EdTech Bites Podcast

In this episode, I chat with Alberto and Mario AKA The eTwinz while at TCCA. We chat what's new for the eTwinz since their move from Utah back to Spain. We also discuss the cultural food differences In Spain and The United States. This is episode 8 of 11 that was recorded at TCCA. Each episode will be released daily for 11 days so make sure you're subscribed to the podcast to hear all about TCCA....

In this episode, I chat with Fely and Omar Lopez while at TCCA. We chat about how they help connect the dots with our bilingual students. They are a power couple from the Rio Grande Valley in Texas (where mountains go to die). This is episode 7 of 11 that was recorded at TCCA. Each episode will be released daily for 11 days so make sure you're subscribed to the podcast to hear all about TCCA. Buen...

In this episode, I chat with fellow educator and foodie, Zelda Morgan. We chat career and technology education and the local hidden gems to eat at while in H-Town. This is episode 6 of 11 that was recorded at TCCA. Each episode will be released daily for 11 days so make sure you're subscribed to the podcast to hear all about TCCA. Buen Provecho! Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website:...

In this episode, I chat with Jeni Long and Sallee Clark AKA, Jeanallee while at TCCA. We chat about their conference experience and how their sessions helped bring magic to TCCA.This is episode 5 of 11 that was recorded at TCCA. Each episode will be released daily for 11 days so make sure you're subscribed to the podcast to hear all about TCCA. Buen Provecho! Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech B...

In this episode, I chat with Chris Ortiz while at TCCA. He shares his story and the importance of the story behind all of us. This is episode 3 of 11 that was recorded at TCCA. Each episode will be released daily for 11 days so make sure you're subscribed to the podcast to hear all about TCCA. Buen Provecho! Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com EdTech Bites T...

In this episode, I chat with Mary Dowd and Chad Sanchez while at TCCA. They share a bit about how they are helping build literacy through gaming. This is episode 3 of 11 that was recorded at TCCA. Each episode will be released daily for 11 days so make sure you're subscribed to the podcast to hear all about TCCA. Buen Provecho! Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbite...

In this episode, I chat with Tania Gonzalez while at TCCA. She shares her love for bilingual education and love for homemade flour tortillas. This is episode 2 of 11 that were recorded at TCCA. Each episode will be released daily for the next 11 days so make sure you're subscribed to the podcast to hear all about TCCA. Buen Provecho! Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website: https://edte...

In this episode, I chat with Claudio Zavala while at TCCA. He tells us how he dove into content creation and how his love for Adobe products took his content and career to the next level. This is episode 1 of 11 that were recorded at TCCA. Each episode will be released daily for the next 11 days so make sure you're subscribed to the podcast to hear all about TCCA. Buen Provecho!   This episode is...

In this episode, I give you 5 ways to rock Darktober! It feels like the longest month of the year for educators and I give you different ways to thrive through it and get through the end of the semester. I do this while enjoying some of my wife's homemade pumpkin bread. Who knows, I might just make a YouTube video showing this recipe. Don't just "survive" through this fall, thrive through it and p...

In this episode, I ask the question "Are Honors, Advanced Placement, and Dual Credit classes worth it?" This episode stems from years of conversations with friends, family, colleagues, and the observations I've made in the school system. Some might view this as a "coffee fueled rant" but it's one that needs to be had and heard. Check it out for yourself and let me know what you think!   This episo...

In this episode, I give you my top 5 reasons why you need to be creating newsletters. Whether you are a district office director, principal, or teacher, you need to be creating newsletters for your department, teaching staff, or parents. Check out the episode and get inspired to start creating your newsletters today!  This episode is sponsored by Smore. Everyone struggles to keep families informed...

In this episode, I pose the question, "Is the document camera officially dead?"  I cover the history and improvements of these tools while I eat some sugar cookies covered in Mango Chamoy. If you'd like to order some of these cookies, check out the links below to connect with Pat And Kim Bakery. Buen provecho! How To Use Your iPhone As A Document Camera https://youtu.be/xcbcRRNfLNc Connect With Ga...

In this episode, I deliver my Beginning of the Year Keynote for the 2022-2023 school year. This episode is giving you food for thought on this school year with the focus on when to "Adjust The Temperature." And what better dish to cook while delivering this keynote than pasta Carbonara.  This episode is also available on YouTube so check it out to see the ingredients and entire cooking process. Bu...

In this episode, I chat with Shelly Sanchez Terrell to discuss tips and tricks to help you communicate with parents. If you need to call or email a parent regarding something positive or negative, we've got a strategy for you!. Our conversation was recorded at Bakery Lorraine in the historic Pearl of San Antonio. Thank you Jen, for allowing us to record at Bakery Lorraine! And what dessert is best...

In this episode, I chat with Jed Stefanowicz about his book "Take AIM At Digital Learning". This book was released through X-Factor Publishing and is available now. We chat about what "AIM" means while we chow down on some tacos. It's a great conversation filled with nuggets for all educators in this post-pandemic world we're in. Grab a couple of tacos and get ready to learn ways to engage learner...

In this episode, I chat with Lizzy Pérez over some HTeaO iced tea. We chat ways educators could be more effective and efficient with Calendars, Tasks, and Reminders. Buen provecho! Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Facebook Page: htt...

This episode is a 5 year celebratory episode of the show. This show launched June 28th, 2017 and this anniversary episode dropped June 28th, 2022. In this episode, I chat with prior guests while at ISTE 2022 in New Orleans and ask them all the same question. The question is "If you could go back in time 5 years and tell your past self one piece of advice, what would it be?" While you listen to the...

In this episode, I reflect upon the 2021-2022 school year. I also challenge all educators to do 3 things over this summer break. This episode was recorded live at the TCEA Elementary Technology Conference in Galveston, Texas while sipping on some Vietnamese coffee. So sit back with your favorite beverage and let's reflect together. Buen provecho! Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website:...

In this episode, I reflect upon the 2021-2022 school year. I also challenge all educators to do 3 things over this summer break. This episode was recorded live at the TCEA Elementary Technology Conference in Galveston, Texas while sipping on some Vietnamese coffee. So sit back with your favorite beverage and let's reflect together. Buen provecho! Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website:...

In this episode, I reflect upon the 2021-2022 school year. I also challenge all educators to do 3 things over this summer break. This episode was recorded live at the TCEA Elementary Technology Conference in Galveston, Texas while sipping on some Vietnamese coffee. So sit back with your favorite beverage and let's reflect together. Buen provecho! Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website:...

In this episode, I chat Megadesk. If you're not sure what Megadesk is, then be prepared to learn. If you know what Megadesk is, then be prepared to hear how it has impacted our teaching and effectiveness in the classroom. The only food I'm giving you here is food for thought. So dig in! Buen provecho! Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com EdTech Bites Twitter:...

In this episode, I go over three different strategies you can use with your students to prepare for state testing. Best of all, none of these three require making copies. This is especially important since there is a worldwide paper shortage. As far as the food is concerned for this episode, I chow down on a pulled pork sandwich with some homemade coleslaw. There's a giveaway in this episode for a...

In this episode, I chat all things Lumio with Carrie Shell and Kelly Miksch. Both Carrie and Kelly are Lumio power users and give us some insight on how their district is using it for authentic, impactful instruction with students. They give us some examples on how their teachers are using it with the littles as well as at the high school level. Oh and one more thing… We chow down on some Shake Sh...

In this episode, I chat the educator side hustle with Fempower Beauty's own Christina Basias and Alexis Androulakis. And of all days to record this on, it was recorded on International Women's Day 2022! Both of these ladies are of Greek descent so what better meals to have than Greek food! This is a great conversation that will motivate any educator with a side hustle idea. Give this episode a lis...

In this episode, I ask the question "are students allowed to use wireless earbuds in your classroom?" I look at this from different angles and explain the perception that this might give. We've all got a pair of Airpods, Beats By Dre, Skullcandy, Bose, or some other brand's wireless earbuds. We see them in the hallways, gym, grocery stores, but are they acceptable in the classroom setting? What ar...