EdTech Bites Podcast

In this episode, I chat with Claudio Zavala while at TCCA. He tells us how he dove into content creation and how his love for Adobe products took his content and career to the next level. This is episode 1 of 11 that were recorded at TCCA. Each episode will be released daily for the next 11 days so make sure you're subscribed to the podcast to hear all about TCCA. Buen Provecho!

This episode is sponsored by Smore. Everyone struggles to keep families informed. That's why Smore offers a one-stop-shop solution for school communications. Their easy-to-use online newsletter tool lets educators create interactive updates that parents actually read. Kickstart communication with templates made for schools. Use features like automatic translation to reach more families. Smore is built with education in mind, which is why it's trusted by educators in nearly every school district in the United States. Help busy parents stay connected to what's going on. And don't rely on a paper flyer to survive the trip home. 

To learn more, visit www.smore.com/podcast?utm_source=edtechbites for an exclusive offer.

• 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

• Claudio's Website: https://iamclaudius.com/
• Claudio Zavala on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/claudiozavalajr/
• Claudio Zavala on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaudioZavalaJr
• Claudio Zavala on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/claudiozavalajr
• Claudio Zavala on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/IAmClaudius

In this episode, I give you 5 ways to rock Darktober! It feels like the longest month of the year for educators and I give you different ways to thrive through it and get through the end of the semester. I do this while enjoying some of my wife's homemade pumpkin bread. Who knows, I might just make a YouTube video showing this recipe. Don't just "survive" through this fall, thrive through it and put your best foot forward for you and your students!

This episode is sponsored by Smore. Everyone struggles to keep families informed. That's why Smore offers a one-stop-shop solution for school communications. Their easy-to-use online newsletter tool lets educators create interactive updates that parents actually read. Kickstart communication with templates made for schools. Use features like automatic translation to reach more families. Smore is built with education in mind, which is why it's trusted by educators in nearly every school district in the United States. Help busy parents stay connected to what's going on. And don't rely on a paper flyer to survive the trip home. 

To learn more, visit www.smore.com/podcast?utm_source=edtechbites for an exclusive offer.

• 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

• https://youtu.be/eQ6D0-Nt7q0

• https://twitter.com/EdTechBites/status/1569664564303634439?s=20&t=6D6dH0AeJ8hLmgKFnDDm5w

In this episode, I ask the question "Are Honors, Advanced Placement, and Dual Credit classes worth it?" This episode stems from years of conversations with friends, family, colleagues, and the observations I've made in the school system. Some might view this as a "coffee fueled rant" but it's one that needs to be had and heard. Check it out for yourself and let me know what you think!

This episode is sponsored by Smore. Everyone struggles to keep families informed. That's why Smore offers a one-stop-shop solution for school communications. Their easy-to-use online newsletter tool lets educators create interactive updates that parents actually read. Kickstart communication with templates made for schools. Use features like automatic translation to reach more families. Smore is built with education in mind, which is why it's trusted by educators in nearly every school district in the United States. Help busy parents stay connected to what's going on. And don't rely on a paper flyer to survive the trip home. 

To learn more, visit www.smore.com/podcast?utm_source=edtechbites for an exclusive offer.

• 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

In this episode, I give you my top 5 reasons why you need to be creating newsletters. Whether you are a district office director, principal, or teacher, you need to be creating newsletters for your department, teaching staff, or parents. Check out the episode and get inspired to start creating your newsletters today! 

This episode is sponsored by Smore. Everyone struggles to keep families informed. That's why Smore offers a one-stop-shop solution for school communications. Their easy-to-use online newsletter tool lets educators create interactive updates that parents actually read. Kickstart communication with templates made for schools. Use features like automatic translation to reach more families. Smore is built with education in mind, which is why it's trusted by educators in nearly every school district in the United States. Help busy parents stay connected to what's going on. And don't rely on a paper flyer to survive the trip home. 

To learn more, visit http://www.smore.com/podcast?utm_source=edtechbites for an exclusive offer.

• 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

In this episode, I pose the question, "Is the document camera officially dead?"  I cover the history and improvements of these tools while I eat some sugar cookies covered in Mango Chamoy. If you'd like to order some of these cookies, check out the links below to connect with Pat And Kim Bakery. Buen provecho!

• https://youtu.be/xcbcRRNfLNc

• 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

• Pat And Kim Bakery on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patandkimbakery/
• Pat And Kim Bakery on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/patandkimbakery
• Pat And Kim Bakery Website: https://www.patandkimbakery.com/

In this episode, I deliver my Beginning of the Year Keynote for the 2022-2023 school year. This episode is giving you food for thought on this school year with the focus on when to "Adjust The Temperature." And what better dish to cook while delivering this keynote than pasta Carbonara.  This episode is also available on YouTube so check it out to see the ingredients and entire cooking process. Buen provecho!

• https://youtu.be/N1YjIAx0GMI

• 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

In this episode, I chat with Shelly Sanchez Terrell to discuss tips and tricks to help you communicate with parents. If you need to call or email a parent regarding something positive or negative, we've got a strategy for you!. Our conversation was recorded at Bakery Lorraine in the historic Pearl of San Antonio. Thank you Jen, for allowing us to record at Bakery Lorraine! And what dessert is best to eat while chatting parent communication? You guessed it. Fruit tarts! It's  great conversation and dessert with an even better guest. Buen provecho!

• 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

Shelly Sanchez Terrell is an award winning digital innovator, international speaker, and author of various education technology books. She has trained teachers in over 20 countries as a guest expert, consultant, and ambassador for the U.S. Embassy. She was named Woman of the Year by the National Association of Professional Women and received a Bammy Award as the founder of #Edchat. She has been recognized by several entities as a leader in the movement of teacher driven professional development as the founder and organizer of various online conferences, Twitter chats, and webinars. She is currently a teacher in Texas and is the author of TeacherRebootcamp.com, Hacking Digital Learning with Edtech Missions, and The 30 Goals Challenge for Teachers. 

• Shelly's Website: https://www.shellyterrell.com/
• Shelly's Blog: http://teacherrebootcamp.com/
• Shelly's Twitter: https://twitter.com/ShellTerrell
• Shelly's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shellyterrell
• Shelly's Books On Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Shelly-Sanchez-Terrell/e/B00L2Q8CV0?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1658877742&sr=8-1

In this episode, I chat with Jed Stefanowicz about his book "Take AIM At Digital Learning". This book was released through X-Factor Publishing and is available now. We chat about what "AIM" means while we chow down on some tacos. It's a great conversation filled with nuggets for all educators in this post-pandemic world we're in. Grab a couple of tacos and get ready to learn ways to engage learners through Digital Learning. Buen provecho!

• 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

• Jed Stefanowicz Blog: https://stefanowiczclass.blogspot.com
• Jed Stefanowicz Twitter: https://twitter.com/Stefanowicz135
• Take AIM At Digital Learning On Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Take-AIM-Digital-Learning-Activate/dp/1990566138/ref=sr_1_1?crid=34U0RX8Y5F96Z&keywords=take+aim+at+digital+learning&qid=1657131303&sprefix=take+aim+at+%2Caps%2C97&sr=8-1

In this episode, I chat with Lizzy Pérez over some HTeaO iced tea. We chat ways educators could be more effective and efficient with Calendars, Tasks, and Reminders. Buen provecho!

• 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

• Lizzie's Website: www.lizzy-perez.com
• Lizzie's Twitter: www.twitter.com/LizzyPerezLLC
• Lizzie's Instagram: www.instagram.com/lizzyperezllc
• Lizzie's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/lizzy.perez.35

This episode is a 5 year celebratory episode of the show. This show launched June 28th, 2017 and this anniversary episode dropped June 28th, 2022. In this episode, I chat with prior guests while at ISTE 2022 in New Orleans and ask them all the same question. The question is "If you could go back in time 5 years and tell your past self one piece of advice, what would it be?" While you listen to these responses, think about how you would answer that same question. Feel free to respond to this question on Twitter. Look for my Tweet with this question and who knows, I might just pick a random responder to win a Starbuck's gift card. Thank you for your continued support of the show and I look forward to 5, 10, or even 15 more years of The EdTech Bites Podcast. Buen provecho!

• 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

• Ep. 2 w/ Brain Smith: https://edtechbites.com/2017/06/30/ep-2-brian-and-donuts/
• Ep. 90 w/ Brianna Hodges, Carl Hooker, and Tom Murray: https://edtechbites.com/2021/05/24/ep-90-2020-2021-wrap-up-w-brianna-carl-and-tom/
• Ep. 84 w/ Carl Hooker: https://edtechbites.com/2021/02/09/ep-84-carl-remote-learning-sustainability-and-pizza/
• Ep. 6 w/ Jaime Donally: https://edtechbites.com/2017/08/17/ep-6-jaime-carne-asada-fries-and-forehead-juice/
• Ep. 55 w/ Jenallee: https://edtechbites.com/2020/02/13/ep-55-jenallee-and-tcea-2020/
• Ep. 28 w/ Katie Novak: https://edtechbites.com/2018/07/24/ep-28-the-smart-see-summit-and-building-your-pln/
• Ep. 70 w/ Kris Szajner: https://edtechbites.com/2020/08/04/ep-70-kris-seesaw-updates-and-perogies/
• Ep. 56 w/ Tisha Poncio: https://edtechbites.com/2020/02/25/ep-56-tisha-digital-citizenship-and-digital-literacy/
• Ep. 88 w/ Tom Murray: https://edtechbites.com/2021/04/13/ep-88-thomas-murray-authentic-edtech-integration-and-wings/
• Ep. 11 w/ Dan Kreiness: https://edtechbites.com/2017/10/19/ep-11-leadership-dan-and-desserts/
• Ep. 81 w/ Al Thomas: https://edtechbites.com/2020/12/30/ep-81-whats-in-your-tech-bag-w-al-thomas/
• Ep. 57 w/ Eric Curts: https://edtechbites.com/2020/03/10/ep-57-eric-self-care-and-fatty-brisket/
• Ep. 13 w/ Claudio Zavala: https://edtechbites.com/2017/10/28/ep-13-claudio-singasong-and-west-coast-eats/