EdTech Bites Podcast

In this special episode, I sit down with Claudio Zavala Jr. to discuss his contributions to the Educational and EdTech world including, #singasong. If you're unfamiliar with #singasong, it's a very innovative way he has incorporated Flipgrid to spread some #positivenoise around the globe. If you'd like to know more about it, listen to this episode. He's come a long way on his educational journey a...

Ladies and gentlemen, The EdTech Bites Podcast has officially gone international! Yeah I said it, international baby! In episode 12, I chat with David Kofoed Wind to discuss Peergrade. David lives in Copenhagen, Denmark and is the CEO and creator of Peergrade. For those of you who do not know what Peergrade is all about, let me explain it to you. What do you do when students turn in a rough draft...

In this episode, I sit down and chat with Dan Kreiness to discuss leadership and his podcast, Leader of Learning. He's carving his own niche in the educational podcast world with a fresh perspective on leadership. This is a must-subscribe podcast for anyone who wants to hear from innovative leaders in the educational field. In addition, we discuss donuts from his favorite spot in Connecticut, Donu...

In this episode, I sit down with a good friend and colleague of mine, Chad Belford. We met up at an authentic Chicago eatery called Wise Guys in San Antonio and discussed microcredentialing, digital badging, and of course...Chicago eats. This is definitely a "squirrel!" episode with lots of side conversation but hey, that's dinner table talk right? We manage to discuss what we've come across in ou...

In this first part of a 2 part series, I sit down by my lonesome to discuss Microcredentialing and Digital Badging. What are they and what do they mean to teachers, admin, and parents? Are they here to stay? Is there a such thing as overbadging? Voice your opinions and thoughts on Twitter using #EdTechBites. Part 2 will be out later this week and will feature my good friend Chad Belford and a grea...

I had the privilege of sitting down with Mason (@edtechmason) on this episode of The EdTech Bites Podcast. If you know anything about the EdTech movers and shakers in Texas, then you probably know or know of Mason. This is the first episode with no food is involved but it is still good conversation, which included food talk. Specifically, Dallas, Forth Worth eats. He gives us some insight into his...

In this episode, I'm joined by Wes Ryan (@weswryan) and Todd Bloomer (@yankee_todd) at Viva Tacoland to discuss back to school tips for teachers, admin, parents, and students. Wes got down with the chipotle chicken tacos while Todd went in on a trio of pulled pork. I tend to judge a taco establishment on its fish tacos so that's what I went with. In addition to these, we all ordered a steaming bow...

In episode 6 of the EdTech Bites podcast, I sit down and have a chat (via Google Hangouts) with Jaime Donally (@JaimeDonally) to discuss AR, VR, and MR. For those of you who don't know, Jaime is known worldwide for her expertise in these three tools and shares her knowledge using #ARVRinEDU. I munch on some Carne Asada Fries, and Jaime...well let's just say she forgot to bring food to her table. M...

In this episode, I sit down with 3 students to discuss their perspective on the technology they are exposed to in the classroom. We discuss devices and usage while having various desserts including donuts, cupcakes, and fresh fruit. Teachers, take note as to what the students mention and even more importantly, what they don't mention. Enjoy!

In this episode, I sit down with my good friend, Death By Chocolate Cake. We discuss the issues with Net Neutrality as well as ways for students to spot fake news and bogus information on the interwebs. The idea for this episode came from @daycatherinem and @stacyjfarmer via a Flipgrid response. If you have an idea as to what you want to discuss or hear about, please use the following URL: https:/...

In this episode, I am joined by Joey Taralson (@Taralson)from Flipgrid. We discuss, ISTE 2017, Flipgrid, and Minnesota eats. Twitter has been flooded with educators talking about Flipgrid and its many uses in and out of the classroom. To get in on the discussion, use the hashtag #FlipGridFever . The New Flipgrid will be showcased live on August 10th, 2007 via online viewing parties. For more infor...

In this episode, I sit down and chat with Brian Romero Smith (@BrianRSmithSr) to discuss his experiences and evolution as an educator while snacking on donuts. He is a 1:1 Technology Learning Coach in the Forth Worth, TX area and is involved with the #PassthescopeEDU movement. For more information on this, visit www.passthescopeedu.com . Enjoy!

In this episode, I sit down with Edward from Nearpod.com . We talk about the Nearpod platform, educational trends, Empanadas, and Argentinian food.