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Educational Duct Tape: An EdTech Integration Mindset
Release Date: 12/11/2019
Educational Duct Tape: An EdTech Integration Mindset
Can AI help teachers do more of what matters most? In this episode, I join Rachel and Christina from The Conversation podcast to explore AI’s real impact in schools. We discuss tools like MagicSchool, Diffit, and Brisk, and how they support both students and teachers. We also dive into personalized learning, teacher PD, and the “baby steps” approach to AI adoption. Plus, I share practical insights on balancing tech with humanity in the classroom. #EduDuctTape This interview was originally aired on The Conversation Podcast by Rachel Daniels, John Hambrick, and Christina Grady-Watts of the...
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What do a name change, a new font, and fewer browser tabs have in common? In this episode, I unpack the Quizizz rebrand to Wayground, share Edpuzzle’s leap beyond video with new interactive tools, highlight Google Classroom’s latest add-on integrations, and spotlight Google Fonts’ Playwrite—a typeface built to support handwriting instruction. Plus, in the Soapbox moment, I reflect on my son learning to drive and the lessons we’re both picking up along the way. #EduDuctTape Episode 127 0:00:00 INTRO 0:02:04 Soapbox Moment: Mirrors, Mailboxes, and Merging 0:07:06 EdTech &...
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What if your classroom ran more like a student-led workshop than a teacher-led lecture? In this episode, Alfonso Mendoza joins me to talk about screencasting tools like Screencastify, Loom, ScreenPal, and Kapwing. I also spotlight new features in Padlet and NotebookLM, share how Google Lens can support inquiry in the moment, and reflect on The Shift to Student-Led by Catlin Tucker and Katie Novak. EduDuctTape Episode 126 0:00:00 INTRO 0:01:47 Today's Guest: Fonz Mendoza Alfonso “Fonz” Mendoza Jr. is an educator, AI researcher, and host of My EdTech Life. He champions responsible...
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How do we make tech processes easier for students—and teachers—to follow? In this episode, I chat with Courtney Watson from friEdTechnology about strategies for creating clear, bite-sized tech instructions using tools like Scribe, iorad, Canva, and Adobe Express. We explore ways to lower the cognitive load and boost confidence in tech-rich classrooms. Plus, I share new feature updates in Book Creator, Padlet, and NotebookLM that support accessibility, flexibility, and efficiency. #EduDuctTape Episode 125 0:00:00 INTRO 0:02:59 Today's Guest: Courtney Watson Courtney is a Google Certified...
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This interview was originally aired on the State of Ed Podcast by Dr. Nick Isseks and Dr. Nick Simone. It is being re-aired here with their permission. You can access the original episode here: and access all State of Ed Podcast episodes here: 0:00:00 INTRO 0:02:53 State of Ed Podcast 0:04:21 Jake's Journey 0:05:57 What is Personalized Learning? 0:10:33 Rogers' Law of Diffusion of Innovation 0:13:12 What is Educational Duct Tape? 0:16:04 More Than Words by John Warner 0:18:58 The Issue with Points-Based Grading 0:20:03 Mastery vs. Performance-Oriented Goals 0:22:29 The AI Infinite Loop...
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What’s your favorite tool for having students create visuals like infographics and diagrams? Bryon Carpenter from Fresh Air At Five joins me to answer that very question. We discuss Adobe Express, Canva, Google Drawings, and Google Slides. Also, I share about Brisk’s new Podcast Generator, a Chromebook monitoring feature coming soon to Google, SchoolAI’s response to some ethical concerns, and a documentary recommendation. #EduDuctTape Episode 124 0:00:00 INTRO 0:02:09 Today's Guest: Bryon Carpenter 0:06:49 Which of the Following is Less Torturous 0:10:22 Today's #EduDuctTape...
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Ever feel like the important work keeps getting overshadowed by what’s urgent? In this episode, I reflect on the quote “Think big. Start small. Scale fast.” and share how the Eisenhower Matrix helps me keep my priorities aligned. I also share updates from Snorkl, Google Classroom, and SchoolAI, plus a candid take on More Than Words by John Warner. Tools featured include Snorkl Coach, Video Explorer, and Read Along with custom content. #EduDuctTape Episode 123 0:00:00 INTRO 0:02:23 Today’s Soapbox Moment: “Parking Lots, Right Turns, and What’s Important” Think Big,...
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What’s your go-to tool for formative assessment? In this episode, Dan Niessen joins me to unpack strategies for gathering real-time insights into student learning. We talk Quizizz, Nearpod, Snorkl, AI chatbot tutors, Pear Deck, ChatGPT, and more. Dan shares how he supports educators in choosing tools that fit their goals—and their students. Plus, I break down updates to Google Slides, Canva Visual Suite 2.0 and Canva Sheets, along with a timely tip on how to cite AI-generated content. Tune in! #EduDuctTape Episode 122 Today's Sponsor - M2 by Swivl - 0:00:00 INTRO 0:03:26 Today’s...
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Is the goal to complete the task… or to grow stronger? In this episode, I reflect on Rick Wormeli’s article “With A.I., Let’s Keep Students’ Learning Paramount” and what it means for educators navigating AI in classrooms. I also share updates on Common Sense Media’s free ChatGPT course, Google Classroom’s new “Grade All” feature, the CoSpaces rebrand to Delightex, and a TED Talk that might change how you view success. Vacuum metaphors, forklifts, and academic cosplay—press play! #EduDuctTape Episode 121 0:00:00 INTRO 0:04:01 Soapbox Moment: The Forklift, the Roomba, and...
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How can we empower students to self-assess their learning? In this episode, Shantel Lott joins me to explore tech tools and strategies that foster reflection and agency. We chat about Snorkl, NotebookLM, Curipod, Knowt, and MagicSchool’s Custom ChatBot. I also share updates on using Google Gemini with Teens, Padlet Sandbox’s new sound and visual effects, and the magic of generating Google Slides with Alayna AI. #EduDuctTape Episode 120 Today's Sponsor M2 by Swivl - Today’s Guests: Shantel Lott Shantel is an EdTech enthusiast and Lead Learning Guide at friEdTech. Certified in Google...
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- Daniel Pink, “Drive” - danpink.com/drive.
- Today’s Guest: Dr. Sheldon Eakins
- Sheldon L. Eakins, Ph.D. is the Founder of the Leading Equity Center and host of the Leading Equity Podcast. Dr. Eakins has a passion for helping educators accomplish equitable practices in their schools. He facilitates an online course entitled Teaching Through A Culturally Diverse Lens available on his website www.leadingequitycenter.com
- Contact Info: Twitter: @sheldoneakins, Website: leadingequitycenter.com, Email: [email protected], Podcast: Leading Equity
- The Leading Equity Virtual Summit - leadingequitycenter.com/summit2020
- Teaching Through A Culturally Diverse Lens Course - sheldoneakins.com/course
- 2 Truths & 1 Lie
- Question #1: How can we integrate student’s cultures and communities into the instruction?
- #LeadingEquity 97: 4 Things to Consider in the Pursuit of Fostering Equitable and Inclusive Classrooms
- Know your students
- Surveys (Google Forms, Microsoft Forms, etc.)
- “Race does matter, as does culture don’t ignore it.”
- Use the information that you gather
- “Promote a Decolonial Atmosphere” is part of Getting Started with Educational Equity: 10 Steps to Get you on the Right Path Towards Leading Equity, which you can get by signing up at leadingequitycenter.com
- Flipgrid - flipgrid.com
- Synth - gosynth.com
- Stacey Roshan episode - eduducttape.libsyn.com/stacey-roshan-tech-with-heart-flipped-classroom-flipgrid-peardeck-wacom-tablets-and-chutes-amp-ladders
- Mike Mohammad episode - https://eduducttape.libsyn.com/mike-mohammad-peardeck-flipgrid-shorts-camera-nearpod-the-answer-pad-classkick-formative-seesaw-google-sites-digital-portfolios-learner-profiles-student-voice
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- Question #2: How can we promote disruptive discourse?
- Promoting discourse that is willing to break up traditional practices in favor of best practices
- Dr. James Banks - education.uw.edu/people/faculty/jbanks
- Contributions Method - “sprinkle in”
- Additive Method - Teach with a diverse lens
- Transformative Method
- Social Action Approach
- More about those 4 methods: teachingforchange.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Banks_James.pdf
- Dr. Michael Domínguez - sheldoneakins.com/michaeldominguez
- Discussion Platforms that I added in:
- Flipgrid - Flipgrid.com
- Synth - gosynth.com
- Voicethread - voicethread.com
- BackChannelChat.com
- Yo! Teach - yoteachapp.com
- Google Classroom
- Padlet - Padlet.com
- Schoology - Schoology.com
- Parlay - parlayideas.com
- Ways to handle these discussions with technology:
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- Google Forms - google.com/forms/about
- Pear Deck - peardeck.com
- NearPod - nearpod.com
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- People to follow in regards to “Techquity”
- Dr. Sarah Thomas - @sarahdateechur
- Dee Lanier - @deelanier, deelanier.net, SolveInTime.com, #SolveIT
- Dr. Will Dayemport - @iamDrWill, thedrwillshowpodcast.simplecast.fm
- Dr. Kari Kokka - @karikokka, creatingbalanceconference.org
- Ken Shelton - @k_shelton, kennethshelton.net
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