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Tweet Episode 52 of the EdTech TV Podcast brings it to a close This is the End It’s been a damn good run. Please listen to the episode to hear my thoughts on wrapping up this chapter and moving into my next projects. If you want to find my new EdTech in ESL podcast with Ixchell Reyes, please go to DIESOL.org If you want to find my new EdTech in HigherEd Podcast with Tim VanNorman, please go to TheHigherEdTechPodcast.com Thanks so much for your continued support over the years. Non-Tech Rec Get out there, have a drink and a conversation with your friends. Follow Brent: Twitter: @BrentGWarner Instagram: @BrentGWarner Tweet…

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051 – Bonuses and Pitfalls in Gamifying Your Class with @ChrisHesselbein 49:31

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Tweet Episode 51 of the EdTech TV Podcast brings on Chris Hesselbein from InsertCoin.org . Chris has been creating a buzz with his in-depth understanding of Gamification – where it works, where it doesn’t, and how to apply it. Gamification with Chris Hesselbein Chris Hesselbein ( @chrishesselbein ) should get an honorary doctorate for the depth of knowledge he has around gamification and understanding what does and doesn’t work in layering a gaming structure onto your class. At CUE 18 , everywhere I went I heard someone talking about his ideas and his presentation. This episode is longer than usual, but well worth the deep dive into the fundamentals of gamification. If you’re thinking of gamifying any aspects of your class, make sure you listen to this episode first. To really go down the rabbit hole, make sure to visit Chris at: InsertCoin.org Non-Tech Rec Universal Paperclips – BE CAREFUL, Only open this link if you have time to waste! Follow EdTech TV: Twitter: @EdTechTV Instagram: @EdTechTV Facebook.com/EdTechTV EdTechTV on YouTube Tweet…

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050 – Alternatives to Willpower & Going Paperless for the Paper Lover 31:53

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Tweet Episode 50 of the EdTech TV Podcast discusses what willpower means and some alternatives to help you keep your resolutions. It also looks at bridging the gap between the analog and digital world for those of us who love our paper. Also, a look at the updated EdTech.tv Logo. Updated Logo: After much deliberation, I decided to update the EdTech.tv logo to better reflect what I want to do with the site and the podcast. The change is not major, but it is significant in giving me the freedom to focus more on Education and the various discussions that I’ve felt handcuffed from discussing. The new version emphasizes the Education over Technology, but still makes it clear that the technology lens is still a major focus. Let me know what you think: Twitter: @EdTechTV Alternatives to Willpower In “ The Only Way to Keep Your Resolutions ” in the New York Times, David DeSteno makes the argument that the best way to stick to your resolutions is not through willpower, but through gratitude, compassion, and pride. Order DeSteno’s book: Emotional Success: The Power of Gratitude, Compassion, and Pride Going Paperless for the Paper Lover I discuss several options for digitizing your paper notes from custom-purpose tablets and notebooks to scanner apps. Links to those discussed are included here: Wacom Bamboo Slate – Go to the overview on EdTech.tv here Rocketbook Remarkable Boogie Board Sync Adobe Scan Post-it scanner Non-Tech Rec Click Belts may seem hokey or cheap, but these companies take a lot of pride in their work and make high quality belts with great looking designs. Check out how they work and then look at the companies below to find one (or more) that match your style: Mission Belt Slide Belts Follow EdTech TV: Twitter: @EdTechTV Facebook.com/EdTechTV Instagram: @EdTechTV EdTechTV on YouTube Tweet…

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049 – Net Neutrality in Education 25:14

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Tweet Episode 49 of the EdTech TV Podcast looks at the importance of Net Neutrality in education. Net Neutrality in Education On the surface, Net Neutrality comes across as a boring topic as made abundantly clear by John Oliver in the video below. But few things are more important to our basic rights as free and unfettered access to information without prioritization as decided by our Internet Service Providers. This is a huge topic that deserves our attention as educators. Please take the time to look at the information below and to share your thoughts with the FCC, any EdTech companies you may work with, and your local representatives John Oliver on Net Neutrality Link to GoFCCYourself.com Articles on Net Neutrality in Education: Net Neutrality and Schools – Why It Matters Why Higher Education Should Care About Net Neutrality (2015 article) Information about the FCC’s current “Restoring Internet Freedom” Initiative: FCC’s Official Document (read carefully – headlines are deceiving) Fight For the Future Battle For the Net The 265 members of Congress who sold you out to ISPs and how much it cost to buy them Please Share This Episode Follow EdTech TV: Twitter: @EdTechTV Facebook.com/EdTechTV Instagram: @EdTechTV EdTechTV on YouTube Tweet…

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048 – NoRedInk, Vocabulary.com, & Google Certification

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Tweet Episode 48 of the EdTech TV Podcast visits “older” technology that may not get a highlight as often in the days where there’s a new toy to play with every week. Also: a brief review of Google Certification. Revisiting Old Tech – NoRedInk, Vocabulary.com, Kahoot There’s a lot of great technology out there that can help students, but that often don’t get mentioned because it’s not the newest or the shiniest thing to play with. In the future, I hope to spend more time featuring some of these stalwarts of EdTech. Today I’m focusing on some of the tools that are in my own field, but can easily be adapted to help students understand content across a wide variety of fields. NoRedInk: NoRedInk is an online platform that helps students improve their grammar and writing skills by helping them build confidence through relevant content and instant feedback. Check out the intro video here: Vocabulary.com: Vocabulary.com serves a pretty obvious function – to help people build their vocabulary. What many might skip over is how robust the site is. Take a look at this overview, and consider having your students work on their own to build personalized vocabulary lists in your field. Kahoot: Kahoot is not quite old, but it is well known, and is often dismissed too casually by teachers who are looking for the latest and the greatest. Consider keeping Kahoot in the toolbox for regular access. It’s engaging for the students, and keeps them on task. Check out my previous post about Kahoot: Kahoot It for Warm Ups and Follow Ups Google Certified Educator I recently went through the Google Certified Educator’s program through the Google for Education Training Center I was certified for Level 1 and Level 2: Believe it or not, I never bothered to get Google Certified before. The training on Google’s site was awful, but the test itself was pretty cool and useful. Not a lot of new info if you’ve been working with GAFE/GSuiteEdu for a while, but a couple of worthwhile nuggets. They’re still trying to push G+, which is… Well… Regardless, I’ll give #2 a try next A post shared by Brent Warner @ EdTech.tv (@edtechtv) on Jun 17, 2017 at 8:16am PDT Aaaand there’s Level 2‍I enjoyed this one more – better focus on classroom application. Glad I did it A post shared by Brent Warner @ EdTech.tv (@edtechtv) on Jun 19, 2017 at 9:17pm PDT Certification is a worthwhile pursuit, but it’s worth knowing that if you already consider yourself fairly tech-savvy, that it may not contain a lot of new information for you. On the other hand, it’s a good way to show that you have developed a skillset, and you can use that skillset to specifically better the practices in your classroom and at your school site. Non-Tech Rec I prefer small binder clips like these that can hold together papers for one assignment for a single class. Color coding the binder clips for different purposes can save a lot of time and effort. Follow EdTech TV: Twitter: @EdTechTV Facebook.com/EdTechTV Instagram: @EdTechTV EdTechTV on YouTube Tweet…

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047 – Ryver vs. Slack – Better Team Communication without Email 21:45

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Tweet Episode 46 of the EdTech TV Podcast jumps into Group Chat/Integrated Collaboration services like Slack and Ryver, and explores the use of Guided Access in iOS in the classroom. Slack vs Ryver – Team Communication without E-mail Integrated Collaboration Services: Slack Ryver Microsoft Teams Hipchat Slack vs. Ryver: Each service has its own strengths and weaknesses, but as Ryver continues to grow, it is setting itself up to be the best place for teachers to collaborate as they move away from e-mail. While Slack is admittedly more robust than Ryver, the functionality is built for a slightly different demographic than I imagine teachers would hope to use it for. Many of the features overlap, but at the end of the day, the unlimited and free price tag on Ryver will be enough to convince most teams that it will serve the needed purposes. Additionally, Ryver is not resting on its laurels, they are actively improving their product, so you can expect them to catch up in any areas where they might currently fall short. Guided Access Guided Access lets you control exactly what a student can and cannot do on an iPhone or iPad, so you can feel safe handing your personal device over for classroom use. To Activate Launch the Settings> General > Accessibility> Guided Access under the Learning section. Set up a passcode Open up the app you want to use, then triple tap the home button. Highlight the areas you DON’T want your students to have access to. Non-Tech Rec Department of Brewology creates beautiful prints and artwork based around the love of coffee and brewing coffee. Prove your coffee snobbery is unbeatable AND stylish with some work from these guys. RIP Bill Paxton (5/17/55 – 2/25/17) CHET!!! Follow EdTech TV: Twitter: @EdTechTV Facebook.com/EdTechTV Instagram: @EdTechTV EdTechTV on YouTube Tweet…

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046 – Alternative Facts, Fake News and CRAAP Tests

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Tweet Episode 46 of the EdTech TV Podcast examines ways we can help our students navigate through the confusion of Alternative Facts and Fake News. Alternative Facts, Fake News and the CRAAP Test Alternative Facts: Kellyanne Conway’s Interview on Meet The Press Questions to ponder: How do we ensure students pursue academic integrity when they can turn on the TV to watch our leaders ignore it? How do we teach students to search out legitimate sources when those sources are being actively undermined by powerful people/groups with special interests? How do we justify saying plagiarism is wrong when we reward plagiarists with top positions in the government? Buzzfeed Links mentioned in the show: Michael Chabon Is An Underdog On Top Of The World What is Your Inner Potato? The CRAAP Test: Original source from CSUChico Gettysburg College – CRAAP Test with Examples DHMO.org Do you have your own techniques or ideas for helping students evaluate sources? Share them in the comments below! I’d love to hear from you :) Google Updates Google Voice Google Voice just updated their mobile app to be much more user friendly. It’s a total overhaul and has been well received. Worth the effort for those who use Google Voice in the classroom. Check out my post on Google Voice in the Classroom Google Docs Google Docs also has a new update for the mobile versions of the app allowing for new features such as adding headers, page numbers, and other formatting issues on your phones and tablets. Check out my post on Google Docs Google Teacher Tribe Google Teacher Tribe is the new podcast by Matt Miller from Ditch That Textbook and Casey Bell from Shake Up Learning . Great show with lots of potential that I’m really looking forward to! Check out my interview with Matt Non-Tech Rec There are lots of different ways to use rubber bands in our daily lives. On a trip down a YouTube rabbit hole, I found this video which has some good ideas. And yes – it’s total clickbait. Still, pretty good. Follow EdTech TV: Twitter: @EdTechTV Facebook.com/EdTechTV Instagram: @EdTechTV EdTechTV on YouTube Tweet…

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045 – Where Should We Be with Technology in 2017? 25:17

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Tweet Episode 45 of the EdTech TV Podcast looks at Amazon’s hidden project, Kindle in Motion, and we discuss the realities of where teachers are with tech moving into 2017. Kindle in Motion In August of 2016 Kindle quietly launched a program called Kindle in Motion, with about 8 books on their roster. Now as we’re wrapping up the year there are about 12, so there doesn’t seem to be much of a rush to make this a big feature on the Kindle, but it does have some very interesting potential for teachers and engaging readers. Check out my quick video walk through here: If you’re interested in checking out a book or two with Kindle in Motion, I recommend Off To Be The Wizard for a fun read, or take a look at the current list: Kindle in Motion Book List Where Should We Be with Technology in 2017 As connected educators we often want to explore the newest and the latest in technology, but reactions to simple ideas serve as reminders that not everybody is in the same place. This tweet set off an interesting discussion that may not be at the front of the minds of those who consider themselves “connected educators”: I learned today that a group of students used a Google doc to take lecture notes– they all took notes simultaneously in a collective file. — Stephanie McKellop (@McKellogs) December 20, 2016 Challenge for 2017 – How can you move one step forward with what you’re doing in the classroom right now, and how can you help your colleagues and students do the same? Just one step. Non-Tech Rec: Gallery 1988 – Sample art from Instagram: R.I.P. (art from our Art Awakens campaign and artist @juliancallos) A photo posted by Gallery 1988 (@galleries1988) on Dec 27, 2016 at 12:04pm PST Check out more from Gallery 1988 Follow EdTech TV: Twitter: @EdTechTV Facebook.com/EdTechTV Instagram: @EdTechTV EdTechTV on YouTube Tweet…

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044 – Subversive Professional Development – Implementing Change without Permission 31:48

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Tweet Episode 44 of the EdTech TV Podcast interviews an anonymous member of a professional development organization trying to affect change using subversive tactics. Google’s PhotoScan Google put out a new app that lets you scan photographs from your phone without “just taking a picture” – definitely a useful addition to anyone’s app toolbelt. Download on the App Store Get it on Google Play Subversive Education Revisiting the last episode’s professional organization, CATESOL, an anonymous member reached out to me to talk about the value of social media in professional development. This member took an extreme approach to affecting change in the organization, going outside the normal pathways to try to make change. This is by far the weirdest interview I’ve ever done. I’ll leave the judgement on whether it’s a good idea to the listeners. If you are interested in following the account, they are at: @CATESOLers – though that may not last long, depending on how things pan out. This interview has gotten me thinking a lot about subversion in education. There are some books on the topic which I haven’t read yet that I need to check out. At the top of the list is: Teaching As a Subversive Activity: This book is ranked highly but for some reason wasn’t included in my Master’s program. Some reviews claim it is cynnical, which is worth considering as well. Follow EdTech TV: Twitter: @EdTechTV Facebook.com/EdTechTV Instagram: @EdTechTV EdTechTV on YouTube Tweet…

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043 – Iron Educator – A Collaborative PD Lesson Building Workshop with @ixy_pixy & @kazJESL

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Tweet Episode 43 of the EdTech TV Podcast delves into using Iron Chef as inspiration for professional development and Lesson Planning. Kaz Shida and Ixchell Reyes walk us through how they created a successful workshop for teachers. Iron Educator Kaz Shida and Ixchell Reyes are members of the Inland Empire Board of CATESOL . They developed a professional development workshop based on the classic Japanese TV Show, Iron Chef. Listen to the episode to hear how they did it and what was involved, and look below for pictures and resources! Download the Rubric and Sample Lesson Plans Find Kaz and Ixchell on Twitter: Kaz: @KazJESL Ixchell: @ixy_pixy After the show, Kaz decided to make a new Twitter account for ESL Teaching Car Enthusiasts: CARTESOL: @CARTESOL Non-Tech Recs Kaz Kaz recommended better shocks for your car, here are some of his insights: Link to understand why suspension is important: https://www.carthrottle.com/post/engineering-explained-how-suspension-works-and-upgrading-to-coilovers/ Link to buy car specific suspension upgrades: http://www.tirerack.com/content/tirerack/desktop/en/parts_accessories/suspension.html Some of the recommended and trusted brands are: Koni Eibach Bilstein Tein H&R You can’t go wrong with any of them. Personally, I recommend Koni STR.T (shocks) +Eibach/H&R (lowering springs) combo for people that want improved suspension without sacrificing too much road comfort. Ixchell The Fall on Netflix – Season 3 Follow EdTech TV: Twitter: @EdTechTV Facebook.com/EdTechTV Instagram: @EdTechTV EdTechTV on YouTube Tweet…

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042 – Hello Apple Teachers, Goodbye Evernote

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Tweet Episode 42 of the EdTech TV Podcast takes a look at the Apple Teacher Program and waves farewell to Evernote after they chose to dismiss their free users. Apple Teachers Apple launched both the Everyone Can Code Initiative and the Apple Teacher Program. Both were mostly overlooked by the news of shiny new iPhones that don’t have headphone jacks, but these are great opportunities for teachers to explore. Everyone Can Code Apple Teacher Program Both are great opportunities for professional development – and they’re the magic price: FREE! Goodbye Evernote With the rising prices and the basic dismissal of their free users, it’s time to say goodbye to Evernote. Yes, it’s true I loved you once, but you betrayed me. It’s not me, it’s you. The Verge: Evernote raises prices of its paid plans, limits device sharing on free tier Alternatives to Evernote: Google Keep Fetchnotes OneNote – Also, becaus lolz: Microsoft helps Mac users ditch Evernote for OneNote with new tool Google Drive Simple Note Non-Tech Rec New Album by St. Paul and the Broken Bones: Get it on Amazon or listen FREE with Prime Follow EdTech TV: Twitter: @EdTechTV Facebook.com/EdTechTV Instagram: @EdTechTV EdTechTV on YouTube Tweet…

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041 – Higher Ed’s Dirty Little Secret

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Tweet Episode 41 of the EdTech TV Podcast looks briefly at Pokemon Go and Instagram stories, and takes a look at California’s Higher Ed secret amongst teachers. Pokemon Go Are you one of the 3 people who hasn’t played it? Download from the app store here . Check out David Theriault’s article: 14 Reasons Why Pokemon Go is the Future of Learning Instagram Stories People seem to be really lost about what to do with #instagramstories – for teachers this is GREAT! The temporary nature will solve a lot of the things I don’t like about IG. So here is how I hope people look at it: ▃▃▃▃▃▃▃▃▃▃▃▃▃ ***STORIES*** ▃▃▃▃▃▃▃▃▃▃▃▃▃ Going to the zoo? PERFECT. Snap those shots for Stories! There will be some people that want to see 20 pictures of an elephants butt (like me), but a LOT of people won’t. Share for fun without clogging up people’s feeds. At an #EdCamp? AWESOME! There are probably 1 or 2 pics worth keeping to go back to, but stories are the perfect way for us to participate without being there. Load it up! ▃▃▃▃▃▃▃▃▃▃▃▃▃ ***POSTS*** ▃▃▃▃▃▃▃▃▃▃▃▃▃ Your traditional wall now let’s you be a little more selective with your posts. If you’re at the zoo on a field trip, let us see that awesome class shot! If you’re at an EdCamp and you met your Twitter hero, you’d better post it! This is where the ideas and memories you TRULY want to share out should go. There’s a lot of value in permanent vs temporary sharing. This is probably Instagram’s greatest feature since its inception. Let’s make it awesome for everyone! A photo posted by Brent Warner @ EdTech.tv (@edtechtv) on Aug 6, 2016 at 5:08pm PDT Higher Ed’s Dirty Little Secret I have my own thoughts as discussed in the podcast about Community Colleges vs Universities. My thoughts are well reflected amongst teachers in higher education, at least in the fields that aren’t as heavily research based or trying to get famous people as professors. Here’s an interesting article from the Chronicle of Higher Education reflecting changing thoughts back in 2012. What do you think? Let me know in the comments below! Non-Tech Rec Stranger Things on Netflix Follow EdTech TV: Twitter: @EdTechTV Facebook.com/EdTechTV Instagram: @EdTechTV EdTechTV on YouTube Tweet…

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040 – CUE in Review: a look back at the #CUE16 Conference

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Tweet In episode 40 of the EdTech TV Podcast I cover some of the highlights of the CUE conference that took place in March in Palm Springs, CA. I take a specific look at the vendors, the sessions, and the people of CUE. CUE in Review: a look back at #CUE16 – The Computer Using Educators’ Conference The annual CUE conference is the largest of its kind on the West Coast and brings together some of the brightest minds and most forward thinking teachers who want to integrate technology into their classrooms. CUE is a massive conference that spreads across several hotels in addition to the Palm Springs Convention Center. In this episode I discussed the Vendors, the Sessions, and the People at #CUE16 Vendors: Not a lot of vendors stood out this year, but a couple that caught my attention were: ithinkwrite – bluetooth headphones The Joy Factory – Illustrate Document Camera Sessions: Keynotes – While I missed the Keynotes, CUE has wisely been adding them as well as featured sessions up to their YouTube Channel. Many of them are worth a Saturday morning watch over a cup of coffee. Check them out at: https://www.youtube.com/user/cueinc The sessions I attended and mentioned on the show are listed below: Krystal Kirch – 5 Questions Every Flipped Classroom Teacher Must Answer: http://2016.cue.org/event/5v6b/5-questions-every-flipped-classroom-teacher-must-answer #GoOpen – A look at Open Educational Resources (OER): http://sched.co/5v98 Lisa Highfill – Extreme Pedagogy Makeover: http://sched.co/5vAn AND HyperDocs http://sched.co/5vAl To the Podcast and Beyond – Ryan and Brian http://sched.co/5v6Q The People of CUE: Craig Yen @craigyen Scott Bedley @scotteach Jon Samuelson @jonsamuelson Chris Hesselbein @ChrisHesselbein Chris G @ohcanadatweet Sara Boucher @MsGeekyTeach Nichole Carter @MrsCarterHLA Tim Green @theEdTechDoctor JR Ginex-Orinion @gochemonline Mari Venturino @MsVenturino Ryan O’Donnell @creativeEdTech Brian Briggs @bribriggs Melissa Minkin @MelissaMinkin Keep up and be ready for the next #Cue: Twitter: @cueinc Website: Cue.org Non-Tech Rec Baratza Encore Coffee Grinder : Absolutely great and steady coffee grinder. A little expensive, but gets you much closer to the coffee shop taste that always seems to evade you when you brew coffee at home: Follow EdTech TV: Twitter: @EdTechTV Facebook.com/EdTechTV Instagram: @EdTechTV EdTechTV on YouTube Tweet…

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039 – #EdCampVoxer with Nicol Howard (@NicolRHoward) & Sarah Thomas (@Sarahdateechur)

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Tweet In episode 39 of the EdTech TV Podcast I talk with Sarah Thomas (@SarahDaTeechur) and Nicol Howard (@NicolRHoward) about creating a virtual multi-day session #EdCamp over Voxer. We explore how it was done, what was involved, and how people can copy the model. Nicol Howard and Sarah Thomas share how they collaborated to make #EdCampVoxer In December of 2015 a group of dedicated educators organized and ran the first EdCamp over Voxer. Nicol Howard and Sarah Thomas talk about the process of organizing, setting up, and running the EdCamp virtually over seven days. Collaborators: Along with Sarah and Nicol, there were a number of key collaborators who helped to make #EdCampVoxer a reality Rachelle Wooten – Twitter: @rwootenits Carla Jefferson – Twitter: @mrsjeff2u Shana White – Twitter: @ShanaVWhite Connect with Nicol online: Twitter: @NicolRHoward Website: NicolHoward.com Connect with Sarah online: Twitter: @Sarahdateechur Website: SarahJaneThomas.com Keep up and be ready for the next #EdCampVoxer: Twitter: @EdCampVoxer Website: EdCamp Voxer Non-Tech Rec Sarah recommends music and is happy to be getting the band back together Nicol recommends family dinners with NO phones or gadgets at the table. Follow EdTech TV: Twitter: @EdTechTV Facebook.com/EdTechTV Instagram: @EdTechTV EdTechTV on YouTube Tweet…

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038 – I Finally Made it to 2016 – Late Predictions and Voice Typing w/ Google Docs 19:37

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Tweet In episode 38 of the EdTech TV Podcast I look at some (very late) predictions for EdTech in 2016 and introduce voice typing with Google Docs. (Late late late!) Predictions on EdTech Trends for 2016 If you’re looking to add quizzes, comprehension checks, and assessments to videos for your students, there are a lot of growing options. Interactive videos allow you to add in your own custom questions, images, and audio on top of existing videos from video sites like YouTube and Khan Academy. In this episode we explore some of the basic and premium level features of EdPuzzle, EduCanon, and Zaption. Increase of AR & VR Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality are seeping more into the daily conversation, and there will only be more opportunities to use them both in Education. Links: Oculus Rift How to Transform Your Classroom with Augmented Reality A Better Understanding of Gamification Every year we get more teachers understanding that gamification is not simply playing games in class. I predict 2016 is the year that the sea change happens and people get locked in. Link: How Can I Gamify My Class? Class Craft as an Intro to Gamification More Cheating Through Wearable Tech Apple watches are just the tip of the iceberg. More and more students are coming to school with devices that can be connected to the internet and there’s no stopping the tidal wave. If you hear of any cheating scandals, let me know @EdTechTV Voice Typing with Google Docs Google Docs keeps on getting better and better and with the recent improvements to the quality of the transcriptions as well as the ability to edit the document with your voice, it’s a tool you want to be aware of. Check out the list of commands here: Google Docs Voice Commands Non-Tech Rec The Awkward Yeti Follow EdTech TV: Twitter: @EdTechTV Facebook.com/EdTechTV Instagram: @EdTechTV EdTechTV on YouTube Tweet…

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037 – Interactive Videos with EdPuzzle, EduCanon & Zaption 27:58

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Tweet In episode 37 of the EdTech TV Podcast I explore some of the current options in interactive videos between EdPuzzle, EduCanon & Zaption. I also look at creating your own qualitative student surveys. Interactive Videos with EdPuzzle, EduCanon & Zaption If you’re looking to add quizzes, comprehension checks, and assessments to videos for your students, there are a lot of growing options. Interactive videos allow you to add in your own custom questions, images, and audio on top of existing videos from video sites like YouTube and Khan Academy. In this episode we explore some of the basic and premium level features of EdPuzzle, EduCanon, and Zaption. EdPuzzle EdPuzzle is free and currently doesn’t have any premium features. It’s a great way to get started in building out interactive videos for your students. EduCanon EduCanon is a slightly fuller option than EdPuzzle and offers a number of premium features. Unfortunately, they seem to keep their info hidden to those who haven’t already signed up for the service, but once you are logged in you can find more info about their premium option at http://educanon.com/premium Zaption Zaption offers the biggest variety of choices and is currently the most robust. The premium version allows for a number of useful additional question types, sharing abilities, viewing options, and more. There is a full list of features available at https://www.zaption.com/pricing Qualitative Student Surveys Student surveys are tricky and the way they are designed for schools don’t often leave the teacher with valuable or actionable feedback. Consider using Google Forms to create your own anonymous student feedback forms that help you cue in on exactly the areas you need to focus on. Non-Tech Rec Ash vs. Evil Dead Available from your local cable provider through Starz. Watch Episode 1 here: Ash vs. Evil Dead – Episode 1 Follow EdTech TV: Twitter: @EdTechTV Facebook.com/EdTechTV Instagram: @EdTechTV EdTechTV on YouTube Tweet…

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036 – Grade Like a Sniper 22:43

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Tweet In episode 36 of the EdTech TV Podcast I talk about focusing your grading to hit what matters. I also discuss Scannable for creating PDFs of loose papers. Grade Like a Sniper Most teachers, while well-intentioned, seem to take the “firebombing” approach to grading papers. Students papers end up so scratched up with red marks that it looks like the paper traveled straight through Hades and back. The idea of grading like a sniper is to be precise and purposeful with your grading. Don’t worry about all the targets you could hit, but focus in on the one or two that are really important. I also discuss the idea of positive grading – marking the paper up for what is going right instead of what is going wrong. I haven’t researched this much yet, so I’d love some feedback from any teachers who implement this method. Scannable Scannable is an excellent and easy-to-use app that will help you convert all of your loose papers into easy to store PDFs. EdTech.tv – Scannable Non-Tech Rec Magnifique by Ratatat – Grab it on Amazon Follow EdTech TV: Twitter: @EdTechTV Facebook.com/EdTechTV Instagram: @EdTechTV EdTechTV on YouTube Tweet…

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035 – I Blew It. Dealing with Imposter Syndrome in the Classroom 21:14

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Tweet In episode 35 of the EdTech TV Podcast I talk about Imposter Syndrome, the feeling that we’re not good enough to do what we do. I Blew It. More thoughts on the Imposter Syndrome and how do deal with it are available at the American Psychological Association: http://www.apa.org/gradpsych/2013/11/fraud.aspx Google Forms Google forms are a great way to keep track of your students work. Check out these resources mentioned in the segment. EdTech.tv – Google Forms 101 EdTech.tv – Google Forms 102 EduRoadTrip – Episode 7 Autocrat Non-Tech Rec Love this picture: Don’t forget to check out Back to the Future Day :) Follow EdTech TV: Twitter: @EdTechTV Facebook.com/EdTechTV Instagram: @EdTechTV EdTechTV on YouTube Tweet…

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034 – How Lighting Can Affect Our Learning & ClassTools.net 21:15

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Tweet In episode 34 of the EdTech TV Podcast I talk about ClassTools.net – one of the essential EdTech resources, and how lighting can affect our brainwaves. ClassTools.net Brent talks about ClassTools.net and the many resources available through the site. Definitely worth adding to your bookmarks and having front and ready, even if some of the graphics look a little “old school”. Lights, Brainwaves, Action! How Lighting Can Affect Our Learning Here I look at news coming out about how lighting is not only helping babies sleep through the night, but the studies of using lightwave technology to improve students abilities to focus and the implications that come out of that. New York Times Article – High-Tech Lights to Help Baby Sleep, or Students Stay Alert Brown University Study Non-Tech Rec Luna – Bring the Moon Along With You Admittedly this is expensive, even for a crowd funded project, but how could I resist sharing something so cool? Follow EdTech TV: Twitter: @EdTechTV Facebook.com/EdTechTV Instagram: @EdTechTV EdTechTV on YouTube Tweet…

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033 – Punk, DIY & Critical Thinking with David Theriault (@DavidTedu) 35:01

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Tweet In episode 33 of the EdTech TV Podcast I talk with David Theriault (@davidtedu) about how growing up with punk affected his teaching, how you can be productive without a tech budget, and getting students thinking on deeper levels. David Theriault chats about Punk, DIY and Critical Thinking David shares a number of resources and people you should be checking out: People on Twitter: Brad Ovenell-Carter – @braddo Sean Ziebarth – @MrZiebarth Greg Smith – @GregSEdu Books and Movies: Another State of Mind (Youth Brigade Documentary) The Scapegoat Generation by Mike Males Connect with David online: Twitter: @DavidTedu Instagram: @DavidTedu Long form website: TheReadinessIsAll.com Short(er) form website: IdeaFM.org Non-Tech Rec David shares Eat Me as a must-read book and the Free Soul Cafe for vegan food. Eat Me by Kenny Shopsin The Free Soul Cafe in Tustin, California Brent also recommended: It All Dies Anyway: L.A., Jabberjaw, and the End of an Era by Bryan Ray Turcotte Follow EdTech TV: Twitter: @EdTechTV Facebook.com/EdTechTV Instagram: @EdTechTV EdTechTV on YouTube Tweet…

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032 – Non-linear Presentations with Prezi and AudioBoom in the Classroom 22:20

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Tweet In episode 32 of the EdTech TV Podcast I discuss using Prezi for non-linear presentations and how I use Audioboom for podcasting in my classroom. Using Prezi for Non-Linear Presentations Prezi is a great presentation tool when used properly. Most people use it as a simple replacement for a standard powerpoint with funky animations, but in this episode we discuss how it should be used for non-linear presentations. Audioboom for Podcasting in the Classroom Audioboom is a great resource for helping your students make podcasts quickly and easily. I discuss how I’m using it with my oral skills class and ways to keep things in order. Non-Tech Rec Niteize Handleband – a great way to keep your phone solidly attached to your bike without having to deal with clunky clamps. Follow EdTech TV: Twitter: @EdTechTV Facebook.com/EdTechTV Instagram: @EdTechTV EdTechTV on YouTube Tweet…

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031 – How to Organize Resources with Catherine Coleman 26:49

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Tweet In episode 31 of the EdTech TV Podcast I talk with Catherine Coleman about how she built out the Coleman Modules – a grid to organize resources so teachers can help students take better advantage of their self-study time. Catherine Coleman on Organizing Resources through the Coleman Modules Catherine Coleman is an Adjunct Professor at Irvine Valley College and has built out an incredibly useful way to organize resources. The Coleman Modules serve as a guide for teachers to help students take the most advantage of their study time with individualized activities. Catherine talks about how she built out the modules, what her vetting process was for finding resources, and how it can help students and teachers save time. Resources mentioned in the show are coming shortly – check back soon! Non-Tech Rec Catherine recommends cooking as a non-tech rec and I followed up with the idea of Google Recipes. Google recipes is the idea of finding the ingredients that you already have and typing them into Google plus “recipe” in order to find new and interesting ideas to try out in your kitchen. Follow EdTech TV: Twitter: @EdTechTV Facebook.com/EdTechTV Instagram: @EdTechTV EdTechTV on YouTube Tweet…

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030 – Personal Safety Apps 24:10

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Tweet In episode 30 of the EdTech TV Podcast I share 5 Personal Safety Apps to share with your students, friends and co-workers. I also discuss Blab.im as the latest in shared video chat. Personal Safety Apps Personal safety is a big issue for everybody these days, and a lot of people aren’t aware that your phone can be used to help keep you and your students safe. Whether it’s walking home from school, getting across a dark parking lot, or making sure that a blind date is comfortable, there are apps out there to help you stay at ease. 1) React Mobile React Mobile lets your selected contacts keep track of you when you’re moving from place to place or to signal an emergency which will be sent out to contacts and/or the authorities. 2) Circle of 6 Designed with preventing sexual assaults in mind. Circle of 6 lets you quickly reach out to your closest friends when you need help. 3) SafeTrek The most simple app – just hold the button on screen until you are safe. 4) Bugle For leaving your phone at home while you go out for a run or other activity. 5) Kitestring Kitestring is an SMS service that doesn’t rely on iOS or Android. It can even be used on an “old fashioned” flip phone. It will send you text messages at determined intervals to make sure you are OK. Blab.im Blab is a great service available on iOS or through your browser to set up public and recordable 4-way chats. These chats can be viewed and commented on by anyone via chat, and there are already a lot of educators using it to run shows and hold informal get togethers. You can also look at using Blab with your students to create shows, etc. Just remember that they are public, so you may need to take privacy concerns into consideration. Check it out at blab.im Non-Tech Rec Fargo the TV Show Follow EdTech TV: Twitter: @EdTechTV Facebook.com/EdTechTV Instagram: @EdTechTV EdTechTV on YouTube Tweet…

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029 – Optional Homework & Better Results w/ Scott Bedley (@scotteach) 30:00

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Tweet In episode 29 of the EdTech TV Podcast I talk with Scott Bedley (@scotteach) about his research into the value of homework and the struggles involved with leaving the traditional homework model behind. Scott Bedley on Making Homework Optional Scott shares his experiences and thoughts on mandatory, optional, or no homework options. Connect with Scott online: Twitter: @scotteach Mystery Skype: http://mysteryskype.blogspot.com/ TAS Fair: Technology and Applied Science Fair: http://www.tasfair.com/ The Bedley Brothers’ EdChat Show: http://bedleybros.podomatic.com/ Techlandia’s Grumpy Old Teachers: http://techlandia.podomatic.com/ Non-Tech Rec Scott recommends the Record Company who he saw play with BB King. Pick up their albums on Amazon: The Record Company on Amazon or sample some songs here first: Follow EdTech TV: Twitter: @EdTechTV Facebook.com/EdTechTV Instagram: @EdTechTV EdTechTV on YouTube Tweet…

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028 – 7 YouTube Tips and Tricks 26:40

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Tweet In Episode 28 of the EdTech TV Podcast we’re looking at 7 tips and tricks to help make a better YouTube experience. We also look at iPhone shortcuts to help you save time. 7 Tips and Tricks for YouTube YouTube is a great resource, but most of us don’t realize that there are tons of little easter eggs and useful features hiding right beneath the surface. Here are seven of the tips and tricks discussed in this episode. 1) Increase the Speed of your video Settings Cog > Speed > Choose your speed 2) Scan through videos with arrow keys Right and Left arrows 3) Subtitle changes Click on the “More” button Click on “Transcript” Click on the existing transcript and then “Contribute a better translation” Remember that approval for changes may take some time. 4) Filter your search After you search for a video IN YouTube, click on “Filters” A selection of filter options will come up, choose the ones that suit your needs 5) Add a watermark To add a watermark, go into Creator Studio, then on the left you’ll find Channel > Branding > Add a watermark > Choose File Button > Save > Update Under your name, click on Creator Studio Once you’re in Creator Studio, you’ll find “Channel” on the left sidebar When “Channel” expands, “Branding” will show up underneath. Branding will ask you to add a watermark: Upload a photo (transparent backgrounds work best): 6) GifTube In the url omnibar just type in “gif” ahead of youtube and it will automatically help you make a gif out of the video you’re watching. Every video has a unique URL: Type in the letters “gif” before “youtube.com” Create your Gif! 7) Download YouTube Videos Similar to GifTube, SaveFrom.net allows you to download videos just by putting “ss” in front of YouTube in the URL Bar: Type in the letters directly in front of “youtube” SaveFrom.net will open up and give you a direct link to download the video. iPhone Keyboard Shortcuts Create keyboard shortcuts in order to save time on repeated typings or things that the iPhone continues to insist are spelling mistakes. Settings > General> Keyboard > Shortcuts Non-Tech Rec Talenti Ice Cream Follow EdTech TV: Twitter: @EdTechTV Facebook.com/EdTechTV Instagram: @EdTechTV EdTechTV on YouTube Tweet…

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027 – The Tech We Don’t Use 24:51

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Tweet In Episode 27 of the EdTech TV Podcast Brent talks about the tech we don’t use in classes, trello as a project management system in schools, and other bits of fun. My new book is on the verge of finalization! I’ve been working as co-author on Compelling Conversations Japan for about 3 years, and while the book is not about EdTech, if you are an ESL teacher working with Japanese students, it may be of interest to you: The Tech We Don’t Use It’s nearly impossible to use all of the technology that comes across our twitter feeds, facebook walls, e-mail inboxes, and more. We get more recommendations in a day than we can use in a year, which can overwhelm us. At the same time, teachers who like EdTech are often the first consulted on what technology to use, and questioned why we don’t use things. There is a lot of tech you shouldn’t use or won’t use in the classroom, and as teachers we need to think not only about why we use things, but why we don’t use them. The truth is that there are many reasons we may not use certain technologies. In this episode I discuss some of those reasons: Too complicated Don’t see the value Not Adaptable Doesn’t work across platforms Cost of entry Don’t like it What technology don’t you use that other teachers do? Share your thoughts below! Trello Trello is a project management system that helps you visualize your projects one step at a time. While it’s developed for businesses, it’s ideal for teachers trying to keep track of their day to day processes. Check out Trello! * *This link is an affiliate share link. It doesn’t cost you any money, but gives me fun little bonuses like stickers and options for bigger attachment uploads. If you don’t want to use the affiliate link, please feel free to go to trello directly. Non-Tech Rec Straight Outta Compton: Follow EdTech TV: Twitter: @EdTechTV Facebook.com/EdTechTV Instagram: @EdTechTV EdTechTV on YouTube Tweet…

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026 – Classroom Observations 22:50

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Tweet In Episode 26 of the EdTech TV Podcast Brent talks about what you can learn from classroom observations, Hemingway, and San Francisco. If you’re in Orange County, make sure to look into joining the EdCamp OC this Saturday! https://edcamp.wikispaces.com/edcamp+OC Classroom Observations Classroom observations are one of my secret tools to improving my teaching by leaps and bounds. Every time I’ve had the chance to sit in on another teacher’s class, I’ve learned more than I could have imagined I would have walked away with. In this episode, I discuss learning from: Teacher’s Demeanor Teacher’s Timing Activity ideas Student Behavior Student Interaction Decoration Try to talk with your colleagues to ask about swapping observation opportunities! Hemingway Hemingway is a great resource that helps you clarify your writing. It goes through your writing and looks for redundancies, superfluous wording, and other things to simplify your written word. It was covered on EdTech.tv previously here: Hemingway on EdTech.tv Non-Tech Rec Upper Playground – Street Art / Clothes / Stuff from San Francisco and beyond! Follow EdTech TV: Twitter: @EdTechTV Facebook.com/EdTechTV Instagram: @EdTechTV EdTechTV on YouTube Tweet…

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025 – How to Run a Twitter Chat 21:38

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Tweet In Episode 25 of the EdTech TV Podcast Brent shares his thoughts on how to run a Twitter chat and also shares a language resource for yourself or for students. How to Run a Twitter Chat I was recently asked to guest host a couple of Twitter Chats: #PodcastPD (Sundays at 5:30 Pacific, 8:30 Eastern) run by AJ Bianco , Chris Nesi , and Stacey Lindes and #CAedchat (Sundays at 8:00 Pacific, 11:00 Eastern) run by many including David Theriault and JR Ginex-Orinion amongst others I learned a lot just guest moderating, and wanted to share some of the lessons should you choose to run your own. Twitter chats are massively popular and a great way to get to know other teachers and develop your own authority as a connected teacher. But to run a chat well, you need to step into it with the same type of organization that you do when you step into the classroom. Here are some steps you should consider when running a chat: Don’t do it alone! Decide on a topic Create a google doc – flesh out your questions Share out your chat ahead of time Plan your timing Create your images Open tweetdeck / twitter Announce upcoming qs Engage with participants Say your thanks and remind people to follow each other Do you have any tips of your own to share? Leave them in the notes below to help everybody out! Tatoeba.org Tatoeba.org is a website that collects sentences and their translations into other languages. It is user-run, so it can be a great resource for students to practice their language skills and to get a better sense of the nuances of their second or other language, as well as helping out others who wish to learn their language. Non-Tech Rec Steigl Radler is a low alcohol shandy mix of beer (40%) and grapefruit soda (60%). It is sweet, citrusy, tangy, and summery! If you can find it, grab a bottle to beat the heat! Follow EdTech TV: Twitter: @EdTechTV Facebook.com/EdTechTV Instagram: @EdTechTV EdTechTV on YouTube Tweet…

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024 – Why I Almost Quit Teaching 24:57

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Tweet In Episode 24 of the EdTech TV Podcast Brent shares his struggles with his first experience teaching and how he had to make changes to stick with teaching. He also discusses Pixlr.com and photoshop alternatives. #TLAP Giveaway The giveaway is over, but you can still get these books and follow their authors! Check them out: Teach Like a PIRATE – Dave Burgess ( @burgessdave ) Learn Like a PIRATE – Paul Solarz ( @paulsolarz ) P is for PIRATE – Dave Burgess ( @burgessdave ) & Shelley Burgess ( @burgess_shelley ) Pure Genius – Don Wettrick ( @donwettrick ) Ditch That Textbook – Matt Miller ( @jmattmiller ) 50 Things You Can Do With Google Classroom – Alice Keeler ( @alicekeeler ) Why I Almost Quit Teaching Teaching is a taxing job and it can be very stressful for beginners. There is a ton of responsibility dropped into your lap and when you consider that you may be guiding the future course of these students’ lives, it can be overwhelming. As teachers, it’s important that we find what style, pedagogy, age groups, and demographics work for us. Brent discusses how he found his path in the face of adversity. Pixlr.com If you want a free resource for editing photographs either lightly or in great depth, take a look at Pixlr.com – Pixlr offers most of the features that photoshop users are used to, and even gives a fun and simple version or an “I know how to edit photos” version. Brent also mentions Pixelmator as his editor of choice when on his Mac. Non-Tech Rec King’s Quest from Sierra The classic series has been revitalized, and things have never been so much fun. If you remember playing the old games, or if you want a game that isn’t all blood and guts, look into King’s Quest. Follow EdTech TV: Twitter: @EdTechTV Facebook.com/EdTechTV Instagram: @EdTechTV EdTechTV on YouTube Tweet…

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023 – Ditch That Textbook with Matt Miller 32:53

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