In this episode of Teach Your Way with BenQ, host Carly Burton speaks with Kevin Holiday, Director of Instructional Technology, and Ryan Causey, District Instructional Technology Specialist from Spring ISD. They discuss the district’s transition from projectors to BenQ interactive boards, how it has transformed classroom instruction, and the impact on teachers and students. Kevin and Ryan share real-world examples of enhanced engagement, collaborative learning, and workflow efficiencies, including hands-on science labs, interactive anchor charts, and adaptive lesson planning. Listeners will gain actionable insights on leveraging BenQ technology to personalize learning and empower students in modern classrooms.

What You’ll Learn:

✅ How Spring ISD transitioned from projectors to BenQ Boards in every classroom

✅ Ways the boards increase student engagement, collaboration, and active learning

✅ How teachers shift from “purveyors” to guides of learning with interactive technology

✅ Strategies for integrating adaptive learning software with BenQ Boards

✅ Real examples of student-created anchor charts, live problem-solving, and competition tools

👉 Discover interactive teaching tools, guides, and resources to elevate your classroom with BenQ Boards: https://www.benq.com/en-us/education.html

Key Timestamps:

00:00 Welcome to Teach Your Way with BenQ

01:15 Meet Kevin Holiday & Ryan Causey, Spring ISD Instructional Technology Leaders

03:00 Transitioning from projectors to BenQ Boards: bond initiative overview

05:00 How interactive boards engage students and improve collaboration

07:30 Teacher role evolution: guiding learning versus delivering content

10:00 Real-world examples: science labs, anchor charts, and adaptive software

13:30 SAMR model: substitution to redefinition using BenQ Boards

16:20 Early adopters sharing innovative teaching strategies with peers

18:50 How boards enhance lesson planning and reduce workflow friction

21:00 Student engagement tools: Team Posts, competitions, and collaborative learning

24:15 Future goals: blended learning, personalized instruction, and closing learning gaps

Key Takeaways:

💎 BenQ Boards transform classrooms by making lessons interactive, collaborative, and student-centered

💎 Teachers move from content delivery to guiding learning, improving engagement and creativity

💎 SAMR framework is naturally supported, allowing gradual adoption from basic to advanced integration

💎 Real-world examples show students creating anchor charts and solving problems digitally

💎 Data-driven instruction combined with BenQ technology allows personalization and bridges post-COVID learning gaps

Guest Bios:

Kevin Holiday is the Director of Instructional Technology for Spring ISD, leading digital initiatives and teacher technology adoption across the district.

Ryan Causey is the District Instructional Technology Specialist for Spring ISD, focused on integrating technology, supporting teachers, and enhancing student learning experiences with interactive tools.

Quotes:

“You can interact with learning in ways that projectors simply don’t allow. Students are more creative and collaborative.” — Kevin Holiday

“The BenQ Board allows teachers to guide learning instead of just delivering content. Students are active participants.” — Ryan Causey

“From anchor charts to live problem-solving, BenQ Boards create opportunities for hands-on, student-centered learning.” — Carly Burton

Resources & Mentions:

🌐Learn more at BenQ Education Solutions

In this hands-on episode, Carly Burton is joined by BenQ Field Application Engineer and trainer Lauren McMillan to explore how teachers can seamlessly bring Canva creations directly into classroom instruction using the BenQ Board and EZWrite software. From live-editing Canva projects on the board to importing full lessons into EZWrite with one tap, Lauren walks through real workflows educators can follow to save time, boost engagement, and teach in ways that feel natural — not time-consuming.

Whether you’re a Canva-loving teacher or new to BenQ Boards, this episode will help you unlock creative, collaborative, and efficient approaches to digital instruction.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ Use Canva directly on the BenQ Board via the Canva app

✅ Import Canva lessons into EZ Write for dynamic instruction

✅ Combine EZ Write + Canva for powerful split-screen teaching

✅ Enhance classroom engagement with floating tools, spinners, and web tools

✅ Elevate creativity and student participation with Canva whiteboards + InstaShare

👉 Try these strategies in your classroom today! Visit BenQ Education Solutions to explore interactive panels, guides, and training resources.

https://www.benq.com/en-us/education.html

Key Timestamps:

00:00 Welcome to Teach Your Way with BenQ

00:41 Why teachers love Canva for creative lesson design

02:01 Lauren on using Canva as a teacher and instructional coach

02:57 How BenQ’s open platform supports existing teacher workflows

03:13 Using the Canva app directly on the BenQ Board

04:52 Importing Canva lessons into EZWrite step-by-step

07:46 Using pens and annotation tools in EZWrite

09:49 Automatic split screen with EZWrite and Canva

10:47 Benefits of multitasking and layered engagement

12:41 Seamlessly utilize features between Canva and EZWrite

14:51 Why pairing Canva with BenQ enhances engagement

16:17 Student creativity and engagement using Canva and BenQ

16:56 Real-world example: 3rd graders using Canva for peer review through InstaShare

18:54 Using Canva as a live collaboration tool

19:54 Benefits for Teachers: saving time, reducing distractions, boosting engagement

20:40 Why the BenQ Board supports “teaching your way”

Key Takeaways:

💎Canva + BenQ = Seamless Teacher Workflow: Teachers don’t need to change how they plan or create. The Canva app runs directly on the BenQ Board just like a computer or tablet.

💎EZWrite Enhances Canva Lessons: Easily import Canva lessons into EZWrite as PDFs or images, then annotate, highlight, and interact with them using pens, spinners, and whiteboard tools.

💎Multitasking That Keeps Students Engaged: With split view, teachers can display a Canva activity and an EZWrite lesson simultaneously — boosting focus and cutting transition time.

💎Hyperlinks + Live Collaboration: Link Canva designs straight into EZWrite, open them instantly, and view live student edits in real time.

💎Saves Teachers Time (and Stress!): No recreating lessons. No switching devices. Just teach your way using the resources you already rely on.

Quotes:

“You don't have to recreate what you’ve spent years building — you can use your Canva lessons directly on the BenQ Board with one tap.” — Lauren McMillan

“The minute teachers stop to switch devices, students lose focus. Split screen with Canva and EZWrite keeps the lesson moving without missing a beat.” — Carly Burton

“Canva gives teachers creative freedom. The BenQ Board brings that creativity to life in the classroom.” — Lauren McMillan

Resources & Mentions:

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The BenQ Education team sits down with a group of passionate educators from Royse City ISD to talk about what they’re truly thankful for: the innovative tools that are transforming their classrooms. From student engagement and collaboration to creative teaching freedom, these teachers share how BenQ Boards have become essential to their daily teaching rhythm.

Join hosts Carly Burton-Sallay and Madiha Shamsi from BenQ’s MarCom team as they chat with Korie Smith, Kim Villarreal, Samantha Phillips, and Chandra Arvie about how BenQ’s interactive displays empower teachers to “teach their way.”

What You Will Learn in This Episode

✅ How BenQ Boards are helping teachers create more interactive, student-led classrooms

✅ Why teachers are grateful for tools that simplify instruction and spark collaboration

✅ Real classroom stories showing how easy-to-use tech encourages creativity and confidence

✅ Practical advice from teachers for getting the most out of your BenQ Board

Key Timestamps

• (0:00) What Teachers Are Thankful for in Their Classrooms Outfitted with BenQ Boards
• (0:45) Meet the teachers from Royse City ISD
• (1:49) How BenQ Boards inspire student engagement
• (4:05) Why gratitude matters in technology and teaching
• (6:11) The game-changing shift from projectors to interactive displays
• (8:17) Classroom examples of collaboration and flexibility
• (8:52) Creating risk-free, confidence-building learning environments
• (12:12) Exploring EZWrite and the future of interactive learning
• (14:18) Advice for teachers: Don’t be afraid to try new tools
• (18:12) BenQ Academy, YouTube, and community resources

Key Takeaways

💎 Interactive learning transforms students from observers to creators.

💎 Simplicity drives confidence both for teachers and for young learners.

💎 Collaboration builds stronger classrooms and empowered educators.

💎 Gratitude fuels innovation; when teachers embrace change, students thrive.

Featured Guests

• Madiha Shamsi – BenQ Marketing
• Carly Burton -Sallay – BenQ Marketing
• Chandra Arvie- Innovative Learning Specialist at Royse City ISD
• Samantha Phillips - Innovative Learning Specialist at Royse City ISD
• Korie Smith- 1st Grade Teacher at Scott Elementary with Royse City ISD
• Kim Villarreal- Innovative Learning Specialist at Royse City ISD

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• Explore BenQ Academy for video tutorials and step-by-step training
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