Episode 292: Goosechase

Send us a text In this exciting episode of My EdTech Life, I welcome back Alyshahn Kara, the Chief Revenue Officer and co-founder of Goosechase, along with first-time guest Jessica Whittaker, an instructional coach. Join us as we discuss the power of digital scavenger hunts to build community and enhance teacher and student engagement by creating lasting learning experiences. Whether you're a tech-savvy educator or just getting started, this episode is packed with insights and practical tips for using Goosechase. Timestamps: 0:00:30 - I introduce the episode and welcome my guests 1:51 - Jessica introduces herself and her role in education 3:12 - Alyshahn introduces himself and the concept behind Goosechase 5:28 - Jessica shares her experience using Goosechase for teacher professional development 11:59 - We discuss how Goosechase enhances learning and engagement 15:15 - Jessica explains how Goosechase can be used as a formative assessment tool 21:23 - Alyshahn discusses how Goosechase aligns with Bloom's taxonomy 24:39 - We talk about the importance of documenting the learning process 30:06 - Alyshahn talks about the Goosechase community and resources available for educators 34:47 - Jessica shares her vision for implementing Goosechase with students 39:32 - We discuss the pride and satisfaction teachers get from creating engaging content 42:39 - Jessica emphasizes the importance of bringing fun back into education 49:46 - Closing remarks and an invitation to join the Goosechase Ambassador program 51:39 - Q&A session: We discuss challenges in education (EduKryptonite) 54:01 - Q&A: Who would you trade places with for a day? 57:32 - Q&A: If you could have a billboard, what would it say? 1:00:31 - I share my motto: "Improvise, adapt, and overcome." 1:01:33 - Closing thoughts and how to connect with my guests Visit our website at www.myedtech.life Yellowdig is transforming higher education by building online communities that drive engagement and collaboration. My EdTech Life is proud to partner with Yellowdig to amplify its mission. See how Yellowdig can revolutionize your campus—visit Yellowdig.co today! Interactive Learning with Goosechase Save 10% with code MYEDTECH10 on all license types! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit myedtechlife.substack.com