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Carl Hooker @hookertech.bsky.social · 2d

As part of a research project my daughter is doing, she’s investigating the amount of Starbucks in each state and came across Idaho then freaked out for some reason. Yes, she’s in middle school.

Carl Hooker @hookertech.bsky.social · 3d

Excerpt from my latest book - "We often talk to students about using social media responsibly, but we rarely talk to them about how social media uses them." - ZENgaged - https://mrhook.it/zen

Carl Hooker @hookertech.bsky.social · 5d

Excerpt from my latest book - "By modeling positive use and setting clear expectations, teachers can shift the narrative from distraction to opportunity." - ZENgaged - https://mrhook.it/zen

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Carl Hooker @hookertech.bsky.social · 8d

Just now taking a moment to
Reflect on another amazing ACTEM. Got to see good friend AJ Juliani’s keynote and sign books with my editor Jacqueline Gardy. Even had someone buy all three of my latest books! Love my time with Maine educators!

Carl Hooker @hookertech.bsky.social · 8d

Excerpt from my latest book - "That's why teaching students to recognize, reduce, and resist the urge to switch tasks is a vital part of building focus stamina in a digitally distracted world. The goal isn't perfection, it's awareness and intentionality." - ZENgaged - https://mrhook.it/zen

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Carl Hooker @hookertech.bsky.social · 19d

Excerpt from my latest book - "There's power in pausing. In logging out. In stepping back to remind yourself that your value doesn't live inside an app, a platform, or a notification bubble." - ZENgaged - https://mrhook.it/zen

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Carl Hooker @hookertech.bsky.social · 23d

"When students receive completely different messages at home and at school, they learn to toggle behavior instead of developing healthy habits." - ZENgaged - https://mrhook.it/zen

Carl Hooker @hookertech.bsky.social · 26d

"By modeling positive use and setting clear expectations, teachers can shift the narrative from distraction to opportunity." - ZENgaged - https://mrhook.it/zen

Carl Hooker @hookertech.bsky.social · Sep 24

"We often talk to students about using social media responsibly, but we rarely talk to them about how social media uses them." - ZENgaged - https://mrhook.it/zen

Carl Hooker @hookertech.bsky.social · Sep 22

"There's power in pausing. In logging out. In stepping back to remind yourself that your value doesn't live inside an app, a platform, or a notification bubble." - ZENgaged - https://mrhook.it/zen

Carl Hooker @hookertech.bsky.social · Sep 19

"That's why teaching students to recognize, reduce, and resist the urge to switch tasks is a vital part of building focus stamina in a digitally distracted world. The goal isn't perfection, it's awareness and intentionality." - ZENgaged - https://mrhook.it/zen

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Carl Hooker @hookertech.bsky.social · Sep 16

"Today's teens are navigating friendships in a 24/7 digital environment, where the line between connection and comparison is razor thin. When fitting in becomes a performance, the anxiety can be constant." - ZENgaged - https://mrhook.it/zen

Carl Hooker @hookertech.bsky.social · Sep 12

It’s official! ZENgaged has landed.
This one’s for every teacher who’s ever battled buzzing phones, wandering attention, and digital overwhelm.
Inside:
✔️ Strategies to boost focus
✔️ Reflection prompts
✔️ Stories that resonate
✔️ Practical classroom activities.
Order

Carl Hooker @hookertech.bsky.social · Sep 11

An excerpt from my latest book - "Now, many students turn to screens the moment a lesson ends or downtime appears, outsourcing their imagination to someone else's algorithm." - ZENgaged - https://mrhook.it/zen

Carl Hooker @hookertech.bsky.social · Sep 8

Big news: My new book ZENgaged is here!
Educators: Are you ready to help students (and yourselves) find balance in a hyper-connected world? This book blends storytelling, real classroom interviews, and practical activities to tackle distraction, presence, and digital well-being.
https://mrhook.zen

Carl Hooker @hookertech.bsky.social · Sep 6

Thanks for the mention! It’s a crowd pleaser for sure!

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Carl Hooker @hookertech.bsky.social · Sep 5

Things you can do in Texas as an 18 year-old according to state law:
✅ Buy a lottery ticket
✅ Own a gun
✅ Vote
✅ Make your own medical decisions.
✅ Get married without parental consent

Things you can’t do in Texas as an 18 year old according to state law:
❌Have a cell phone in school

Carl Hooker @hookertech.bsky.social · Sep 4

New Book Announcement! I'm excited to announce my latest book - ZENgaged - just hit the virtual shelves! This book is all about teachers and students working in a state of "ZEN" with technology while also helping improve engagement in the classroom. Order it today - https://mrhook.it/zen

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Carl Hooker @hookertech.bsky.social · Aug 30

Unbeknownst to me - my daughter has saved all our old cell phones and iPods. Anyone recognize these classics? (Also my mom’s dog totally photo bombed this)

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Carl Hooker @hookertech.bsky.social · Aug 26

This #HookedOnAI goes over the debut of Brisk Next! Check it out at app.briskteaching.com and use my special link to get the pro version for 3 months for free! Https://mrhook.it/brisk

Carl Hooker @hookertech.bsky.social · Aug 20

AI isn’t going away—and most of your students are already using it. So why not start the year by teaching them how to use it well?
Here are 8 back-to-school activities to set the tone for the whole year.
hookedoninnovation.com/2025/08/15/8...

Carl Hooker @hookertech.bsky.social · Aug 18

From trivia battles to AI-generated theme songs—these activities aren’t just icebreakers. They’re your students’ first step toward AI fluency. Read more ⬇️ #EdTechTips @briskteaching
hookedoninnovation.com/2025/08/15/8...

Carl Hooker @hookertech.bsky.social · Aug 15

Want your students to be confident, creative, and ethical with AI? Start on Day 1.
These 8 activities blend fun, critical thinking, and digital responsibility. #AIinEducation
hookedoninnovation.com/2025/08/15/8...

Carl Hooker @hookertech.bsky.social · Aug 15

AI isn’t going away and most of your students are already using it. So why not start the year by teaching them how to use it well while also getting to know them?
Here are 8 back-to-school activities to set the tone…

https://hookedoninnovation.com/2025/08/15/8-ai-inspired-back-to-school-activities/

Carl Hooker @hookertech.bsky.social · Aug 15

In other not-so-shocking news....screen time in small doses doesn't really affect kids negatively. All you "balance truthers" out there rejoice. Yes, overuse is a problem, but we need to teach balance! www.techlearning.com/news/screen-...

Screen Time Mostly Harmless in Small Doses, Suggests New Study

A new study focused on screen time looked at tens of thousands of children and was designed to be the most robust to date on the topic.

www.techlearning.com