Ever gone into a technology CPD and found it was 90% how to use the platform and 10% talking about learning and teaching? Teachers and students in the UAE come from diverse backgrounds, and with this comes their diverse skill sets. As you go into your next CPD/class to try out "something new", others will be coming in with their own perceptions. A difference in competencies and confidences, previous experiences, time and change resistance are all common thoughts... and they haven't even thought about learning yet! In this talk, I will explore 4 ways to cut through that "EdTech noise" and bring it back to where it needs to be: talking about learning and teaching. Looking forward to sharing with you, and your thoughts.