Tech Lasso

Tech Lasso

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Tech Lasso episodes

  • E22 - A Discussion on AI in Education with Brandie Wright and Nancye Blair Black from ISTE

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) has existed since the 1950s, and yet since late November 2022, the discussion around AI has taken hold in all sectors of the world. In this episode, Brandie Wright and Nancye Blair Black join ITO Coordinators Scott Moss, Christopher Hoang, and Cathy Rodriguez to discuss AI, why we engage in the use of it, and remind us that AI is just another technology tool. Additionally, they reinforce the notion that we need to question how and when we use it and that we cannot trust it to be objective.


    To learn more about the ISTE AI program visit iste.org/ai or check out the HyperDoc that the ITO Coordinators created for the ISTE AI Program.


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    Please note: The views expressed in the podcast are those of the presenters and may not be endorsed by the Los Angeles County Office of Education.  

    50 min
  • E21: A Roundtable Discussion on Technology Use in the Classroom

    Erica Aguirre returns with a fellow teacher, Thomas Phelps, to discuss and address questions and concerns that two parents, Jared Tafua and Erin Sheppard, have about what goes on in the classroom, particularly with the use of technology.


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    Please note: The views expressed in the podcast are those of the presenters and may not be endorsed by the Los Angeles County Office of Education.  


    39 min
  • E20 - A Discussion about Social Media, Influencers, and Safety with Pamela Price and Jared Tafua

    Social media is the norm. From Twitter to Instagram to YouTube to Discord to Facebook and so forth, social media is readily accessible to all individuals connected to the internet. Influencers have become more and more of the norm, and today we have Pamela Price, a micro-influencer, and Jared Tafua, a parent, to discuss social media use, what influencers are, and how to be safe when online and how to keep our children safe.

    Pamela Price lives with a rare disease, Behcet. However, she doesn't let this limit who she is or what she can do, rather she utilizes social media as an outlet to connect others with the same disease, to encourage and inspire others, like her, to keep striving for the best, and to just enjoy life and all the greatness it has to offer.

    You can find and follow Pamela Price on Instagram at Pamdrelaline.

    Jared Tafua is a parent that has two amazing daughters and like many other parents that listen to this podcast, wants to ensure that he can educate his daughters in the proper use of technology and while also being safe.

    You can find Jared Tafua on Instagram at JaredTafua.


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    You can also follow Christopher Hoang at Instagram at ⁠Choangy⁠.

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    Please note: The views expressed in the podcast are those of the presenters and may not be endorsed by the Los Angeles County Office of Education.  

    39 min
  • E19: A Discussion on Identity and STEM Identity with Ella Farinas and Dr. Toutoule Ntoya

    Dr. Toutoule Ntoya shares that your identity is your North Star. It is what guides you, grounds you, and motivates you. How we view ourselves and how we view our abilities can be attributed to how we identify ourselves. Yet, what is a STEM Identity? Listen as Ella Farinas and Dr. Ntoya discuss with ITO Coordinators Christopher Hoang and Scott Moss the concept of an identity and how we can apply it to the STEM field.

    Ella Farinas has been in public education for 17 years. She is an instructional coach and STEM Specialist for the Pasadena Unified School District. She has a BA in Child Development and an MA in Education with a specialization in K-8 Science from California State University, Los Angeles. She is a doctoral candidate at Loyola Marymount University's Educational Leadership for Social Justice program. She is passionate about coaching for equity and culturally responsive & sustaining teaching. Her research interests include identity development in education, the role of intersectionality & positionality in educational leaders, particularly for Asian American women, and developing STEM identity in girls and students of color. She loves her family, roller skating, and noodles.

    Dr. Toutoule Ntoya is an educator with over 15 years of experience and entrepreneur dedicated to helping students achieve by 1.) working with teachers in professional development and cognitive coaching to implement curricula and 2.) working with students directly using learning and motivational strategies.


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    Tech Lasso is produced in collaboration with the ⁠⁠Instructional Technology Outreach (ITO) Coordinators⁠⁠ with support from the ⁠⁠Technology, Learning & Support Services Department.⁠⁠   


    Please note: The views expressed in the podcast are those of the presenters and may not be endorsed by the Los Angeles County Office of Education.  


    45 min
  • E18 - Melanie Mendoza: Microsoft in Education

    In this episode, Melanie Mendoza discusses with Chris and Mark about her life growing up as a product of East Los Angeles, cybersecurity, and Minecraft. She shares with us how technology she sees technology as an equalizer in society, what Microsoft is doing to support schools, and what Minecraft in Education offers.


    Melanie Mendoza is an Account Representative at Microsoft that supports Los Angeles County under the education side. Her goal is to support all educators and students be successful with the use of Microsoft products and the implementation of them within the classroom for accessibility and inclusivity. She is always available to support and help. You can reach her at [email protected]


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    Tech Lasso is produced in collaboration with the Instructional Technology Outreach (ITO) Coordinators with support from the Technology, Learning & Support Services Department.   

    Please note: The views expressed in the podcast are those of the presenters and may not be endorsed by the Los Angeles County Office of Education.  

    The podcast is recorded and produced with Soundtrap for Education, Zoom and Microsoft Teams.  

    This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. 

    Music credits: Soundtrap.com, Bensound.com    

    Graphics: Canva.com 


    41 min
  • E17 - Sue Thotz: Media Literacy is Common Sense

    In this episode, Sue Thotz from Common Sense Media shares with Chris Hoang and Scott Moss the importance of Media Literacy. She provides examples as to how this is applicable to our everyday lives and why it is important for our students to become aware of what they are consuming, especially as deep fakes begin to emerge. She also shares different examples from the Common Sense Media curriculum that parents, guardians, and educators can utilize to help students better equipped to navigate the various types of media they consume.


    Sue Thotz is the Director of Outreach for Common Sense Media. Which, as the name implies, focuses on common sense with media. Common Sense Media’s mission is to change that and believes that works to make the digital world better for kids and their families. They acknowledge that most technology wasn't built with kids in mind, they were built for adults. As a result, we need to educate and support our kids with understanding how to use the technology in a positive way.

    If you have recommendations or feedback for us, please ⁠complete this form⁠. Additionally, we'd love to hear from you on social media or by email: 

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    Tech Lasso is produced in collaboration with the ⁠Instructional Technology Outreach (ITO) Coordinators⁠ with support from the ⁠Technology, Learning & Support Services Department.⁠   

    Please note: The views expressed in the podcast are those of the presenters and may not be endorsed by the Los Angeles County Office of Education.  

    The podcast is recorded and produced with Soundtrap for Education, Zoom and Microsoft Teams.  

    This work is licensed under a ⁠Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License⁠. 

    Music credits: Soundtrap.com, Bensound.com    

    Graphics: Canva.com 


    46 min
  • E16 - Erin Dowd: ISTE - Inspiring and Setting the Tech Standards in Education

    There are many organizations out there that try to promote the use of technology in education, however, the non-profit International Society for Technology in Education (or ISTE), is considered the leader in this. Erin Dowd, Program Manager for ISTE, joins Chris Hoang and Cathy Rodriguez as we discuss digital citizenship, the ISTE standards, and what the seal of alignment is.  

    Erin Dowd has been an educator, education consultant, writer, and presenter for almost two decades. She holds a master’s degree in Global and International Education from Drexel University. She frequently presents at conferences worldwide, including ISTE, ASCD Empower, and AFS on global education and creativity topics. She is a founding ambassador of the Teach SDGs movement and serves on the advisory board for Honduras Child Alliance. Most recently, she published her debut middle grade mystery novel titled Shipshape and is currently working on her second. A former classroom teacher and curriculum director in the Netherlands, US, India, and Honduras, Erin has spent her career working to provide equitable education for students all over the world. She is currently the Program Manager for Seal of Alignment at ISTE. 
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    If you have recommendations or feedback for Tech Lasso, please ⁠complete this form⁠. Additionally, we'd love to hear from you on social media or by email: 

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    Tech Lasso is produced in collaboration with the ⁠Instructional Technology Outreach (ITO) Coordinators⁠ with support from the ⁠Technology, Learning & Support Services Department.⁠   

    Please note: The views expressed in the podcast are those of the presenters and may not be endorsed by the Los Angeles County Office of Education.  

    The podcast is recorded and produced with Soundtrap for Education, Zoom and Microsoft Teams.  

    This work is licensed under a ⁠Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License⁠. 

    Music credits: Soundtrap.com, Bensound.com    

    Graphics: Canva.com 

    44 min
  • E15 - How Tech Corps and TLC Help Teachers Integrate Computer Science into Mathematics

    Tech Corps and the Teaching and Learning Collaborative (TLC) have partnered to provide support to teachers, particularly elementary school teachers, in integrated computer science into their math curriculum. Lisa Chambers from Tech Corps and Kelli Shrewsberry from TLC recently sat down with Alexis Candaleria, a SPED teacher from Los Angeles, and Christopher Hoang to discuss the importance of their missions and an upcoming paid opportunity availabel to teachers and interventionists in Los Angeles County.


    CUTOUT4CS Application Link

    The Professional Development for CutOut4CS will take place on July 27 and 28, 2023 from 9 am to 4 pm (lunch provided) at the Los Angeles County Office of Education.

    Participants who attend both days will:

    • Receive a $200 stipend
    • CutOut4CS lessons and resources to be used in the classroom
    • Support throughout the school year
    • A great experience


      • If you have recommendations or feedback for Tech Lasso, please ⁠⁠complete this form⁠⁠. Additionally, we'd love to hear from you on social media or by email: 

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      Tech Lasso is produced in collaboration with the ⁠⁠Instructional Technology Outreach (ITO) Coordinators⁠⁠ with support from the ⁠⁠Technology, Learning & Support Services Department.⁠⁠   

      Please note: The views expressed in the podcast are those of the presenters and may not be endorsed by the Los Angeles County Office of Education.  

      The podcast is recorded and produced with Soundtrap for Education, Zoom and Microsoft Teams.  

      This work is licensed under a ⁠⁠Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License⁠⁠. 

      Music credits: Soundtrap.com, Bensound.com    

      Graphics: Canva.com 

      37 min
    • E14 - Dr. Matthew Rhoads: Social-Emotional Learning

      In this episode, Chris Hoang and Anna Heinbuch, School Counseling Coordinator, discuss with Dr. Matthew Rhoads about social-emotional learning (SEL) with technology, as well as, integrating technology in the classroom successfully.

      From high school special education teacher to EdTech Trainer, Dr. Matthew Rhoads understands what needs to be done and what it takes to successfully implement technology in any classroom and understands how important it is to support both students and educators with the use of technology in the classroom. Without the buy-in, there can be no success.  

      Website: https://matthewrhoads.com/

      Twitter: @mattrhoads1990


      If you have recommendations or feedback for us, please complete this form. Additionally, we'd love to hear from you on social media or by email: 

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      Tech Lasso is produced in collaboration with the Instructional Technology Outreach (ITO) Coordinators with support from the Technology, Learning & Support Services Department.   

      Please note: The views expressed in the podcast are those of the presenters and may not be endorsed by the Los Angeles County Office of Education.  

      The podcast is recorded and produced with Soundtrap for Education, Zoom and Microsoft Teams.  

      This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. 

      Music credits: Soundtrap.com, Bensound.com    

      Graphics: Canva.com 


      30 min
    • E13 - Erica Aguirre: Social Studies Teacher Extraordinaire

      Erica Aguirre is a dedicated educator from Cerritos, California. Born and raised in the community, Erica developed a passion for learning and teaching at a young age. After graduating from high school, she pursued her studies at the University of California, Irvine, where she earned a degree in sociology. 

      Erica's love for her hometown led her back to Cerritos, where she became a secondary history teacher. For the past 16 years, she has dedicated herself to educating the next generation of students on the importance of understanding the past to shape a better future. Her engaging teaching style and passion for her subject have inspired countless students to develop an interest in history and pursue further studies in the field. 

      Erica is also involved in various initiatives to promote equity and social justice in education. She believes that education is a powerful tool for promoting understanding and compassion, and she works hard to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all her students. Her dedication to her students and her community has earned her the respect and admiration of colleagues and students alike. 

      Erica lives with her family in Orange County, is a Disneyland annual passholder, and loves spending afternoons with her Star Wars-loving Bernedoodle on the couch. 

      Biography written with the assistance of ChatGPT. 

       
      If you have recommendations or feedback for us, please ⁠complete this form⁠. Additionally, we'd love to hear from you on social media or by email:


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      Facebook @lacoeITO 

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      Email us at ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ 


      Tech Lasso is produced in collaboration with the ⁠Instructional Technology Outreach (ITO) Coordinators⁠ with support from the ⁠Technology, Learning & Support Services Department.⁠ 

      Please note: The views expressed in the podcast are those of the presenters and may not be endorsed by the Los Angeles County Office of Education. 

      The podcast is recorded and produced with Soundtrap for Education, Zoom and Microsoft Teams. 

      This work is licensed under a ⁠Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License⁠. 

      Music credits: Soundtrap.com, Bensound.com 

      Graphics: Canva.com 


      23 min

    About Tech Lasso

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    Tech Lasso is produced by the LACOE EdTech and Innovation Coordinators. EdTech and Innovation at the Los Angeles County Office of Education promotes the effective and innovative use of technology throughout our educational communities.