twitter: https://twitter.com/mannydiscotech

🔗 Link to Edpuzzle: https://edpuzzle.com/