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Educational Duct Tape: An EdTech Integration Mindset

Release Date: 03/24/2021

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Educational Duct Tape: An EdTech Integration Mindset

What happens when two education nerds talk books, buffaloes, and Brisk? In this special episode, I join Mike Brilla on The Inspired Teacher Podcast to discuss the role of AI in classrooms, building a professional learning community, and the adjacent possible. We get candid about cell phones, feedback, tech integration, and remembering our “why” as educators. Tools we mention include MagicSchool, Diffit, Claude, ChatGPT, and Brisk. You’ll laugh, reflect, and leave with ideas you can try tomorrow. #EduDuctTape This interview was originally aired on The Inspired Teacher by Mike Brilla. It...

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Educational Duct Tape: An EdTech Integration Mindset

Google announced Gemini for Education. In this episode, I break it all down, from Deep Research and Gemini Canvas to Gems, Gemini Live, and more. I also discuss the difference between the paid and free versions as well as the admin controls and privacy features in it. Plus, in the soapbox moment, I dig into the importance of growth mindset, perseverance, and what we can all learn from the Learning Pit. #EduDuctTape Episode 128 0:00:00 INTRO 0:02:31 Today's Soapbox Moment: “Rental Skates, Paintballs, and the Messy Middle” - The Anthropocene Reviewed - (Amazon affiliate link) - The Learning...

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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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Educational Duct Tape: An EdTech Integration Mindset

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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Educational Duct Tape: An EdTech Integration Mindset

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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Educational Duct Tape: An EdTech Integration Mindset

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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Educational Duct Tape: An EdTech Integration Mindset

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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Educational Duct Tape: An EdTech Integration Mindset

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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Educational Duct Tape: An EdTech Integration Mindset

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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Educational Duct Tape: An EdTech Integration Mindset

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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Show notes are also available at jakemiller.net/eduducttape-episode-56