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Taking a Byte Out of EdTech

By Marshall Beyer

This is the Taking a Byte Out of EdTech podcast, where we are making all things ed tech easy to digest.
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24: Student Engagement During Distance Learning

Taking a Byte Out of EdTechMar 15, 2021

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24: Student Engagement During Distance Learning

24: Student Engagement During Distance Learning

In this episode, Sitara is back and she joins Marshall as they cover some ways you can engage your students while also getting the academic outcomes from them that you are looking for. Taking a Byte Out of Ed Tech Blog Follow Marshall on Twitter Follow Sitara on Twitter Resources Jamboard Getting Started with Jamboard Teacher Center Flipgrid Flipgrid's Blog 50 Ways to Use Flipgrid in the Classroom Ryan O'Donnell's Website with Google Slides Templates Follow Ryan on Twitter Listen to "Check This Out" (a podcast put on by Ryan O'Donnell and Brain Briggs) Book Creator Book Creator Resources Google's Arts and Culture Discovery Education
Mar 15, 202120:41
23: Workflow Shortcuts that are a Lifesaver

23: Workflow Shortcuts that are a Lifesaver

In this episode, we discuss some of my favorite workflow shortcuts. These range from keyboard shortcuts, URL shortcuts, and just some overall tips and tricks. Taking a Byte Out of Ed Tech Blog Episode 11: Keyboard and URL Shortcuts Follow Marshall on Twitter
Feb 10, 202107:57
22: That’s My Jam! Using Jamboard in the Classroom

22: That’s My Jam! Using Jamboard in the Classroom

In this episode, we cover Jamboard and how it can be used in the classroom. Taking a Byte Out of Ed Tech Jamboard Jamboard Templates Flipgrid
Jan 19, 202116:11
21: Podcasting and Literacy

21: Podcasting and Literacy

🔗Links Taking a Byte Out of Ed Tech Ed Tech In TUSD Website Resources Mentioned Listening: The Forgotten Skill by Madelyn Burley-Allen  How to be Heard - Julian Treasure  Teaching the Core Skills of Listening and Speaking - Eric Palmer  The Lost Art of Listening - Michael Nichols  The Five Keys to Mindful Communication - Susan Chapman  Four Essential Keys to Effective Communication - Bento Leal  Teaching Common Core Speaking and Listening Standards - Kristen Swanson  Educational Podcast Directory  ⚡️Social Info⚡️  Follow Marshall on Twitter Follow Sitara on Twitter Follow Mary on Twitter
May 19, 202047:04
20: Nearpod and Peardeck

20: Nearpod and Peardeck

Podcast Show Notes In this episode, we discuss Nearpod and Peardeck. We discuss how they can be used not only during distance learning but also once we return to our classrooms. ⚡️Links⚡️  Nearpod Peardeck Nearpod Google Slides Add-on Link  What Can You Do With the Nearpod Add-on for Google Slides?  Peardeck Google Slides Add-on Link  Peardeck for Google Slides ⚡️Social Info⚡️  Follow Marshall on Twitter  Follow Sitara on Twitter
May 08, 202025:21
19: Gimkit and Edpuzzle

19: Gimkit and Edpuzzle

In this episode, learn about Gimkit, developed by a teenager, which uses engaging and interactive programming to help students review a topic! Then learn about how EdPuzzle can transform videos into a tool to gather information from your students, asking questions through the video! ⚡️Links⚡️ Gimkit Gimkit FAQs Edpuzzle Getting Started with Edpuzzle ⚡️Social Info⚡️ Follow Marshall on Twitter Follow Sitara on Twitter
May 07, 202028:05
18: Activate Student Engagement Online

18: Activate Student Engagement Online

In this episode, Sitara and Marshall focus on different apps and tools that can be used to create a collaborative, creative, and engaging culture online with your students during Distance Learning. ⚡️Links⚡️ Link to Presentation Educator's Guide to FlipGrid Google Slides Templates Book Creator ⚡️Social Info⚡️ Follow Marshall on Twitter Follow Sitara on Twitter
May 05, 202025:53
17: All About Google Meet

17: All About Google Meet

In this episode we talk about all things Google Meet. We cover all of the changes Google has made with Google Meet including the integration into Google Classroom. We also cover how you can use it with your students, not only during distance learning, but in the future as well.
Apr 23, 202023:59
16: Supporting Students During Distance Learning

16: Supporting Students During Distance Learning

This session will focus on different tools that can be put into place to help support students during this time of distance learning. Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs will be discussed, along with different ways to provide virtual connections with students.
Apr 03, 202009:17
15: Virtual Learning with Zoom

15: Virtual Learning with Zoom

In this episode, we focus on how to use the Zoom application to hold virtual face to face learning opportunities for students. We also cover virtual etiquette, Zoom for Beginners, and students expectations.
Apr 02, 202019:44
14: What Is Distance Learning?

14: What Is Distance Learning?

In this episode we talk about what is distance learning. This is part of our Virtual PD series during the COVID-19 school closure. This session focuses on how distance learning is different from face to face learning in a classroom and how to keep students engaged in this type of e-learning environment.
Apr 01, 202018:34
13: Organizing Google Drive

13: Organizing Google Drive

In today's episode, we are going to be talking about all of the ways that you can organize your Google Drive.
Feb 25, 202007:07
12: Wakelet Part 2

12: Wakelet Part 2

In this episode, we dive deeper into Wakelet and talk about some of the ways you can customize Wakelet by customizing your profile, your collections, adding contributors, and much more.
Jan 23, 202011:33
11: Keyboard & URL Shortcuts

11: Keyboard & URL Shortcuts

In this episode, we are going to dive back into keyboard shortcuts and also hit on some url shortcuts to help increase your productivity in and out of the classroom.
Dec 31, 201908:40
10: All Things Wakelet

10: All Things Wakelet

In this episode, we are going to dive into all things Wakelet. We are going to discuss what Wakelet is, how to create collections, how to add content to your collections, and uses in the classroom.
Nov 05, 201907:35
9: App Showdown: Kahoot vs Quizizz

9: App Showdown: Kahoot vs Quizizz

In this episode, we put two popular platforms, Kahoot and Quizizz, head to head to see which one would be best for your classroom. We compare these two platform through 5 different categories: Interactions, Integrations, libraries, collaboration/sharing, and results/data.
Oct 04, 201910:36
8: Google Sites Part 2

8: Google Sites Part 2

 Today, we are going to dive into part two of our Google Sites series. In this episode, we are going to discuss ways that you can customize your Google Site. We will cover items like adding a logo, customizing accent colors, changing header images, navigation, drop-down navigation, hiding pages, and adding alt text.
May 20, 201908:26
7: Google Sites Part 1

7: Google Sites Part 1

In this episode, we go over the basics of Google Sites. We cover how to create a site, the controls on the site, and adding content to your site. 
May 14, 201907:13
6: EOY Google Classroom Cleanup Tips

6: EOY Google Classroom Cleanup Tips

  This time of year, I usually get asked a lot by teachers, “What do I do with my Google Classroom at the end of the year? Is there anything special I need to do?” In this episode, Marshall discusses some end of the year Google Classroom cleanup tips.
May 07, 201906:22
5: Google Classroom 101

5: Google Classroom 101

In this episode, we will discuss some of the latest updates that have come to Google Classroom.
Apr 02, 201908:23
4: CFU and Have Fun Too

4: CFU and Have Fun Too

In this episode, we are going to talk about ways that we can check for understanding but do it in a way that our students will have fun doing so as well.
Mar 12, 201910:24
3: Using Google Slides Beyond a Presentation Tool

3: Using Google Slides Beyond a Presentation Tool

In this episode, we are going to dive into Google Slides. We are going to talk about ways you can use it beyond just a presentation tool.  
Mar 01, 201908:05
2: Google Chrome Extensions

2: Google Chrome Extensions

In this episode, I share some of my favorite Chrome extensions and how they can be applied to the classroom setting.
Feb 18, 201908:07
1: Google Chrome Tips and Tricks

1: Google Chrome Tips and Tricks

In this episode, host Marshall Beyer discusses some useful Google Chrome tips and tricks.
Feb 10, 201908:30