ACEd Tech

ACEd Tech

By Mr.G @eduGOOGdroidEducation
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ACEd Tech episodes

  • 13 - G Suite Updates & Tech News
    G Sweet Ideas

    Google for Educations Updates

    • Chart elements will have unique colors.
      • https://gsuiteupdates.googleblog.com/2019/01/assign-unique-colors-to-chart-elements.html
      • Now we can embed Google Drawings in docs
        • https://gsuiteupdates.googleblog.com/2019/01/embed-google-drawings-in-google-docs.html
        • Phone Text messages from Google Calendar is going away.
          • https://gsuiteupdates.googleblog.com/2018/11/google-calendar-sms-notifications-to-be-removed.html
          • The legacy Uninstall apps in the Google admin console is going away since the On Off feature is available.
            • https://gsuiteupdates.googleblog.com/2018/12/admin-console-uninstall-functionality.html
            • The old Google Contacts is going away. Visit Contacts.google.com
              • https://gsuiteupdates.googleblog.com/2018/11/timeline-to-move-users-to-new-google.html
              • Coming in the near future, Google Docs will use machine learning technology to recognize and help correct potential grammar errors in real time.
              • In the future, Google Drive will Enable users without Google accounts to securely view, comment, suggest changes, and edit files using a pin code.
              • In the future, Team Drive will Allows you and your users to grant additional access to subfolders within a Team Drive.
                • 7 min
              • 12 - Thinking Visually with Omar Lopez
                Omar Lopez
                • Teacher - Irene Garcia Middle School - La Joya ISD
                • 8th grade Science
                  • Previously taught 7th and 8th grade ELA as well
                  • Avid Sketchnoter
                    • Graphic Recorder
                    • Twitter: @OmarLopez0207
                      • ACEd Topic
                      Visual Thinking = Thinking Visually
                      • Hope to spark or reaffirm interest in thinking visually.
                      • Goal of educators: find the best way to help students learn

                        • Intro

                        • Asking others to visualize is natural - almost automatic!
                        • Putting ideas into a visual - Thinking Visually or Visual Thinking
                        • Popularity of Sketchnoting or Visual thinking products?

                          • II. What is Visual Thinking?

                          • Visual thinking is a way of conveying something complex – a concept or a process – in a way that is easy to see and understand - others or self.
                          • It’s a way of seeing words as a series of images, pictures or symbols.
                          • Doesn’t have to be an illustration.
                          • Example: Annotated article - highlighted, symbols, underlined words, notes to the side
                          • Don’t have to be an artist to be a visual thinker!
                          • Quote: “Visual thinking does not mean replacing the word “car” with a drawing of a car. And being a good visual thinker has absolutely nothing to do with your ability to draw. ”

                            • III. Benefits of Thinking Visually

                            • Target different learning styles
                            • Auditory learners listen and draw key ideas
                            • Helps with spatial awareness
                            • Kinesthetic - gallery walk
                            • Hands on or tactile -  Ex: using Legos
                            • Especially helpful for English Language Learners (ELLs)
                            • Studies support it drawing as a cognitive learning practice
                            • It’s easy to do - drawn map vs written directions!
                            • Students take ownership
                            • Visual information is processed more quickly than text.
                            • Improve retention of information and deeper understanding
                            • There is no wrong way of doing it

                              • IV. Tools

                              • Analog - Common inexpensive way - more accessible
                              • Colored pens markers and paper
                              • Favorite Personal tool: iPad Pro with Apple Pencil
                              • Devices in school
                              • As an educator and for student use:
                              • Google Slides and Spark Post - same username
                              • Icon add-on on Slides
                              • Easy to insert what they see in their heads
                              • Less time consuming
                              • Collaboration
                              • Initially - strict and specific parameters
                              • Tailored and prescriptive objectives
                              • As Students progress more freedom is given
                              • Focused visuals help with STAAR writing -
                              • Deeper development of ideas
                              • Supporting DETAILS
                              • Flow and coherence
                                • 1 hr 4 min
                              • 11 - Emojis to Get Collaboration Kicked Off with Lindsay Foster
                                Lindsay Foster
                                • Burleson Independent School District
                                • Learning Technologies Coach
                                • Learning Technologies Department
                                • Twitter: @BSGSCSFoster
                                • Website: bisdlearntech.com
                                • BA in Elementary Education
                                • M Ed in Curriculum & Instruction with an emphasis in Technology Integration
                                  • ACEd Topic
                                  Topic
                                  • Assists with labeling files
                                    • Drive
                                    • Topics in Google Classroom
                                    • Assists ELL/ESL and primary learners
                                      • Identifying topics in Google Classroom
                                      • Reading directions in documents, slides, etc.
                                      • Create exit tickets
                                        • Example
                                        • Create writing prompts
                                          • Emoji Book Snaps
                                          • Eric Curts’ Emoji Writing Prompt Generator
                                          • Create or illustrate word problems
                                          • Create a rubric
                                            • Flipgrid Reaction Guide
                                            • Examples of ways to use emojis
                                              • 48 min
                                            • 10 - Simplify Life Using Google Home with Story Speaker
                                              Story Speaker
                                              • Built by Mike Lacher & Nicole He
                                              • Experiment for Google Home
                                              • A simple way to build interactive stories without coding
                                                • G Sweet Ideas

                                                Google for Educations Updates

                                                • It’s easier to find info on managed mobile devices and reset their passwords.
                                                  • https://gsuiteupdates.googleblog.com/2018/10/insight-google-managed-devices.html
                                                  • https://gsuiteupdates.googleblog.com/2018/10/reset-passwords-lock-devices-google-mdm.html
                                                  • The Gmail API will allow Gmail delegates to read, send, and delete messages as well as view and add contacts.
                                                    • https://gsuiteupdates.googleblog.com/2018/10/gmail-api-delegate-access.html
                                                    • Gmail now allows for apps like Dropbox to attach links directly from Gmail itself.
                                                      • https://gsuiteupdates.googleblog.com/2018/10/compose-actions-in-gmail-add-ons.html
                                                      • Government backed attacks are now set by default
                                                        • https://gsuiteupdates.googleblog.com/2018/10/alerts-for-government-backed-attacks.html
                                                        • Now the Google Sign-In Prompt can show on all your phones by changing settings for 2-step verification.
                                                          • https://gsuiteupdates.googleblog.com/2018/10/google-sign-in-prompts-on-all-devices.html
                                                          • Hangouts Chat app on windows or mac can now use SSO or security keys.
                                                            • https://gsuiteupdates.googleblog.com/2018/10/securely-log-in-to-hangouts-chat.html
                                                            • Room insight data is now available to export as a CSV spreadsheet.
                                                              • https://gsuiteupdates.googleblog.com/2018/10/export-csv-file-of-room-insights-data.html
                                                              • You can now add real time captions to your google slides
                                                                • https://gsuiteupdates.googleblog.com/2018/10/automatic-real-time-captions-google-slides.html
                                                                • You can now use the Explore feature to import images from different G Suite files.
                                                                  • https://gsuiteupdates.googleblog.com/2018/10/insert-images-and-charts-from-explore-docs-and-slides.html
                                                                  • Team Drive changes the role names and adds a new one called Content Manager.
                                                                    • https://gsuiteupdates.googleblog.com/2018/10/new-team-drives-role-and-names-migration.html
                                                                    • Smart compose is now available in Gmail.
                                                                      • https://gsuiteupdates.googleblog.com/2018/09/gmail-smart-compose-gsuite.html
                                                                        • 12 min
                                                                      • 9 - Strategic Selection & Integration of Ed Tech with Sarah Ostorga
                                                                        Sarah Ostorga
                                                                        • Juarez Lincoln high school, la joya isd
                                                                        • Science Teacher and campus pr rep
                                                                        • Cal lab/ science dept.
                                                                        • sarahostorga.blogspot.com (Electronic Portfolio- has everything)
                                                                        • B.S. in Biology Minor in Chemistry & Minor in Psychology/ pending graduation this dec 2018 M.S. in Educational Technology with a certificate in Electronic Learning and a certificate in Technology Leadership.
                                                                          • ACEd Topic
                                                                          Topic
                                                                          • When it comes to choosing Google, Android, Apple, or any tool for Education, in my experience, the selection and integration of tools in a school setting does not always integrate a strategic approach. In most cases, when technology is selected the primary focus is finances. Although that is an important factor when selecting Educational technology it should not be the sole factor. Also the selection is sometimes done too quickly. Good decisions can be made when we take time to think them through. In the case of Educational Technology this is essential factor to making the best selections. At this time I am taking a Technology Leadership Course where we are learning about all of the steps to strategically select and integrate Educational Technology in a K-12, University, and Corporate setting. Some of the steps and what they entail are as follows:
                                                                          • Strategic Selection & Integration of Ed Tech:
                                                                            • Planning Your Technology Initiatives
                                                                              • Have an organization Technology Plan Ex: District Technology Plan for Education
                                                                              • Selecting Your Technology Solutions
                                                                                • Thinking through Options
                                                                                • Performing a Build Versus Buy Analysis
                                                                                • Selecting Software for Classrooms
                                                                                • Dealing with Hardware
                                                                                • Evaluating Human Resources (what is realistically available currently)
                                                                                • Choosing and Preparing a Site where the technology would be implemented (example making sure there are projectors drops if preparing to utilize smart boards)
                                                                                • Analyzing Costs and Establishing a Budget
                                                                                • Vendor/Contractor Qualifications
                                                                                • Legal Issues
                                                                                • Comparing Costs to Benefits (This would be a crucial step to include those that will be involved in using the tool)
                                                                                • Make a decision
                                                                                • Training for Your Technology
                                                                                  • Who Should Receive Professional Development?
                                                                                  • What Types of Professional Development are Needed?
                                                                                  • Professional Development for Novice Users
                                                                                  • Professional Development for Advanced Users
                                                                                  • Professional Development for Technical Support Personnel
                                                                                  • When Should Professional Development Be Provided?
                                                                                  • Who Should Deliver Professional Development?
                                                                                  • Developing an In-House Training Staff
                                                                                  • Using Software Application Training Materials
                                                                                  • Where Should Professional Development Be Provided?
                                                                                  • When is Additional Training Needed?
                                                                                  • What about Training Students?
                                                                                  • Professional Development Goals
                                                                                  • Evaluating Professional Development Programs
                                                                                  • Possible Indicators for Assessing Technology-Related Professional Development
                                                                                    • 50 min
                                                                                  • 8 - Creating Videos to Show Learning with Nancy Penchev
                                                                                    Nancy Penchev
                                                                                    • Organization Scheck Hillel Community School in North Miami Beach, Florida
                                                                                    • I LAB instructor and Instructional Technology Coordinator for the lower school
                                                                                    • Technology and Project based learning based on what students are learning in their Social Studies class for grades K-5, grades 3 and 4 also come for a coding course
                                                                                    • www.nancypenchev.com
                                                                                    • @penchevable on Twitter, Instagram, Youtube
                                                                                    • BA Elementary, MS in Early Childhood, Instructional Tech, Google 1 certified and working toward 2
                                                                                      • ACEd Topic
                                                                                      Topic
                                                                                      • Magis.to
                                                                                      • Magisto is an easy to use app that is free or paid. The free version gives you shorter videos. I found it valuable enough to get the paid version.
                                                                                      • It allows you to make movies that look like they took a lot of time and effort, but in reality the program does all the work.
                                                                                      • Simple how to. Select your pictures and videos you want included, click next. Now you get to select the style that makes it look professional.
                                                                                      • You can select no filter, but I love the way it looks with the special effect with the different styles. Now you select your soundtrack. Click the play button to hear your options. You can filter by types of music to make sure you can find the type you want. For example if you don’t want vocals, you can pick instrumental. If you want to use no music or your own, touch the three dots on the top and select your choice. Now add your title and review your choices. When everything is to your liking, click make a movie. While your film is processing you do not have to remain on the app.
                                                                                      • You will get a notification and an email when it’s ready. Once it is processed you can save or edit the movie. Then you will be able to make it public or private, post it to social media or email it.
                                                                                      • Magisto also allows you to download the movie to your device.
                                                                                        • 32 min
                                                                                      • 7 - Funding Classroom Tech with Minerva Garza
                                                                                        Minerva Garza
                                                                                        • Palmira Mendiola Elementary at La Joya ISD
                                                                                        • 4th Grade Dual Language
                                                                                        • All Subjects
                                                                                        • @MinnieEDU
                                                                                        • Google Certified Educator
                                                                                        • DonorsChoose Ambassador
                                                                                          • ACEd Topic
                                                                                          Topic
                                                                                          • http://MrsG.fyi/DonorsChoose
                                                                                          • History-In 2000, Charles Best, a teacher at a Bronx public high school
                                                                                          • Little House on the Prairie
                                                                                          • Charles thought about all the money he and his colleagues were spending on books, art supplies, and other materials.
                                                                                          • Charles created a website where teachers could post classroom project requests, and donors could choose the ones they wanted to support.
                                                                                          • His colleagues posted the first 11 requests.
                                                                                          • Who  qualified?-teachers, librarians, and guidance counselors OF public schools
                                                                                          • USA Only
                                                                                          • Some school districts do not allow this
                                                                                          • If you don’t, there are some other options which we will talk about.
                                                                                          • What are the steps create an account? describe you classroom, chose the materials you need from the different vendors, describe your project.  Submit your project for approval.  Once it's live promote it for a better chance of getting funded
                                                                                          • Once project is funded what happens? Donors choose will mail you requested.  In addition some projects required pictures, thank you letters from the students.
                                                                                          • Tips- Always have a project up, you never know when it might get founded or Donors Choose has some foundging option.  Keep first project under or close $400.  Don’t get discouraged if projects don’t get founded
                                                                                          • What technology  have you gotten funded?  Chromebooks, headphones, printer, laminating machine, library books, art supplies
                                                                                          • Is it only for technology? Professional development.  I went to ISTE 2017 at San Antonio and a Educational Technology Conference at South Padre Island hosted by Region 1 during May
                                                                                          • 501c3
                                                                                          • Non school related crowdfunding websites.
                                                                                            • GoFundMe
                                                                                            • Kickstarter
                                                                                            • School Related
                                                                                              • Adopt a Classroom
                                                                                              • PledgeCents
                                                                                                • Currently Championed by Alice Keeler
                                                                                                • http://MrsG.fyi/PledgeCents
                                                                                                  • 27 min
                                                                                                • 6 - Podcasting with Christopher Nesi
                                                                                                  Christopher J. Nesi
                                                                                                  • New Brunswick High School, New Brunswick, NJ
                                                                                                  • Teacher
                                                                                                  • Social Studies
                                                                                                  • chrisnesi.com
                                                                                                  • Twitter @mrnesi
                                                                                                  • Instagram @houseofedtech (and Twitter)
                                                                                                  • BA History, MA Curriculum & Intsruction
                                                                                                  • Host of House of #EdTech and PodcastPD Podcasts
                                                                                                  • Founder of Education Podcast Network
                                                                                                  • Named a 2018 top-100 EdTech Influencer by EdTech Digest.
                                                                                                    • Podcasting
                                                                                                    • Details on how to create podcasts visit
                                                                                                      • chrisnesi.com/96
                                                                                                      • chrisnesi.com/97
                                                                                                      • chrisnesi.com/98
                                                                                                      • Mr G’s Experience
                                                                                                      • Listener Avatar
                                                                                                      • Any body can start a show
                                                                                                      • Podcast for Professional Development
                                                                                                      • Spreaker.com
                                                                                                        • Free
                                                                                                        • Use your phone for creating content
                                                                                                        • Podbean.com
                                                                                                        • Create a rundown document
                                                                                                        • Use a picture to talk to for monologue
                                                                                                        • Time management
                                                                                                        • Great quality audio with Dynamic Microphone
                                                                                                          • AT 2005
                                                                                                          • ATR 2100
                                                                                                          • Sampson Q2U
                                                                                                          • Even if there is another podcast about your topic of choice, you still can
                                                                                                            • 1 hr 21 min
                                                                                                          • 5 - Raspberry Pi with Efren Rodriguez
                                                                                                            Efren Rodriguez
                                                                                                            • Chemistry and Computer Science Teacher
                                                                                                            • Science Dept
                                                                                                            • Port Isabel High School, Point Isabel ISD
                                                                                                            • RGVSA Board Member
                                                                                                            • @EfrenR 
                                                                                                            • Chaper Leader GEG-SOUTX
                                                                                                            • GCE Level 2
                                                                                                            • Raspberry Pi Certified Educator
                                                                                                              • Raspberry Pi
                                                                                                              • Why R.Pi
                                                                                                                • $35 Computer
                                                                                                                • Over 7 Programming Languages
                                                                                                                • PiTop
                                                                                                                  • Kickstarter
                                                                                                                  • PiCademy
                                                                                                                  • RGVSA
                                                                                                                  • Whole Drive is an SD Card
                                                                                                                    • Same R. Pi
                                                                                                                    • Different SDs
                                                                                                                    • Scratch
                                                                                                                      • Block Programming
                                                                                                                      • Python
                                                                                                                        • Typing
                                                                                                                        • Light Up LED
                                                                                                                        • GPIO Pins
                                                                                                                        • Maker Movement
                                                                                                                        • Sonic Pi
                                                                                                                          • By a DJ
                                                                                                                          • Minecraft
                                                                                                                            • Solo
                                                                                                                            • Programs which will create buildings
                                                                                                                            • Google AIY
                                                                                                                              • Artificial Intelligence
                                                                                                                              • Sold on Target
                                                                                                                              • Vision Past Camera
                                                                                                                              • Android Things
                                                                                                                                • 57 min
                                                                                                                              • 4 - Google Meet with Alfonso Mendoza
                                                                                                                                Alfonso Mendoza
                                                                                                                                • District Instructional Software Specialist
                                                                                                                                • @TechTeacher1381
                                                                                                                                • Degree in Business Administration from UTPA.
                                                                                                                                • 12 years in education.
                                                                                                                                  • Taught high school and elementary.
                                                                                                                                    • Google Meet
                                                                                                                                    • Use phones
                                                                                                                                    • Remote Meetings
                                                                                                                                    • Remote Professional Development
                                                                                                                                    • Share info
                                                                                                                                    • Remote Classes
                                                                                                                                    • Home-bound Students
                                                                                                                                    • Join the call
                                                                                                                                      • Generic Hangouts: 25
                                                                                                                                      • G Suite Meet: 50
                                                                                                                                      • Mobile Tech Lab
                                                                                                                                        • http://www.lajoyaisd.com/2017/09/mobile-tech-lab-introduced-at-la-joya-isd/
                                                                                                                                          • 1 hr 19 min

                                                                                                                                        About ACEd Tech

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                                                                                                                                        The podcast on Google for Education & Android. This is Mr.G's journey in Educational Technology while learning from different EdTech Leaders.