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In this episode, Kris and Erik discuss the Apple Spring Loaded event from April 20th, 2021. The co-hosts discuss each of Apple's new products and their relevance for educators and students. SHOW NOTES: Sources *MacWorld UK - Apple's Spring Loaded event: Everything Apple announced in April 2021 *Dave Lee (Dave2D YouTube) - iMac + AirTags - Lets Talk *CNET - Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 review * Apple...

PREAMBLE: Given our recent episodes have focused on productivity and behind-the-scenes recording secrets, my co-host Kris Hans and I wanted to highlight an older episode some of you might have missed. Episode #9 “Capture, Configure, Control,” was originally released on September 1st, 2020. In it, Kris and I discuss a variety of productivity hacks such as project management software, Cal Newport’s...

In this episode, Chris Hoang - EdTech Examined's Audio Producer and Sound Engineer - discusses his audio editing process for the shows. Our team reflects on where we started vs where we're heading, including equipment setups, recording best practices, and distribution. SHOW NOTES: Mic options Digital (USB) *Audio Technica ATR2500x *Blue Yeti *Blue Nano Analogue (XLR) *Rode Procaster *Shure SM7B Au...

In this episode, Erik and Kris discuss lots of news including Royal Roads University's free micro-credential system, new Google certificates, Scott Galloway's $30 million education venture, and Microsoft's Viva and Mesh platforms. For #EdTechOfficeHours our co-hosts recommend the best website creation platforms and address file naming conventions. Kris and Erik also provide a mini-review of Cal Ne...

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, 2021, will mark MIT OCW's 20th Anniversary. To learn more...

In this episode, Kris Hans and Chris Hoang discuss their productivity strategies including their habits and routines, their top technologies for staying organized, and their personal productivity goals for 2021. SHOW NOTES: Top productivity habits *Time tracking *One-touch rule *Multiple task lists *Weekly plans *Starting the day with simple tasks (i.e. make the bed) *Separate work and play spaces...

In this episode, Kris and Erik discuss the WhatsApp and Facebook terms of service criticism and the exodus to Signal Messenger. They also recommend some privacy-related browser extensions, headphones for teaching, how to manage multiple calendars, and the importance of looking for info before asking your instructor. (Error alert: We goofed! The episode is #17, not #18) SHOW NOTES News * WhatsApp /...

In this episode, Kris Hans, Erik Christiansen, and Chris Hoang discuss their top 10 education predictions for 2021. CONTACT: Website: edtechexamined.com Email: hey@edtechexamined.com Twitter: @EdTechExamined TEAM INFORMATION: Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website:  erikchristiansen.net Twitter: @egchristiansen Blog: tech-bytes.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: krishans...

In this episode, Erik and Kris interview Mohsen Shahini, Co-Founder of the online assessment platform Kritik . Mohsen is also a Co-Founder of the edtech platform Top Hat where he still serves as the Chief Academic Officer. SHOW NOTES: Guest information * Kritik website * LinkedIn profile * Twitter profile PODCAST INFO: Website: edtechexamined.com Email: hey@edtechexamined.com Twitter: @EdTechExami...

In this episode, Erik and Kris discuss the best search engines for finding open educational resources (OER), the writing apps Scrivener and Overleaf , the mmhmm video broadcasting software, and the new Apple Silicon-powered Macs . SHOW NOTES: #EdTechOfficeHours: What is the best OER search engine? * OER Commons * OASIS * George Mason University OER Metafinder (MOM) News Erik's Tech Bytes blog post...

In this episode, Erik and Kris discuss the Descript video editing software, how universities continue to adopt new technologies, and the mental health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. They also recommend their top apps for managing mental health and provide more organization strategies for managing the demands of online learning. SHOW NOTES: #EdTechOfficeHours: * Descript video editing software N...

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 at MRU. His research interests include visual perception and cognition and the use of virtual reality for reducing anxiety. Most recently, Tony has been developing a...

In this episode Kris and Erik discuss digital whiteboard software, burner phones and burner numbers, The September 15th Apple event (new iPads and Watches!), remote podcast recording, how to setup digital breakout rooms, broadcasting software, the cost of remote education, and Winter semester uncertainty. SHOW NOTES: #EdTechOfficeHours: What is the best online collaborative whiteboard software? *...

In this episode, Erik and Kris interview Meg Wilcox , an Assistant Professor at the School of Communications Studies at Mount Royal University in Calgary, Canada. Meg discusses her journalistic background, long-time interest in radio, and her advocacy for the podcasting medium in higher education. GUEST INFORMATION Meg Wilcox, Mount Royal University *Website: megwilcox.com * Faculty profile * Link...

In this episode, Kris and Erik discuss their recommendations for back to school gear including laptops, tablets, phones, monitors, ergonomic office equipment, and data backup. . SHOW NOTES . Recommended computers and devices . Apple back to school deals (free AirPods) . Apple Education . Tablets . iPad Air 3 iPad Pro 11 iPad Mini . Laptops . Lenovo X1 Carbon Lenovo T490s Microsoft Surface Laptop 3...

In this episode, Erik and Kris focus on productivity strategies for educators and students. They give their experience using project management software like Basecamp and Trello , do a deep dive on note-taking apps (for all platforms), and review Cal Newport’s concept of Deep Work and the strategies of Capture, Configure, and Control for taking control of your time. The co-hosts also discuss their...

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. Due to his experience and breadth of knowledge, Jason offers ins...

In this special episode, Kris and Erik were interviewed by the Teaching and Learning Online Network  (or  TALON ) at the University of Calgary €™s School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape about their strategies for teaching online, including the importance of preparation, communicating with students effectively, developing reusable resources, suggestions for collaboration software, and 'neti...

In this episode Erik and Kris give advice on video editing software for educators, using Medium as an educational blogging platform and the tech industry’s increasing interest in education technology. This episode also introduces a new ‘Meta’ segment. The co-hosts talk about their experience podcasting so far and their observations about different podcast formats. They also talk about the assumpti...

In this episode, Kris and Erik interview Dr. Mohammad Keyhani , an Associate Professor at the University of Calgary Haskayne School of Business . Mohammad discusses his entrepreneur tools catalogue, his digital survival kit and his essential work-from-home strategies. . SHOW NOTES: . A digital survival kit for transitioning your courses online: https://www.universityaffairs.ca/career-advice/career...

In this episode, Erik and Kris interview Dr. Tom O’Neill , an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Calgary . Tom discusses ITP Metrics , a free online teamwork and behavioural assessment platform. Tom and his team created this platform to improve classroom team dynamics, and it has been used in several programs to great success. . SHOW NOTES:  . ITP Metrics plat...

In this episode, Kris and Erik interview Leighton Wilks , Associate Dean of Teaching and Learning at the University of Calgary ’s Haskayne School of Business . Leighton talks about the Business School’s Five Principles for Effective Online Engagement, how COVID-19 is impacting higher education, and strategies for creating a solid work-from-home setup.  . GUEST INFORMATION:  . Leighton Wilks Linked...

In this episode, Kris and Erik discuss tips for creating an ergonomic work from home setup (i.e. "command centre") and using Pocket and Pinboard for saving and organizing articles from the web. . #EdTechOfficeHours . Creating an ergonomic work from home setup . Have a monitor that's at eye level . Ergonomics CCOHS: https://www.ccohs.ca/oshanswers/ergonomics/office/monitor_positioning.html . Evolue...

In this episode, Kris and Erik will be discussing an academic misconduct case where students used Discord to share information, how and why to create a course trailer and the benefits of using password managers and two-factor authentication to stay secure online. . NEWS: . Calgary Herald : "Honest mistake" https://calgaryherald.com/news/local-news/honest-mistake-u-of-c-student-denies-cheating-as-1...

In this episode, Kris and Erik will be discussing how to improve audio recording quality, the pros and cons of synchronous and asynchronous teaching online, privacy concerns over online proctoring services and tips for signing PDFs digitally. . LINKS & SHOW NOTES:  . ARTICLES:  . The Verge : Exam anxiety: how remote test-proctoring is creeping students out https://www.theverge.com/2020/4/29/21...