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What to Know About Running a Virtual Book Club with Linda DeYounge

From Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns · Hosted by Dr. Monica Burns

January 13, 2026·25:38

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In this episode of Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns: In this episode, I chat with Linda DeYounge, Online Learning Program Manager for the Learning Technology Center, about how to host a successful virtual book club for professional learning. You'll also hear strategies for selecting books, structuring flexible meetings, and using gamification to keep participants engaged throughout the experience. If you want to create an accessible book study that meets busy educators where they're at—whether through self-paced, hybrid,…

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In this episode, I chat with Linda DeYounge, Online Learning Program Manager for the Learning Technology Center, about how to host a successful virtual book club for professional learning. You'll also hear strategies for selecting books, structuring flexible meetings, and using gamification to keep participants engaged throughout the experience. If you want to create an accessible book study that meets busy educators where they're at—whether through self-paced, hybrid, or synchronous formats—this episode has you covered! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2026/01/13/virtual-book-club-353/ Sponsored by my Amazon Storefront: ClassTechTips.com/amazon Follow Linda DeYounge on social: http://linkedin.com/in/lindadeyounge/ Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/