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TCAPSLoop Podcast Closing the Loop! Our Last Potentially Useful Edtech PodcastEpisode 8.01 Closing the Loop Greetings and Welcome to the final Potentially Useful episode of the TCAPSLoop Podcast. Danelle Brostrom and I attempted to not be excessively maudlin and succeeded to some extent as we looked back on 8 years of potentially useful podcasting while "closing the Loop". Moment of Zen: Every new beginning comes from some other beginning's end.” ― Lucius Annaeus Seneca The Rundown: Reflections On A Project Why it Started A fun, Innovative PD vehicle to share best practices with edtech. Initial concept included a full multimedia project inspired by Grantla...

2024-10-2231 min

For the Purpose Of...4.3 Digital Citizenship (is Hard to Say) Join Sarah, Keith and Katherine as they discuss what it looks like to be a digital citizen today and share their favorite digital citizenship resources. They'll also play a game of "What Am I?" 💬 Register for the new season of For the Purpose of Podcast PDx 💬 📫 Submit your questions at bit.ly/ftpomail 📫 Resources and References Digital Citizenship Week - October 14-18 Digital Citizenship Competencies Sarah's Shark Week Resources Michael Phelps vs. Shark 1000 Hours Outside

2024-09-3033 min

For the Purpose Of...4.2 Strategies for a Good Start to the School YearJoin Sarah, Keith and Katherine as they share strategies for starting the year out right. They’ll also share the weirdest things they have in their workspace and respond to a listener’s predictions. 💬 Register for the new season of For the Purpose of Podcast PDx 💬 📫 Submit your questions at bit.ly/ftpomail 📫 Resources and References Funko Pop Lego Succulents Social Contracts Love and Logic AI Literacy AI Expectations Zedonk ...

2024-09-0328 min

For the Purpose Of...4.1 Predictions for the 2024-25 School YearJoin Ron, Sarah, Keith and Katherine as they revisit their predictions for last year, share their predictions for this school year and talk about their favorite canadianisms. 💬 New Season of For the Purpose of Podcast PDx 💬 📫 Submit your questions at bit.ly/ftpomail 📫 Resources and References Loaded All Dressed Chips Milk in a Bag MiLEAP AI Hype Cycle SCRIPT Workshops West Michigan Teacher Collaborative Edutopia Cell Phone Bans Article ...

2024-08-0230 min

For the Purpose Of...3.11 Esports with Du BuiJoin Keith on this special episode as he interviews STEM Consultant Du Bui about Esports in K-12 education. Learn about how Esports supports STEM learning, core classrooms, SEL and career paths. Our Special Guest Du Bui STEM Consultant Kent ISD dubui@kentisd.org Resources Du’s Article Michigan High School Esports Federation (MiHSEF) Network of Academic and Scholastic Esports Federations (NASEF) REMC Esports Amplified Kent County Cup Du’s STEM...

2024-06-1321 min

For the Purpose Of...3.10 Moral Panic and The Anxious GenerationEpisode 3.10 - Moral Panic and The Anxious Generation All responses for Podcast PDx are due by May 31. Ron, Keith and Sarah discuss perspectives surrounding the book The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt. Topics include: Our changing definition of play, cell phone bans, screen time, social media and the impact of technology on mental health. Resources Polymaker Filament Flexible 3D Printing Base The Anxious Generation: How the great rewiring of childhood is causing an epidemic of mental illness by Jonathan Haidt The mental h...

2024-05-1437 min

For the Purpose Of...3.9 Trends and Ideas at MACUL 2024 Episode 3.9 - Trends and Ideas at MACUL 2024 Ron, Keith and Sarah reflect on the trends and ideas coming out of the Michigan Computer Users in Learning (MACUL) conference. They’ll talk about shifting blended learning and the longevity of the AI tools we’re beginning to use. Resources MACUL Conference Cornelius Minor Gartner Hype Cycle SchoolAI Magic School ChatGPT Anthropic Claude Perplexity Neeva Google and Apple Partner to Power Siri Djo - End of B...

2024-03-2630 min

For the Purpose Of...3.8 Supporting Adult LearnersEpisode 3.8 - Supporting Adult Learners Join Sarah, Ron and Keith as they discuss tools that can be used to support adult learners. They also discuss their birth order and the upcoming MACUL Conference. Resources Duolingo Mango Languages Kent District Library Grand Rapids Public Library Kahoot Blooket Quizziz Notability Goblin.tools Linkedin Learning GCF Learning Trello Google Keep Bullet Journal - How to Craft a B...

2024-03-0528 min

For the Purpose Of...3.7 Accessible DesignJoin Sarah, Ron and Keith to discuss the ways learning materials can be designed to be more accessible for learners. Hear about the teachers that had a significant impact in their lives and the first ever Sarah's Rant. Resources Accessible Design Quicksheet comicsanscriminal.com Professional Learning Student-Centered Learning Across Michigan (SLAM) Find all of our events at bit.ly/iamedtech and don't forget to check out remc.org for more professional learning opportunities. Podcast PDx A special t...

2024-02-2026 min

For the Purpose Of...3.6 Artificial Intelligence - Special Episode with The LLCN Brief PodcastEpisode 3.6 - Artificial Intelligence - Special Episode with The LLCN Brief Podcast In this special episode, Sarah, Ron and Keith discuss Artificial Intelligence with Mark Raffler and Sarah Shoemaker from The LLCN Brief Podcast. They share their insights, resources and ideas about AI as it makes its way into our classrooms. Resources EdTech Cheer Craft Teach AI toolkit Artificial Intelligence in Education AI Literacy Lessons for Grades 6-12 Teach AI How Can Educators respond to students presenting AI-generated conte...

2024-01-3048 min

For the Purpose Of...3.5 Computer Science and Computational ThinkingJoin Ron and Keith as they discuss computer science and computational thinking during Computer Science Education Month. Resources Self-Driving Car Traffic Jam Construction Cones Disable Self-Driving Cars CSEdWeek Impacts of Computing Bulletin Article: CSEdWeek in Michigan: Bridging Gaps in Computer Science Education CT4Edu Micro:bit Bee Bot Dash and Dot Sphero EdTech Cheer Hour of Code 99b Grant - Guidance Document IET Grants S...

2023-12-1832 min

For the Purpose Of...3.4 Engage, Enhance and Extend with Liz KolbEpisode 3.4 - Engage, Enhance and Extend with Liz Kolb Join Ron, Sarah and Keith as they talk with author and educator, Liz Kolb about the intentional use of technology in learning. Liz is the author of The Triple E Framework and will discuss how the tool can be used to improve learning outcomes. They’ll also discuss on AI’s impact on education on this GPT anniversary. Our Special Guest Dr. Liz Kolb Clinical Professor, Education Technology Teacher Education Department at University of Michigan @lkolb...

2023-11-1446 min

For the Purpose Of...3.3 Data Privacy Episode 3.3 - Data Privacy Join Ron, Sarah and Keith as they discuss data privacy and how students and teachers can protect their data. They’ll also discuss ways they’re using AI at work. Resources logo.ai DALL-E ChatGPT Canva Magic Design NewProfilePic.com Bard Perplexity Claude Have I Been Pwned? Professional LearningEdTech Cheer Find all of our events at bit.ly/iamedtech and don't forget to chec...

2023-10-2630 min

For the Purpose Of...3.2 The Evolving Role of the Teacher Episode 3.2 - The Evolving Role of the Teacher Join Ron, Sarah and Keith as they discuss how they see the role of the teacher evolving with the introduction and proliferation of new technologies. They’ll share how technology is impacting their role and their Plan B strategies (or lack thereof). Resources and References Snap Circuits Modern Classrooms Project Screencastify Loom Khanmigo Chat GPT Skynet Professional Learning For the Purpose of… Podcast PDx EdTech Cheer Find all of our events at bit.ly/iamedtech and don't forge...

2023-09-2227 min

For the Purpose Of...3.1 The Predictions EpisodeEpisode 3.1 - The Predictions Episode Join Ron, Sarah and Keith as they circle back to predictions they made back in early 2022 and make predictions for the 2023-24 school year. Resources and References Don’t Look Up Outlander Man-sized Bat Drop Bear Akihabara Google Notebook House Bill 99b CT4EDU MDE CT CT in the UP MiLEAP Professional Learning EdTech Cheer 2023 For th...

2023-08-2528 min

For the Purpose Of...2.13 Outside the Classroom with Mark Lyons Episode 2.13 - Outside the Classroom with Mark Lyons Join Sarah and Keith as they reflect with Mark Lyons on the Outside the Classroom Conference at Hartley Education Center in Saginaw. They’ll discuss some of the intentions behind designing professional learning to improve the experience for educators. Our Special Guest Mark Lyons Program Director of Instructional Technology & STEM Integration Saginaw ISD mlyons@sisd.cc Resources Outside the Classroom 2024 is June 1st, 2024 - Register Now Wild Hea...

2023-07-1136 min

For the Purpose Of...2.12 Future-Ready Students with Kelsey KriegerEpisode 2.12 - Future-Ready Students with Kelsey Krieger Join Ron, Sarah and Keith as they discuss how to prepare students for the future they will enter, not the world we’re currently in with Kelsey Krieger, 5th Grade Teacher at Byron Center Public Schools. They’ll also share where you can find them this summer. Our Special Guest Kelsey Krieger 5th Grade Teacher Byron Center Public Schools kelseykrieger@gmail.com Resources Canva Magic Write Pro...

2023-06-2030 min

For the Purpose Of...2.11 Augmentative and Alternative Communication with Suzy RuskuskyJoin Ron, Sarah and Keith as they discuss how augmented and alternative communication bring voice to those who are often unheard with Suzy Ruskusky, Augmentative and Alternative Communication Consultant at Kent ISD. They’ll also share some of their experiences from other jobs they’ve held. Our Special Guest Suzy Ruskusky Augmentative and Alternative Wellness Consultant Kent ISD suzannaruskusky@kentisd.org Referenced Videos Use the iPad for Everything The Power of Augmentative and Alternative Communication To Be...

2023-05-3128 min

For the Purpose Of...2.10 Mental Health and SEL with Chelsea KittridgeEpisode 2.10 - Mental Health and SEL with Chelsea Kittridge Join Ron, Sarah and Keith as they discuss the intersection of mental health, SEL and technology with Chelsea Kittridge, Mental Wellness Consultant at Kent ISD. They’ll also share some thoughts on the aging Chromebooks that made their way into the classroom during the pandemic. Our Special Guest Chelsea Kittridge Mental Wellness Consultant Kent ISD chelseakittridge@kentisd.org Professional Learning Doodle for your Noodle With the dem...

2023-05-0339 min

For the Purpose Of...2.9 Reflections on MACUL 2023Episode 2.9 - Reflections on MACUL 2023 Join Ron, Sarah and Keith as they share some of the big trends and ideas that came out of the 2023 MACUL Conference. Resources MACUL Conference Schedule Canva Canva Create Conference 2023 Adobe Product List ChatGPT 4 Khan Academy with AI DuoLingo with AI Google Bard The New Bing Search #MACUL23 on TwitterKeith’s MACUL Workshop GitHub CoPilot Apple AR/VR Headset Pro...

2023-03-3027 min

For the Purpose Of...2.8 Managing District Technology Implementation with Mike HastingsJoin Ron, Sarah and Keith as they discuss managing district technology implementation with Mike Hastings, an instructional technology specialist at Grand Rapids Public Schools. They’ll also share which insects are most like them. Our Special Guest Mike Hastings Instructional Technology Specialist Grand Rapids Public Schools LinkedIn Professional Learning KETS Network Find all of our events at bit.ly/iamedtech and don't forget to check out remc.org for more professional learning opportunities. ...

2023-03-2227 min

For the Purpose Of...2.7 Technology Equity with Sheree Joseph-BosEpisode 2.7 - Technology Equity with Sheree Joseph-Bos Join Ron, Sarah and Keith as they discuss equity and technology with Sheree Joseph-Bos, the Diversity, Equity and Belonging Consultant at Kent ISD. They’ll ponder the impact of recent layoffs in the tech industry. Our Special Guest Sheree Joseph-Bos Diversity, Equity and Belonging Consultant Kent ISD shereejosephbos@kentisd.org Resources from Sheree K Connect Professional Learning KETS Network Find all of our events at bit.ly/ia...

2023-02-2126 min

For the Purpose Of...2.6 MACUL 2023, OERs and EdTech in Michigan with Gina LovelessEpisode 2.6 - MACUL 2023, Open Educational Resources and Educational Technology in Michigan with Gina Loveless Join Ron, Sarah and Keith as they discuss the MACUL Conference, Open Educational Resources and EdTech in Michigan with Gina Loveless from the Michigan Department of Education. They’ll also take some time to talk about AI’s impact on the classroom. Our Special Guest Gina Loveless Education Technology Consultant Michigan Department of Education MACUL Board President lovelessg@michigan.gov gina.loveless@macul.org @glo AI Resources ChatGPT Boomy ...

2023-01-1839 min

For the Purpose Of...2.5 K-12 Computer Science Education with Cheryl WilsonEpisode 2.5 - K-12 Computer Science Education with Cheryl Wilson Join Ron, Sarah and Keith as they talk about K-12 computer science education in Michigan with Cheryl Wilson from the Michigan Department of Education. They’ll also share their thoughts on the impacts of Twitter’s new reality. Our Special Guest Cheryl Wilson Computer Science Consultant Michigan Department of Education wilsonc41@michigan.gov @cwilsontech Computer Science Resources REMC MITECS and CS Crosswalk Moving Towards a Vision of Equitable Computer Science - Kapor...

2022-12-1931 min

For the Purpose Of...2.4 What is REMC? with Erin HoekemaJoin Ron, Sarah and Keith as they discuss all things REMC and how the organization supports educators locally and around the state with special guest Erin Hoekema from REMC 8. Our Favorite Lifehacks When folding a paper in half, start your crease in the middle. Cut the ends off of an onion and run it under cold water before you finish cutting it to stop yourself from crying. Leaf blowers solve a TON of problems. Never fold a fitted sheet. Put a wooden spoon across a pot of boiling water to prevent spillover. REMC ...

2022-11-2229 min

For the Purpose Of...2.3 The Aftermath of the COVID Tech Surge with Jason O'CallaghanJoin Ron, Sarah and Keith as they discuss the importance of district edtech specialists and the aftermath of the COVID edtech surge with special guest Jason O’Callaghan. They also share the apps they think are missing from K-12 education. Our Special Guest: Jason O’Callaghan K-6 Instructional Technology Specialist 5-Disc CD Changer Enthusiast, Pager Fan jocallaghan@gpsbulldogs.org @J_Ocally EdTech Trends 53+ EdTech Industry Statistics - Exploding Topics The EdTech market is worth $254 billion The EdTech market could reach $605 billion in value by 2027 The...

2022-10-1832 min

For the Purpose Of...2.2 Talking STEM with Du BuiJoin Keith, Ron and Sarah as they discuss STEM learning and their favorite places in Kent County with Kent ISD’s new STEM Consultant, Du Bui. Get connected with Du dubui@kentisd.org @dueybui Favorite Places in Kent County Riverside Park Fallasburg Park Pickerel Lake Park Target Provin Trails Northville Park Wedgewood Park Sparrows Coffee House Rules Studio 28 Studio Park Goldmine Games Wyoming Rogers White Pine Trail Powerwash Simulator Professional Learning Opportunities Find all of our events at bit.ly/iamedtech an...

2022-09-1421 min

For the Purpose Of...2.1 Kicking off the 22-23 School Year!Join Keith, Ron and Sarah as they prepare to jump into the 2022-23 school year. They’ll share their most recent recipes, some tips to kick off the school year and share their thoughts on good back to school PD. Recipes #TikTokTaughtMe Cheesy Beef and Rice Casserole Dill Pickle Relish Mississippi Pork Roast Back to School Trips Sarah - Classroom Cribs Ron - Plan Three Weeks Ahead, ATNAPFTS, Welcome to my Classroom Video Keith - Virtual Classroom Tours, Roll Call Slides, Gold Edu Back to School Make and Take ...

2022-09-0116 min

For the Purpose Of...1.9 ProTECHting Our Students with Craig SteenstraJoin Ron, Sarah and Keith as they discuss safe student internet use with Craig Steenstra. They share their first experiences with educational technology and exciting things around the interwebs. Ron shares his thoughts on student surveillance. Our Guest: Craig Steenstra Instructional Technology Director Co-Host of ProTECHting Your Kids Podcast Series Former Carmen Sandiego Addict csteenst@hpseagles.org @csteenst Safe Student Internet Use Tips for Doomscrolling The Smart Talk Screenagers The Hammer of Thor Around t...

2022-06-1055 min

For the Purpose Of...1.8 Student Privacy and Digital CitizenshipJoin Ron, Sarah and Keith as they discuss student privacy and digital citizenship and Ron shares his thoughts on multi-factor authentication. Student Privacy and Digital Citizenship Common Sense Census Around the Interwebs HaveIBeenPwned.com Story Dice Computer Science Updates Professional Learning Find all of our events at bit.ly/iamedtech and don't forget to check out remc.org for more professional learning opportunities. Computer Science Workshop PL in a Box Virtual Make and Takes Design Thinking PDx This podcast is a service of Kent ISD. It is produced by Ro...

2022-05-1033 min

TCAPSLoop Podcast TCAPSLoop Episode 5.22 - Announcing WIREDTC ’22 EdTech Conference and More Summer PD OpportunitiesEpisode 5.22 Hello and Welcome to another potentially useful episode of the TCAPSLoop Podcast!! Joining the pod today your summer tour guide of this EdTech paradise, Danelle Brostrom! TCAPSLoop Moment of Zen “Strive not to be a success, but rather to be of value." - Albert Einstein The Agenda Not much to add to this weeks agenda but encouraging the Loopheads to go to: Wiredtc.net and sign up for this years amazing EdTech Conference in beautiful Traverse City. If that didn't satiate your need for s...

2022-05-0920 min

For the Purpose Of...1.7 Computer Science Spotlight with Victoria FleenorJoin Ron, Keith, Sarah and the Kent Computer Science Network as we interview Victoria Fleenor, the chair of the Computer Science, Engineering & Mathematics Division at Cornerstone University. If you’d like to see more of these interviews, let us know at bit.ly/iamedtech. 4/20/22 CS Spotlight Agenda Resources Shared Victoria’s Website at Cornerstone Commodore Super PET DojaCode Girls Who Code KCSN’s Computer Science Opportunities List Ottawa Careerline Tech Center Kent Career Technical Center Muskegon Career Tech Center Our th...

2022-04-2748 min

For the Purpose Of...1.6 Big Takeaways from MACUL 2022Join Ron, Sarah and Keith as they discuss their big takeaways from MACUL 2022. Ron shares his thoughts on nudges and choice architecture and they all take a trip down memory lane remembering their first albums. Our First Albums Kraftwerk - Autobahn Green Day - Dookie The Breeders - Last Splash MACUL 2022 Takeaways PLAYDATE VoiceThread Google Alerts Ron Houtman Receives the 2022 MACUL President's Award Sarah Wood Receives the Kalamazoo Air Zoo Science Innovation Hall of Fame Educator Excellence Award Around the Interwebs Google Cloud S...

2022-03-3031 min

For the Purpose Of...1.5 Preparing for Conference SeasonJoin Ron, Sarah and Keith as they discuss things they think are important as we head into a season of conferences that are looking to be face to face. What do you do with your new learning? Where are the best places to seek new information at conferences? How do you consider the purpose of the tools and ideas that are shared at conferences? Around the Interwebs LinkedIn Learning at KDL and GRPL Social Media Inspired Google Slides Templates - Ditch That Textbook The METS Group ...

2022-03-0129 min

For the Purpose Of...1.4 Professional Learning for Limited AttentionJoin Ron, Keith and Sarah as we dive into the challenges facing educators today and some of the ways we’re tackling professional learning to adapt to their needs. Check out the new I Am EdTech Project at bit.ly/iamedtech. Big Topic: Professional Learning for Limited Attention Micro-PD and Texting EdTech Cheer Around the Interwebs MeL.org (Michigan eLibrary) 3 Act Math - Dan Meyer Digital Citizenship Framework from teachdigcit.com EdTech Ev...

2022-02-1440 min

For the Purpose Of...1.3 Computer Science Spotlight with Dr. Aman YadavJoin Ron, Keith, Sarah and the Kent Computer Science Network as we interview Dr. Aman Yadav, the director of the Masters of Arts in Educational Technology (MAET) program from Michigan State University. 1/27/22 CS Spotlight Agenda Resources Shared by Dr. Aman Yadav Dr. Aman Yadav’s Website Fostering Creativity Through Computing by Aman Yadav and Steve Cooper Computational Thinking for Educators (3-5th Grade) - ct4edu.org Integrated Computational Thinking Project (Middle School) - ctintegration.org Professional Development for CS Principles Teaching (Hi...

2022-01-3152 min

For the Purpose Of...1.2 Modern Learning DesignJoin Ron, Keith and Sarah as we dive into tools we use to support modern learning design. Check out the new I Am EdTech Project at bit.ly/iamedtech. Big Topic: Modern Learning Design Triple E Framework Learning First, Technology Second by Liz Kolb cast.org - UDL breakoutedu.com Sarah's Breakout Resources The EdTech Curmudgeon Hello Fellow Kids Around the Interwebs Copy Link to Highlight SEL/MITECS Crosswalk EdTech Cheer CASEL Tricider EdTech Events Kent ISD Professional Learning Make and Take Computer Science Interactive Panels - January 27, Ap...

2022-01-1829 min

For the Purpose Of...1.1 CS EdWeekQuestion of the Day Word Wall Question of the Day TikTok Hubitat The Big Idea Sarah's CS EdWeek Bitmoji Classroom and Scavenger Hunt hourofcode.org csedweek.org Highlights Chromebook Simulator Elementary CS Integration Guide Middle School CS Integration Guide High School CS Integration Guide The Secret Door Geoguessr Professional Learning You can see all of our professional learning opportunities at bit.ly/TL-EdTechnology. Here's some of the things we've called out in this episode: EdTech Cheer - December 1 - 17 Virtual Make and Takes Kent EdTech Specialists (KETS) Kent...

2021-12-0220 min

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2020-09-1400 min

Educational Duct Tape: An EdTech Integration Mindset Part 2 with Manny Curiel: EdPuzzle, Recording Lessons, Screencasts, Screencastify, WeVideo, Flipgrid and more!#EduDuctTape S02-E036B #EduDuctTape -- EduDuctTape.com -- @JakeMillerTech -- JakeMiller.net -- JakeMillerTech@gmail.com Ways to Support the Show or Connect with Jake & other Duct Tapers! Apple Podcast Reviews FlipGrid.com/EduDuctTape #EduDuctTape on social media Telling your friends & colleagues The Duct Tapers Facebook Group - facebook.com/groups/ducttapers Certificates of Listening, Laughing, and Learning! EduDuctTape.com/certificate Listen to the whole show to hear the “super-secret code”! #EduDuctTape Twitter Chats Access the calendar! - bit.ly/EduDuctTapeCalendar Highlights from the last chat - wke.lt/w/s/UgaOK3 “A Beginner’s Guide to Twitter f...

2020-02-1230 min