S6E17 - The AI Show Recap
The Higher EdTech Podcast
Tim & Brent went down to San Diego to check out the ! Check out just a small portion of what was happening and how the show focused on helping educators beyond the hype cycles and into the practicalities of understanding AI in education. Show notes:
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S6E16 - Group Assignments in Canvas
The Higher EdTech Podcast
Group Assignments are great, but there can be a lot of confusion on setting things up in the LMS. We're breaking down the differences between Group Assignments, Group Discussions, Assignments for Groups, and all the other confusingly similarly named ways to consolidate student work on Canvas. Show notes:
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S6E15 - Security and Emergencies with Nick Wilkening
The Higher EdTech Podcast
Ever wonder how colleges handle emergencies? IVC's Director of Technology Services Nick Wilkening comes back for a follow-up to the last episode, revealing behind-the-scenes insights into institutional readiness and cybersecurity in this compelling episode. From practical personal preparedness tips to understanding how campuses operate during crises, this conversation offers valuable perspective for anyone working in higher education technology. Notes at
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S6E14 - Tech Updates with IVC's Director of Technology Services, Nick Wilkening
The Higher EdTech Podcast
We brought IVC's Director of Technology Services back on the show to talk about the types of campus-wide tech updates we've been implementing at IVC and how understanding them can help make a more secure work environment. Show notes at
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S6E13 - AI Bots in My Meetings!
The Higher EdTech Podcast
AI Bots are popping up into our Zoom meetings, our online classes, and more. This is more than just a classroom issue - many meetings across campuses are starting to feel the slow creep of bots coming in to replace attendees for people who will "check the highlights" later - but can we trust the accuracy of these bots to summarize or give voice to important issues that come up? We're discussing the ins and outs! Show notes:
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S6E12 - Google Add-Ons to Help Your Workflow
The Higher EdTech Podcast
Want to simplify your Google workflow but don't know where to start? We're exploring some Google add-ons that can make your workspace work for you. Show notes and info at
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S6E11 - Incorporating AI Without Affecting Your Lessons
The Higher EdTech Podcast
There are a lot of teachers out there who like AI for their personal lives, but don't want to bring it into their classroom or to have it touch their pedagogy. No problem! There are certainly ways to use AI as a teacher without having it touch your curriculum. In this episode, Tim & Brent discuss some of the ways to incorporate AI into your workflow in ways you might be more comfortable with. More info at
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S6E10 - 12 Tips of Techmas
The Higher EdTech Podcast
You deserve your winter break, so we're keeping it short and sweet with some quick and actionable tips that you might not have known about to help save you time and improve your workflow. Links & Show Notes at https://www.thehigheredtechpodcast.com
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S6E09 - 2024 Gift Guide for Techie Teachers
The Higher EdTech Podcast
Are people asking you what gift you want for the holidays, or maybe you're struggling to find the right thing for the nerdy someone in your life? Tim & Brent share some ideas for things that a techie teacher might enjoy at the end of 2024. Links & Show Notes at https://www.thehigheredtechpodcast.com
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S6E08 - What to Think About When Planning for 2025
The Higher EdTech Podcast
2025 is upon us, and it's time to start thinking about the new semester. In this episode, Tim and Brent talk about some considerations that you might start planning for now in order to make a smooth (and possibly experimental) transition into 2025. Show notes at
info_outlineThere's a lot of murkiness around how to define policies around AI. In this episode, Tim and Brent break down some of the realities of trying to make rules around AI and share some resources that have been built on the topic. If you're trying to figure out how to set expectations around the use of AI in your classroom, this episode is for you!
Show notes: TheHigherEdTechPodcast.com