Best Ascd Podcasts (2024)

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020 Canva Magic Write + Draw, Microsoft Bing AI, Google Docs Stopwatches + Timers, ChromeOS Screencast Updates, Reading Coach in Microsoft Flip 28:25

1y ago28:25

28:25

Where does Magic Write work in Canva? Everywhere. Same with their new Draw feature. We check them both out today. Also, I break down the capabilities of Microsoft’s Bing AI and how it compares to ChatGPT. Next, Google has added stopwatches and timers to Google Docs, but is it available in all accounts (spoiler alert: it’s not). Google has also upda…

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019 Canva Magic Design, Google Bard, Google Eye Dropper, Microsoft Math Solver 14:46

1y ago14:46

14:46

What’s so Magic about Canva’s new Design features? Speaking of design features, Google has added a small one - an eyedropper - that I’m really excited about. Also, in all my talking about ChatGPT, I haven’t taken much time to address Google’s AI efforts. What do they have happening? And, another Merrills’ Microsoft Minute: this time about Microsoft…

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018. GPT4, ChatGPT Age Limit, Canva Docs, Canva for Campus, Microsoft Reading Coach 21:08

1y ago21:08

21:08

ChatGPT creator OpenAI has changed the age limit in their terms of service. What did they change it to? Does it change everything for educators? Also, they’ve upgraded the language model ChatGPT is based on to GPT-4 and it’s CRAZY. What can it do? Tune in to find out. In other news, Canva released Canva Docs recently. How does it measure up to Goog…

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017 ChatGPT Plus, AI-Detection Tools, Follow in Google Slides, Flip Updates 19:42

1y ago19:42

19:42

In this episode, I try out 5 different AI-generated text detection tools. Tune in to see if they can tell us if our students are cheating. Also, on the topic of artificial intelligence - Open AI has announced that there are now free and paid plans for ChatGPT. I’ll break down the differences today. In non-AI news, Google Slides has an awesome new “…

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016. ChatGPT, AI, and the Implications for Education 18:47

1+ y ago18:47

18:47

ChatGPT has taken the world by storm and, while causing many to rejoice, has caused many in education to panic. In this episode, I go over what it is and what it can do as well as whether you need to worry now and if I think it should be blocked in schools. Access this episode on YouTube as well: youtu.be/HWrP_WIOj8Q TODAY’S SPONSOR: Smore - smore.…

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015. Livestream Google Meet, Edit PDFs on Chromebooks, Import PDFs in Book Creator, and more Quizizz Updates 14:50

1+ y ago14:50

14:50

Did you know you could live stream your holiday choir concert to YouTube using Google Meet? Fa la la la la la la la yup. What about having students fill out PDFs using an app built into the Chromebook? Speaking of PDFs - Book Creator now lets you import PDFs. They also have added the ability to crop images and photos. Plus, a few more updates from …

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014 Canva Presentations Stop-Motion, Transitions, and Remote Control; Animate Your Voice in Adobe, Split Table Cells in Docs, Quizizz Updates, and the ISTE/ASCD Merger 19:53

1+ y ago19:53

19:53

Adobe is offering a free tool to animate our voices. Canva has added a Remote Control option that eliminates the need to say “next slide.” They’ve also added new slide transitions including one that can help you make awesome stop motion animations. Also, Google Docs is letting us split cells within tables, Quizizz has a bajillion updates, and ISTE …

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013 Canva PDF Editor, Remove Backgrounds in Canva Video, Gmail Multi-Send & Layouts, Focusable 26:53

1+ y ago26:53

26:53

Canva has a free PDF Editor and has added background removal, customizable animations, and more to Canva Video. Focusable seeks to help you and your students grow your ability to focus on tasks. Gmail has added new layouts and a multi-send option for email marketing or newsletters. And, finally, we’re saying goodbye to another edtech tool in this e…

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012. The Canva Visual Worksuite, Canva Docs, Canva Websites, Google Docs Summaries, and Book Creator Comments 17:29

1+ y ago17:29

17:29

Canva has become a formidable force in the tech and edtech worlds with the announcement of its Visual Worksuite. I'll share what that is and about two of the big new components of it today. Also, some of you can get auto-generated summaries for your Google Docs and all BookCreator users can now add multimedia comments on specific pages!! Access thi…

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011 Add Emojis in Google Docs, Screen Record in Edpuzzle, Quizalize Games, Improvements to Moderated Topics in Flip 20:16

1+ y ago20:16

20:16

Google Docs is making it easier to add emojis in our documents. Did you know that Edpuzzle added a screen recording Chrome Extension a while back? They also added the ability to use their site in Spanish and a few other languages. Plus, Flip is letting students see their videos and the comments on them even when a topic is set as moderated. Finally…

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010 Google Docs Edit Notifications, Docs Summaries, Canva Whiteboards, Microsoft Teams Reflect Updates, Edmodo Closing Down 19:51

1+ y ago19:51

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We can now get notified when changes are made to our Google Docs and we can add summaries to them. My favorite story for today: Canva has added a super useful collaborative Whiteboard mode. Also, Microsoft has made some awesome updates to how Reflect operates in Microsoft Teams. And, unfortunately, I’ve got some sad news about one of the most innov…

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009 Google Classroom Add-Ons, Google Forms Font Formatting, Screencasting & More in Canva 19:07

1+ y ago19:07

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Google Classroom has added special add-ons for using Edpuzzle, Kahoot, Pear Deck, Nearpod, and 14 other tools from within the Classroom window. Also, now you can format text within your Google Forms. And, Canva fanatics rejoice, Canva has added a screen recorder and other enhancements! Access this episode on YouTube as well: youtu.be/F5cBftzH8xM TO…

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008 Project Pear; Matching, Reordering, & Whiteboard in Quizizz; Wakelet Imports; Sticker Mule Studio; Google Drive Keyboard Shortcuts; Images in Classroom; & Full Page Content in Google Sites 24:05

2y ago24:05

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Pear Deck has given us a sneak peek at a new gamified feature, Quizizz has added matching and reordering questions, plus a live whiteboard feature. Also, Wakelet has a trio of new features: easily adding Canva designs, Adobe Express creations, and Flip videos into collections. Sticker Mule Studio is available for creating graphics. And, finally, Go…

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007 Flipgrid is now Flip & has Changes Coming, Student Uploads in Edpuzzle, Mote Loops, Loom Transcripts 31:56

2y ago31:56

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Flipgrid is rebranding as Flip and has many changes on the way, Edpuzzle is allowing students to upload videos in student projects, Screencast-O-Matic has added interactive quizzes and polls, Loom has added automatic transcription to all accounts and added the ability to stitch videos together, and, finally, Mote has added a new feature called Mote…

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LIVE FROM ISTE: The EdTech News Brief 6:09

2y ago6:09

6:09

Catch The EdTech News Brief Livestream from ISTE in NOLA on the New EdTech Classroom YouTube Channel: youtube.com/newedtechclassroom 📆 Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday! ⏰ 1 PM NOLA Time! (2 PM ET, 1 PM CT, 12 PM MT, 11 AM PT) 👋 Say "Hi" at ISTE! 👋 If you're going to be at ISTE, I'd love to have you stop by and say "hi"! Here's my schedule: (all times…

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006 Chromebook Screencast App, Multiple Text Selections in Docs, Flipgrid Changes, Embed TikToks in OneNote, and Immersive Reader in Schoology 16:43

2y ago16:43

16:43

Chromebooks are getting their own screencasting app, you can now select multiple sections of text in Google Docs, Flipgrid made some changes to how topics and topic titles work, you can embed TikTok videos in OneNote, and, finally, students can now use the Immersive Reader in Schoology. VIEW THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - youtube.com/watch?v=n4B0c6CByh0…

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005 Google Docs Dropdowns + Emoji Reactions, Student Canva Course, & Microsoft Teams Video Feedback 16:53

2y ago16:53

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Google adds dropdown menus, new smart chips, and emoji comments to Google Docs. Canva is offering a free design course for students, and Microsoft Teams gets a video feedback option. VIEW THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - youtu.be/_CWdP4GuV6o TODAY’S CONTENT: Segment 1 - Google Docs Dropdown Menus and Smart Chips! - “Use new table templates and dropdown ch…

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004. Google Calendar Booking Pages, Flipgrid Mobile Updates, Quizizz Updates, OneNote Live Captions with Translations 15:44

2y ago15:44

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Google gives us Calendly-like appointment booking pages, Flipgrid adds a bunch of updates to the mobile app, plus lets anyone record videos without needing a topic or a group, and Quizizz adds audio and video responses and other features. Also, Microsoft rolls out OneNote Live Captions with translations to almost all users. Plus, I share some corre…

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003 Pageless Google Docs, Seesaw Improvements, and Reading Coach 13:10

2y ago13:10

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Today I share about the new Pageless setting in Google Docs, improvements to how students interact with Seesaw Assignments, Microsoft's announcement of Reading Coach, and some updates to the Reading Progress tool. VIEW THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - youtu.be/ax5EzL1iCDE Today's Resources: “Change a document's page setup: pages or pageless” - https://sup…

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002 ScreenPal, Google Classroom Practice Sets, Updates to Reading Progress 16:47

2y ago16:47

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There’s a new free tool for video comments and video emails, Google is beta testing a formative assessment tool, and Microsoft continues to improve their free tool Reading Progress. Links to Today's Topics: ScreenPal - Video Messaging Extension - Screencast-O-Matic - screencast-o-matic.com/screenpal OKIOLABS OKIOCAM S USB 2-in-1 Webcam & Document C…

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001 Scheduling in Google Classroom, Microsoft Reflect, Gimkit Pro 13:56

2y ago13:56

13:56

Sources and Links Related to Today's Stories: Schedule posts for multiple classes in Google Classroom - workspaceupdates.googleblog.com/2022/03/schedule-posts-across-multiple-classes-in-google-classroom.html DitchThatTextbook.com/101 Reflect in Microsoft Teams for Education - education.microsoft.com/en-us/resource/e1b04065 What’s New in Microsoft T…

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000 Trailer: The EdTech News Brief 4:12

2y ago4:12

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Tune in to hear what to expect from Jake Miller's new podcast The EdTech News Brief! HELP SPREAD THE WORD! Share in your favorite staff lounge or social media platform! If you dig the show, head over to Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, or another podcast review platform and review it! Follow The EdTech News Brief wherever you listen to audio! FEEDBACK! Y…

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Tips for Remote Teaching 1:06:49

3+ y ago1:06:49

1:06:49

In this episode, @MEASCD Executive Director Dr. Leigh Alley and President Matt Drewette-Card (@DrewetteCard) talk tips for remote teaching with our friends @NHASCD Executive Director, Jan Yost, and President-Elect, Steve Lebel. Be sure to follow us on Twitter (@MEASCD), and on Facebook (facebook.com/meascd). Reach out and talk back. Thanks for list…

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Putting the ME in ASCD 38:14

3+ y ago38:14

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Maine ASCD: The Podcast returns for Season 2! We've been off since April because... well... I'm sure most people know why. Things have been crazy, to say the least. Today MEASCD President Matt Drewette-Card (@DrewetteCard) and MEASCD Executive Director Dr. Leigh Alley catch up on what's been happening since April, where MEASCD is now, and where MEA…

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This Too Shall Pass 17:14

4y ago17:14

17:14

Maine ASCD President Matt @DrewetteCard tells a story, talks about hopes and fears, and shares his beliefs on how we will all get through this... together.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maineascd/message

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What Maine's Curriculum Leader of the Year Wishes People Knew About Public Education in America 32:59

4y ago32:59

32:59

Maine ASCD Executive Director, Dr. Leigh Alley, talks with 2019 Maine Curriculum Leader of the Year, Dr. Julie Meltzer, about the Whole Child, democratized access, and what they wish people knew about public education in America.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maineascd/message…

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The Importance Of Connection... Now, More Than Ever 9:18

4y ago9:18

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This episode is nothing fancy, but incredibly important. It‘s about the power and value of CONNECTION, and the impact it can have during a crisis. The message: you matter, and your ideas matter. To share your genius, because your idea that you think isn’t much of anything could be a game changer for someone else. Get connected; stay connected; and …

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February 2020 Member Spotlight: NATALEE STOTZ 25:22

4y ago25:22

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Maine ASCD President has a post-February vacation conversation with our February 2020 Member Spotlight NATALEE STOTZ. They talk about go-to resources, the power of relationships and connections, and the difference in education between rural and urban communities. Follow Natalee on Twitter @nataleestotz, or on Instagram @nstotz. Also connect with us…

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PREVIEW of the 2019 Journal of Maine Education: Reflections on Life in Schools Today 16:31

4y ago16:31

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This episode of Maine ASCD:The Podcast is a preview of the soon-to-be-published JOURNAL OF MAINE EDUCATION. It is the 35th edition, and this years theme is “Reflections on Life in Schools Today.” Special thanks to our editors Beth Schultz & Joyce Turrell for leading, facilitating, and coordinating the article collection and editing process! The jou…

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Spotlight a Member (January 2020): TAMARA RANGER 22:47

4+ y ago22:47

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January 2020 Member Spotlight TAMARA RANGER, Educator Excellence Coordinator for the Maine Department of Education and long time Middle School educator chats with Maine ASCD President Matt Drewette-Card to talk about resources, inspirations, and the power of ENGAGEMENT. Contact her on Twitter @TamaraRanger, or via email (Tamara.Ranger@maine.gov). G…

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Engagement & Challenge with Bill Zima (Marzano Academies) 45:28

4+ y ago45:28

45:28

Maine ASCD Executive Director Dr. Leigh Alley talks Engagement and Challenge with BILL ZIMA, longtime Maine ASCD member and Director of Implementation for Marzano Academies. Topics discussed include rigor, assessment and evaluation, student voice and choice, inspiration, and aspiration. For more information on Marzano Academies, go to http://marzan…

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Humane Education & the Whole Child Interview with Zoe Weil (@HumaneEducation) 38:44

4+ y ago38:44

38:44

Maine ASCD Executive Director, Dr. Leigh Alley, talks Humane Education and the Whole Child with Institute for Humane Education (@HumaneEducation) Co-Founder and President, Zoe Weil. Topics explored include living out the MOGO (Most Good, Least Harm) Principle and the importance recognizing inhumane and unsustainable systems and devising Solutionary…

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Instructional Coaching & the Whole Child featuring Courtney & Matt from MCLA 24:38

4+ y ago24:38

24:38

Matt @DrewetteCard talks with Maine Curriculum Leaders Association’s Executive Director Courtney Belolan (@BelolanC), and President-Elect Matthew Shea (@WinthropDoTL) about Instructional Coaching, imposter syndrome, the importance of learning targets, and planning for the Whole Child. Find out more about MCLA on Twitter @MaineCLA, or on their websi…

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Paula Bourque: Spotlight a Member (December 2019) 26:52

4+ y ago26:52

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Matt @DrewetteCard talks with PAULA BOURQUE (@LitCoachLady)! Follow her blog: LitCoachLady.org. Go to her website: PaulaBourque.Com. Interested in the Maine Literacy Council? Go to www.MaineLiteracyCouncil.org, or Facebook.com/maineliteracycouncil. Follow us @MaineASCD and Facebook.com/MEASCD. Go to our website (www.maineascd.org) for info on upcom…

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Empathy & Kindness with Dr. Leigh Alley 30:44

4+ y ago30:44

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Matt (@DrewetteCard) talks with @MaineASCD Executive Director DR. LEIGH ALLEY about trauma informed schools, empathy, and the role kindness and compassion play in the lives of our learners AND educators. In the end, it’s important to “Stop Ignoring the Casual Cruelties.” Follow us on Twitter (@MaineASCD) & Facebook (Facebook.com/MEASCD). Go to our …

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Jeff Bailey - Supporting, Challenging, and Engaging ALL Learners 39:11

4+ y ago39:11

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Matt @DrewetteCard talks with #edurockstar & 2014 Oxford County Teacher of the Year JEFF BAILEY (@jbailey8) about how he uses technology, flipped classrooms, , personalized learning, and computer science to support, engage, and challenge ALL learners. Follow us on Twitter (@MaineASCD) and go to our website (www.maineascd.org) for information on eve…

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Spotlight a Member: MARY BELLAVANCE 27:23

4+ y ago27:23

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Matt @DrewetteCard chats with Mary Bellavance (@marybellavance), the @MaineASCD Member Spotlight for November 2019! Follow us on Twitter @MaineASCD, & go to our website (www.maineascd.org) for information about becoming a Whole Child Champion and a member (only $40/year... with LOTS of discounts & members-only resources!).--- Send in a voice messag…

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Shannon Shanning: Spotlight A Member 22:08

4+ y ago22:08

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This episode we highlight Shannon Shanning, Maine ASCD President (through 2019) and Maine Teacher of the Year 2013. Follow her on Twitter @sshanning28. While there, also follow Matt @DrewetteCard and us, @MaineASCD. Join us at the ACTEM conference in Augusta on October 11 as we will be sharing the Whole Child framework and certification process thr…

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Dr. Leigh Alley: Spotlight a Member (August 2019] 11:23

4+ y ago11:23

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Matt sits down with Maine ASCD Executive Director Dr. Leigh Alley to discuss her go-to resource, which Whole Child tenets is her strength, what keeps her sane in education, and a bit about professional wrestling.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maineascd/message

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Spotlight a Member: Matt Drewette-Card 8:46

4+ y ago8:46

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Matt Drewette-Card (@DrewetteCard), @MaineASCD President & Curriculum Director for @AOS94ME, talks with... himself ... about being July 2019 “Spotlight a Member.” Plus, a special visit from his feline friend Rambo.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maineascd/message

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Episode 0 - The Preview 4:31

5y ago4:31

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Maine ASCD Board Members Matt Drewette-Card, Shannon Shanning, Leigh Alley, & Mary Bellavance welcome a new adventure: “Maine ASCD: The Podcast.” Hit subscribe and follow us on Twitter @MEASCD!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maineascd/message