Teachers 2 Tech

By Dean Gilbert

This podcast is designed to help teachers (or anyone else) start adding technology skills to their skillset as easily as possible. Each episode will introduce you to some technology. You will hear:... more

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February 26, 2024Learn to Speak Electron
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EP 205 Podcast Show Notes
Date: 2/26/2024
SUMMARY OF EPISODE
If you feel like an outsider when you hear terms like “current” and “transistor” this is your chance to get up to speed. We will define and describe items that are part of electrical and electronic knowledge in basic way to get you comfortable with terms you will read, hear, and use as your develop technical skills.
CHAPTER MARKERS
Introduction to Circuits and Current [0:00]
Explanation of Some Electrical Components [8:14]
RESOURCES & LINKS
Great guide to all the basics, yet in-depth: https://www.allaboutcircuits.com/textbook/
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19min
January 29, 2024Easy Self-Publishing for Fun and Profit
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EP 204 Podcast Show Notes
Date: 1/29/2024
SUMMARY OF EPISODE
Have you ever said to yourself “I know enough about this to write a book” or “This would make a great story”? If you have, today’s episode may be your guide to getting started.
We are going to learn about what it takes to create and publish a book or an ebook, focusing on two popular platforms: Lulu and Kindle Direct Publishing. It’s probably easier than you thought so listen in and get started on your project in almost no time at all.

CHAPTER MARKERS
Introduction [0:00]
How the Process Works [4:35]
International Standard Book Numbers - Why They’re Important, How to Get One [11:29]

RESOURCES & LINKS
Amazon’s guide to getting started with Kindle Direct Publishing - https://kdp.amazon.com/en_US/help/topic/GHKDSCW2KQ3K4UU4
Lulu’s guides and resources - https://www.lulu.com/resources
Bowker’s Identifier Services - myidentifiers.com

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18min
December 18, 2023Video Editing and More
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EP 203 Podcast Show Notes
Date: 12/18/2023
SUMMARY OF EPISODE
In this episode we cover several more of the items that make for good video. Our main discussion will cover editing, but streaming, screencasting, titles, and producing a video file for viewing are all touched on as well as audio and good sources for music and sound effects.
CHAPTER MARKERS
Streaming and screencasting [0:00]
Editing [5:50]
Titles and producing [20:50]
RESOURCES & LINKS
I get NO money from anyone - I just know these resources are some good ones.
Open source editor I sometimes use: https://shotcut.org
Another good open source editor : https://www.openshot.org/
YouTube Audio Library- https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary
Free Music Archive - https://freemusicarchive.org/
Incompetech - https://incompetech.com/
Jamendo - https://www.jamendo.com/start
SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/
CCMixter - https://ccmixter.org/
Freesound - https://freesound.org/
Music is Marathon Man by Jason Shaw

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28min
November 27, 2023Beginning Video in Simple Steps
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EP 202 Podcast Show Notes
Date: 11/27/2023

SUMMARY OF EPISODE

In this episode we cover several of the items that make for good video. How to use lenses and composition plus the basics of lighting are included. There is something here for even the most raw beginner, so dive right in.

In a future episode we will go farther, discussing editing, screencasting, and audio as well to round out the necessary information.

CHAPTER MARKERS
Camera and Lenses [0:00]
Composition [7:51]
Lighting [16:15]

RESOURCES & LINKS

I get NO money from anyone - I just know these resources are some good ones.

Canva article on creating a storyboard: https://www.canva.com/learn/how-to-build-a-storyboard/
Learn the rule of thirds (it’s easy but important at : https://digital-photography-school.com/rule-of-thirds/
Get a great overview of lighting from the camera retailer Adorama: https://www.adorama.com/alc/basic-cinematography-lighting-techniques/
Music is Marathon Man by Jason Shaw
A fantastic overall resource: videomaker.com
For great lessons and examples check out the content the Film Riot channel on YouTube. Don't forget to watch some of their work just for fun.

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28min
October 30, 2023Hands-On Learning with Makerspaces and More
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EP 201 Podcast Show Notes
Date: 10/30/2023
SUMMARY OF EPISODE
Ever wish you had someone nearby who could help you on this journey to tech skills? In this episode we learn about the places you can get hands on experience and become a part of a learning community.
We will also discuss organizations and events that that can help and inspire you.
This could be the episode that sets you on the fast track to tech skills.
CHAPTER MARKERS
Makerspaces [0:00]
Nation of Makers [7:30]
Right to Repair Movement [12:30]
RESOURCES & LINKS
I get NO money from anyone - I just know these resources are some good ones.
Lifehacker article on Makerspaces: https://lifehacker.com/how-to-find-and-get-involved-with-a-hackerspace-in-your-5912598
The organization Nation of Makers can be found at https://www.nationofmakers.us/
Information about Maker Faires and their organization: Make.co
Find and share answers at ifixit.com
Get lots of repair instruction, and order parts, at repairclinic.com
Music is Marathon Man by Jason Shaw
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21min
August 14, 2023Get with the Program(ming)!
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EP 112 Podcast Show Notes
Date: 08/14/2023
SUMMARY OF EPISODE
Do you ever wonder how computer programmers seem to know so much and operate so comfortably with technology? Well it all started with their first programming language. If you are thinking “Oh, I could never do that” I would like to respectfully disagree. Listen to this episode and find out why.
Computer programming is one of the strongest tech skills you can add to your resume, so this could be your ticket to a new life, just as programming was for me.
CHAPTER MARKERS
Intro What do Programming Languages do? [0:00]
How Do They Work? [6:55]
Jobs for Teachers and How to Prepare [8:33]
RESOURCES & LINKS
W3 Schools for well-planned lessons and practice right on the website, both for Javascript and Python w3schools.com
Scratch is located at https://scratch.mit.edu/

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August 07, 2023The Robots Are Gonna Make Our Jobs
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EP 111 Podcast Show Notes
Date: 08/7/2023

SUMMARY OF EPISODE

Everybody seems to have an opinion about robots. Listen to this podcast to find out what they do, how they work, and how teachers can start working their way into the robotics industry.

CHAPTER MARKERS

Intro What Do We Mean by Robots? [0:00]
How Do They Work? [5:24]
Jobs for Teachers and How to Prepare [8:32]

RESOURCES & LINKS

The place to get several of the learning tools for electronics that I mentioned, including the Electronic Playground and Snap Circuits https://www.elenco.com/brands/

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16min
July 31, 2023Legit Software Freebies!
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EP 110 Podcast Show Notes
Date: 07/31/2023

SUMMARY OF EPISODE

I promised that I would introduce you to some low-cost resources. This is the first episode dedicated to freebies. First we will define how copyright and creative commons licenses work, talk a little about free software, then we will dive into examining several very powerful applications that are available free.

NOTE: Nothing in this episode should be considered legal advice. But be careful not to infringe on the rights of creators where their intellectual property is concerned.

CHAPTER MARKERS

Intro, Copyright, Public Domain, an Creative Commons licenses [0:00]
What does open source mean? [5:14]
The Operating System [7:28]

RESOURCES & LINKS

This episode feature the highly useful https://portableapps.com
Music is Marathon Man by Jason Shaw

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14min
July 24, 2023The Raspberry Pi - A Computer You Can Build
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EP 109 Podcast Show Notes
Date: 07/24/2023

SUMMARY OF EPISODE

A short introduction to the Raspberry Pi computer. We discuss what it is, how to work with it, and why you would want one. If you have wanted to learn more about how computers work, but didn't have the time or budget, the Raspberry Pi is for you. Not only will you learn a lot but you will end up with a useful device.

CHAPTER MARKERS

Intro and News Item [0:00]
Components [3:43]
The Operating System [8:15]
Alternate Builds [14:15]

RESOURCES & LINKS
Remember that I do not earn anything from sales, or for that matter from this podcast currently.
This Quick Start Guide is a great Introduction, and the site has a lot of other great resources https://projects.raspberrypi.org/en/projects/raspberry-pi-setting-up/0
One place the kits are in stock https://www.canakit.com/raspberry-pi-4-2gb.html?cid=usd&src=raspberrypi
Great resources at the Raspberry Pi Foundation site https://www.raspberrypi.org/
Shop other versions and vendors https://www.raspberrypi.com/products/
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17min
July 17, 2023Showing Tech Skills on Your Non-Tech Resume
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EP 108 Podcast Show Notes
Date: 07/17/2023

SUMMARY OF EPISODE

Learn how to make your new tech skills clear on a resume even when your career has not included tech jobs.

CHAPTER MARKERS

Characteristics of a Good Resume [0:00]
Readable [2:12]
Relevant [4:45]
Real [6:34]

RESOURCES & LINKS

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Music is Marathon Man by Jason Shaw

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