Tech Study Hall

In this episode, Rich proposes what he considers his pillars for great learning in a virtual space.  He also provides a little update on where he has been over the last year.  Music provided courtesy of HookSounds.com under the use and mention licenseBensounds (Royalty Free Music): https://www.bensound.com/Incomptech (Royalty Free Music): https://incompetech.com/music/Follow me on Facebook to get notifications about live events: https://www.facebook.com/TechStudyHall/Follow me on Twitter or Instagram: @DrSmith_EdtechWebsite: www.techstudyhall.orgYouTube: Tech Study Hall Channel - Be sure to like and subscribe.

Join us as we celebrate TechMas in this year’s Tech the Halls episode!  In this episode we discuss a “Few of My Favorite Ways to Research using Google.  There is a recap of how I first started to record data for research and ways in which we can offer our students some voice and choice to curate data in their own way for later learning and productivity. As a special holiday gift, I offer a Google Slide Template for note cards too! (See the Link Below in the Show Notes!)  Keep learning and be well everyone!  Most of all, happy holidays and let’s hope for a happy and healthy New Year! Music provided courtesy of HookSounds.com under the use and mention licenseBensounds (Royalty Free Music): https://www.bensound.com/Incomptech (Royalty Free Music): https://incompetech.com/music/Sleighbell Soundeffects are provided courtesy of Zapsplat.com Follow me on Facebook to get notifications about live events: https://www.facebook.com/TechStudyHall/Follow me on Twitter or Instagram: @DrSmith_EdtechWebsite: www.techstudyhall.orgYouTube: Tech Study Hall Channel - Be sure to like and subscribe. As Heard On the Show:Digital Note Card Template to Copy (Click Here)You can make a copy of this for your own Google Drive with an Account.  

This episode is a recap of some of the great tools listed by Dr. Lisa Reason, co-author of “Creating the Anywhere, Anytime Classroom: A Blueprint for Learning Online in Grades K-12”.  In episode 202 we discussed the importance of keeping students engaged in digital spaces. In this mini-episode, I am going to remind you of the tools she mentioned and provide a little synopsis of what those tools can do.  Thanks for joining us! Keep learning and be well everyone!Music provided courtesy of HookSounds.com under the use and mention licenseBensounds (Royalty Free Music): https://www.bensound.com/Incomptech (Royalty Free Music): https://incompetech.com/music/Follow me on Facebook to get notifications about live events: https://www.facebook.com/TechStudyHall/Follow me on Twitter or Instagram: @DrSmith_EdtechWebsite: www.techstudyhall.orgYouTube: Tech Study Hall Channel - Be sure to like and subscribe. As Heard On the Show:Contacts:Dr. Lisa ReasonLinked-In Profile: Lisa Reason, Ph.D.Twitter: Lisa Reason, Ph.D.Podcast References:“Creating the Anywhere, Anytime Classroom: A Blueprint for Learning Online in Grades K-12” by Reason, Reason, and Guiler, 2017Anywhere Anytime Learning: Transcending Learning in the Digital AgeDigital Tools Discussed:i-Ready - Data-Driven Curriculum GuideEdPuzzle - Video/Assessment Integrated ToolVizia - Video/Assessment Integrated ToolUniversity of Colorado PHET - Interactive Simulation ToolTovuti - Learning Management System based on EngagementParlay - Interactive Class Discussion ToolKahoot - Polling/Engagement Option for FeedbackFeatured in the Episode: www.myedtechbundle.com - by TreeFish.edu: a great website built for teachers by teachers to provide extensions to your premium edtech tool content to review. 

This episode is super-sized but packed FULL of great points about what to keep in mind while creating an engaging classroom.  Join us as we welcome our special guest, and a personal mentor, Dr. Lisa Reason as we discuss and explore tips for digital engagement and the reasons those tips are important to consider.  She is co-author of one of my favorite books, “Creating the Anywhere, Anytime Classroom…”.  All of her contact information and references are in the show notes.  Thanks for joining us! Keep learning and be well everyone!Music provided courtesy of HookSounds.com under the use and mention licenseBensounds (Royalty Free Music): https://www.bensound.com/Incomptech (Royalty Free Music): https://incompetech.com/music/Follow me on Facebook to get notifications about live events: https://www.facebook.com/TechStudyHall/Follow me on Twitter or Instagram: @DrSmith_EdtechWebsite: www.techstudyhall.orgYouTube: Tech Study Hall Channel - Be sure to like and subscribe. As Heard On the Show:Contacts:How does someone contact you for more information or to follow you on social media?Linked-In Profile: Lisa Reason, Ph.D.Twitter: Lisa Reason, Ph.D.Podcast References:“Creating the Anywhere, Anytime Classroom: A Blueprint for Learning Online in Grades K-12” by Reason, Reason, and Guiler, 2017Anywhere Anytime Learning: Transcending Learning in the Digital AgeDigital Tools Discussed:i-Ready - Data-Driven Curriculum GuideEdPuzzle - Video/Assessment Integrated ToolVizia - Video/Assessment Integrated ToolUniversity of Colorado PHET - Interactive Simulation ToolTovuti - Learning Management System based on EngagementKahoot - Polling/Engagement Option for FeedbackPrisoners of Time Dr. Bob Sornson and Specific Positive NoticingYouTube Video Demonstration of SPN (Overview)

Join us this episode as I offer my reflections on the last year of learning and the necessary points to consider before moving forward into this coming school year.  We need to have learned something from this pandemic and that is that all of our students LEARN differently!  How do we move forward with the benefit of this knowledge?  Stay tuned to find out!  Music provided courtesy of HookSounds.com under the use and mention licenseBensounds (Royalty Free Music): https://www.bensound.com/Incomptech (Royalty Free Music): https://incompetech.com/music/Follow me on Facebook to get notifications about live events: https://www.facebook.com/TechStudyHall/Follow me on Twitter or Instagram: @DrSmith_EdtechWebsite: www.techstudyhall.orgYouTube: Tech Study Hall Channel - Be sure to like and subscribe. As Heard On the Show:Book Recommendations“Creating the Anytime, Anywhere Classroom” by Reason, Reason, & Guiler“Balance with Blended Learning” by Dr. Catlin Tucker“UDL and Blended Learning” by Novak & TuckerKeynoteFrom Fall Cue 2019 - Dr. Catlin Tucker

In this episode we discuss observing readiness in our students to learn. We have a special guest, Dr. Lynette Scotese-Wojtila, to talk about observing signs of readiness in our learners.  Dr. Scotese-Wojtila co-hosts a bi-weekly podcast on those in the spectrum and others with neurological differences using an approach she coined called The S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Approach(SM). (We’ve linked the podcast and website below.)  Dr. Scotese-Wojtila is an Autism specialist, but notes that we all need to be in a state of readiness to learn in our classroom for lessons to truly take hold.  It is a great reflective episode as we talk about meeting our students where they learn to provoke in them the best that they have the potential to be.  Come learn with us!Music provided courtesy of HookSounds.com under the use and mention licenseBensounds (Royalty Free Music): https://www.bensound.com/Incomptech (Royalty Free Music): https://incompetech.com/music/Follow me on Facebook to get notifications about live events: https://www.facebook.com/TechStudyHall/Follow me on Twitter or Instagram: @DrSmith_EdtechWebsite: www.techstudyhall.orgYouTube: Tech Study Hall Channel - Be sure to like and subscribe. As Heard On the Show:Contact Dr. Lynette Scotese-Wojtila “Connect with S.U.C.C.E.S.S.” (podcast) https://www.thesuccessapproach.org/autism-podcast).  Website: https://www.thesuccessapproach.orgAutism Productions YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/user/awetismproductions

Join us this episode as we discuss technology integration as it relates to real-world learning. My special guest is Ann Radefeld from the Shaker Heights School District in Ohio where she teaches French to 5th & 6th graders while adding some real-world flair blending it with the best of technology. She makes a great case for making this a part of any subject in the curriculum with just a smidge of creativity and research. Many thanks to Ann for joining us on this episode. Be sure to check out the article below that she contributed to for Education Week. Keep learning and be well everyone!Music provided courtesy of HookSounds.com under the use and mention licenseBensounds (Royalty Free Music): https://www.bensound.com/Incomptech (Royalty Free Music): https://incompetech.com/music/Follow me on Facebook to get notifications about live events: https://www.facebook.com/TechStudyHall/Follow me on Twitter or Instagram: @DrSmith_EdtechWebsite: www.techstudyhall.orgYouTube: Tech Study Hall Channel - Be sure to like and subscribe. As Heard On the Show:Contact Ann Radefeld through Twitter: @annradefeldIn Ann’s Tech Tool Belt:FlipGridGimKitBook CreatorKahootBlooketQuizletAnn’s Contribution to the Article on “Virtual, Hybrid, & Concurrent Are Three Words I Never Expected to Use:  The Three C’s”.NEW PODCAST ALERT!!!Check out the new podcast that I co-host with Dr. Lynette Scotese-Wojtila called “Connect with S.U.C.C.E.S.S.” where we discuss the world of Autism and Other Neurological Differences and how The S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Approach(SM), as an intervention model, can help your individual with Autism grow. It’s available on all major podcasting platforms and through this link as well (https://www.thesuccessapproach.org/autism-podcast).  Be sure to stay tuned for more details on our upcoming tribute to Autism Awareness Month scheduled for a Live Stream on Facebook on 4/17/2021 at 7pm. You too can expect S.U.C.C.E.S.S.!

Learning doesn’t have to be boring!  Rich explores the use of SPHERO robots to bring coding to life! This episode discusses the importance and fun associated with learning-by-doing.  The SPHEROs allow you to add some interesting project ideas to class, combining some other subject matter skills, and relating those project ideas to practice.  Come and explore with us!Music provided courtesy of HookSounds.com under the use and mention license,Bensounds (Royalty Free Music): https://www.bensound.com/ , Incomptech (Royalty Free Music): https://incompetech.com/music/Follow me on Facebook to get notifications about live events: https://www.facebook.com/TechStudyHall/Follow me on Twitter or Instagram: @DrSmith_EdtechWebsite: www.techstudyhall.orgYouTube: Tech Study Hall Channel - Be sure to like and subscribe. As Heard On the Show:Rich’s SPHERO EDU PresentationMore Information about SPHERO EDU

This episode is a reflection on the lessons I’m learning as a result of my teaching during this pandemic and thoughts to change the way we teach our 21st century learners.  I present a new set of 3R’s to focus on as we move beyond the pandemic to meet the needs of our learners today.  Let’s keep the conversation happening!  Reach out today to talk about what strategies you are using that are changing the landscape of learning today.  Tech or not, nothing is off of the table.  How are you evolving as a result of this pandemic?Music provided courtesy of HookSounds.com under the use and mention licenseBensounds (Royalty Free Music): https://www.bensound.com/Incomptech (Royalty Free Music): https://incompetech.com/music/Follow me on Facebook to get notifications about live events: https://www.facebook.com/TechStudyHall/Follow me on Twitter or Instagram: @DrSmith_EdtechWebsite: www.techstudyhall.orgYouTube: Tech Study Hall Channel - Be sure to like and subscribe. As Heard On the Show:Catlin Tucker Live Fall Cue 2019 Keynote: https://youtu.be/p6J0JB3g9Q4

Do you remember the awesomeness of PBS programming in the classroom when we were kids?  Maybe coming home to programs like the Electric Company and the iconic Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood?  PBS has been a creator for good, quality, and neutral content for decades and they are STILL here for us to enhance our lessons with amazing content.  This episode focuses in one on my favorite tools for teachers, the PBS Learning Media Library, and how you can easily find the content you might be looking for without the fear of YouTube commercials and scary content.  Enjoy! Music provided courtesy of HookSounds.com under the use and mention licenseBensounds (Royalty Free Music): https://www.bensound.com/Incomptech (Royalty Free Music): https://incompetech.com/music/Follow me on Facebook to get notifications about live events: https://www.facebook.com/TechStudyHall/Follow me on Twitter or Instagram: @DrSmith_EdtechWebsite: www.techstudyhall.orgYouTube: Tech Study Hall Channel - Be sure to like and subscribe. As Heard On the Show:PBS Learning Media Libraryhttps://ideastream.pbslearningmedia.org/

This is the final episode in the three episode arc of “Tech the Halls” where I feature my favorite follows. It was a rough one to put together because whatever this non-COVID bug that has been going around was getting me down, but whether it be podcasts, websites, blogs, or videos these pioneering and inspirational educators put it all out there to help better education every day sharing and collaborating with us. I didn’t want to leave 2020 without this quick and reflective episode. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do. Enjoy some of “My Favorite Follows”.  See you in 2021!  Music provided courtesy of HookSounds.com under the use and mention licenseSleighbell Soundeffects are provided courtesy of Zapsplat.com Bensounds (Royalty Free Music): https://www.bensound.com/Incomptech (Royalty Free Music): https://incompetech.com/music/Follow me on Facebook to get notifications about live events: https://www.facebook.com/TechStudyHall/Follow me on Twitter or Instagram: @DrSmith_EdtechWebsite: www.techstudyhall.orgYouTube: Tech Study Hall Channel - Be sure to like and subscribe. As Heard On the Show:Catlin TuckerTwitter: @CatlinTuckerWebiste/Blog: www.catlintucker.comThe Balance Podcast by Dr. Catlin TuckerCharity DoddTwitter: @CharityDoddwww.linclearning.comBlended Learning in Action PodcastEric CurtsTwitter: @EricCurtswww.controlaltchieve.comStephanie DeMicheleTwitter: @sdemichelehttp://www.stephaniedemichele.org/GotTeched the PodcastTwitter: @WeGotTechEdTwitter: @GuiseGotTechEdTwitter: @NickGotTechEdGotTechEd’s YouTube ChannelFlippEd Flops via TreeFishEduFavorite Honorable Mentions (Twitter Handles)Jake MillerAlice KeelerTeachers On FireJeff Bradbury

As we get ready to head into the holiday season, we take this time to refresh and rejuvenate our spirits and spend time with family.  Inevitably, we also use this time to check out some new sources of tech inspiration to prepare for the last half of the year.  These shorter episodes I’m calling our “Tech the Halls” Series will highlight a few of my favorite tech apps and tools that I like to use to accent my lessons.  Be on the lookout, we will also be launching a companion series on YouTube called “Tech Study: Extra Credit” where we will give you a personal tour from our perspective first hand where you can see the app in session.  Be well everyone! Included Media:Music provided courtesy of HookSounds.com under the use and mention licenseSleighbell Soundeffects are provided courtesy of Zapsplat.com Bensounds (Royalty Free Music): https://www.bensound.com/Incomptech (Royalty Free Music): https://incompetech.com/music/Follow me on Facebook to get notifications about live events: https://www.facebook.com/TechStudyHall/Follow me on Twitter or Instagram: @Smith_EdtechWebsite: www.techstudyhall.orgYouTube: Tech Study Hall Channel - Be sure to like and subscribe.As Heard On the Show:Camtasia Studio by Tech SmithWeVideoScreencastify

As we get ready to head into the holiday season, we take this time to refresh and rejuvenate our spirits and spend time with family.  Inevitably, we also use this time to check out some new sources of tech inspiration to prepare for the last half of the year.  These shorter episodes I’m calling our “Tech the Halls” Series will highlight a few of my favorite tech apps and tools that I like to use to accent my lessons.  Be on the lookout, we will also be launching a companion series on YouTube called “Tech Study: Extra Credit” where we will give you a personal tour from our perspective first hand where you can see the app in session.  Be well everyone! Music provided courtesy of HookSounds.com under the use and mention licenseSleighbell Soundeffects are provided courtesy of Zapsplat.com Bensounds (Royalty Free Music): https://www.bensound.com/Incomptech (Royalty Free Music): https://incompetech.com/music/Follow me on Facebook to get notifications about live events: https://www.facebook.com/TechStudyHall/Follow me on Twitter or Instagram: @Smith_EdtechWebsite: www.techstudyhall.orgYouTube: Tech Study Hall Channel - Be sure to like and subscribe. As Heard On the Show:Google JamboardWhiteboard.fiWhiteboard.chatInfused Classroom Jamboard Templates by Holly Clark

Join us this episode as we talk with the CEO and Co-Founder of EdPuzzle, a video accent to any lesson to integrate videos with assessment, engagement, and feedback opportunities. Quim takes us through EdPuzzle’s humble beginnings through the innovative opportunities it has become for all teachers as a way to approach digital learning in a 21st century classroom. Music provided courtesy of HookSounds.com under the use and mention licenseBensounds (Royalty Free Music): https://www.bensound.com/Incomptech (Royalty Free Music): https://incompetech.com/music/Follow me on Facebook to get notifications about live events: https://www.facebook.com/TechStudyHall/Follow me on Twitter or Instagram: @Smith_EdtechWebsite: www.techstudyhall.orgContact Information for Our Guest:Quim SabriaOn Twitter: @edpuzzleAs Heard On the Show:Edpuzzle - one of our favorite tools!EdPuzzle Help CenterEdPuzzle Channel on YouTube

In this episode we talk with Charity Dodd who has worked with teachers across the globe in finding their balance in blended learning. She has devoted a lot of time working with teachers to make plans and transformation into a digital landscape given the state of the pandemic. Join us in our conversation as we discuss how to make simultaneous learning work for you.  Charity shares a lot of blended brilliance in this episode, be sure to check it out!Music provided courtesy of HookSounds.com under the use and mention licenseBensounds (Royalty Free Music): https://www.bensound.com/Incomptech (Royalty Free Music): https://incompetech.com/music/How to Follow Rich: Follow me on Facebook to get notifications about live events: https://www.facebook.com/TechStudyHall/Follow me on Twitter or Instagram: @Smith_EdtechWebsite: www.techstudyhall.orgContact Information for Our Guest Charity Dodd:On Twitter: @CharityDoddEmail: charitydodd@linclearning.comMore About LINC LearningAs Heard On the Show:Edpuzzle - one of our favorite tools!ScreencastifyPeardeckLoomEpic!Common LitStorylinePBS Learning MediaOne of our favorite FollowsDr. Eric Guise on TwitterGotTechEd the Podcast

In this episode we feature the amazing Dr. Catlin Tucker who shares with us some approaches to take when gearing up for Simultaneous Learning and Learning that is 100% digital. This is the 2nd of 3 episodes where we are highlighting this modality of instruction as we face this pandemic though many of the strategies that we are sharing today will take us beyond this moment in time. Music provided courtesy of HookSounds.com under the use and mention licenseBensounds (Royalty Free Music): https://www.bensound.com/Incomptech (Royalty Free Music): https://incompetech.com/music/Follow me on Facebook to get notifications about live events: https://www.facebook.com/TechStudyHall/Follow me on Twitter or Instagram: @Smith_EdtechWebsite: www.techstudyhall.orgContact Information for Our GuestDr. Catlin Tucker:On Twitter: @Catlin_TuckerWebsite: www.catlintucker.comPodcast: “The Balance” (Available on Apple Podcast)Book: “Balance with Blended Learning: Partner with Your Students to Reimagine Learning and Reclaim Your Life” (also available from Corwin Publishing)

Welcome to the first of 3 podcasts based on the principle of what we are calling Simultaneous Learning 101.  In this episode we welcome Charley Fuller, Principal of Lake Catholic High School and Kelley Turner, Dean of Academics of Lake Catholic High School to help us define how we are meeting the student's need for continuity in learning either face-2-face or digitally.  Be sure to check out all three of the episodes, but enjoy this one as we layout the definition of Simultaneous Learning.Show Notes:Music provided courtesy of HookSounds.com under the use and mention licenseBensounds (Royalty Free Music): https://www.bensound.com/Incomptech (Royalty Free Music): https://incompetech.com/music/Rich's Contacts:Follow me on Facebook to get notifications about live events: https://www.facebook.com/TechStudyHall/Follow me on Twitter or Instagram: @Smith_EdtechWebsite: www.techstudyhall.orgMentioned in the Lesson:Lake Catholic's Book Study: “Creating the Anywhere, Anytime Classroom: A Blueprint for K-12 Online Learning” by Reason, Reason, & Guiler (2017), Solution Tree Publishing.SabineTek SmartMike+ BlueTooth Lapel MicrophoneContact Information for Our GuestsCharley Fuller - cfuller@lakecatholic.orgKelley Turner - kturner@lakecatholic.org

Everyone!  We are all in the process of finding new ways to reach our learners during the strange time in history. I am so excited to announce that we are doing a 3-part series on Simultaneous Learning (a strategy to teach face-2-face and remotely) with some amazing guests on each episode!  Stay tuned to releases!  Hoping this helps you!  Be well!  ~Rich

This episode examines the recent trend in teacher burnout when it comes to leading instructions digitally and some practice tips to avoid that from happening.  We talk about respecting the student/teacher time, organizing the digital work space, establishing community, and others in route to understanding the difference between control vs content and purpose over process.  Enjoy!  Show NotesMusic provided courtesy of <a href="https://www.hooksounds.com">HookSounds.com</a> under the use and mention licenseBensounds (Royalty Free Music): https://www.bensound.com/Incomptech (Royalty Free Music): https://incompetech.com/music/How to Contact MeFollow me on Facebook to get notifications about live events: https://www.facebook.com/TechStudyHall/Follow me on Twitter or Instagram: @Smith_EdtechWebsite: www.techstudyhall.orgMentioned in the Lesson:“Creating the Anywhere, Anytime Classroom: A Blueprint for K-12 Online Learning” by Reason, Reason, & Guiler (2017), Solution Tree Publishing.Newsweek Article: “Teachers Resigning Across U.S. Cite Remote Learning Frustrations, COVID-19 Concerns”Today Show: “Cheerleader, Fellow Teens Take a Stand Against Parents’ ‘No Mask Monday’ Protest”“4 Ideas to Consider for Online Learning” by George CourosVirtual Station Rotation Template by Stephanie DeMicheleSlidesMania

In this episode, we wanted to highlight a couple of tips to kick-off your online course shell in a way that spurs engagement. We talk about knowing your Learning Management System features, where your students should start when they log-in, and what should be included when you start your course.  Finally, I provide you with a couple of tech tools you might want to become familiar with as you start out your classroom with digital learning. Engagement is key and should be the focus to keep your course moving forward. Best of luck as you plan for this upcoming school year! Music provided courtesy of HookSounds.com under the use and mention licenseBensounds (Royalty Free Music): https://www.bensound.com/Incomptech (Royalty Free Music): https://incompetech.com/music/How to Reach Rich:Follow me on Facebook to get notifications about live events: https://www.facebook.com/TechStudyHall/Follow me on Twitter or Instagram: @Smith_EdtechWebsite: www.techstudyhall.orgMentioned in the Lesson:“Creating the Anywhere, Anytime Classroom: A Blueprint for K-12 Online Learning” by Reason, Reason, & Guiler (2017), Solution Tree Publishing.Need some help for organizations to ease into digital learning? You can also contact Dr. Casey Reason.Rich’s Top Apps to Begin Digital Engagement (in no particular order)1) EdPuzzle2) Screencastify3) FlipGrid4) Parlay