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Edtech ThrowdownTips and Tricks for 2026: Chrome and GmailEdtech ThrowdownEpisode 207: Tips and Tricks for 2026: Chrome and GmailWelcome to the EdTech Throwdown. This is episode 207 called “Tips and Tricks for 2026: Chrome and Gmail” In this episode, we’ll talk about some of our favorite tips for surfing the web with chrome and sending or receiving emails in Gmail. Hopefully these hacks can help make your day a little easier. This is another episode you don’t want to miss. Check it out.Segment 1: Lost but Now FoundRestore lost or accidentally Control Shift T Command Shift T on a MACZoom in an...
2026-01-2635 minEdtech ThrowdownEdtech Resolutions for 2026Edtech ThrowdownEpisode 205: Edtech Resolutions for 2026Welcome to the EdTech Throwdown. This is episode 205 called “Edtech Resolutions for 2026” In this episode, we’ll talk about our edtech tips and edtech tools that we are excited to explore in the new year. This is another episode you don’t want to miss. Check it out.Segment 1: Goodbye 2025 and Hello 2026Narrative: Life was challenging in 2025… Welcome 2026! Segment 2: Tips, Tools, and Resources Nick’s An Edtech Tip for 2026Building Blocks in Google Docs to templat-ize my doc writingAn Edtech Tool for 2026Noteobook LM - so many new tools, I have a feeling there is more to ...
2025-12-2930 minEdtech ThrowdownEdtech WrappedEdtech ThrowdownEpisode 204: Edtech WrappedWelcome to the EdTech Throwdown. This is episode 204 called “Edtech Wrapped” In this episode, we’ll talk about our version of spotify wrapped to take a look back at our edtech year in review. This is another episode you don’t want to miss. Check it out.Segment 1: Narrative: Guise, do you know what Spotify Wrapped is?We assembled our own edtech version of Spotify Wrapped as a way to talk about trends over th...
2025-12-1536 minEdtech ThrowdownEdtech Tools for the Classroom Teacher (Part 2)Edtech ThrowdownEpisode 202Welcome to the EdTech Throwdown. This is Episode 202 called Tech or Treat: 8 (More) Edtech Tools for the Classroom Teacher (Part 2). In this episode, we will continue exploring a new list of edtech tools that can enhance, engage, and save time. This is another episode you don’t want to miss, check it out.NIck’s UniqLearn(Coming Soon)Creates a profile for each student and then develops a lesson to tailor who that student learns best. This forthcoming platform is designed to personalize the learning experience by asses...
2025-11-1735 minEdtech ThrowdownTech or Treat: 8 Edtech Tools for the Classroom TeacherEdtech ThrowdownEpisode 201: Tech or Treat: 8 Edtech Tools for the Classroom Teacher (Part 1) Welcome to the EdTech Throwdown. This is Episode 201 called Tech or Treat: 8 Edtech Tools for the Classroom Teacher (Part 1). In this episode, we will go edtech trick or treating with a new list of edtech tools that can enhance, engage, and save time. This is another episode you don’t want to miss, check it out.Segment 1: Happy halloweenWhat’s New? Tech or Treat game
2025-11-0337 minEdtech ThrowdownTech That Teaches: Hardware We Actually LoveEdtech ThrowdownEpisode 194: Tech That Teaches: Hardware We Actually LoveWelcome to the EdTech Throwdown. This is Episode 194 called Tech That Teaches: Hardware We Actually Love. In this episode, we will go over the hardware that allows our classrooms and offices to run smoothly and efficiently. Save time, headaches, and hopefully some money! This is another episode you don’t want to miss, check it out.Segment 1: Who doesn’t like gadgets?Segment 2:Nick’s Gadgets...
2025-07-1438 minEdtech ThrowdownAwesome Edtech for the SummerEdtech ThrowdownEpisode 192: Awesome Edtech for the SummerWelcome to the EdTech Throwdown. This is Episode 192 called Awesome Edtech for the Summer. Every year when school ends we publish an episode where Guise and I share what we’ll be reading, listening to, and exploring over the summer break. 192 is that episode and this is another you don’t want to miss, check it out.Segment 1: Summer PlansSummer plansSegment 2: Resources for the SummerNick
2025-06-1639 minEdtech ThrowdownStump the Edtech GuruEdtech ThrowdownEpisode 190: Stump the Edtech GuruWelcome to the EdTech Throwdown. This is Episode 190 called Stump the Edtech Guru. In this episode, we’ll try and stump each other with some of the toughest edtech challenges we could think of. Each guru will have to come up with a solution on the spot. This is another episode you don’t want to miss, check it out.Segment 1: Friendly CompetitionWe compete with everythingSegment 2: Stump the Edtech Guru...
2025-05-1959 minEdtech Throwdown10 Tips for Using AI in Your Classroom (Part 2)Edtech ThrowdownEpisode 188: 10 Tips for Using AI in Your Classroom (Part 2)Welcome to the EdTech Throwdown. This is Episode 188 called 10 Tips for Using AI in Your Classroom. Nick and I have each selected 5 of our top tips for using AI to increase student learning and to help you manage your classroom, and sometimes your life. Nick presented his 5 tips last episode and today I will do the same! Listen in to learn about what they are, why we like them, and how they might advance your classroom! This is another episode you don’t...
2025-04-2123 minEdtech Throwdown10 Tips for Using AI in Your Classroom (Part 1)Edtech ThrowdownEpisode 187: 10 Tips for Using AI in Your ClassroomWelcome to the EdTech Throwdown. This is Episode 187 called 10 Tips for Using AI in Your Classroom. Guise and I have each selected 5 of our top tips for using AI to increase student learning and to help you manage your classroom, and sometimes your life. Listen in to learn about what they are, why we like them, and how they might advance your classroom! This is another episode you don’t want to miss. Check it out.Segment 1:
2025-04-0721 minEdtech Throwdown12 AI Tools to use in the 2025-26 School YearEdtech ThrowdownEpisode 186: 12 AI Tools to use in the 2025-26 School YearWelcome to the EdTech Throwdown. This is Episode 186 called 12 AI Tools to use in the 2025-26 School Year. Guise and I have each selected 6 of our favorite AI tools for the classroom. Listen in to learn about what they are, why we like them, and how they might advance your classroom! This is another episode you don’t want to miss. Check it out.Sign up for our Monthly Newsletterhttp...
2025-03-2439 minEdtech ThrowdownEdtech Hot Topics, Tech Tools, and Resources Heading into 2025Edtech ThrowdownEpisode 180: Edtech Hot Topics, Tech Tools, and Resources Heading into 2025Welcome to the EdTech Throwdown. This is Episode 180 called, “Edtech Hot Topics, Tech Tools, and Resources Heading into 2025” In this episode, we’ll wrap up 2024 by taking a look what is hot in educational technology right now as we start a new year. We’ll also share of the tools and resources we’re most excited about for 2025. This is another episode you don’t want to miss. Check it out.Segment 1: End of the Year Wrap Up...
2024-12-3038 minEdtech ThrowdownCanva App ThrowdownEdtech ThrowdownEpisode 177: Canva App ThrowdownWelcome to the EdTech Throwdown. This is episode 177 called “Canva App Throwdown” In this episode, we’ll talk about some of the often overlooked Canva apps that make this powerful platform even more awesome. This is another episode you don’t want to miss. Check it out.Segment 1: Narrative: What's New with Canva?Segment 2: Canva AppsA lot of people don’t even know that Canva h...
2024-11-1835 minEdtech ThrowdownSuper Lesson Throwdown with Gabby MiglioreEdtech ThrowdownEpisode 176: Super Lesson Throwdown with Gabby MiglioreWelcome to the EdTech Throwdown. This is episode 176 called “Super Lesson Throwdown with Gabby Migliore” In this episode, we’ll talk about how to engage all students from bell to bell with edtech at your side. We’ll each share 1 sample lesson that you can use or take ideas from for your own classroom. This is another episode you don’t want to miss. Check it out.Segment 1: Narrative: Differentiation PD DaySegment 2: Superlesson ShowdownWithout further ado, our guest today i...
2024-11-0642 minEdtech ThrowdownDifferentiation Done Right: Top EdTech Tools for Every LearnerEdtech ThrowdownEpisode 174: Differentiation Done Right: Top EdTech Tools for Every LearnerWelcome to the EdTech Throwdown. This is episode 174 called “Differentiation Done Right: Top EdTech Tools for Every Learner” In this episode, we’ll revisit the world of differentiation and talk about some of our favorite edtech tools to make it happen! This is another episode you don’t want to miss. Check it out.APPLE REVIEWNew YouTube VideosCanva for Administrators YouTube PlaylistCanva Apps for EducatorsSegment 1: Upcoming PD on Different...
2024-10-0737 minEdtech Throwdown6 Tools Tips and Tricks to Blast off Your School YearEdtech ThrowdownEpisode 171: 6 Tools Tips and Tricks to Blast off Your School YearWelcome to the EdTech Throwdown This is episode 171 called “6 Tools Tips and Tricks to Blast off Your School Year” In this episode, we’ll talk about the end of summer time crunch and 6 of our favorite edtech recommendations to help blast off your school year! This is another episode you don’t want to miss. Check it out.Segment 1: IntroNarrative: Crunchtime and PD Days are here!Segment 2: 6 Tools Nick:Flaticon for AI guideline markers. Sw...
2024-08-2632 minEdtech ThrowdownBack To School & Refreshing Your Edtech MindsetEdtech ThrowdownEpisode 170: Back To School & Refreshing Your Edtech MindsetWelcome to the EdTech Throwdown This is episode 170 called “Back To School & Refreshing Your Edtech Mindset.” In this episode, we’ll talk about how we are preparing to wrap up summer and get ready for the start of the school year. An important part of this is the refreshing of our edtech mindsets - listen in to learn how we’re doing it! This is another episode you don’t want to miss. Check it out.Segment 1: Narrative: Getting ready to start the new sch...
2024-08-1234 minEdtech ThrowdownLeveraging Social Media for Creative Classroom ProjectsEdtech ThrowdownEpisode 168: Leveraging Social Media for Creative Classroom ProjectsWelcome to the EdTech Throwdown This is episode 168 called “Leveraging Social Media for Creative Classroom Projects”. In this episode, we’ll talk about how social media inspired projects can put a creative and engaging spin on a variety of classroom projects. This is another episode you don’t want to miss, check it out!Segment 1: Narrative: What are nick and guise’s go-to social media platforms?Having a class social media account can be a powerful motivator and a great way for...
2024-07-1539 minEdtech ThrowdownEdtech Resources for the SummerEdtech ThrowdownEpisode 165: Edtech Resources for the SummerWelcome to the EdTech Throwdown This is episode 165 called “Edtech Resources for the Summer”. In this episode, we’ll talk about the resources that we’ll be exploring while on this year’s summer vacation! This is another episode you don’t want to miss, check it out!Segment 1: Narrative: Summer time talkSegment 2:Guise’s BooksAI for Educators: Learning Strategies, Teacher Efficiencies, and a Vision for an Artificial Intelligence Future by Matt MillerLeaders Eat Last by Simon...
2024-06-0343 minEdtech ThrowdownFun with Virtual Field TripsEdtech ThrowdownEpisode 163: Fun with Digital Field TripsWelcome to the EdTech Throwdown This is episode 163 called “Fun with Digital Field Trips”. In this episode, we’ll talk about some of our favorite options for fun and engaging virtual field trips. Time and money is always tight when it comes to education, and these resources can help bring some adventure to your classroom! This is another episode you don’t want to miss, check it out!Segment 1: Narrative: What’s your favorite field trip of all time? Nick - Penn State Nucle...
2024-05-0643 minEdtech ThrowdownThe Edtech Throwdown: Edtech tools Tips and TricksEdtech ThrowdownEpisode 162: Welcome to the EdTech Throwdown This is episode 162 called “The Edtech Throwdown: Edtech tools Tips and Tricks”. In this episode, we’ll share our famous edtech throwdown where Guise and I compete for edtech glory. Who has the better tools, tips and tricks? Listen in and decide for yourself! This is another episode you don’t want to miss, check it out!Segment 1: Narrative: Sneak peak at an Edtech Throwdown CompetitionWe need to take a break to hear from Teach Better, but don’t go anywhere because...
2024-04-221h 01Edtech ThrowdownThe Edtech throwdown AI EditionEdtech ThrowdownEpisode 161: The Edtech Throwdown: AI EditionWelcome to the EdTech Throwdown This is episode 161 called “The Edtech Throwdown: AI Edition”. In this episode, we’ll share our famous edtech throwdown where Guise and I compete for AI edtech glory. Who has the better tools? Listen in and decide for yourself! This is another episode you don’t want to miss, check it out!Segment 1: Narrative: We need to take a break to hear from Teach Better, but don’t go anywhere because when we come back we’re going to break d...
2024-04-081h 01Edtech ThrowdownThe 2024 EdTech March Madness BracketEdtech ThrowdownEpisode 159: EdTech March Madness: 16 Top Tools Compete for GloryWelcome to the EdTech Throwdown this is episode 159 called “EdTech March Madness: 16 Top Tools Compete for Glory”. In this episode, we’ll talk about this year’s edtech march bracket - a competition that collects 16 of today’s top edtech tools and pits them against one another in an exciting online competition! This is another episode you don’t want to miss, check it out!Segment 1: Narrative: Catching up with Kyle about #EdtechMadness24 and found out that he was thinking about not doing...
2024-03-1142 minEdtech Throwdown6 Ways Edtech Can Save a LessonEdtech ThrowdownEpisode 158: 6 Ways Edtech Can Save a LessonWelcome to the EdTech Throwdown this is episode 158 called “6 Ways Edtech Can Save a Lesson”. In this episode, we’ll talk about 6 different edtech tools that you can sprinkle into any lesson that might need some saving! This is another episode you don’t want to miss, check it out!Segment 1: Instagram ParentingNick tries a snow day activity with Sylvia that fails dramatically.Instagram parenting activitiesFrozen cupcake molds with colored water to decorate the snowStained hands, stained coat, broken ice, crying ch...
2024-02-2655 minEdtech ThrowdownEdtech Appsmashes, Templates, and Gamification Tools to Spark Creativity within the ClassroomGotTechED the Podcast Episode #150: Edtech Appsmashes, Templates, and Gamification Tools to Spark Creativity within the ClassroomWelcome back to GotTechED the podcast this is Episode 150 called “Edtech Appsmashes, Templates, and Gamification Tools to Spark Creativity within the Classroom”. In this episode, we are excited to speak with master teacher and tech coach Dana Heller about some cool new appsmash ideas, our favorite templates for easily reproducible lessons, and some gamification tools and tricks. This is another episode you don’t want to miss, check it out!Segment 1: EdTech We are Excited AboutGuise: Diff...
2023-11-0640 minEdtech Throwdown20 Must-Have Chrome Extensions for TeachersGotTechED the Podcast Episode #144: 20 Must-Have Chrome Extensions for TeachersWelcome back to GotTechED the podcast this is Episode 144 called “20 Must-Have Chrome Extensions for Teachers”. In this episode, we’ll share 20 of our favorite chrome extensions for educators. We’ve got some old favorites and some new inductees so make sure you don’t start the school year without adding these to your browser. This is another episode you don’t want to miss, check it out.Segment 1: UpdatesHappy summer break!Prepping for Canva training with secretaries and adminSegment 2: 2...
2023-08-1452 minEdtech Throwdown5 Tips for Maintaining High Expectations in Your ClassroomGotTechED the Podcast Episode #142: 5 Tips for Maintaining High Expectations in Your ClassroomWelcome back to GotTechED the podcast this is Episode 142 called “5 Tips for Maintaining High Expectations in Your Classroom”. In this episode, we’ll share 5 tips that will get you thinking about high expectations and the best ways to keep them elevated, in a sustainable way. This is another episode you don’t want to miss, check it out.Segment 1: UpdatesHappy summer break!Prepping for Canva training with secretaries and adminSegment 2: High Classroom ExpectationsRecent teacher conv...
2023-07-1749 minEdtech ThrowdownSummer Podcasts, Reading, and Edtech to Try OutGotTechED the Podcast Episode #140 Summer Podcasts, Reading, and Edtech to Try OutWelcome back to GotTechED the podcast this is Episode 140 called “Shownotes Summer PD, Reading, and Edtech to Try Out.” In this episode, we’ll share our summer time list of podcasts, books and edtech that we plan on learning about during our newly found free time. This is another episode you don’t want to miss, check it out.Segment 1: UpdatesISTEThe #Edtech Throwdown: Personalized Learning Edition Monday, June 26, 4 – 5 p.m.Location: 119ABTheaiteacher.tipsGuise’s annual podcast blog comin...
2023-06-1953 minEdtech Throwdown4 Lesson Activities for Teachers to Try in 2023GotTechED the Podcast Episode #128: 4 Lesson Activities for Teachers to Try in 2023Welcome back to GotTechED the podcast this is Episode 128 called “4 Lesson Activities for Teachers to Try in 2023” In this episode, we’ll play a lesson design game using our brand new Wheel of EdTech and share some of our New Year’s resolutions. This is another episode you don’t want to miss, check it out.Segment 1: UpdatesHappy New YearsNJECC Conference is March 7th (Tuesday in person) and March 8th (Wednesday remote)Segment 2: New Year's Resolutions Guise: Pro...
2023-01-0250 minEdtech Throwdown12 EdTech Tools to be Thankful ForGotTechED the PodcastEpisode #125: 12 EdTech Tools to be Thankful ForIf you are a new listener to GotTechED the Podcast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today!Welcome back to GotTechED the podcast this is episode 125 called “12 EdTech Tools to be Thankful For”. In this episode, we’ll talk about some of the things that we are thankful for, including new tech tools, old tech tools, and some people, places and things that keep us inspired. This is another e...
2022-11-2133 minEdtech Throwdown#TeachBetter22 Recap with Phil Strunk & others!In this episode Phil Strunk and Eric Guise breakdown the Teach Better 2022 Conference in Akron, Ohio. This episode features recordings from the conference as well as my interview with Phil that reflected on our experiences at the conference. Featuring:@mr.pstrunk@mrshowell23@mrsjankford@mrs_ruckman@phausedu@guisegotteched
2022-10-2132 minEdtech ThrowdownBicoastal Edtech Deep Dive with the Check This Out PodcastGotTechED the Podcast Crossover Episode with the Check this Out podcast.EPISODE 119Welcome to a Bicoastal episode with our guest from the podcast GotTechED, Nick Johnson and Eric Guise !!!!Deep Dive:What is one thing you are going to do/strive for this year… something we can hold each other accountable for. Guise and Nick: Students as content creators:World Ready 1: Hvspn.com - getting students to be more independent with editing and posting, practical examsWorld Ready 2: Independent Publishing ProjectsUnboxing VideoPublish a class cookbookBrand a club...
2022-08-2958 minEdtech ThrowdownTop 5 EdTech Tips for the New School YearGotTechED the Podcast Episode #118: Top 5 EdTech Tips for the New School YearWelcome back to GotTechED the podcast this is Episode 118 called “Top 5 Tips for the New School Year” In this episode, we’ll each give our top 5 pieces of advice for new teachers and then again for returning teachers. We’ll also call out our favorite edtech tools for classroom implementation. This is another episode you don’t want to miss, check it out.Segment 1: UpdatesMoteconGamification pdChoiceboard pdDesign THinking question from twitter
2022-08-151h 01Edtech ThrowdownSkills and Edtech for Teachers Who Use Technology and the Coaches Who Support ThemGotTechED the Podcast Episode #115: Skills and Edtech for Teachers who Use Tech and the Coaches who Support them Welcome back to GotTechED the podcast this is Episode 115 called “Skills and EdTech for Teachers who use Technology and the Tech Coaches Who Support Them” In this episode, we’ll share 10 skills for teachers who use tech and the coaches that support them. We’ll also share some great edtech to aid in both of these roles. This is another episode you don’t want to miss, check it out.Segment 1: UpdatesTeachbetter podcasters netwo...
2022-07-0452 minEdtech ThrowdownBooks, Podcasts and Tools to Relax with This SummerGotTechED the Podcast Episode #113: Books, Podcasts and Tools to Relax with This SummerWelcome back to GotTechED the podcast this is Episode 113 called “13 Books, Podcasts, and Tools to Relax with This Summer” In this episode, we’re sharing the books and podcasts that we’ll be reading and listening to over summer vacation. We’ll also take a look at some fun edtech to go along with these relaxing selections. This is another episode you don’t want to miss, check it out.Segment 1: Summer Plans and Thank YousSummer PlansNickGuiseThank YousBryon Carpenter Fresh A...
2022-06-0646 minEdtech Throwdown10 Edtech Tools and Resources to Explore Over the SummerGotTechED the Podcast Episode #112: 10 Edtech Tools/Resources to Explore Over the SummerWelcome back to GotTechED the podcast this is Episode 112 called “10 Edtech Tools/Resources to Explore Over the Summer” In this episode, we’ve collected a list of edtech tools and resources that we plan on checking out over the summer. We’ll describe each tool or resource and talk about some of the ways we can see them being used in the classroom. Check it out.Segment 1: Updates and IntroA new era is upon us… Guise as a U7 baseball co...
2022-05-2358 minEdtech Throwdown18 EdTech Tools to Support Student WritingGotTechED the Podcast Episode #110: 18 EdTech Tools to Support Student WritingWelcome back to GotTechED the podcast this is Episode 110 called “18 EdTech Tools to Support Student Writing” In this episode, we’ll share a massive list of 18 edtech tools that can help students and teachers write. We’ve got websites, extensions, and podcasts featured in this episode, making it another one you don’t want to miss. Check it out.Segment 1: Updates and IntroWhat could be more important than writing? Emails, resumes, recommendation letters, college applications, blogging, social media posts, planning a podcast, maki...
2022-04-2554 minEdtech ThrowdownProductivity EdTech Throwdown and the Educator MetaverseGotTechED the Podcast Episode #109: Productivity EdTech Throwdown and the Educator MetaverseWelcome back to GotTechED the podcast this is Episode 109 called “Productivity EdTech Throwdown and the Educator Metaverse” In this episode, we’ll go head to head in a brand new edtech throwdown, each sharing 3 productivity tools we’ve been using, then deciding who has the best selections. We’ll also jump head first into the educator metaverse as we discuss ed3educators.com. This is another episode you don’t want to miss. Check it out.Segment 1: UpdatesWeb3https://www.ed3edu...
2022-04-1142 minEdtech Throwdown17 #Edtech Tools to Try in 2022GotTechED the PodcastEpisode #102: 17 EdTech Tools for 2022Welcome back to GotTechED the podcast this is Episode #102 called “17 EdTech Tools for 2022” In this episode, Guise and I will discuss some of the edtech resources that we think will be most valuable this coming year. We’ll also share some of our own, edtech new years resolutions. This is another episode you don’t want to miss. Check it out.Segment 1: New Year's ResolutionsNicks: Is my tech-centric classroom too supportive? Find ways to make students struggle a bitGuises: find new exciting r...
2022-01-0359 minEdtech Throwdown20 EdTech Tools to Start the 2021-22 School YearGotTechED the PodcastEpisode #92: 20 EdTech Tools to Start the 2021-22 School Year with www.myedtechbundle.comWelcome back to GotTechED the podcast this is Episode #92 called “20 EdTech Tools 21-22 School Year”. In this episode we’ll share 20 of our favorite edtech tools on the market today and talk about how we plan on using them. We’ll also share a great new way for you to try out the premium or pro versions of these tools at heavily discounted prices. This is another episode you don’t want to miss. Check it out.Segment 1: Sum...
2021-08-161h 02Edtech Throwdown10 Ways the Pandemic Made Us Better TeachersGotTechED the PodcastEpisode #88: 10 Ways the Pandemic Made Us Better TeachersIf you are a new listener to GotTechED the Podcast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today!Nick: Welcome back to GotTechED the podcast this is Episode #88 called “10 Ways the Pandemic Made Us Better Teachers”. In this episode we’ll take a detailed look at 10 pandemic teaching strategies that we will continue to use in a post-pandemic classroom. This is another episode you don’t want to miss. Chec...
2021-06-2144 minEdtech ThrowdownSTEM and Conservation Efforts with Helen CorveleynGotTechED the PodcastEpisode #87: STEM and Conservation Efforts with Helen CorveleynIf you are a new listener to GotTechED the Podcast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today!Welcome back to GotTechED the podcast this is Episode #87 called “STEM and Conservation Efforts with Helen Corveleyn”. In this episode we’ll sit down with STEM and edtech expert Helen Corveleyn. In this episode we talk about all things STEM including the STEM misconceptions, best STEM practice, favorite STEM projects, and tons...
2021-06-0752 minEdtech ThrowdownEdTech Professional Development & Resources for Summer 2021GotTechED the PodcastEpisode #86: EdTech Resources for Summer 2021If you are a new listener to GotTechED the Podcast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today!Welcome back to GotTechED the podcast this is Episode #86 called “EdTech PD and Resources for Summer 2021”. Each year we publish an episode where we share how we plan to grow professionally over the summer and this is that episode. We’ll talk about summer PD we plan on attending, books we plan on reading...
2021-05-2433 minEdtech Throwdown13 Creative EdTech Tools/Tricks to Make Classroom Activities Come AliveGotTechED the PodcastEpisode #83: 13 Creative EdTech Tools/Tricks to Make Classroom Activities Come AliveIf you are a new listener to GotTechED the Podcast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today!Welcome back to GotTechED the podcast this is Episode #83 called “13 Creative EdTech Tools/Tricks to Make Classroom Activities Come Alive." In this episode we’ll share X ideas for making your classroom activities come alive with creativity and increased student engagement. We’ll also share some information about the...
2021-04-1143 minEdtech ThrowdownEdTech Show and TellGotTechED the PodcastEpisode #78: EdTech Show and TellIf you are a new listener to GotTechED the Podcast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today!Welcome back to GotTechED the podcast this is episode 78 called “EdTech Show and Tell”. In this episode we’ll share some of our favorite edtech tools, tips, tricks, and shortcuts that we use in our teaching practice. This is another episode you don’t want to miss. Check it out.Segment 1: IntroFr...
2021-02-1539 minEdtech Throwdown12 EdTech Phone Apps and Web-Based ToolsGotTechED the PodcastEpisode #76: 12 EdTech Phone Apps and Web-Based ToolsWelcome back to GotTechED the podcast this is episode 76 called “12 EdTech Phone Apps and Web-Based Tools”. In this episode, we will go over 12 edtech tools that are new to us and, for the most part, are new to everyone else too. We’ve broken down these recently launched tools into some categories like team collaboration, creativity, productivity and distance gaming. This is another episode you don’t want to miss. Check it out.Segment 1: Welcome to the New Year Nick Segment 2: Web-based Edt...
2021-01-1840 minEdtech ThrowdownThe Edtech Roundtable Crossover Episode w/ TNT Edtech's Scott NunesSegment 1: Podcasting and Who We AreScott Nunes- TNT Edtech PodcastEric Guise and Nick Johnson- GotTechED the PodcastSegment 2: The EdTech Debate Mash-up StylePresidential Tool (one with a larger role in your mashup)VP- (supporting role in the mashup)Scott: Wakelet & Flipgrid Nick: bitly and google docs for digitally handoutsGuise: Wevideo and Google Sites (60 Second Film Festival) Stephanie Howell @mrshowell24Segment 3: All-In-One EdTech Throw-DownNick: Google SlidesScott: NearpodGuise: Google KeepSegment 4: Graphic Design and BrandingNick: Choose your colors first. Incorporate them in everything you...
2020-11-1648 minEdtech ThrowdownMaking Students Content Creators During a PandemicGotTechED the PodcastEpisode #71: Making Students Content Creators During a PandemicIf you are a new listener to GotTechED the Podcast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today!Welcome back to GotTechED the podcast this is episode 71 called “Making Students Content Creators During a Pandemic”. In this episode, we’ll review some of the ways that students can be content creators in your classroom. Following that we’ll dive into some exciting tech tools that help to make this possib...
2020-11-0233 minEdtech ThrowdownHybrid Learning Challenges and How to Overcome ThemGotTechED the PodcastEpisode #67: Hybrid Learning Challenges and How to Overcome ThemIf you are a new listener to GotTechED the Podcast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today!Welcome back to GotTechED the podcast this is episode 67 called “Hybrid Learning Challenges and How to Overcome Them”. In this episode, we’ll take a deep dive into the challenges of hybrid learning and teaching that we are experiencing during our first week back to school. We will provide some sugg...
2020-09-0733 minEdtech ThrowdownClever Ways to Engage Students Using Meet or Zoom During Remote or Hybrid LearningEpisode #66: Clever Ways to Engage Students Using Google Meet or Zoom During Remote or Hybrid LearningIf you are a new listener to GotTechED the Podcast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today!Welcome back to GotTechED the podcast this is episode 66 called “Clever Ways to Engage Students Using Meet or Zoom during Remote or Hybrid Learning”. In this episode, we’ll take a deep dive into the world of virtual classrooms as we analyze the awesome features that they have ava...
2020-08-2430 minEdtech Throwdown(16) #EdTech Tools for the New School Year (Remote or in Person)GotTechED the PodcastEpisode #65 16 EdTech Tools for the New School YearIf you are a new listener to GotTechED the Podcast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today!Welcome back to GotTechED the podcast this is episode 65 called 16 EdTech Tools for the New School Year. We always start the new school year with an episode devoted to the coolest new edtech we learned about over the summer and this is that episode. So why not start off your new...
2020-08-1051 minEdtech ThrowdownMindset Mondays with Anthony TyrkalaGotTechED the PodcastEpisode #64 Mindset Mondays with Anthony TyrkalaIf you are a new listener to GotTechED the Podcast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today!Welcome back GotTechED the Podcast this is episode 64 called Mindset Mondays with Anthony Tyrkala. In this episode we’ll be talking with Mr. Anthony Tyrkala about the power of a positive mindset and the role of edtech in supporting it. This episode is packed with inspiration and ideas ... Check it out.Segm...
2020-07-2733 minEdtech Throwdown(18) Chrome Extensions that Teachers Should Recommend to Their StudentsGotTechED the PodcastEpisode #63 (18) Chrome Extensions that Teachers Should Recommend to Their StudentsIf you are a new listener to GotTechED the Podcast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today!Welcome back GotTechED the Podcast this is episode 63 called 18 Google Chrome Extensions for Students. In this episode we’ll be wrapping up our GSuite series and talking about all the Google Chrome Extensions your students need to be using today. These extensions have been broken into several categories inclu...
2020-07-1442 min
Edtech Throwdown19 Chrome Extensions for TeachersGotTechED the PodcastEpisode #62 Chrome Extensions for TeachersIf you are a new listener to GotTechED the Podcast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today!Welcome back GotTechED the Podcast this is episode 62 called 19 Google Chrome Extensions for Teachers. In this episode we’ll be continuing our GSuite series and talking about all the Google Chrome you need to be using today. These extensions have been broken into several categories including: productivity, video and screencasting, Picture and Annotation, audio...
2020-06-2938 minEdtech ThrowdownA Reflective Episode on Current EventsWelcome back to GotTechED the Podcast. We’re going to take a break from our regular podcast schedule to address the issues regarding race and police violence in the United States. Over the last couple weeks Guise and I have taken a pause from creating content to do some reflecting on recent events. We are sickened by the path that America has taken and the devastating loss of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, and many many others that, tragically, are too numerous to name. This podcast supports all people in their fight for systemic change towards equality, justice and a...
2020-06-1513 minEdtech Throwdown20 G-Suite Apps and Add-Ons to Increase Student EngagementGotTechED the PodcastEpisode #(61) 20 GSuite Apps and Add-OnsIn this episode of GotTechED the Podcast we discuss:40 G-Suite Activities to Try in Your ClassroomIf you are a new listener to GotTechED the Podcast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today!Welcome back to gotteched the podcast. Episodses 58 - 63 are part of a 5-episode series devoted to G-Suite Activities, Addons, Teacher Extensions, and Student Extensions. In this episode we’ll share 20 of our favorite GSuite apps...
2020-06-0135 minEdtech ThrowdownEdTech Buffet with Stephanie HowellGotTechED the PodcastEpisode #60 EdTech Buffet with Stephanie HowellIf you are a new listener to GotTechED the Podcast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today!In this episode we’ll be interrupting our GSuite series for a special sit down with EdTech Guru Stephanie Howell. We talk to Stephanie about her digital edtech smackdowns, the google innovator program, and organization edtech hacks.Segment 1: Share, Review, Spread the WordDo us 3 favors:Subscribe to Go...
2020-05-1744 minEdtech Throwdown40 G-Suite Activities to Enhance Student Learning in the Classroom (PART 2)GotTechED the PodcastEpisode #(58) Title 40 G-Suite Activities to Try in Your Classroom Part 2In this episode of GotTechED the Podcast we discuss:40 G-Suite Activities to Try in Your ClassroomIf you are a new listener to GotTechED the Podcast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today!Welcome back to gotteched the podcast. Episodses 58 - 62 are part of a 5-episode series devoted to G-Suite Activities, Addons, Teacher Extensions, and Student Extensions. In episode 58 and 59 we’ll go co...
2020-05-0423 minEdtech Throwdown40 G-Suite Activities to Try in Your Classroom Part 1In this episode of GotTechED the Podcast we discuss:40 G-Suite Activities to Try in Your ClassroomIf you are a new listener to GotTechED the Podcast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today!Welcome back to gotteched the podcast. Episodses 58 - 62 are part of a 5-episode series devoted to G-Suite Activities, Addons, Teacher Extensions, and Student Extensions. In episode 58 and 59 we’ll go cover 40 GSuite app activities that you can implement in your classroom tomorrow. In episode 60 we’ll introdu...
2020-04-1931 minEdtech ThrowdownGreen-Screening with Jennifer LebanGotTechED the PodcastEpisode 57 Title: Greenscreening with Jen LebanSegment 1: Intro to EduMentor SegmentEduMentor Intro: We’d like to welcome everyone to this EduMentor episode of GotTeched the podcast. Each edumentor episode will feature an expert educator guest who can mentor us and our listeners. The featured EduMentor is an expert in their field who is using that knowledge to innovate and do great things. We hope that their ideas inspire your own as you listen. Also please check out the upcoming #EduMentor Twitter chat every wednesday night at 8:30 PM EST. F...
2020-04-0736 minEdtech ThrowdownTeacher Resources For Distance Learning PracticesTeacher Resources For Distance Learning PracticesIn this episode of GotTechED the Podcast we discuss:Resources that are available to help teachers for distance learningEdtech companies that are upgrading teacher accounts for free during the pandemic If you are a new listener to GotTechED the Podcast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today!Segment 1: Distance Learning ResourcesAcademy of Active Learning Arts and Sciences and Flipped Learning Global Initiate have created a roadmap for transitioning to on...
2020-03-2314 minEdtech Throwdown18 #Edtech Activities to Try During the Coronavirus Pandemic18 #Edtech Activities to Try During the Coronavirus PandemicIn this episode of GotTechED the Podcast we discuss:18 edtech activities that students can do at homeIf you are a new listener to GotTechED the Podcast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today!Segment 1: 18 Edtech Activities to try during the Coronavirus PandemicGo to this Resource Website for all of the following resources talked about in today’s show! https://sites.google.com/hvrsd.org/distance-learning/cur...
2020-03-2332 minEdtech ThrowdownQuestions that Need Answered in EducationIn this episode of GotTechED the Podcast we:Reflect on 2019Address Educational Questions from our peers and listenersDiscuss Books, PD opportunities, and Podcasts we will be doing over breakIf you are a new listener to GotTechED the Podcast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today!Segment 1: Reflections from the yearSegment 2: Questions from our peersQuestion #3 Resource:Apply for Canva's Education program Segment 3: What are we doing over breakGu...
2019-12-3047 minEdtech Throwdown20 ways to use Google Sites in the 1:1 ClassroomEpisode #42 Title 20 ways to use Google Sites in the 1:1 Classroom
In this episode of GotTechED the Podcast we discuss:
Google Sites for teacher use
Google Sites for the Student-Centered Classroom
If you are a new listener to GotTechED the Podcast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today!
Segment 1: How to get organized as a teacher?
Segment 2: 10 Ways for Teachers to Use Google Sites
Segment 3: 10 Google Sites Projects for the Stud...
2019-09-2347 minEdtech Throwdown30 EdTech Resources for the New School YearGotTechED the Podcast
Episode #41 – 30 EdTech Resources for the New School Year
Welcome back to GotTechED the podcast … this is episode 41 called “30 EdTech Resources for the New School Year”. In this episode, Nick and I have curated 30 of our favorite resources to jump start the new school year. We’ve each selected our favorite teacher blogs, Edtech Tools, and educational podcasts. This is our GotTechED Awards Episode…get excited this is one show you don’t want to miss!
In this episode of GotTechED the Podcast we discuss:
Our favorite blogs for this school year
EdTe...
2019-09-1051 minEdtech ThrowdownBonus Episode featuring Music EdTech Tool WURRLYeduIn this BONUS episode, Nick and Guise interview a few members of the WURRLYedu team.
WURRLYedu is a music education platform that offers culturally relevant content and interactive digital tools to make music education fun, effective and affordable.
For teachers, WURRLYedu offers a web portal with a personalized curriculum builder that is supported by thousands of lesson plans, an extensive music catalog, and a library of video tips from Grammy Award-Winning Artists. Our Teacher Content Platform includes the most extensive catalog in K-12, including thousands of songs from pop to classical.
Through the WUR...
2019-07-2921 minEdtech Throwdown11 #EdTech Updates from ISTE that All Teachers Should Know AboutIn this episode, Nick and Guise talk about their favorite take-a-ways from the ISTE Conference in Philadelphia. They review the latest improvements to their favorite edtech tools as well as introduce a few new tools.
GotTechED Episode 36:
Flipgrid Updates
Shorts
Wakelet Integration
Pals
Immersive Reader
Smaller changes:
Rearrange videos
Mass action download
Google Updates
2. Google Forms
Now has the ability to copy questions from quiz to quiz
Applications
Google Expedition feature
Summer 2019 available on Chromebooks
Chromebook App Hub
Where in the worl...
2019-07-0133 minEdtech Throwdown50 Chrome Extensions for the Student-Centered ClassroomIn this episode Nick and I talk about 50 Chrome Extensions for the Student-Centered Classroom that spans over six categories including Creativity, Curation, Feedback, Personalization, Presentation, and Productivity.
1
Canva
Use graphic templates to create a professional product in a short amount of time
Creativity
2
Colorzilla
Advanced Eyedropper, Color Picker, Gradient Generator and other colorful goodies
Creativity
3
Pablo
Add text to pictures or find a picture to match your favorite quote in a matter of seconds
Creativity
2019-06-1852 minEdtech Throwdown4 Inexpensive Ways to Grow as a Teacher over the SummerThis is episode 34 called “4 Inexpensive Ways to Grow as a Teacher over the Summer”. In this episode Guise and I talk about PD that teachers can attend from home, local conferences and edcamps that you can check out in person, online certifications to pursue at your leisure, and our top 4 reading list.”
Segment 1: Free Professional Development From Home
Strobel Summit #StrobelSummit 7/7-7/26
Teach w/ Tech Conference #TWTCON2019 7/22-7/24
Cue Ditch Summit #DitchSummit 7/29-8/4
Hive Summit #HiveSummit 8/1-8/4
Segment 2: Conference/EdCamps News
#ISTE2019
Nick and Guise presents Using #EdTech to Transform...
2019-06-0432 minEdtech ThrowdownHow to Implement Passion Projects into your ClassroomIn this episode, Guise and I welcome Andrew Paull onto the show as we dive deep into Passion Projects and their implementation in your classroom. We’ll also review our Top 7 reasons for incorporating passion projects and close the show by putting Andy on the GotTechED Hot Seat. Check it out!
Segment 1: Andrew Paull and Passion Project
Segment 2: Top 7 Reasons to Incorporate Passion Projects
Segment 3: Andrew Paull on the GotTechED Hotseat
Got to Extension(s)
Favorite edtech resources
Favorite edtech apps
Favorite podcast
PowerPoint or Slides
Favorite...
2019-05-2034 minEdtech Throwdown24 Tech Tools for Student-Centered LearningIn this episode, Guise and Nick dive deep into the foundational building blocks of student-centered classrooms and the changing roles of teacher and student. We also take a look at 24 new tech tools that help make your personalized learning environment a reality. Stay tuned because this is one episode you don’t want to miss …
Segment 1: Defining Student-Centered Learning
Define
Roles
Pros/Cons
What does the student-centered classroom look like?
Segment 2: Student-Centered Best Practices
Project-Based Learning
Problem-Based Learning
Case-Based Learning
Claims Evidence Reasoning
Personalized Learning
Flipped Classroom
Blended Learning Differentiation
Common character...
2019-04-2241 minEdtech ThrowdownProject-Based Learning and Choice Boards with Jennifer SkomialIn this episode, Guise and I welcome the 2019 New Jersey State Teacher of the Year, Jen Skomial. Jen talks about her recent win as state teacher of the year and shares her expert advice on student-centered learning. Next, we make Jen compete against Guise in another game of two truths and lie. Finally, Guise and I discuss innovative choice boards as a highly effective way to differentiate a classroom.
Segment 1: Project-Based Learning and Choice Boards with Jennifer Skomial
Jennifer on Social Media:
Twitter: @NJSTOY2019
Facebook: @NJSTOY2019
#inspireNJteachers
Segment 2: Two...
2019-04-0846 minEdtech ThrowdownEdTech Fantasy Draft: 41 EdTech Tools for the Student-Centered ClassroomIn Episode 29 of GotTechED the Podcast, Nick and Guise invite EdTech Guru Jeff Losch onto the show to participate in the first-ever EdTech Fantasy Draft. Each person drafts 7 EdTech Tools that will be useful in their student-centered classroom!
To get the complete breakdown and descriptions of all 41 EdTech Tools Click Here!
In fantasy sports drafts, participants draft players to fill positions on a team. For example, in a baseball fantasy draft, the managers (participants) draft Major League baseball players from any team to play each of the positions on a baseball field. The statistics of eac...
2019-03-2554 minEdtech ThrowdownUsing Edjinotes for Student Collaboration and Feedback w/ Dan GallagherIn this episode, Guise and Nick welcome Dan Gallagher in to talk about Feedback and Collaboration with Edjinotes. Next, Guise and Nick put Dan on the GotTechED Hotseat to learn about his favorite EdTech resources. Finally, Nick and Guise share #edtech tools that they use to provide near-instant feedback to their students.
GotTechED Episode 28: Using Edjinotes for Student Collaboration and Feedback w/ Dan Gallagher
Segment 1: Would the real Dan Gallagher Please Stand Up?
Dan social media Twitter: @Gallagher_Tech
Blog: gallaghertech.edublogs.org
Instagram: @goofballs_by_dan
Goofballs Here: https://www.etsy.c...
2019-03-1047 minEdtech ThrowdownMicrosoft Teams vs Google Classroom: You DecideIn this episode, we compare Microsoft Teams vs. Google Classroom, share some edtech mash-ups: different ways that apps, extensions, and websites can be combined in interesting ways for your classroom, and we put Nick on the GotTechED HotSeat.
GotTechED Episode 27: Microsoft Teams vs Google Classroom: You Decide
Segment 1: Microsoft Teams vs. Google Classroom – What’s Best for your School?
Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Teams
OneNote Class Notebooks
Microsoft Stream
Flipgrid
Google Classroom
Google Classroom
Segment 2: Apps and Extensions EdTech Mash-Up
Student Podcasts-
Vocaroo
TwistedWave
WeVideo
YouTube
Equati...
2019-02-2544 minEdtech ThrowdownProject-Based Learning from Idea to Implementation with Guest Richard SmithIn this episode, Guise and Nick welcome technology guru Richard Smith onto the podcast to talk about Project-Based Learning. Richard shares his secrets for implementing Project-Based Learning projects into his daily classroom. Next, Richard participates in the first GotTechED Hoteseat, where he is asked to reveal his favorite #edtech resources. Finally, Nick and Guise share a hidden gem function of Google Docs and Google Slides.
GotTechED Episode 26: Project-Based Learning from Idea to Implementation with Guest Richard Smith
Problem-Based Learning Strategies with Richard Smith
Lake Catholic High School Webpage
Richard Twitter Handle @smith_edtech
GotT...
2019-02-1245 minEdtech ThrowdownEffective, Yet Simple Methods of Introducing Real-Life Problems into Your ClassroomIn this episode, Guise and Nick welcome Karen Lucci and David Sherwin to talk about effective methods for implementing real-life problems (Student-Centered Learning) into the classroom. Karen shares her experiences with case-studies and the HHMI platform. David shares his recent experiences implementing student podcasting into his lessons. Finally, Nick and Guise share 10 uses of Google Drawings that you can implement in your classrooms.
GotTechED Episode 25: Effective, Yet Simple Methods of Introducing Real-Life Problems into Your Classroom
Introducing Real-Life Problems (Student-Centered Learning) into the Classroom
Karen Lucci
AP Biology Teacher
HHMI Presenter
@BI...
2019-01-2845 minEdtech ThrowdownIs a Genius Hour a Genius IdeaEpisode 24: Is a Genius Hour a Genius Idea
In this episode, we reflect on the #njecc2019 conference. We talk about Genius Hour and how teachers can implement a Genius Hour into their curriculum.
Presenting at NJECC
#NJECC2019
Genius Hour
Social Media:
Guise on Twitter @guisegotteched
Nick on Twitter @nickgotteched
GotTechED the Podcast on Twitter @wegotteched
Music Credits:
The Degs: Shotgun http://freemusicarchive.org/music/The_Degs/
@bensounds https://www.bensound.com/
Other Relatable GotTechED Episodes:
Making the Switch from Traditional to Student-Centered Teaching
Stud...
2019-01-1525 minEdtech ThrowdownEdTech BonanazaGotTechED Episode 23: EdTech Bonanza
In this episode, Guise and Nick share their #edtech holiday wishlist and discuss each other’s New Years Resolutions. They also take at the top 3 edtech they’re most excited about using in 2019. Finally, Guise and Nick announce their acceptance as presenters at this year’s ISTE Conference in Philadelphia.
EdTech Holiday Wishlist
Zoom6 Recorder
Audio-Technica 2005
EdTech New Year Resolutions
Top 3 EdTech Tools for 2019
Extensions:
Insert Learning (@InsertLearning on twitter)
OneTab
Sway (@sway on twitter)
ISTE Announcement!
Social Media:
Guis...
2019-01-0132 minEdtech ThrowdownThe Art of Questioning, Preservice Teachers, & Leadership CharacteristicsEpisode 22: The Art of Questioning, Preservice Teachers, & Leadership Characteristics
Welcome to GotTechED the Podcast! In this episode, Guise and Nick discuss the art of teacher questioning after a teacher inquiry. They share their experiences after some recent college visits with Rutgers and Rider University students. They also take a look at the Teacher of the Year programs and discuss their importance. Finally, Guise and Nick argue over their favorite edtech for formative assessment.
Teacher Questioning: Challenges and Advice
Going Back to College
Teacher of the Year Programs
Tech Battle Ro...
2018-12-1744 minEdtech ThrowdownFlipped Classroom and Universal Design for LearningGotTechED Episode 21: Interview with Kyle Niemis: Co-creator of ClassroomQ
Welcome to GotTechED the Podcast! In this episode, Guise and Nick interview Kyle Niemis, co-creator of ClassroomQ, an exciting new way to manage students questions during class. After a teacher inquiry, they discuss an educational model known as Universal Design for Learning (UDL). They also try out a new challenge called “EdTech Hotseat”, where Nick and Kyle give their opinions on various topics while Guise selects a winner. Finally, Nick and Kyle argue over the best edtech for digital assessments.
Interview with Kyle Niemis: Co-creator of Classr...
2018-12-0332 minEdtech ThrowdownQuarter 1 Grading Tips, Pop Culture Lessons, and Being Thankful!GotTechED Episode 20: Quarter 1 Grading Tips, Pop Culture Lessons, and Being Thankful!
Welcome to GotTechED the Podcast! In this episode, Guise and Nick share the most effective edtech for faster grading. After a teacher inquiry, they discuss some ways that pop culture can be used to enhance learning. In the spirit of the holidays, they also share some of the things they’re most thankful about in education today. Finally, Guise and Nick argue over their favorite newly discovered tech.
Top Tips for Faster Grading
CheckMark Extension
Talk and Comment Extension
Google Keep Extension
E...
2018-11-1739 minEdtech ThrowdownProfessional Learning Community's (PLC’s) vs. Professional Learning Networks (PLN’s), & Teacher Conventions vs. EdcampsGotTechED Episode 19: Professional Learning Community’s (PLC’s) vs. Professional Learning Networks (PLN’s), & Teacher Conventions vs. Edcamps
Welcome to GotTechED the Podcast! In this episode, Guise and Nick compare Professional Learning Communities to Professional Learning Networks. Next, they discuss some of the differences between traditional teacher conventions and edcamps. Nick shares some surprising educational statistics while Guise gives his opinions on each one. Finally, Guise and Nick argue over their favorite Chrome Extensions.
PLC’s vs. PLN’s
Professional Learning Communities
Professional Learning Networks
Teacher Conventions vs. Edcamps
Sobering Educational...
2018-11-0544 minEdtech ThrowdownSTEM Misconceptions, 21st Century Mindset, and Teachers as LeadersGotTechED Episode 18: STEM Misconceptions, 21st Century Mindset, and Teachers as Leaders
Welcome to GotTechED the Podcast! In this episode, Guise and Nick evaluate the most common ways that teachers misunderstand STEM education. After a teachers inquiry, they discuss 21st century teaching via “The 4 C’s”. They also take a look at the important role of teacher leaders and how to foster a climate in your school. Finally, Guise and Nick argue over their favorite tech for saving money!
STEM Misconceptions
Teacher Question: The 4 C’s of 21st Century Teaching
Importance of Teacher Le...
2018-10-2240 minEdtech ThrowdownSecond-Chance Learning, Escape Rooms, and Pecha KuchaGotTechED Episode 17: The Rise of Second Chance Learning
Welcome to GotTechED the Podcast! In this episode, Guise and Nick evaluate the educational trend of assessment retakes through “second-chance learning”. After a teachers inquiry, they discuss how room escapes can be incorporated into the classroom. They also take a look at a unique style of presentations known as “Pechakucha”. Finally, Guise and Nick argue over their favorite organizational tech tools.
Everything You Need to Know about Second-Chance Learning
Teacher Question: Practical Uses for Room Escapes in the Classroom
Pechakucha – The Next Big Trend in Pre...
2018-10-0842 minEdtech ThrowdownTeacher Creativity, EdTech Round-table, and PD Badge SystemGotTechED Episode 16: Teaching Creatively with EdTech
Welcome to GotTechED the Podcast! In this episode, Guise and Nick evaluate the benefits of teaching creatively. After a teachers inquiry, they discuss the role of an educational tech coach from multiple perspectives. They also take a look at badge systems as a motivational tool for teaching teachers. Finally, Guise and Nick argue over their favorite tech tools to maximize creativity.
Transform Your Teaching with Creativity
Teacher Question: Utilizing Your School’s Tech Coach
Teacher Badge Systems
Tech Battle Royale: Creativity Tech
Nick...
2018-09-2438 minEdtech ThrowdownNew Teacher Tips, Homework?, & 21st Century Pen PalsGotTechED Episode 15: New Teacher Tips, Homework?, & 21st Century Pen Pals
Welcome to GotTechED the Podcast! In this episode, Guise and Nick share their thoughts on work-life balance for new teachers. After a teachers inquiry, they discuss the value of homework in modern education. They also take a look at the concept of 21st-century pen-pals in the classroom. Finally, Guise and Nick argue over their favorite newly discovered Chrome Extensions.
Top Tips for New Teachers Beyond the Classroom
Teacher Question: Homework – Do We Need It?
21st Century Pen-Pals
Tech Battle Royal...
2018-09-1033 minEdtech ThrowdownStudent-Centered Learning: Methods of Best PracticeGotTechED Episode #14: Student-Centered Learning: Methods of Best Practice
Welcome to GotTechED the Podcast! In this episode, Guise and Nick discuss student-centered strategies that every teacher should know. After a teachers inquiry, they explain the difference between gamification and game-based learning. They also take a look at social media and some creative ways that it can be used in the classroom. Finally, Guise and Nick argue over the best time-saving Chrome Extensions.
Student-Centered Strategies Every Teacher Must Know
Teacher Question: Differences Between Gamification and Game-Based Learning
Social Media in the Classroom
2018-08-2742 minEdtech ThrowdownMaking the Switch from Traditional to Student-Centered TeachingGotTechED Episode 13: Making the Switch from Traditional to Student-Centered Teaching
Welcome to GotTechED the Podcast! In this episode, Guise and Nick discuss the evolution, meaning, and values of student-centered learning in education. Nick tries to stump Guise in an educational edition of Two Truths and a Lie. They also take a look at the implementation of portfolios in the classroom. Finally, Guise and Nick argue over the best website for data-based lessons.
Why do we Teach?
Two Truths and a Lie: Education Edition
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/08/180803160212.htm
https://www.sciencedaily.c...
2018-08-1438 minEdtech ThrowdownSurvival Tips For the First Year TeacherGotTechED Episode 12: Getting Ready for the 2018-2019 School Year
Welcome to GotTechED the Podcast! In this episode, Guise and Nick give some simple, practical tips for new teachers. After a teacher’s inquiry, they review some of their favorite ways to use Google Slides. They also take a look at better methods for starting the school year in the most engaging ways possible. Finally, Guise and Nick argue over the best edtech “Google Hacks” in another Tech Battle Royale!
Tips For Pre-Service and New Teachers
Teacher Question: Best Activities with Google Slides
Starti...
2018-07-3145 minEdtech ThrowdownUsing Classcraft to Motivate the Unmotivated StudentGotTechED Episode 11: Technology that Motivates the Unmotivated Student
In this episode, Guise and Nick sit down with Josh Holland to talk about gamification technology that can motivate the unmotivated students. They talk about some recent game-changing news in the realm of education. Then Guise and Nick share some free upcoming professional development opportunities that you won’t want to miss out on. Finally, Guise and Nick argue within the edtech category of “Classroom Management” in their Tech Battle Royale!
ClassCraft with Josh Holland
Guest Josh Holland
@hollandHVCHS
ClassCraft @ClassCraftgame
FlipGrid is FREE
Fl...
2018-07-1743 minEdtech ThrowdownSummer Professional DevelopmentGotTechED Episode 10 Resources for the Summer
Welcome to GotTechED the Podcast! In this episode, Guise and Nick talk about upcoming summer professional development opportunities. They talk about edtech resources that they want to check out. They will also give you a list of books, podcasts, and websites that can help you get ideas to try for next school year!
Technology Projects to Explore this Summer
Podcasts to Guise and Nick will Catch Up on Over the Summer
@jeffbradburyTeachercast Podcast https://www.teachercast.net/
Stuff You Should Know Podcast https://www.stuffyoushouldknow.com/pod...
2018-06-3019 minEdtech ThrowdownState Testing and Battling SenioritisGotTechED Episode 9: State Testing and Battling Senioritis
In this episode, Guise and Nick talk about state testing and then share clever ideas to prevent senioritis from taking over your classroom. Finally, Guise and Nick argue within the tech-tool category of “Tech Coach Favorites” in their Tech Battle Royale!
What Needs to be said about State Testing
Clever Ways Teachers can Combat Senioritis
Tech Battle Royale: Topic Category: “Tech Coach Favorites”
Guise Argues: Google Keep https://keep.google.com/
Shout out to @jenfischer18 and @ktsaoys for a wonderful Google Keep PD
Joh...
2018-06-1229 minEdtech ThrowdownGoogle Docs Best PracticesGotTechED Episode #8: Google Docs, AR and VR, Oh My!!!
Welcome to GotTechED the Podcast! In this episode, Guise and Nick talk about their favorite uses of Google Docs, trends in education that might surprise you, and all thing Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR). Finally, Guise and Nick argue within the tech-tool category of “Photo Annotation and Presentation” in their Tech Battle Royale!
Google Docs Methods of Best Practice
Nick’s
Hyperdoc links
Amazing Race game submissions (change edit to copy),
Collaborative Story (wally water molecule)
Guise...
2018-06-0754 minEdtech ThrowdownCompetency-Based Grading and the Technology Integration MatrixGotTechED Episode 7: Competency-Based Grading and the Technology Integration Matrix
In this episode, Guise and Nick talk about competency-based grading and standards-based grading. They talk about the Technology Integration Matrix as a possible replacement for the SAMR Model. After a teacher’s inquiry, they explore the differences between standards-based grading and competency-based learning. Finally, Guise and Nick argue within the category of “Extensions” in their seventh Tech Battle Royale!
Characteristics of a Good Teacher
Teacher Question:
What is the difference between standards-based grading and competency-based learning?
What is the Technology Integration Matrix
2018-05-2242 minEdtech ThrowdownPersonalized Learning Methods of Best PracticeGotTechED Episode 6: Snow (Make-up) Days
Welcome to GotTechED the Podcast! In this episode, Guise and Nick debate whether E-Learning is a viable way for districts to make up snow days. They talk about the different ways that teachers can personalize learning for their students. After a teacher’s inquiry, Guise and Nick talk about the characteristics of quality edtech. Finally, they argue within the category of “Education Resources” in their next Tech Battle Royale! Enhance your personalized learning today!
How E-learning allows districts to be creative with snow days.
David Sherwin’s take on E-learning...
2018-05-0746 minEdtech ThrowdownMisconceptions of the 1:1 ClassroomGotTechED Episode #4: Prepare, Respect, Compete
Welcome to GotTechED the Podcast! In this episode, Guise and Nick talk about the biggest misconceptions regarding the one-to-one classroom. After a teacher’s inquiry, they explore the topic of active learning through the use of hyperdocs. Finally, Guise and Nick argue within the category of “Research” in their fourth Tech Battle Royale! Enhance your one-to-one classroom today!
Show Notes:
The Core Values of Teaching with Tech
Do Core Values Influence the Way You Teach?
Teacher Question: What are Hyperdocs?
Kelly H...
2018-04-1047 minEdtech ThrowdownUsing Google Sites to Create Digital Escape RoomIn today’s episode, Nick and Guise discuss the best ways to achieve maximum creativity and productivity. Learn about fantastic applications of Google Sites that engage students with mixed media integration. After a listener request, they examine ways that technology can enhance discussion-based lessons. Finally, Guise and Nick argue within the category of “Classroom Management” in their third ever Tech Battle Royale.
What’s New in Google Sites
Claim, Evidence, Reasoning prompt guided by Google Sites – Climate Change
Game management with a Google Site
Digital “Escape the Room” – “To Ban or Not to Ban To Kill a Mockingbird”
...
2018-03-2748 minEdtech ThrowdownManaging the 1:1 ClassroomGotTechED Episode 2: Has Anyone Seen My Stapler
Welcome to GotTechED the Podcast! In this episode, Guise and Nick talk about classroom management with edtech tools in the 1:1 classroom. After a teacher’s inquiry, they discuss some guidelines for accountability and classroom management in the ever-popular Kahoot assessment tool. Finally, Guise and Nick argue within the category of “Art and Music” in their second Tech Battle Royale!
1st Segment: The Importance of Teacher Flexibility
Article by Aaron @yolanou
Teachers—How do we be both firm and flexible?
Teacher Question: Managing Usernames in Kahoot
2018-03-1335 minEdtech ThrowdownStarting From the BeginningGotTechED Episode #1: Starting From the Beginning
In this episode, get to know Eric Guise and Nick Johnson as they talk about solutions to overcome edtech barriers when building a flipped classroom! They discuss various screencasting and video editing tools that help flip your classroom. Finally, Guise and Nick argue within the category of “Extensions” in their first-ever Tech Battle Royale!
Introduction to the Podcast
Eric Guise
@guisegotteched
Nick Johnson
@nickgotteched
What is GotTechED the Podcast?
@wegotteched
Teacher Question: Screencasting Tools and the Flipped Classroom
Screencastify https://www.screenca...
2018-03-0332 min