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. 

 

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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.

Connect With Gabriel Carrillo

• EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com
• EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites
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• 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!

How To Use Your iPhone As A Document Camera

• https://youtu.be/xcbcRRNfLNc

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Connect With Pat And Kim Bakery

• 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!

YouTube Video Of Keynote

• https://youtu.be/N1YjIAx0GMI

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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!

Connect With Gabriel Carrillo

• EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com
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About Shelly Sanchez Terrell

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. 

Connect With Shelly Sanchez Terrell

• 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!

Connect With Gabriel Carrillo

• EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com
• EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites
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Connect With Jed Stefanowicz

• 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!

Connect With Gabriel Carrillo

• 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

Connect With Lizzie Pérez

• 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!

Connect With Gabriel Carrillo

• EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com
• EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites
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Episodes Referenced

• 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/

In this episode, I reflect upon the 2021-2022 school year. I also challenge all educators to do 3 things over this summer break. This episode was recorded live at the TCEA Elementary Technology Conference in Galveston, Texas while sipping on some Vietnamese coffee. So sit back with your favorite beverage and let's reflect together. Buen provecho!

Connect With Gabriel Carrillo

• 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 reflect upon the 2021-2022 school year. I also challenge all educators to do 3 things over this summer break. This episode was recorded live at the TCEA Elementary Technology Conference in Galveston, Texas while sipping on some Vietnamese coffee. So sit back with your favorite beverage and let's reflect together. Buen provecho!

Connect With Gabriel Carrillo

• 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