The Chromebook Classroom Podcast

By John R. Sowash

What's The Chromebook Classroom Podcast about?

A podcast focused on sharing how Chromebooks are impacting education around the world. Hosted by author and trainer John Sowash who interviews a variety of guests who share their Chromebook Classroom experience.

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The Chromebook Classroom Podcast episodes:

05.16.2024
Introducing Gemini for Education (AI tools for teachers and leaders)
Today Google announced a new package of AI tools specifically designed teachers and school leader. These tools combine the power of Google Gemini with data privacy protections and unique features for teachers. Joining me to discuss Gemini for Education is...
04.18.2024
Surprise updates from Cloud Next
As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and articles that I can share with my teacher friends (that’s...
04.10.2024
So long Google Podcast...let's explore some alternatives.
Sadly, Google Podcast has been discontinued by Google as of April 2, 2024. Google Podcast was a simple, clean podcast player that did exactly what it was designed to do: play podcasts. Let's see if we can find a suitable...
03.22.2024
Explore is no more, Chromebook prank guide + 8 more updates for March 2024
As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and articles that I can share with my teacher friends (that’s...
02.21.2024
Bard is no more; hello Gemini...plus 9 more important updates
As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups, and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and articles that I can share with my teacher friends (that’s...
01.22.2024
Authenticate student writing + plus 9 more updates for January 2024
As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and articles that I can share with my teacher friends (that’s...
01.03.2024
Add these books to your 2024 reading lists (and a few to avoid!)
I read 21 books this last year. Most were pretty good, a few were pretty bad! I enjoy hearing what others are reading and frequently add their recommendations to my list, so I thought I would share some of my...
12.14.2023
Google Classroom gets a long-request feature (Plus 9 more updates for December 2023)
As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and articles that I can share with my teacher friends (that’s...
11.13.2023
Another great feature for Google Slides! (+9 more interesting links)
As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups, and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and articles that I can share with my teacher friends (that’s...
10.09.2023
10 links you should click (October 2023)
As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups, and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and articles that I can share with my teacher friends (that’s...
09.26.2023
Shocking Jamboard Announcement
Today Google made a shocking announcement related to Google Jamboard. Listen to learn more and get my reaction to this surprising announcement. Episode Sponsor: VIZOR Chromebook 1:1 Management Software for Schools. Get 20% off your first year when you schedule a...
09.11.2023
10 links you should click (September 2023)
As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and articles that I can share with my teacher friends (that’s...
08.04.2023
10 links you should click (August 2023)
As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups, and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and articles that I can share with my teacher friends (that’s...
06.14.2023
It's time to collect the Chromebooks!
The school year has ended which means it's time to collect, repair, and inventory your fleet of devices. Dean Bates and Jef Lalonde from Vizor join me to share best practices for keeping an accurate device inventory. Learn more about...
05.15.2023
10 links you should click (May 2023)
NEW: watch this episode on YouTube! As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and articles that I can...
04.17.2023
10 Links you should click (April 2023)
As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups, and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and articles that I can share with my teacher friends (that’s...
03.28.2023
Spring updates to three popular Google EDU tools (BETT 2023)
Morgan Weisman joins me to review some cool new updates announced at the BETT conference in London in March of 2023. Morgan is the product marketing manager for Google for Education and a former Dallas Texas kindergarten teacher. Episode Sponsor:...
03.12.2023
10 links you should click (March 2023)
As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups, and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and articles that I can share with my teacher friends (that’s...
03.06.2023
WHY IS PRINTING SO HARD???
Printing from a Chromebook hasn't been easy either. First, there was no printing support, then there was cloud print, then Google took it away....and the story continues. Joining me on the podcast today is Willem Groenwald from Papercut, a leader...
02.16.2023
5 Essential Chrome Extensions in 2023
I test and use a LOT of Chrome extensions, but there are only five that I consider essential... Episode sponsor: Vizor for Chromebooks VIZOR provides Chromebook 1:1 Management Software for Schools. You can schedule a no-obligation demo of VIZOR and receive 20% off...
02.07.2023
10 links you should click (February 2023)
As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups, and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and articles that I can share with my teacher friends (that’s...
01.30.2023
FETC 2023 Recap (vibe, connections & vendors)
Last week I was in New Orleans for the 2023 FETC conference, the first big EdTech event of the new year. This is a quick summary of the vibe, my connections, and the vendor experience. Episode Sponsor: Vizor for Chromebooks...
01.16.2023
2023 Google Educator Exam Prep: Expert Advice and Study Strategies
In this episode you will hear my thoughts and advice on taking (and passing) the level 1 and level 2 Google educator exams in 2023. I take these exams at least once a year and I'm always happy to share...
01.09.2023
10 links you should click (January 2023)
As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups, and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and articles that I can share with my teacher friends (that’s...
12.19.2022
10 links you should click (December 2022)
As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups, and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and articles that I can share with my teacher friends (that’s...
12.02.2022
Combating Sneaky Students (Eric Griffith)
Every school has a population of sneaky students who seem to always find a way to bypass district web filters and security settings. Today I'm joined by experienced tech director Eric Griffith to discuss these sneaky tactics and prepare a...
11.17.2022
10 links you should click (November 2022)
As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups, and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and articles that I can share with my teacher friends (that’s...
10.18.2022
10 links to click (October 2022)
As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups, and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and articles that I can share with my teacher friends (that’s...
09.28.2022
A few new things I'm trying this year
Each year I add a few new tools and strategies to my teaching toolbox to keep my classroom from feeling stale. Here are five things I'm adding to my teaching toolbox for 2022-23. Episode Sponsor: Vizor for Chromebooks ----------------------------- Thanks...
09.21.2022
How to start a coding program (Marianne Smith, Code Girls United)
After more than 25 years working in the field of computer science, including working for NASA, Marianne founded Code Girls United, a free after-school coding program for Montana girls. If you are looking at incorporating computer science into your school...
09.12.2022
10 Links you should click (September 2022)
As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups, and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and articles that I can share with my teacher friends (that’s...
08.16.2022
Preparing for the new school year
As summer winds down, it's time to get ready for the new school year by preparing your Google Classroom courses. In this episode I'm sharing the four-step process that I use to build my courses along with some advanced tips...
08.08.2022
Introducing Figma for Chromebooks
Noah Levin joins me to introduce the education community to Figma, a web-based design tool that works beautifully with Chromebooks. Episode Sponsor: Teach with Chrome virtual course: chrmbook.com/courses ----------------------------- Thanks for tuning into the Chromebook Classroom Podcast! If you enjoyed...
08.02.2022
10 links you should click (August 2022)
As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and articles that I can share with my teacher friends (that’s...
07.18.2022
Prepping your Devices for the upcoming school year
If you are in charge of managing a fleet of Chromebooks, your work starts now, before students and teachers return to the building. Today on the podcast I would like to share two suggestions to help IT administrators clean up...
07.11.2022
Teaching Toolbox: Drawing applications
This episode kicks off my 2022 "toolbox" series of episodes where I will be sharing my favorite classroom tools to help you prepare for the 2022-23 school year. The first toolbox episode is all about drawing, sketching, and doodling! More...
07.04.2022
10 links you should click (July 2022)
As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and articles that I can share with my teacher friends (that’s...
06.07.2022
2022 Anywhere School Event Recap
Morgan Weisman joins me to debrief Google's 2022 "Anywhere School" product launch event with fresh new updates for Meet, Classroom, Chromebooks and more! Thanks to VIZOR for Chromebooks for sponsoring this episode! ----------------------------- Thanks for tuning into the Chromebook Classroom Podcast! If you...
05.31.2022
Classroom Cleanup (3 tips)
The end of the school year has arrived! Congratulations on surviving to the end of a challenging year. Before you lock your classroom door for the last time, there are three things you should do to officially “end” the 2021-22...
05.16.2022
It's time for a powerwash!
If your Chromebook is acting sluggish or not responding at all, it might be time for a powerwash! I recently had an issue with the camera on my Chromebook so I decided to give it a powerwash. The ability to...
05.04.2022
10 links you should click (May 2022)
As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and articles that I can share with my teacher friends (that’s...
04.27.2022
5 ideas for the end of the school year
The last 4-6 weeks of the school year are tough. Everyone is tired and bored with the routine of the first 150+ days of school. On this episode of the podcast I share five project ideas that you can use,...
04.13.2022
My first experience with zero-touch enrollment
I recently helped a school purchase 50 new Chromebooks and had the opportunity to experience zero touch enrollment for the first time. ----------------------------- Thanks for tuning into the Chromebook Classroom Podcast! If you enjoyed today's episode, I would appreciate your honest...
04.07.2022
10 Links you should click (April 2022)
As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups, and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and articles that I can share with my teacher friends (that’s...
03.16.2022
Introducing practice sets for Google Classroom
For more than a year, Taryn Sullivan and her team of developers have been building a new feature for Google Classroom called "Practice Sets." Listen in on our conversation to learn about this upcoming feature for Google Classroom! ----------------------------- Thanks...
03.07.2022
10 Links you should click (March 2022)
As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups, and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and articles that I can share with my teacher friends (that’s...
02.28.2022
Developing Google Classroom
Akshat Sharma is the Lead Product Manager for Google Classroom, a product that impacts more than 150 million students and teachers around the globe. ----------------------------- Thanks for tuning into the Chromebook Classroom Podcast! If you enjoyed today's episode, I would appreciate...
02.21.2022
Introducing the LaCrOS browser for Chromebooks
For more than 2 years, Google has been working on a secret project called "LaCrOS." What is the new feature and how will it impact ChromeOS? Additional Resources: LaCrOS: new life for expired Chromebooks? Official LaCrOS development page How...
02.14.2022
Organize your district Chromebooks with Vizor
Vizor asset management connects the Google Admin console with your SIS to give a clear picture of the health of your Chromebook fleet. Today I am joined by Dean and Jeff, members of the VIZOR education team who are going...
02.07.2022
10 Links you should click (February 2022)
As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups, and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and articles that I can share with my teacher friends (that’s...

What's The Chromebook Classroom Podcast about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

The Chromebook Classroom Podcast episodes:

Introducing Gemini for Education (AI tools for teachers and leaders)

Surprise updates from Cloud Next

So long Google Podcast...let's explore some alternatives.

Explore is no more, Chromebook prank guide + 8 more updates for March 2024

Bard is no more; hello Gemini...plus 9 more important updates

Authenticate student writing + plus 9 more updates for January 2024

Add these books to your 2024 reading lists (and a few to avoid!)

Google Classroom gets a long-request feature (Plus 9 more updates for December 2023)

Another great feature for Google Slides! (+9 more interesting links)

10 links you should click (October 2023)

Shocking Jamboard Announcement

10 links you should click (September 2023)

10 links you should click (August 2023)

It's time to collect the Chromebooks!

10 links you should click (May 2023)

10 Links you should click (April 2023)

Spring updates to three popular Google EDU tools (BETT 2023)

10 links you should click (March 2023)

WHY IS PRINTING SO HARD???

5 Essential Chrome Extensions in 2023

10 links you should click (February 2023)

FETC 2023 Recap (vibe, connections & vendors)

2023 Google Educator Exam Prep: Expert Advice and Study Strategies

10 links you should click (January 2023)

10 links you should click (December 2022)

Combating Sneaky Students (Eric Griffith)

10 links you should click (November 2022)

10 links to click (October 2022)

A few new things I'm trying this year

How to start a coding program (Marianne Smith, Code Girls United)

10 Links you should click (September 2022)

Preparing for the new school year

Introducing Figma for Chromebooks

10 links you should click (August 2022)

Prepping your Devices for the upcoming school year

Teaching Toolbox: Drawing applications

10 links you should click (July 2022)

2022 Anywhere School Event Recap

Classroom Cleanup (3 tips)

It's time for a powerwash!

10 links you should click (May 2022)

5 ideas for the end of the school year

My first experience with zero-touch enrollment

10 Links you should click (April 2022)

Introducing practice sets for Google Classroom

10 Links you should click (March 2022)

Developing Google Classroom

Introducing the LaCrOS browser for Chromebooks

Organize your district Chromebooks with Vizor

10 Links you should click (February 2022)

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