The Higher EdTech Podcast

In this episode Tim & Brent take a look at some considerations you might want to make in recording and editing videos, as well as some software that can help you get it done. Then, a conversation about making changes with tech in your class from the big stuff like switching platforms, to integrating new tools.

Tim & Brent cover Padlet, a popular virtual bulletin board program that allows students to quickly and easily interact and share ideas in a collaborative space. Then they talk about the ins and outs of building a Captioning Program that has a fast turnaround and is compliant with accessibility laws. Please feel free to share if your school is trying to build such a program.

Brent & Tim chat with Irvine Valley College's Director of Technology Services to talk about the responsibilities, daily duties, and unexpected events involved with campus IT. Join us for this laid back conversation where Nick shares how it all went down with his tenure starting just before campus shutdown.

To kick off the new year, Tim & Brent look at some of the things we might take for granted when designing a syllabus, and then turn to some ways we can be more creative and inclusive with the tech available to us in a digital syllabus.

As we move toward the winter break, some of you may be considering a project to do in your down time, or possibly introducing something new next semester. Brent & Tim talk about the possibilities around adding podcasting into your life.

Then, in preparation for the last weeks of class, let's look at some ways you can engage your students with some fun activities and maybe even a party!

There are a lot of options for using AI to transcribe your classes live, and a growing number of incredibly powerful options for translating on the fly. Tim & Brent look at some of your choices for transcription and translation.

Then, a new legal opinion has come out from the California Community Colleges about requirements for Camera-On in classes. What are some of the ways teachers can deal with this?

After a long October of PD organizations moving their conferences online, Brent & Tim reflect on the pros and cons of digital conferences, often examining two sides of the same coin. They also look at MOOC options and recommendations for personal development through online courses.

Brent & Tim sit down with Allison Dillard, professor of Math at Irvine Valley College to talk math, tech, student engagement, and more. She also shares a bit about her new math-centered podcast, The Allison Loves Math Podcast!

With many California colleges and universities announcing plans to stay online in spring 2021, it's valuable to see what campuses may start to look like with reduced staff on campus, and adjusted facilities. Brent & Tim explore some of the current conversations and possibilities. Then, a look at making sure you make the best choices for filling out your home office.

Tim & Brent take an unexpectedly deep dive into all of the functions and tricks around screen sharing. There's a lot more going on than you may be aware of. Join in for some tips and tricks as well as some beta functionality!