EdTech Bites Podcast

In this episode, I chat with Bethany Petty, AKA: Petty Wap. She's doing some great thing with TikTok and gamification in her classroom. She shares how she got started, student and parent feedback, and the stumbles she's had when creating. And if that isn't enough, she shares a recipe for a snack that I've never tried....yet. I will be giving this a shot soon. If you want to know what I'm talking a...

We are officially in Darktober and things are looking a bit unorganized. Google Keep and Apple Notes are a way to bring some organization to your life, both professional and personal. In this episode, I go over the key features of Google Keep and Apple Notes. I compare the two and talk about their similarities as well as the key differences between the two of them in order to make You a more organ...

In this episode, I go over some of my favorite tips and tricks to work smarter with Chromebooks and Google Chrome. I go over some quick time-saving keyboard shortcuts to give you a little extra time during your day and make you look like a boss doing so. And did I mention that I snack on some homemade donuts while doing so? Stay tuned because I'll be publishing the recipe for these power rings on...

In this episode, I'm joined by Tim Cavey of the Teachers On Fire Podcast. A week prior to recording, I asked my PLN to give me their top 5 edtech apps for any given teaching environment. I didn't ask for reasons or justification, I simply asked for a top 5 list. After multiple responses, I compiled a list of your top 5 choices. I then gave Tim this list and asked him to rank the list in his order...

In this episode, I chat with Amber Calderon from Nearpod. She goes over all of the updates that are now available in Nearpod to increase student engagement for face to face, virtual, and blended learning environments. After hearing this episode, you will no longer think of Nearpod as a tool rather, a hub for learning to take place. At the end of this episode let us know on social media if you are...

In this episode, I give my 2020 Beginning Of The Year Keynote to motivate educators like you to hit the ground running this school year. I discuss what our students need, focus, and pedagogy. Did I mention I do this while snacking on hatch chili chicken salad and crackers? Well, I just did. So tune in and prepare to get some motivation for this next school year. Buen provecho!

In this episode, I fly solo and go over all of the updates to the new and improved Flipgrid. I go over each one in detail as well as give some ideas on how these can be utilized in the classroom. So if you didn't get a chance to watch Flipgrid Live 2020, no worries. I got you, Fam! Listen and start getting ideas on how you can use Flipgrid with your students this fall. Don't forget to share this e...

In this episode, I chat with Kris Szajner to discuss all of the updates coming to Seesaw this fall. In addition, Kris schools me when it comes to Polish Perogies. We go over each individual update to the platform and different ways to use these updates inyour classroom. So strap in and take notes because we're going to learn ya'! Buen provecho! About Kris ​Kris Szajner is a Technology Integration...

In this episode, I chat with Eddie Moreno, middle school teacher and athletic coordinator. Eddie gives us the scoop on how he and the other coaches adapted to this quarantine and leveraged edtech to conduct a virtual athletics camp to engage the students. If you'd like to check out some of what they're doing, check out the Nimitz Middle School Facebook Page and comb through their videos. Buen prov...

In this episode, I chat with Marshall Escamilla of the Tumble Science Podcast to discuss their upcoming podcourse that will be available July 28th. This course will make you think twice about what's living around you in your home. Marshall currently lives in Barcelona, Spain so he also shares a refreshing gazpacho recipe with us. So kick your feet up with a glass of gazpacho and enjoy. Buen provec...

In this episode, I chat with Dr. Jesse Fidelio to discuss how we can address social emotional learning through student voice. We bring up some apps and examples of how this can be done as well as ways education will change in the 2020-2021 school year. He also lets us know where to grab some good grub when in South Padre Island, Texas. Buen provecho!

In this episode, I'm joined by Dena Orfanitopoulos to discuss how to get started with Teachers Pay Teachers all while eating some homemade macarons. It's a great conversation in which she covers hardware, software, and other things needed to start your own Teachers Pay Teachers store. So grab a macaron and enjoy. Buen provecho!

In this episode, I chat professional development for teachers with Matthew Joseph. He's a native of Massachusetts so it would only be ideal to also discuss New England eats including what to and what not to order when going to Fenway Park. So get ready to get your professional development on! Buen provecho!

In this episode, I chat with Nichole Carter to discuss Sketchnotes, Bullet Journals, and some pretty handy TikTok cooking recipes. She defines sketchnotes and goes over the different elements included in sketchnotes and why they are such a great way for us to retain information. We also discuss her book, "Sketchnoting In The Classroom" . Buen provecho!

In this episode, I discuss how Covid 19 and police brutality have affected our children. I do not discuss any edtech or food in this episode. The current events are way too important to overlook and how they have changed what our classrooms, virtual classrooms, and dinner table conversations sound like.

Have you noticed delays in your child's progress during distance learning? Have you asked yourself "I see this at home alone, I can't imagine with 30 other students in the class!". In this episode, I chat with Ori Hofnung, founder of GiantLeap. His product evaluates the child and then creates a plan to improve on the areas the child needs to fill in gaps. He comes from humble beginnings and has so...

Bienvenidos al episodio 61 del EdTech Bites Podcast. En este episodio, hablo con Pamela Buenrostro sobre cómo la pandemia global está afectando el sistema educativo en México y la comida china. Buen provecho!

In this episode, I chat with Pamela Buenrostro about how the global pandemic is affecting the education system in Mexico and Chinese food. The Mexican education system does not have all of the same resources that we have in the United States so it's interesting to get some perspective from a teacher in another country. In addition, I also recorded an episode with her in Spanish so if you would rat...

In this episode, I chat with Cari Orts to discuss a key element missing in distance learning...FUN. She goes through various ways to use common GSuite tools in creative and artistic ways. She covers her and her students' favorite projects and how these can be done at home to alleviate stress and pressure during these uncertain times. And what's distance learning without binging on our favorite des...

In this episode, I chat with Cari Orts to discuss a key element missing in distance learning...FUN. She goes through various ways to use common GSuite tools in creative and artistic ways. She covers her and her students' favorite projects and how these can be done at home to alleviate stress and pressure during these uncertain times. And what's distance learning without binging on our favorite des...

In this episode, I chat Esports with Jacob Luevano. Being that we're quarantined to our homes, many of our students (including us parents) are playing video games more. Jacob and I discuss what esports is and how his district is implementing this evergrowing industry and how it is effecting our students physical and social-emotional learning. But there's more! He even shares his secret recipe for...

This episode is the audio from a livestream I held with Tisha Poncio and Jacob Luevano a couple of weeks ago. We streamed this webinar through Periscope when school closures were announced. Our goal was to curate a list of tools for educators to use with their students for distance learning. Going through an overwhelming list of tweets and posts through social media platforms can be extremely over...

In this episode, I break bread with Eric Curts. Not just break, fatty brisket to be exact. We have a great conversation all about well-being. And what a more perfect time to discuss well-being than Spring Break! Eric gives some great advice as to how he has focused on digital well-being in order to be a more balanced individual. So make sure you check this episode out and hear what Eric and I have...

In this episode, I'm joined by Tisha Poncio to discuss the differences between Digital Citizenship and Digital Literacy. She's a passionate Digital Learning Coach from Celina ISD and has done some great things with students at that district. In addition to these topics, we also discuss where she goes for donuts while in Austin, Texas. This episode was recorded entirely with a Rode SC6-L and my iPh...

In this episode, Jeni Long and Sallee Clark (AKA Jenallee) join me in the TCEA 2020 wrap up. They discuss their conference experience and some of their favorite sessions. In addition, they also discuss their love of being in the MIEE community. This is a fun episode full of great energy and knowledge. So enjoy, and help spread the word. Buen provecho!