EdTech Bites Podcast

In this episode, I chat with Kris Szajner to discuss all of the updates coming to Seesaw this fall. In addition, Kris schools me when it comes to Polish Perogies. We go over each individual update to the platform and different ways to use these updates inyour classroom. So strap in and take notes because we're going to learn ya'! Buen provecho!

​Kris Szajner is a Technology Integration Specialist for Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools in Prior Lake Minnesota. In this position, Kris works to improve the instructional practices of teachers with a focus on Google, Seesaw, and iOS devices in grades PreK-5.

​Kris is a former Kindergarten STEM teacher which allows him to share innovative, and relevant practices that are impactful for any age student. Kris shares his work and ideas through his website www.kszajner.com and is a regular presenter across the nation.

​Kris holds a bachelor's degree in elementary education, a master's degree in special education, and a specialization in technology integration. His ideas around technology rich instructional practices are regularly seen on social media.

• Kris' Website
• Kris' Twitter
• Kris' Instagram
• Kris' Facebook

In this episode, I chat with Eddie Moreno, middle school teacher and athletic coordinator. Eddie gives us the scoop on how he and the other coaches adapted to this quarantine and leveraged edtech to conduct a virtual athletics camp to engage the students. If you'd like to check out some of what they're doing, check out the Nimitz Middle School Facebook Page and comb through their videos. Buen provecho!

In this episode, I chat with Marshall Escamilla of the Tumble Science Podcast to discuss their upcoming podcourse that will be available July 28th. This course will make you think twice about what's living around you in your home. Marshall currently lives in Barcelona, Spain so he also shares a refreshing gazpacho recipe with us. So kick your feet up with a glass of gazpacho and enjoy. Buen provecho!

In this episode, I chat with Dr. Jesse Fidelio to discuss how we can address social emotional learning through student voice. We bring up some apps and examples of how this can be done as well as ways education will change in the 2020-2021 school year. He also lets us know where to grab some good grub when in South Padre Island, Texas. Buen provecho!

In this episode, I'm joined by Dena Orfanitopoulos to discuss how to get started with Teachers Pay Teachers all while eating some homemade macarons. It's a great conversation in which she covers hardware, software, and other things needed to start your own Teachers Pay Teachers store. So grab a macaron and enjoy. Buen provecho!

In this episode, I chat professional development for teachers with Matthew Joseph. He's a native of Massachusetts so it would only be ideal to also discuss New England eats including what to and what not to order when going to Fenway Park. So get ready to get your professional development on! Buen provecho!

In this episode, I chat with Nichole Carter to discuss Sketchnotes, Bullet Journals, and some pretty handy TikTok cooking recipes. She defines sketchnotes and goes over the different elements included in sketchnotes and why they are such a great way for us to retain information. We also discuss her book, "Sketchnoting In The Classroom". Buen provecho!

In this episode, I discuss how Covid 19 and police brutality have affected our children. I do not discuss any edtech or food in this episode. The current events are way too important to overlook and how they have changed what our classrooms, virtual classrooms, and dinner table conversations sound like.

Have you noticed delays in your child's progress during distance learning? Have you asked yourself "I see this at home alone, I can't imagine with 30 other students in the class!". In this episode, I chat with Ori Hofnung, founder of GiantLeap. His product evaluates the child and then creates a plan to improve on the areas the child needs to fill in gaps. He comes from humble beginnings and has sought out to help parents help their children. Buen provecho!

Bienvenidos al episodio 61 del EdTech Bites Podcast. En este episodio, hablo con Pamela Buenrostro sobre cómo la pandemia global está afectando el sistema educativo en México y la comida china. Buen provecho!