EdTech Bites Podcast

In this episode of EdTech Bites, I dive into the world of AI with Mason Nichols. This episode was recorded live from Honchos Churros in San Antonio. We explore how technologies like ChatGPT are revolutionizing the classroom, from personalized learning tools to innovative educational uses that are making teachers' lives easier. Alongside some of the best churros in San Antonio, we discuss our favorite AI tools and share insights on how these advancements are shaping the future of education. Tune in to discover how AI is not just a subject of study, but a dynamic teaching assistant in today's digital world. Buen provecho! The Book Is Officially Out! My first book “Cooking Up Experiences In The Classroom: Focus On Experiences, Not Just Lessons” is officially out! A HUGE shout out to Lumio for helping sponsor this book. I’m super excited about this project. It’s filled with ideas on how to make memorable experiences for your students. In addition, each chapter also lays out a specific recipe mentioned in that chapter along with a video tutorial on how to prepare that dish. Make sure you get your copy and cook up some experiences for your students and loved ones! Click Here To Purchase Your Copy On Amazon Connect With Gabriel Carrillo https://edtechbites.comhttps://twitter.com/edtechbiteshttps://instagram.com/edtechbiteshttps://www.threads.net/@edtechbiteshttps://facebook.com/edtechbiteshttps://www.youtube.com/@edtechbites About Mason Nichols Mason is a passionate elementary educator who enjoys using technology tools to empower students. He recently graduated with his Masters Degree in Learning Experience Design and Educational Technology. Additionally, Mason enjoys sharing resources and tech tools on social media along with presenting at ISTE, TCEA, and CUE. Connect With Mason Nichols http://nicholsandime.comhttps://twitter.com/nicholsandimehttps://www.instagram.com/nicholsandime/https://www.tiktok.com/@nicholsandime

In this episode, I share invaluable insights and practical tips for teachers to finish the school year with strength and success. From reflecting on progress to maintaining motivation, engaging students, and managing time effectively, this episode provides a comprehensive guide to wrapping up the year on a high note. Whether you're a seasoned educator or a new teacher, tune in to discover strategies for ending the school year with finesse and celebrating accomplishments with your students. This episode is fueled by a Sam's Club Girl Scout Cookie Thin Mint Brownie. Yes, I said it...a brownie! So get ready to be motivated to power through the final stretch and emerge victorious as you cross the finish line with confidence! Buen provecho! The Book Is Officially Out! My first book “Cooking Up Experiences In The Classroom: Focus On Experiences, Not Just Lessons” is officially out! A HUGE shout out to Lumio for helping sponsor this book. I’m super excited about this project. It’s filled with ideas on how to make memorable experiences for your students. In addition, each chapter also lays out a specific recipe mentioned in that chapter along with a video tutorial on how to prepare that dish. Make sure you get your copy and cook up some experiences for your students and loved ones! Click Here To Purchase Your Copy On Amazon Connect With Gabriel Carrillo https://edtechbites.comhttps://twitter.com/edtechbiteshttps://instagram.com/edtechbiteshttps://www.threads.net/@edtechbiteshttps://facebook.com/edtechbiteshttps://www.youtube.com/@edtechbites

In this episode, I’m joined by Adeel Kahn, CEO and founder of Magic School AI. He gives us his background in education and how he went about making his education dreams come true. But why stop there! He went a step further and in under a year, built Magic School AI. He also tells us about the limited marketing they’ve been doing and how word of mouth has took them to an astronomical number of users worldwide! Peep the great conversation and hear his passion for helping teachers come through the microphone. Buen provecho! Connect With Adeel and Magic School AI https://twitter.com/adeeloramahttps://twitter.com/magicschoolaihttps://www.magicschool.ai/https://www.facebook.com/magicschoolai/ The Book Is Officially Out! My first book “Cooking Up Experiences In The Classroom: Focus On Experiences, Not Just Lessons” is officially out! A HUGE shout out to Lumio for helping sponsor this book. I’m super excited about this project. It’s filled with ideas on how to make memorable experiences for your students. In addition, each chapter also lays out a specific recipe mentioned in that chapter along with a video tutorial on how to prepare that dish. Make sure you get your copy and cook up some experiences for your students and loved ones! Click Here To Purchase Your Copy On Amazon Connect With Gabriel Carrillo https://edtechbites.comhttps://twitter.com/edtechbiteshttps://instagram.com/edtechbiteshttps://www.threads.net/@edtechbiteshttps://facebook.com/edtechbiteshttps://www.youtube.com/@edtechbites

This episode is sponsored by Lightspeed. Lightspeed, the provider of instructional audio solutions that create equal access to learning, is on a mission to help every student hear every word. Please visit www.lightspeed-tek.com to learn more. In this special episode, I’m joined by Marialice Curran and Matt Joseph. Each of them have moved mountains in the world of education but together… they’re something else! We discuss Mundo (listen to hear who Mundo is) and X-Factor EDU. I also learn a bit of information about Marialice and Matt’s friendship that will surprise you. Our conversation is fueled by quesitos con guayaba pastries. This is a special episode that is sure to bring a smile to your face. Buen provecho! About Marialice Internationally recognized as a digital citizenship expert, Dr. Marialice B.F.X. Curran is an educator, consultant, speaker, and community architect who is the global connector behind the Digital Citizenship Institute. Committed to Human-Centered Design, Dr. Curran leads by hand, heart, and mind as she models how to make a positive impact in local, global, and digital communities. She has served as an associate professor, and middle school teacher and principal. As a connected educator, her intergenerational work with school communities creates positive and powerful shifts in how we use technology for good. About Matt Dr. Matthew X. Joseph is the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning in New Bedford MA. He is also the CEO of X-Factor EDU consulting and publishing. Experiences such as Executive Director of Teaching and Learning, Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Director of Digital Learning and Innovation, elementary school principal, classroom teacher, and district professional development specialist have provided Matt with incredible insights on how to best support teaching and learning and led to nationally published articles and opportunities to speak at multiple state and national events. Connect With Marialice https://digcitinstitute.com/https://twitter.com/mbfxchttps://twitter.com/digcitinstitutehttps://twitter.com/learnwithmundohttps://www.instagram.com/digcitinstitute/https://www.instagram.com/learnwithmundo/https://www.facebook.com/digcitinstitute/ Connect With Matt https://twitter.com/MatthewXJosephhttps://www.xfactor.link The Book Is Officially Out! My first book “Cooking Up Experiences In The Classroom: Focus On Experiences, Not Just Lessons” is officially out! A HUGE shout out to Lumio for helping sponsor this book. I’m super excited about this project. It’s filled with ideas on how to make memorable experiences for your students. In addition, each chapter also lays out a specific recipe mentioned in that chapter along with a video tutorial on how to prepare that dish. Make sure you get your copy and cook up some experiences for your students and loved ones! Click Here To Purchase Your Copy On Amazon Connect With Gabriel Carrillo https://edtechbites.comhttps://twitter.com/edtechbiteshttps://instagram.com/edtechbiteshttps://www.threads.net/@edtechbiteshttps://facebook.com/edtechbiteshttps://www.youtube.com/@edtechbites

This episode is sponsored by Lightspeed. Lightspeed, the provider of instructional audio solutions that create equal access to learning, is on a mission to help every student hear every word. Please visit www.lightspeed-tek.com to learn more. In this episode, I chat with Denise Musselwhite, Founder of Tech & Thrive. We met the day before the recording while at FETC 2024 right outside of the Orange County Convention Center. we had a conversation that led to a podcast episode and eventually a partnership. She talks to us about the obstacles she had to go through in the world of tech and how this led her to start Tech & Thrive. She shares great insight on how the world of technology and education have come together for her and how she contributes to this audience through her work. So relax and enjoy this episode with your favorite dessert and get ready to learn. Buen provecho! About Denise Denise Acosta Musselwhite is a former CIO whose mission is to liberate diverse technology professionals from the visible and invisible pressures of technology leadership through transparent and supportive CIO advisory andexecutive leadership development. She is a highly regarded technologyprofessional with an extensive background in senior leadership across diverse sectors, including education, technology, non-profits, and legal, spanning over two decades. She stands out as one of the rare Latina women globally to have held Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Board Chair positions, a distinction shared by only 5% of professionals worldwide. Denise is recognized as a catalyst for transformative change and brings specialized expertise in tech talent management, aiding organizations in retention, growth, and attraction. As the visionary founder of Tech & Thrive, Denise has dedicated her career to empowering and propelling diverse technology professionals within the industry. Her innovative T.H.R.I.V.E. Operating SystemTM forms the foundation of personalized development plans, delivered through tailored consulting, one-on-one, and group coaching programs. Denise's educational qualifications include a B.S. in Information Technology Management and an M.S. in Leadership. She holds professional certifications in executive leadership coaching at the mastery level, self- optimization, board leadership, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Denise's impact extends to creating, instructing, and establishing operational and professional technology management standards. She collaborates closely with organizations, serving as a strategic partner and coach in the development, and facilitation of strategies and processes that elevate both human and operational performance and growth. Connect With Denise https://www.denisemusselwhite.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/musselwhited/techthrive.me/edtechbites The Book Is Officially Out! My first book “Cooking Up Experiences In The Classroom: Focus On Experiences, Not Just Lessons” is officially out! A HUGE shout out to Lumio for helping sponsor this book. I’m super excited about this project. It’s filled with ideas on how to make memorable experiences for your students. In addition, each chapter also lays out a specific recipe mentioned in that chapter along with a video tutorial on how to prepare that dish. Make sure you get your copy and cook up some experiences for your students and loved ones! Click Here To Purchase Your Copy On Amazon Connect With Gabriel Carrillo https://edtechbites.comhttps://twitter.com/edtechbiteshttps://instagram.com/edtechbiteshttps://www.threads.net/@edtechbiteshttps://facebook.com/edtechbiteshttps://www.youtube.com/@edtechbites

This episode is sponsored by Lightspeed. Lightspeed, the provider of instructional audio solutions that create equal access to learning, is on a mission to help every student hear every word. Please visit www.lightspeed-tek.com to learn more. In this episode, I sit down with Carl Hooker to talk about what some others are NOT willing to talk about when it comes to AI; the good, the bad, and the downright horrific!!! This episode was recorded at FETC 2024 in Orlando, Florida. We literally break bread while discussing this hot topic, donuts specifically. This is a great in-person conversation with great energy with an even better friend. Buen provecho! About Carl Hooker Carl Hooker is a 25-year educator from Austin, TX. He's an 8-time author, 5-time podcast host, 2-time bar owner, 3-time father, and 1-time husband. His latest book, Learning Evolution tackles the challenges of AI-enhanced learning and empowers teachers to leverage this new technology in creative ways for learning. He identifies as a pizza-lover, with a regular household debate between Detroit-style and New York-style. Connect With Carl https://CarlHooker.comhttps://hookedoninnovation.comhttps://twitter.com/mrhookerhttps://www.instagram.com/hookertech/https://www.facebook.com/CarlHookerFanPage/ The Book Is Officially Out! My first book “Cooking Up Experiences In The Classroom: Focus On Experiences, Not Just Lessons” is officially out! A HUGE shout out to Lumio for helping sponsor this book. I’m super excited about this project. It’s filled with ideas on how to make memorable experiences for your students. In addition, each chapter also lays out a specific recipe mentioned in that chapter along with a video tutorial on how to prepare that dish. Make sure you get your copy and cook up some experiences for your students and loved ones! Click Here To Purchase Your Copy On Amazon Connect With Gabriel Carrillo https://edtechbites.comhttps://twitter.com/edtechbiteshttps://instagram.com/edtechbiteshttps://www.threads.net/@edtechbiteshttps://facebook.com/edtechbiteshttps://www.youtube.com/@edtechbites

This episode is sponsored by Lightspeed. Lightspeed, the provider of instructional audio solutions that create equal access to learning, is on a mission to help every student hear every word. Please visit www.lightspeed-tek.com to learn more. In this episode, I’m joined by Jeff Bradbury and Dan Kreiness to debunk some of the podcast myths. We also discuss the peaks and valleys of podcasting. With each of us bringing a set of skills to the table, student podcasting is also a hot topic for all three of us. This episode was recorded at FETC 2024 in Orlando, Florida. Buen provecho! About Jeff Bradbury Jeff Bradbury is an ISTE Award Winning (2021) and globally recognized digital learning strategist, educational broadcaster, public speaker, and entrepreneur, whose powerful message has inspired thousands of educators through the TeacherCast Educational Network where he uses Future Ready skills to promote digital learning. Connect With Jeff https://www.TeacherCast.net/https://www.TeacherCast.net/twitterhttps://www.TeacherCast.net/instagramhttps://www.TeacherCast.net/facebook About Dr. Dan Kreiness Dr. Dan Kreiness is an instructional leader, podcast host, author, and speaker who constantly searches for the most effective ways to advance education and produce high student achievement. Dr. Kreiness has worked in education for over 18 years as a school administrator, instructional coach, intervention specialist, and classroom teacher while working in districts in the New York City metro area in New York and Connecticut. Dr. Kreiness hosts the popular Leader of Learning podcast and is the author of "The Transformational Leader’s Reflection Journal. Dr. Kreiness was named to the 2017 class of ASCD Emerging Leaders. Dr. Kreiness is a contributing author for 100 No-Nonsense Things that ALL School Leaders Should STOP Doing, 100 No-Nonsense Things that ALL Teachers Should STOP Doing, Edumatch Snapshot in Education (2017) Volume 2: Professional Practice and The EduMatch Teacher’s Recipe Guide: Survive and Thrive in the Kitchen and Beyond. Connect With Dan https://dankreiness.comhttps://twitter.com/dr_kreinesshttps://instagram.com/dr_kreinesshttps://facebook.com/drdankreinesshttps://youtube.com/drdankreiness The Book Is Officially Out! My first book “Cooking Up Experiences In The Classroom: Focus On Experiences, Not Just Lessons” is officially out! A HUGE shout out to Lumio for helping sponsor this book. I’m super excited about this project. It’s filled with ideas on how to make memorable experiences for your students. In addition, each chapter also lays out a specific recipe mentioned in that chapter along with a video tutorial on how to prepare that dish. Make sure you get your copy and cook up some experiences for your students and loved ones! Click Here To Purchase Your Copy On Amazon Connect With Gabriel Carrillo https://edtechbites.comhttps://twitter.com/edtechbiteshttps://instagram.com/edtechbiteshttps://www.threads.net/@edtechbiteshttps://facebook.com/edtechbiteshttps://www.youtube.com/@edtechbites

This episode is sponsored by Lightspeed. Lightspeed, the provider of instructional audio solutions that create equal access to learning, is on a mission to help every student hear every word. Please visit www.lightspeed-tek.com to learn more. In this episode, I discuss creation over consumption with Kristin Brooks at FETC 2024. She’s a technology specialist in Georgia and a Featured Speaker at FETC. She’s all about student creation and we discuss ways we do this with our students. We also talk about the hot “F” word in education…FUN! So grab yourself a power ring and check out our conversation surrounding creation in the classroom while having FUN. Buen Provecho! The Book Is Officially Out! My first book “Cooking Up Experiences In The Classroom: Focus On Experiences, Not Just Lessons” is officially out! A HUGE shout out to Lumio for helping sponsor this book. I’m super excited about this project. It’s filled with ideas on how to make memorable experiences for your students. In addition, each chapter also lays out a specific recipe mentioned in that chapter along with a video tutorial on how to prepare that dish. Make sure you get your copy and cook up some experiences for your students and loved ones! Click Here To Purchase Your Copy On Amazon Connect With Gabriel Carrillo https://edtechbites.comhttps://twitter.com/edtechbiteshttps://instagram.com/edtechbiteshttps://www.threads.net/@edtechbiteshttps://facebook.com/edtechbiteshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg

This episode is sponsored by Lightspeed. Lightspeed, the provider of instructional audio solutions that create equal access to learning, is on a mission to help every student hear every word. Please visit www.lightspeed-tek.com to learn more. In this episode, I chat with Shaun Fagan, senior VP of Product from Lightspeed. We chat their exciting upcoming product release, Cascadia while at FETC 2024 in Orlando, Florida. He gives us background on the new product and the gap they’re trying to fill with communication and safety in schools. This product truly is one of a kind and truly assists with boosting student engagement by making the teacher intelligible, not just audible. We do this all while trying two different guava con quesito pastries from two different bakeries in Orlando. Peep this episode to hear what we have to say about these desserts and Lightspeed’s new Cascadia solution. Buen provecho! About Shaun Shaun Fagan is the Senior Vice President of Product at Lightspeed. Shaun joined Lightspeed in 2002 where he has spent over 20 years in product management, marketing and product development. Shaun has played an integral role in developing and driving Lightspeed’s product roadmap and strategy. He is deeply involved in all aspects of product development including research, definition, positioning, messaging and sales training. Through his work, Shaun is able to drive toward solutions to improve the listening and learning experience for K-12 students and teachers. Connect With Shaun And Lightspeed https://lightspeed-tek.com/https://twitter.com/lightspeedtekhttps://www.facebook.com/lightspeedtek/https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaun-fagan-b9137a/ The Book Is Officially Out! My first book “Cooking Up Experiences In The Classroom: Focus On Experiences, Not Just Lessons” is officially out! A HUGE shout out to Lumio for helping sponsor this book. I’m super excited about this project. It’s filled with ideas on how to make memorable experiences for your students. In addition, each chapter also lays out a specific recipe mentioned in that chapter along with a video tutorial on how to prepare that dish. Make sure you get your copy and cook up some experiences for your students and loved ones! Click Here To Purchase Your Copy On Amazon Connect With Gabriel Carrillo https://edtechbites.comhttps://twitter.com/edtechbiteshttps://instagram.com/edtechbiteshttps://www.threads.net/@edtechbiteshttps://facebook.com/edtechbiteshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg

In this episode, I give you 5 reasons why you should be starting student portfolios in your classroom in 2024. Student portfolios really are the next wave in education and whether we like it or not, our students need be using them. If you enjoy this episode share it with a friend or colleague. Click here to read the full blog post on student digital portfolios. Buen provecho! The Book Is Officially Dropping 1/19/2024! My first book “Cooking Up Experiences In The Classroom: Focus On Experiences, Not Just Lessons” is being released January 19th, 2024. I’m super excited about this project. It’s filled with ideas on how to make memorable experiences for your students. In addition, each chapter also lays out a specific recipe mentioned in that chapter along with a video tutorial on how to prepare that dish. Make sure you get your copy and cook up some experiences for your students and loved ones! See You At FETC FETC and TCEA Walking Food Tours If you’re heading to FETC or TCEA, I’d love to see you at the official EdTech Bites Walking Food Tours I’ll be hosting in Downtown Orlando and Austin. These are being sponsored by Kami and are going to be a hit at these conferences. For more information and how to sign up, click the blog post below: https://edtechbites.com/2024/01/09/edtech-bites-x-kami-fetc-and-tcea-walking-food-tours/ Connect With Gabriel Carrillo https://edtechbites.comhttps://twitter.com/edtechbiteshttps://instagram.com/edtechbiteshttps://www.threads.net/@edtechbiteshttps://facebook.com/edtechbites https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg

We want to take this moment to thank our sponsor - Wakelet. Wakelet has been changing the game when it comes to student portfolios. The platform is helping students across the US showcase tangible evidence of their success in creative and personalized ways. Wakelet portfolios boost college readiness, and help students share their skills and achievements in ways that go beyond just test scores. For teachers, Wakelet is a powerful tool for sharing learning resources, creating lesson plans, and boosting collaboration in your classes. Help your learners redefine student success, and outshine their test scores with Wakelet Portfolios. Head to wakelet.com/portfolios to learn more, and sign up for a free account today. In this episode, I chat with Tony Vincent about his educational journey. Tony and I have crossed paths years ago and here we are years later, full circle. He now focuses on Shapegrams. I know what you’re thinking… what the heck are Shapegrams? Well, tune into this episode to find out what they are and how YOU can utilize these in your classroom. This conversation was recorded at the TCCA conference in Aldine, Texas. This is the last of 9 episodes from the TCCA conference and what better way to end this series than with Tony Vincent. Buen provecho! Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg About Tony Vincent Tony Vincent started teaching fifth grade in Omaha 26 years ago. Several years later he took on the role of his school's technology coach. Eventually he left school teaching to be a self-employed consultant, sharing friendly ways for teachers to reach, empower, and inspire their students. Tony is a prolific sharer, approachable, and consistently selects practical tools and strategies that can be implemented right away. Tony went back to teaching for the 2018-2019 school year in Council Bluffs, where his fifth graders became Chromebook superusers and creative communicators. Tony posts lots of handy tech tips on social media, and he hosts a series of digital drawing challenges for kids called Shapegrams. Most importantly, Tony is the father of 10 year old twins. Connect With Tony Vincent Tony’s Website: https://learninginhand.com/ Tony on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tonyvincent Tony On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/learninginhand Tony On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/learninginhand/ Tony On Threads: https://www.threads.net/@learninginhand

We want to take this moment to thank our sponsor - Wakelet. Wakelet has been changing the game when it comes to student portfolios. The platform is helping students across the US showcase tangible evidence of their success in creative and personalized ways. Wakelet portfolios boost college readiness, and help students share their skills and achievements in ways that go beyond just test scores. For teachers, Wakelet is a powerful tool for sharing learning resources, creating lesson plans, and boosting collaboration in your classes. Help your learners redefine student success, and outshine their test scores with Wakelet Portfolios. Head to wakelet.com/portfolios to learn more, and sign up for a free account today. In this episode, I chat with Nicole Lipps. We discuss various tools and strategies to help our emerging bilingual students, ESL students, and students with Dyslexia. There are some great tips Nicole touches upon to help these student populations grow in our classrooms.. This conversation was recorded at the TCCA conference in Aldine, Texas. There’s a student eSports competition going on in the background so keep your ears open for cheers in addition to our conversation. Nicole brings a wealth of information to the listeners so I’m surprised that this is her first time on a podcast. Hopefully, this won’t be her last. Buen provecho! Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg About Nicole Lipps Nicole Lipps is a passionate educator with 18 years of experience in the classroom. She has taught grades 3-8 and is currently a Campus Technology Liaison and 8th Grade US History Teacher in Conroe ISD. Nicole is dedicated to student success and amplifying student voices. She believes technology can be a powerful tool for learning, and she is committed to using it to help students reach their full potential. Nicole is always looking for new ways to improve her teaching and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in education. She is a Certified Apple Learning Coach, Google Certified Educator, Adobe Creative Educator, Microsoft Innovative Educator, and a Microsoft Flipsider. She also has a Master's degree in Applied Digital Learning. Connect With Nicole Lipps Nicole on Twitter: https://twitter.com/nicolelipps

We want to take this moment to thank our sponsor - Wakelet. Wakelet has been changing the game when it comes to student portfolios. The platform is helping students across the US showcase tangible evidence of their success in creative and personalized ways. Wakelet portfolios boost college readiness, and help students share their skills and achievements in ways that go beyond just test scores. For teachers, Wakelet is a powerful tool for sharing learning resources, creating lesson plans, and boosting collaboration in your classes. Help your learners redefine student success, and outshine their test scores with Wakelet Portfolios. Head to wakelet.com/portfolios to learn more, and sign up for a free account today. In this episode, I catch up with Jeni Long and Sallee Clark AKA Jenallee. This conversation was recorded at the TCCA conference in Aldine, Texas. This dynamic duo has been best friends and been working together for years… up until now. They had an EDU breakup but still manage to spread the educational goodness as Jenallee wherever they go. We discuss where Jenallee goes from here and I also quiz them on 5 different food trivia questions. Can you beat Jenallee in food trivia? Find out for yourself. Buen provecho! Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg About Jeni Long Jeni Long is a 25 plus year educator that is dedicated to providing unwavering support for teachers both inside and outside the classroom. She understands the challenges that teachers face and is here to offer guidance, resources, and support to all educators. Jeni recently joined the team at MagicSchool.ai as their Senior Community Strategist. Her mission is to ensure that every teacher feels supported, inspired, and empowered to make a difference in their students' lives. She believes in the power of a strong community and knows that when teachers come together, they can create magic in their classrooms. Jeni has held various positions in education, including 6th grade Math Teacher, ELA Curriculum Specialist, Technology Integration Specialist, and Science Curriculum Specialist. Jeni is a recognized international speaker, consultant, blogger, and author, having shared her knowledge at conferences worldwide. As the co-host of "The Jenallee Show," a popular YouTube and TikTok series, she collaborates with Sallee Clark to showcase the latest EdTech tools and provide valuable tutorials for educators globally. Connect with her at www.bit.ly/jenallee and visit her website, www.thejenalleeshow.com. About Sallee Clark As an expert in educational technology, Sallee Clark is passionate about leveraging innovative tools and platforms to enhance the learning experience for both students and educators. Sallee brings expertise gained from her 19-year tenure in education, which includes valuable experience as an instructional technologist, a teacher and librarian. Her knowledge and practical insights have made her a featured presenter, leading impactful professional development sessions at esteemed conferences worldwide. As part of the dynamic duo known as #Jenallee, alongside Jeni Long, Sallee shares her expertise and EdTech wisdom with educators through various engaging platforms. Their informative TikTok videos, YouTube content, and engaging discussions on Twitter Spaces have empowered countless educators to make learning accessible and fun! In addition, Sallee and Jeni have co-authored of "The Microsoft Teams Playbook." Their contributions and innovative approaches have honored them with the Top 30 2022 EdTech Influencer Award by EdTech K-12 Magazine. Connect with her at www.bit.ly/jenallee and visit her website,...

We want to take this moment to thank our sponsor - Wakelet. Wakelet has been changing the game when it comes to student portfolios. The platform is helping students across the US showcase tangible evidence of their success in creative and personalized ways. Wakelet portfolios boost college readiness, and help students share their skills and achievements in ways that go beyond just test scores. For teachers, Wakelet is a powerful tool for sharing learning resources, creating lesson plans, and boosting collaboration in your classes. Help your learners redefine student success, and outshine their test scores with Wakelet Portfolios. Head to wakelet.com/portfolios to learn more, and sign up for a free account today. In this episode, I chat friED Tech with Courtney Watson and Amy Storer. This conversation was recorded at the TCCA conference in Aldine, Texas. Aren’t sure what friED Tech has to offer? After hearing this fun episode, you’ll be clear as to what they can offer educators. Not only do we chat friED Tech, I also quiz them on some food trivia. Can you beat Courtney and Amy in food trivia? Find out for yourself. Buen provecho! Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg About Courtney Watson Courtney is a Google Certified Educator/Trainer and Lead Learning Guide at friEdTechnology. She is passionate about equipping all learners with the necessary tools to help them become successful and ensuring they have fun while learning. #TechWithoutTears is her goal when sharing tools and ideas with educators to effectively integrate technology into their classrooms. Connect With Courtney Watson Courtney On Twitter: https://twitter.com/cmwatson2010 About Amy Storer Amy is a Lead Learning Guide at friEdTech, Google Certified Educator and Trainer, Microsoft Certified Educator, Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert, Microsoft Innovative Educator Trainer, and a Microsoft Global Mentor. She is a distinguished educator that encourages and motivates others to reach far beyond the classroom walls to make learning more meaningful and inspiring. She has a true passion for purposeful technology integrations, meaningful PD, and global connections. Connect With Amy Storer Amy On Twitter: https://twitter.com/techamys Connect With FriED Tech friED Tech Website: https://friedtechnology.com/ friED Courses: https://www.friedonline.com/

* We want to take this moment to thank our sponsor - Wakelet. Wakelet has been changing the game when it comes to student portfolios. The platform is helping students across the US showcase tangible evidence of their success in creative and personalized ways. Wakelet portfolios boost college readiness, and help students share their skills and achievements in ways that go beyond just test scores. For teachers, Wakelet is a powerful tool for sharing learning resources, creating lesson plans, and boosting collaboration in your classes. Help your learners redefine student success, and outshine their test scores with Wakelet Portfolios. Head to wakelet.com/portfolios to learn more, and sign up for a free account today. In this episode, I chat the evolution of Artificial Intelligence in the classroom with Rachelle Dené Poth. We dig into how far it’s come in less than a year and I ask her to give me her top 3 AI tools for the classroom. There are several tools out there but she had to pare it down to her top 3. If you’re not sure what her top pics are, check out this episode and share it with a friend. Make sure you give Rachelle a follow and check out her top 3 tools. This conversation was recorded at the TCCA conference in Aldine, Texas. Buen provecho! Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg About Rachelle Dené Poth Rachelle Dené Poth is an edtech consultant, presenter, attorney, author, and teacher of Spanish and STEAM: Emerging Technology. Rachelle has a Juris Doctor degree from Duquesne University School of Law, a Master’s in Instructional Technology, and is currently pursuing a second doctorate, focused on Educational Technology. Rachelle is an ISTE Certified Educator and recipient of the ISTE Making IT Happen Award and several presidential gold and silver awards for volunteer service. She presents regularly at state, national, and international conferences and provides professional development and coaching for educators on a variety of topics including assessments, and emerging technologies such as AI, AR and VR, and STEM. Connect With Rachelle Rachelle On Twitter: https://twitter.com/Rdene915 Rachelle On Instagram: https://instagram.com/Rdene915 Rachelle On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rachelle.berquistpoth Rachelle On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelledenepoth/ THRIVEinEDU On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/THRIVEinEDU

* We want to take this moment to thank our sponsor - Wakelet. Wakelet has been changing the game when it comes to student portfolios. The platform is helping students across the US showcase tangible evidence of their success in creative and personalized ways. Wakelet portfolios boost college readiness, and help students share their skills and achievements in ways that go beyond just test scores. For teachers, Wakelet is a powerful tool for sharing learning resources, creating lesson plans, and boosting collaboration in your classes. Help your learners redefine student success, and outshine their test scores with Wakelet Portfolios. Head to wakelet.com/portfolios to learn more, and sign up for a free account today. In this episode, I chat the importance of collaboration between administration and tech specialists with Stephanie Balster and Laura Depp. We also do some food trivia in this episode. This conversation was recorded at the TCCA conference in Aldine, Texas. Stephanie and Laura bring a great vibe to the show and each come to the table with a specific perspective. Can you beat Stephanie and Laura in food trivia? Find out for yourself. Buen provecho! Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg About Stephanie Stephanie Balster is an Innovation Leader for Castleberry Independent School District. She has been in education for the last nine years and has taught first - third grade. She graduated with a degree in Elementary Education and Exceptional Student Education from the University of West Florida. Stephanie is bringing her expertise in education and technology to the forefront, helping teachers integrate technology into their classrooms in meaningful and impactful ways. With a focus on engaging learners, building critical thinking skills, and fostering digital citizenship, Stephanie is dedicated to helping students thrive in the digital age. Connect With Stephanie Stephanie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MrsBalster About Laura Laura Depp serves as the Campus Academic Leader at Castleberry Elementary. She has been in education for seventeen years. Laura taught in all grades kindergarten through fourth grade prior to becoming a math coach which eventually led her to her current position. She is passionate about making learning come alive for all students through hands-on learning experiences and student discourse. Laura holds her national STEM certification, as well as, her Master's in Educational Administration.

* We want to take this moment to thank our sponsor - Wakelet. Wakelet has been changing the game when it comes to student portfolios. The platform is helping students across the US showcase tangible evidence of their success in creative and personalized ways. Wakelet portfolios boost college readiness, and help students share their skills and achievements in ways that go beyond just test scores. For teachers, Wakelet is a powerful tool for sharing learning resources, creating lesson plans, and boosting collaboration in your classes. Help your learners redefine student success, and outshine their test scores with Wakelet Portfolios. Head to wakelet.com/portfolios to learn more, and sign up for a free account today. In this episode, I chat CTE with Heather Brantley and Stacie White. This conversation was recorded at the TCCA conference in Aldine, Texas. Heather is a two time EdTech Bites Food Tour participant and Stacie is a CTE teacher who “doesn’t Social Media”. This is an awesome discussion around this hot topic in education. And sticking with CTE and Culinary, I also quiz them on 5 different food trivia questions. Can you beat Heather and Stacie in food trivia? Find out for yourself. Buen provecho! Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg About Heather Brantley Heather Brantley is an experienced educator and founder of HeatherTechEdu. With a background in instructional design and technology integration, Heather is passionate about helping teachers and students leverage the power of technology to enhance teaching and learning. Through HeatherTechEdu, she provides presentations on AI/AR/VR in the classroom, instructional design services, and educational technology consulting to schools and districts around the country. Heather is currently teaching CTE technology and CEER at Pine Tree ISD. Connect With Heather Heather on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HeatherTechEdu Heather’s Website: https://Heathertechedu.com About Stacie White The Amazing Mrs. White has been teaching for 18 years both online and in the brick and mortar arenas. She has taught Spanish 1 and 2, as well as Special Education Reading Resource. Now she focuses on her favorite course of all, Project Success, which is a career explorations course through the Career and Technical Education department. She is passionate about helping students gain vision for their lives and guiding them to be the best they can be both in and out of the classroom. At home, she and her husband of 18 years have 5 super involved kids, 2 loving grandparents, a German shepherd and a chihuahua who remind them to be grateful for their many blessings.

* We want to take this moment to thank our sponsor - Wakelet. Wakelet has been changing the game when it comes to student portfolios. The platform is helping students across the US showcase tangible evidence of their success in creative and personalized ways. Wakelet portfolios boost college readiness, and help students share their skills and achievements in ways that go beyond just test scores. For teachers, Wakelet is a powerful tool for sharing learning resources, creating lesson plans, and boosting collaboration in your classes. Help your learners redefine student success, and outshine their test scores with Wakelet Portfolios. Head to wakelet.com/portfolios to learn more, and sign up for a free account today. In this episode, I chat Wakelet and Food Trivia with Tisha Poncio. This conversation was recorded at the TCCA conference in Aldine, Texas. This is Tisha’s 4th time on the show and as always, we have a great conversation while breaking bread together. We discuss Wakelet and I also quiz her on 5 different food trivia questions. Can you beat Tisha Poncio in food trivia? Find out for yourself. Buen provecho! Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg About Tisha Poncio Tisha Poncio, M.S. Learning Technologies, served in public education for 21 years as a classroom teacher and a digital learning specialist. She has presented at numerous educational technology conferences across the nation and in her home state of Texas speaking about student leadership, student autonomy, digital citizenship for all ages, and meaningful technology integration. She is currently serving as a Digital Learning Specialist for Wakelet! Connect With Tisha Poncio Tisha on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/txtechchick Tisha On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tishaponcio Tisha’s Wakelet: https://www.wakelet.com/tishaponcio

* We want to take this moment to thank our sponsor - Wakelet. Wakelet has been changing the game when it comes to student portfolios. The platform is helping students across the US showcase tangible evidence of their success in creative and personalized ways. Wakelet portfolios boost college readiness, and help students share their skills and achievements in ways that go beyond just test scores. For teachers, Wakelet is a powerful tool for sharing learning resources, creating lesson plans, and boosting collaboration in your classes. Help your learners redefine student success, and outshine their test scores with Wakelet Portfolios. Head to wakelet.com/portfolios to learn more, and sign up for a free account today. In this episode, I chat instructional coaching with Debbie Tannenbaum. She’s an EdTech coach in Virginia and brings a lot of coaching knowledge to the table. This conversation was recorded at the TCCA conference in Aldine, Texas. This is a great conversation that debunks some of the myths and highlights the bright spots of instructional coaching. Buen provecho! Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg