EduTechGuys

The EduTechGuys visit with Storey Sitwala and Eric Swanson of Renaissance Learning to talk about differentiated instruction through meaningful data. This episode focuses on the new Renaissance Learning product: Renaissance Next - an unified dashboard across the RenLearn family of products to better help teachers use data for small group instruction, individualized focus and more! We’re thrilled to be sponsored by Renaissance and IXL. Learn more about Renaissance: As a global leader in education technology operating in more than 110 countries, Renaissance is committed to providing educators with insights and reso...

The EduTechGuys talk with Brian Johnsrud, Global Director of Education Learning & Advocacy at Adobe, about creativity and mental health through the lens of a research study done to find out just what effect creativity has on emotional and mental states in creatives.  We’re thrilled to be sponsored by Renaissance and IXL. Learn more about Renaissance: As a global leader in education technology operating in more than 110 countries, Renaissance is committed to providing educators with insights and resources to accelerate growth and help all students build a strong foundation for succe...

Todd Brekhus, Chief Product Officer for Renaissance and General Manager of Nearpod, shares the newest offering called Renaissance NEXT. This integrated interface brings together the family of Renaissance products AND provides a dashboard to allow educators to make informed instruction decisions in real-time regarding further instruction, small group assignments (or reassignment), and more. https://www.renaissance.com/  We’re thrilled to be sponsored by Renaissance and IXL. Learn more about Renaissance: As a global leader in education technology operating in more than 110 countries, Renaissance is committed to providing educators with insig...

We talk with Elizabeth Eckford, member of the Little Rock Nine, and Dr. Eurydice Stanley and Grace-Stanley about the book "Worst First Day." We also talk about the civil rights movement and more in this EduTechGuys Archives episode. We’re thrilled to be sponsored by Renaissance and IXL. Learn more about Renaissance: As a global leader in education technology operating in more than 110 countries, Renaissance is committed to providing educators with insights and resources to accelerate growth and help all students build a strong foundation for success. We believe that tech...

Teachers at the Arkansas Schools Without Walls conference participated in a Podcast Workshop to learn about podcasting, how podcasting can be used in the classroom, and to experience life behind the mic. Even David of the EduTechGuys gets to sit in the hot seat and become the interviewee in this bonus episode of EduTechGuys! We’re thrilled to be sponsored by Renaissance and IXL. Learn more about Renaissance: As a global leader in education technology operating in more than 110 countries, Renaissance is committed to providing educators with insights and resources to a...

Enjoy this conversation with Kevin Honeycutt recorded during our very first season! We're talking non-traditional teachers, presenting at conferences, student entrepreneurship, and more.  We’re thrilled to be sponsored by Renaissance and IXL. Learn more about Renaissance: As a global leader in education technology operating in more than 110 countries, Renaissance is committed to providing educators with insights and resources to accelerate growth and help all students build a strong foundation for success. We believe that technology can unlock a more effective learning experience, ensure that students get the personalized teaching they...

On today’s episode we are talking with Dan Mantz, CEO and chairman of the Board of the Robotics Education & Competition Foundation. That and much more, up next, on the EduTechGuys.  We’re thrilled to be sponsored by Renaissance and IXL. Learn more about Renaissance: As a global leader in education technology operating in more than 110 countries, Renaissance is committed to providing educators with insights and resources to accelerate growth and help all students build a strong foundation for success. We believe that technology can unlock a more ef...

On today’s episode, we are talking about time management, a crucial skill for both educators and students. It's the cornerstone of productivity and success in any learning environment. That and much more, up next, on the EduTechGuys. We’re thrilled to be sponsored by Renaissance and IXL. Learn more about Renaissance: As a global leader in education technology operating in more than 110 countries, Renaissance is committed to providing educators with insights and resources to accelerate growth and help all students build a strong foundation for success. We believe that techno...

On this episode, the guys talk with their good friend Kevin Honeycutt!  Kevin’s excitement for education, art, music, teachers and most importantly students is infectious. You won’t want to miss this episode, released on today in honor of the Solar Eclipse and Kevin’s dedication to all things education! Check out Kevin’s website for more! We’re thrilled to be sponsored by Renaissance and IXL. Learn more about Renaissance: As a global leader in education technology operating in more than 110 countries, Renaissance is committed to providing educators with insights...

On today's show, the guys talk with ParentSquare's Chief Strategy Officer, Dr. Chad Stevens. With the acquisition of Remind and the continuing success of Smart Sites, ParentSquare has its finger on the pulse of education communication.  All that and more on this episode of the EduTechGuys! We’re thrilled to be sponsored by Renaissance and IXL. Learn more about Renaissance: As a global leader in education technology operating in more than 110 countries, Renaissance is committed to providing educators with insights and resources to accelerate growth and help all students build a str...

On this episode of the EduTechGuys, the guys talk about Microlearning. Forget the days of cramming for tests and struggling to follow hour-long lectures. Microlearning is revolutionizing the way students learn in public schools. This innovative approach breaks down complex concepts into bite-sized, engaging chunks, making learning accessible, fun, and effective for all. We’re thrilled to be sponsored by Renaissance and IXL. Learn more about Renaissance: As a global leader in education technology operating in more than 110 countries, Renaissance is committed to providing educators with insights and resources to acce...

On this episode the guys talk about the about the warm fuzzies of ACCOMPLISHMENT.  From learning to ride a bike to creating a new energy source from Miracle Whip, the need to accomplish and be recognized by not only ourselves, but the also the Association of Miracle Whip Researchers (and others) is paramount to each of us. This discussion and so much more on the EduTechGuys! We’re thrilled to be sponsored by Renaissance and IXL. Learn more about Renaissance: As a global leader in education technology operating in more than...

On this episode the guys talk about the supercalifragilisticexpialidocious’ness of Artificial Intelligence.  The A.I. that is changing the internet landscape and most importantly, the educational wonderland of learning! It’s not all bad… but it’s not all good either! Hop on board this Polar Express of self-aware robits and super pooters for a E.I. (EduTechGuys Intelligence) experience! We’re thrilled to be sponsored by Renaissance and IXL. Learn more about Renaissance: As a global leader in education technology operating in more than 110 countries, Renaissance is committed to providing...

We’re talking with Matt Dozier of the EAST Initiative program. Matt talks about STEM/STEAM, student projects, and the impact of real world, student-led projects on local communities. From water distribution to prosthetic attachments to historical museums and more, students participating in the EAST Initiative are charged with creating solutions that solve the problems. EAST Initiative programs encompasses nearly 300 schools across 4 states, serving more than 6,000 students. Learn more about the program at www.eastinitiative.org We’re thrilled to be sponsored by Renaissance and IXL. Learn more about Renais...

On this episode, the guys chat with Kari Byron of EXPLR about the creation of the National STEM Challenge with the US Department of Education. Kari shares the process behind the creation and the opportunities available for ALL students, grade 6-12, to participate, grow and learn.  This is a conversation packed full of information that you don’t want to miss! We’re thrilled to be sponsored by Renaissance and IXL. Learn more about Renaissance: As a global leader in education technology operating in more than 110 countries, Renaissance is committed to prov...

On this episode of the EduTechGuys, the guys have a great chat with Jacob Hanson, CEO of PRP Group. Storytelling, best practices and all the stuff the guys really love talking about, with a CEO who KNOWS what’s important and has a true love for the power of education. That and so much more on this episode of the EduTechGuys. We’re thrilled to be sponsored by Renaissance and IXL. Learn more about Renaissance: As a global leader in education technology operating in more than 110 countries, Renaissance is committed to pro...

On this episode, the guys talk with Christine Callas, Manager, K12 Small Accounts, Secondary Education of Turnitin.com. We discuss Turnitin's latest launch, the AI writing detection feature. Christine Calls shared how the tool is embedded into Turnitin's existing workflow, and share how the company is helping educators get comfortable with AI writing, helping them to determine how to use it in the classroom and providing them with a variety of resources to help them navigate this emerging technology. We’re thrilled to be sponsored by Renaissance and IXL. Learn more about Renaissance: ...

On this episode the guys talk with Ranjan de Costa, founder and CEO of OmniPro and Migara Amithodhana, co-founder of Magicbit.Founded in 1991 as a San Francisco Bay Area VAR (Value Added Reseller) by Ranjan de Costa, OmniPro is a computer systems integrator and IT supplier. Our goal has always been to help students in need, schools without tech resources, as well as the Government and Education markets who had budget short-falls. Today, we’re proud to provide clients throughout the United States with smartphones, tablets, or laptops, internet access, and technology skills to eliminate their digital di...

On this episode the guys talk with Amanda Sutter and Klaire Moreno of Lightspeed SystemsAmanda Sutter is the Vice President of Product for Lightspeed Systems. She has over 12 years of experience in product and technology and has led product strategy for companies across a variety of markets. She is particularly passionate about EdTech, and the delivery and investment in solutions that promote equity, enhance student engagement, and simplify workflows for districts.Klaire Marino is passionate about education, technology, and the intersection of the two. Over the past 15 years, she has successfully managed various marketing...

On this episode, the guys talk with Dr. Julie Evans of Project Tomorrow.Dr. Julie A. Evans is the CEO of Project Tomorrow (www.tomorrow.org) and is the founder of the heralded Speak Up Research Project which annually collects and reports on the authentic views of 400,000 K-12 students, parents and educators on key education issues each year. Dr. Evans serves as the chief researcher on the Speak Up Project as well as leading research efforts on the impact of innovative learning models and interventions in both K-12 and higher education.  Over the past 17 years, almost 6 million K...