Rod's Pulse Podcast

By Rodney B. Murray, Ph.D.

"I LEARNED IT ON A PODCAST" -- This podcast is for anyone interested in learning about the latest eLearning technologies.

- Rodney B. Murray, PhD, Northeast Digital Learning Association... more

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April 20, 2023RPP #211: Rob Abel of 1EdTech (aka IMS Global Consortium)
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Interview with Rob Abel, CEO of 1EdTech Consortium (formerly IMS Global Learning Consortium). 1EdTech is "focused on expanding access to edtech innovation in support of breakthrough and evolving educational models in K-12, Higher Ed, and corporate education." We discuss
Rob's backgroundRob Abel
IMS Global transition to 1EdTech
Growth of membership
Standards, certifications, code libraries, reference implementations
Trusted app ecosystem
Digital credentials
Comprehensive Learner Record (CLR)
~900 members
Open Badges (formerly from Mozilla)
Blockchain
Digital micro-credentials
Richer transcripts
Alumni offerings

1EdTech Learning Impact Conference in Anaheim, CA - June 5-8
Podsafe music selection
Air on G String by J.S. Bach performed by UK’s Brunswick Duo
Duration: 46:16
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47min
March 23, 2023RPP #210: Bryan Alexander on AI in Education
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Interview with Bryan Alexander, futurist, educator, speaker, and writer. We discuss AI and its impact on education. Bryan also mentions his new book, Universities on Fire. We discuss
Bryan's background and current activitiesBryan Alexander (and Rod)
Overview of AI, especially generative AI: ChatGPT, Midjourney, Dall-E
New jobs: AI "wrangler" and Bot Manager
Personalized AI bot tutors
Eliminate AI cheating: air-gapped PCs, paper/pencil exams
AI as a pedagogical tool: analysing writing and art to improve learning
ChatGPT as an instrument for "playing the web" & role master for game simulation
Can AI explain itself: sources are important in education
Coming: new AI domains: China, Indian, Christian groups
AI ethics and need for fact checking, combating deep fakes
Military anti-AI technology and use of AI for national security
and much more
Links
RPP #183: Academia Next with Bryan Alexander
RPP #164: Future of Education Discussion with Bryan Alexander
RPP #163: Academia Beyond Millennials with Bryan Alexander
RPP #140: Future Trends: Interview with Bryan Alexander
RPP #129: Interview: Bryan Alexander on the Future of Higher Ed

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Utopian Prince - Create your own AI Music at Jukedeck
Duration: 58:33
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59min
February 15, 2023RPP #209: Edson Barton of YouScience
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Interview with Edson Barton, CEO and Founder of YouScience. YouScience "helps students build confidence and connects their education to best-fit careers in every stage of their journey." We discuss:
Edson Barton, CEO

Edson's background
Making education meaningful
Improving standards in schools and for corporate certifications
Employers say that colleges are not preparing students for the workforce
Alignment of teaching with a student's career path creates engagement, retention, and improved outcomes
Increased dropout rate during pandemic
General studies is fastest growing major but it doesn't prepare students for the workplace
Liberal Arts education has stripped out career orientation
Students discover their aptitude using "brain games"
They learn the "science" of themselves
Employers discover and recruit students who match their needs
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Loving Hank by Debbie Poryes Trio - Jazz Pianist, Composer, Teacher & Vocalist
Duration: 57:26
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58min
January 17, 2023RPP #208 Guillermo Elizondo of Territorium
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Interview with Guillermo Elizondo, CEO of Territorium. "AI-powered competency records for 21st-century learners and employers with over 10 million users worldwide." We discuss:
Guillermo's background and history of TerritoriumGuillermo Elizondo, CEO

Received college credit for building the first App
Define and track competencies currently required by employers
Measure employability, retention, and engagement
Capture learning inside and outside of the classroom
1EdTech(formerly IMS)-certified comprehensive learner record
Portable digital Skills wallet powered by blockchain
Blockchain validated credentials
LMS integration
AI for mapping outcomes to job market requirements
AI career recommendation engine
Coaching institutions to improve curricula
CareerBit mobile app, like FitBit for careers
Podsafe music selection
Vivaldi: Concerto No. 4 in G Minor “Winter” (Allegro movement) from The Four Seasons by the American Baroque Orchestra.
Duration: 36:01
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37min
November 28, 2022RPP #207 William Ryan on Flipped Learning
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Interview with William J. Ryan, Founder & CEO of Ryan Consulting, LLC. We discuss his process that allows learners to interact with instructors and peers to practice, apply and synthesize content in the context of their mutual experience. We discuss:
Dr. Ryan's backgroundWilliam Ryan, CEO
Evolution of web conferencing tools
Impact of the pandemic on remote teaching and learning
Importance of core instructional design models
Creating time for online social interaction
Assimilate, practice, and time for reflection
Integrating Zoom with the LMS
Simplifying and reducing PPT presentations
Don't use polls; just ask questions or use a chat
Upper limits of online class size, and more
Podsafe music selection
"As The Wind Blows" by Kitaro
Duration: 41:02
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42min
October 22, 2022RPP #206 Jeffrey Katzman of Core Learning Exchange
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Interview with Jeffrey Katzman, Founder and CEO of Core Learning Exchange. "Core Learning Exchange (Core-LX) prepares students for postsecondary success, including attaining industry-recognized certifications and credentials." We discuss:
Jeffrey's backgroundJeffrey Katzman, CEO
History of Core-LX
Mastery-based instructional model using badges
Micro-learning playlists using video, simulations, readings, assessments
Career and technical education (CTE)
Over 300 courses for grade 6 through community college
Industry recognized certifications
Impact of Covid on lack of skilled workers and qualified teachers
Life-long learning and building portfolio of skills
Awarded National Catalyzed Challenge Grant
Motto: "Natively Digital for Digital Natives"
Using AI to extract assessment items from text
Core-LX LMS ties into school Student Information System
Hot topics: AI, robotics, logistics

AI Tools
writer.com
width.ai
Podsafe music selection
Vivaldi: Concerto No. 3 in F Major “Autumn” (Allegro movement) by the American Baroque Orchestra.
Duration: 35:30
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36min
September 14, 2022RPP #205 Kimberley Timpf - AlcoholEDU by Vector Solutions
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Interview with Kimberley Timpf, Senior Director of Impact, Vector Solutions. We discuss their AlcoholEdu program. "AlcoholEdu is an evidence-based training designed to prevent risky drinking and other drug use on campus and help students better reach their academic, professional, and personal goals."
Kimberley's backgroundKimberley Timpf
History of Vector Solutions and AlcoholEdu
Drinking and drug use on campus
Impact of Covid
Emotional and physical effects of alcohol, cannabis,
and e-cigarette use
Video-based scenarios to coach students on bystander
intervention techniques
Support and reinforce the decisions of students who
choose not to drink in college
Randomized controlled trials prove the efficacy of
AlcoholEDU
Podsafe Music Selection
"Somebody to Love" by Grace Slick and the Jefferson Airplane at the Monterey Jazz Festival in 1967
Duration: 41:05
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42min
July 20, 2022RPP #204 Phill Miller of Open LMS
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Interview with Phill Miller, Managing Director of Open LMS. Open LMS is "a Moodle™-based LMS platform designed for learners, empowering administrators.' We discuss:
Phill's backgroundPhill Miller
History of Open LMS
Usage boost during Covid
Open LMS acquisitions
Lower cost of ownership
SaaS approach
Partnerships: Safe Assign, Ally, Intelliboard, Class Technologies
Class acquisition of Bb Collaborate
New directions in educational technology
Moodle is the largest LMS worldwide, one of the "Big 4"
First face-to-face Users Conference in Phoenix in October 2022
Links
Class Technologies and Open LMS Partnership
Learning Technologies Group (LTG) Open LMS parent
Accredible digital credential and badge platform
Podsafe music selection
"Summertime" by Brother Love
Duration: 41:11
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42min
June 09, 2022RPP #203: Kyle Shea of AllCampus
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Interview with Kyle Shea, Executive Vice President, Partnership Development at All Campus. "AllCampus is a leading online program management services provider that helps universities evolve their academic programs and exceed the ever-evolving expectations of students." We discuss:
Kyle's backgroundKyle Shea, EVP
History of AllCampus
Online Program Management options:
Program viability, instructional design, curriculum enhancement, marketing, enrollment support, student support and retention
Undergrad/Grad, Credit/non-credit, degrees/certificates, micro-credentials
Impact of Covid-19: new clients and expansion of existing programs
Faculty leaving teaching to learn new skills
Skills in demand by corporations
Synchronous/asynchronous trends for online
Engaging and preparing client faculty
Student support coaches
AllCampus unique services
Podsafe music selection
"California Dreamin" by The Mamas and The Papas
Duration: 33:53
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34min
April 20, 2022RPP #202: Michelle Weise of National University
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Interview with Michelle Weise, Vice Chancellor, Strategy and Innovation, National University. NU offers over 75 programs and four-week classes designed to help students reach their goals while balancing busy lives. A pioneer in online education, NU has offered online classes for over 20 years, as well as classes on-site at locations across California and on select military bases nationwide. We discuss:
Michelle's backgroundDr. Michelle Weise
History of National University
Innovator's dilemma
Unique 4-week terms
Partnership with Amazon
Military and working adult population
Right-sized learning experiences
One-to-one, hybrid, and fully online modalities
Problem-based learning
Badges, micro-credentials, and certificates
Next-generation degree
Skills Compass
AI-powered career navigation tools
Jobs of tomorrow
Links
Long Life Learning: Preparing for Jobs that Don't Even Exist Yet, by Michelle R. Weise
RPP #135: Disruptive Innovation in Education: Interview with Michelle Weise
Podsafe music selection
Vivaldi: Concerto No. 1 in D Major (Spring, 1st Movement) from The Four Seasons by the American Baroque Orchestra
Duration: 41:54
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42min

FAQs about Rod's Pulse Podcast:

How many episodes does Rod's Pulse Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 112 episodes available.