Homeschooling with Technology

309: Drawing Made Easy with Free Online Tools In this episode, we’re exploring free online tools to make drawing fun and accessible for homeschoolers of all ages. Whether your child is a budding artist or you’re just looking for a creative activity to incorporate into your homeschool routine, these four resources offer a variety of […] The post Drawing Made Easy with Free Online Tools appear...

308:Navigating Digital Risks with Kid Safe GPT Kid Safe GPT is a custom GPT that helps parents navigate the risks in online games and apps and social media sites Key Highlights: Common Sense Media: This website has a page about online games and includes info on risks. The list of games it covers is fairly […] The post Navigating Digital Risks with Kid Safe GPT appeared first on Ultimate Home...

307: Prompting 101: A Beginner’s Guide for Homeschoolers Today’s episode is all about Prompting 101: A Beginner’s Guide for Homeschoolers. If you’re new to AI tools like ChatGPT, I recommend starting with Episode 306: Starting Out with AI in Your Homeschool, where I introduce the basics. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: What is prompting? […] The post Prompting 101: A Beginner’s Guid...

306: Getting started with AI in your homeschool Happy New Year! 🎉 As we kick off 2025, it’s clear that AI is set to continue transforming our world—sometimes for better, sometimes for worse. In this episode of Homeschooling with Technology, we’re diving into how you can begin integrating AI into your homeschool. Whether you’re completely […] The post Getting started with A...

305: Last Minute Digital Gift Ideas Forgotten to get gifts for everyone? Or just run out of ideas? These unique digital gift ideas are ones homeschool families will love to give or receive! Here are the 12 ideas I mention in this episode. Online Escape Room Experiences Interactive virtual escape rooms themed a the whole […] The post Last Minute Digital Gift Ideas appeared first on Ultimate H...

304:  AI Assisted Holiday Planning and Prep This episode covers AI Assisted Holiday Planning and Prep. Lots of ways to save time on tasks so you can spend time with family and friends. 1. Creating a Detailed Schedule Demonstrated using ChatGPT Example prompt: Sharing entire holiday to-do list Benefits: Breaks down overwhelming tasks Creates day-by-day […] The post AI Assisted Holiday Plannin...

303: 2024 Hour of Code Highlights In this episode, we explore highlights from the 2024 Hour of Code, an initiative during Computer Science Education Week to introduce students (and even parents!) to coding in fun and engaging ways. Whether your children are new to coding or already experienced, there’s something here for everyone. What is […] The post 2024 Hour of Code Highlights appeared fi...

302: Gaming Gift Ideas that Won’t Break the Bank Heidi Lathram, is a homeschooler, homesteader, gamer, and educator with over 15 years of teaching experience and she share gaming gift ideas your children will love – and are affordable. Below are links to various things Heidi mentioned in the podcast – you need to listen […] The post Gaming Gift Ideas that Won’t Break the Bank app...

301: Tech Tool for Dyslexia: How Lexercise Can Help Homeschoolers   This episode with guest Tauna Meyer  from Proverbial Homemaker discusses Lexercise, a tech tool designed to help homeschooling families with children who have dyslexia. Tauna is sponsored by Lexercise but is really seeing a difference with her son. Key Points: Homeschooling a child with […] The post Tech Tool for Dyslex...

300: Celebrating 300 Episodes: 15 Tools in 15 Minutes with Exclusive Bonuses Join us as we celebrate the 300th episode of Homeschooling with Technology! Host Meryl van der Merwe highlights 15 top tech tools she uses in both her online classes and everyday life. Each tool has been featured at some point over the podcast’s […] The post Celebrating 300 Episodes: 15 Tools in 15 Minutes wit...

299:  Pursuing tech literacy in your homeschool Crystin Morris,  a homeschool mom and founder of Delightfully Feasting, shares ideas on how to approach tech literacy in a homeschool environment. She provides practical guidance for integrating tech skills into everyday learning while maintaining a balanced, holistic approach. Key Tech Literacy Skills Kristen outlines three foundational skills [&#82...

298: Instagram’s New Teen Safety Features   Upcoming Episode Celebration: Episode 300 is just around the corner! Tune in when it releases to enjoy freebies, discounts, and fun activities. Episode Highlights: Overview of Instagram’s New Safety Features for Teens Instagram has introduced several safety protocols for users aged 13-18, defaulting their accounts to private to […] The post In...

297: AI-Powered Learning with Notebook LM In this episode, we look at an exciting tool that can revolutionize how homeschoolers approach research and learning: Notebook LM, an AI-powered app developed by Google. In This Episode: What is Notebook LM? It  is an AI-powered research tool available for free from Google. It’s built on the Gemini […] The post AI-Powered Learning with Notebook...

296: 10 Good Ways for Students to Use AI   In this episode we look at 10 good ways for students to use AI. Last week, weshared 10 bad ways students might use AI. If you haven’t listened to the previous episode, check it out for full context, but you can also jump into this […] The post 10 Good Ways for Students to Use AI appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network .

295: 10 Bad Ways for Students to Use AI We explore “10 Bad Ways for Students to Use AI.” We’re focusing on how NOT to use AI tools. As AI becomes a major part of our children’s future, it’s crucial that we teach them the right ways to engage with it. Key Takeaways from the […] The post 10 Bad Ways for Students to Use AI appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network .

294: Online Contests for Students In this episode, we explore a variety of online contests for students that homeschoolers can participate in. These contests provide great opportunities for students to challenge themselves, develop new skills, and even win prizes. Contests Mentioned in This Episode: PicoCTF A cybersecurity Capture the Flag (CTF) contest for ages 13 […] The post Online Contes...

293: Nearpod: The Homeschool Resource You Never Knew You Needed In this episode,guest Melissa Muir, shares how she uses Nearpod, an incredible tool that can transform your homeschooling experience. Melissa has been homeschooling her children in Ecuador for 13 years. She works with online teachers and homeschoolers, providing resources, self-paced classes, and tech-based tools to […] The post...

292: Why Homeschool Parents and Teens Should Consider Remote Tech Careers in Salesforce In this episode, we explore the potential of remote tech careers in Salesforce for homeschool parents and teens. Our guest, Bradley Rice, shares insights on why Salesforce could be a great fit for the homeschooling community. Key Points Introduction to Salesforce What […] The post Why Homeschool Parents a...

291: MathCounts   Meryl continues her conversation with Hayley Story, who runs a local homeschool math club. Last week, Hayley shared details about three math contests, and in this episode, she dives into the final one: MathCounts. Hayley provides an overview of the competition, her experience as a first-time coach, and tips for homeschool parents […] The post MathCounts appeared first...

290: Math Contests Revisited In this episode of the Homeschooling with Technology podcast, we revisit the topic of math contests with guest Haley Story. This episode builds on Haley’s previous discussion from Episode 243 Math Contests, where she introduced listeners to the topic. Now, with a year of experience running multiple contests, Haley shares valuable […] The post Math Contests...

289: Create your own Digital Planner In this episode, we discuss various tools and methods to create your own digital planner, perfect for homeschooling or managing other aspects of life. We mention practical and customizable options like Google Calendar, Google Sheets, and Trello, and then talk about more visually appealing solutions using Canva and SlidesMania. […] The post Create your own...

288: Search and Research in the AI era In this episode, we explore the evolving landscape of search and research in the age of artificial intelligence (AI). We reflect on the shift from traditional search engines like Google and Bing to the use of AI tools such as ChatGPT, Perplexity, and other large language models […] The post Search and Research in the AI era appeared first on Ultimate Ho...

287: Bringing History to Life with Technology If your children find history boring, here are 8 ideas on bringing history to life with technology Videos: Use YouTube channels, documentaries, and docudramas to visualize historical events. Battle simulation videos and feature movies can also provide an immersive experience. Compare movies to actual historical facts for a […] The post Bringing H...

286: Essential Computer Skills for Students in 2024 What are the essential computer skills for students in 2024? These are 5 that are covered in this episode. Understanding Computers and How They Work: Importance of knowing the basics of computers. Learn about binary, algorithmic thinking etc Practical examples and benefits of understanding computer fundamentals. Learning […] The post Essent...

285:  Class Companion: an AI Tool for improving writing This episode focuses on Class Companion, an AI tool for improving writing skills. Features of Class Companion: Suitable for all ages and subjects, including English, social sciences, and Spanish. Offers pre-made assignments and the ability to create custom ones. AI provides feedback on organization, thesis statements, […] The post Class...