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In this episode, Erik and Kris discuss an edtech privacy court ruling, NFT textbooks, new certificates from Meta, the shifting social media landscape, and how to avoid the paradox of success. Our co-hosts also discuss their new book chapter in "Voices from the Digital Classroom" and provide 'tune up' tips for your Mac or Windows PC. SHOW NOTES Links *Bloomberg: Pearson blockchain could make money...

In this episode, Erik and Kris review essential Windows 10 tips, edtech privacy in schools, tech industry layoffs, 3D Google Maps, Chromebook updates, Intel mini desktops, and iOS Lockdown Mode. Kris reviews the book Atomic Habits by James Clear, and Erik reviews the book Effortless by Greg McKeown. SHOW NOTES: Links Windows Tips from How To Geek: 10 hidden windows features you should be using Hum...

In this episode, Erik and Kris discuss iA Presenter - a simpler presentation app - emerging edtech companies, the consequences of social media, and Kellogg School of Management's executive education. SHOW NOTES: #EdTechOfficeHours: * iA Presenter News * Cal Newport: the 3 hour fields medal * Medium: The edtech top 50 - emerging companies for higher education * The New Statesman: Jonathan Haidt: “A...

In this episode, Erik and Kris discuss Apple's WWDC 2022 event, provide laptop and travel tech recommendations for educators and students looking to upgrade their devices, the latest edtech privacy news, and more. SHOW NOTES: #EdTechOfficeHours: * MacBook Air 2022 * Surface Laptop Go 2 * Charger for all devices News *Apple WWDC announcements:  MacRumors * Surface Adaptive Kit: Microsoft , Forbes *...

This episode was originally recorded November 3, 2020. You might notice that episodes are now released on Fridays instead of Tuesdays. After some testing, we've decided to change our publication schedule so we have a little more time to put these episodes together for you. ---- In this episode, Erik and Kris discuss the Descript video editing software, how universities continue to adopt new techno...

We have layoffs, iPod RIP, Google I/O conference announcements, lessons from online learning that should continue post-pandemic, and IT considerations in Education. SHOW NOTES: News articles *Tech Crunch: Professor Scott Galloway's EdTech Startup Section4 lays offs *Engadget: End of the iPod *The Verge: Google I/O 2022 biggest announcements *National Post: Four lessons from online learning that sh...

In this episode, Erik and Kris share a repository of over 400 open education tools. Our co-hosts also discuss recent tech and education news including "the next Google", the pros and cons of using technology to improve education, SQLi vulnerabilities in higher ed institutions, new online learning entrepreneurs, and smartphones vs science. The app of the month is iA Writer. SHOW NOTES: Tools: * Inn...

This episode originally premiered on March 2, 2021.  ---- The following is an interview with Curt Newton. Curt is the director of the MIT OpenCourseWare (OCW) platform, one of the best-known and respected open education platforms. In this interview, we discuss Curt's background and how he came to MIT, the OCW platform and the impact it's had on the world, and the future of open education. April 4,...

In this episode, Erik and Kris reflect on their 2021 education predictions to see what they got right and wrong. We'd like to give a big shout-out to our Audio Producer Chris Hoang who helped us develop this list for 2021. Our co-hosts also revised the forecast list for 2022. SHOW NOTES: 2022 Forecast More EdTech Unicorns. Technology exposes socioeconomic fragility. Big Brother and academic integr...

This interview was originally published on August 25, 2020. ---- In this episode, Kris and Erik interview Dr. Jason Wiens, a Senior Instructor and Associate Head of Undergraduate Student Affairs at the University of Calgary’s Department of English. Jason discusses the nature of online pedagogy in the humanities and the field of English, including his infamous archive and digital audio assignments....

In this episode, Kris reviews the M1 Mac mini and talks about his new 'work from home' setup. Our co-hosts talk about the Mac mini's exceptional value as a computer for students and educators. SHOW NOTES Hardware mentioned * M1 Mac Mini *Education Pricing Link: https://www.apple.com/ca_edu_93120/shop/buy-mac/mac-mini * 27" Apple LED Cinema Display * 27" Apple Thunderbolt Display * Thunderbolt 3 (U...

In this episode, Kris and Erik return after their Winter break 'sabbatical.' Kris gives an update on the latest books he's read on work productivity, specifically those that force us to re-think how we work. Our co-hosts also discuss their work resolutions/goals for using technology and being productive. SHOW NOTES Books * The Four Hour Work Week - Tim Ferriss * ReWork -  Jason Fried ,  David Hein...

Kris does a deep dive into the workings of Google Classroom and describes how he uses the platform for his online Creativity in the Workplace course. SHOW NOTES Course: Creativity in the Workplace, Mount Royal University * Online readings * Course description EDTECH EXAMINED CONTACT: Website: edtechexamined.com Email: hey@edtechexamined.com Twitter: @EdTechExamined TEAM INFORMATION Erik Christians...

Kris and Erik provide several tips, including an update on Erik's notes project (see ep. 34), the new Raspberry Pi Zero 2 (for makers), and the new iPhones and Android phones. News coverage was ample this week, with our co-hosts talking about the new MacBook Pros and if you need one, retro computers with personal data, Udemy IPO, Facebook going 'Meta', and more. SHOW NOTES #EdTech Office Hours * O...

In this episode, Erik discusses his secret summer project - implementing a new note-taking strategy. Erik discusses the zettelkasten (German for "slip box") note-taking method which is a bidirectional note-taking system designed to overcome writer’s block or “the blank page effect.” This system could be useful for a student or instructor who struggles getting started writing, or anyone who wants a...

In this episode, Erik and Kris interview Dr. Anthony (Tony) Chaston , an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Mount Royal University , in Calgary, Canada. Tony teaches Sensation & Perception and Research Methods. His research interests include visual perception and cognition, as well as the use of virtual reality for reducing anxiety. This episode was originally published on...

In this deep dive episode, Kris and Erik discuss Cal Newport's most recent book "A World Without Email." Newport argues that email and messaging apps (asynchronous communication) have led to what he calls "the hyperactive hive mind." Newport explains that email is taking up too much of our time at work and proposes several solutions to make us more efficient. SHOW NOTES Key concepts: *Email is abu...

Erik and Kris discuss provide their "back to school" tech recommendations for the 2021 academic year. Listen for recommendations on laptops, tablets, computer accessories, essential apps, and some analog bonuses. This conversation included several digressions. SHOW NOTES Windows Laptops * Dell XPS 13 (16 gigs ram) * Microsoft surface laptop 4 *Also great: Framework - https://frame.work/products/la...

Erik and Kris interview Dr. Tom O’Neill , an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Calgary . This episode was originally released on August 4, 2020. With the 2021 school year ramping up, we are revisiting Tom's interview where he discusses  ITP Metrics , a free online teamwork and behavioural assessment platform. Tom and his team created this platform to improve...

This episode is all about the trends. Erik and Kris discuss news stories about how video editing skills are here to stay, making higher education more developmental, and eight challenges universities will face in the coming year. They also talk about Windows 365 and what it means for computing, Erik's Op-Ed about open educational resources (OER) in the Edmonton Journal, and how to "de-Google" and...

In this episode, Kris and Erik answer listener questions about computer security resources, and they discuss the Windows 11 announcement and its implications for education. News coverage includes the differences in EdTech spending between the US and China, the college recruitment startup Unibuddy, and Scott Galloway's summary of the Robinhood debacle. This week's EdTech tips include embedding disc...

In this interview, Kris and Erik interview Jim Gibson, Chief Catalyst at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT). They discuss Jim's background in venture capital, how he came to SAIT, the School for Advanced Digital Technology, the future of higher education and Alberta's economy. GUEST INFORMATION Jim Gibson, Chief Catalyst, Southern Alberta Institute of Technology * LinkedIn * Twitt...

In this episode, Erik and Kris dissect the 2021 Apple World Wide Developer's Conference (WWDC), including all the updates to iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. They answer listener questions about getting started with automation and apps for developing consistent writing habits. News topics include VR geology, Google AI in education, blended learning norms, and AirTags privacy. Our co-hosts also provide some...

Listener Note : We've been busy this month with the academic year wrapping up, so we're a bit behind. More episodes are on the way. ------- In this episode, Erik and Kris interview Silvia Rossi, a Learning Strategist at Mount Royal University. Silvia discusses influential technologies that have changed her work, challenges during COVID, micro-credentials, student productivity and more. GUEST INFOR...

In this episode Kris and Erik interview Dr. Elizabeth Cannon, former President of the University of Calgary, about the future of higher education and the university experience. GUEST INFORMATION * LinkedIn CONTACT: Website: edtechexamined.com Email: hey@edtechexamined.com Twitter: @EdTechExamined TEAM INFORMATION Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website:  erikchristiansen.net Twitter: @...