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Check This Out Podcast – Episode 167: You got anything to talk about?Join Ryan O’Donnell and Brian Briggs for a lively episode as they delve into debates over screen time in schools, innovative uses of AI, and the future of educational technology. Whether you're an educator, a tech enthusiast, or just curious about the digital shift, this episode offers practical insights and fun tools to help you navigate the evolving edtech landscape.Main Topics:The push for reduced screen time in schools, with policies from LA Unified, and the importance of intentional tech use.Creative applications of AI in education, including vibe coding, generating worksheets, and engaging projects.Emerging edtech tools: Google Earth Flight Simulator, GeoGuesser, and new Chromebooks for staff.Challenges teachers face with tech integration, resistance to AI, and the balance between technology and unstructured play.Professional development opportunities: Vibe Shift conference, vibe coding roundtables, and online communities.Show Notes: https://checkthisout.live/ep167 If you enjoy the show, please head to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. #PodcastEDU***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes, and more.Thank you so much for checking this out!

Check This Out PodcastEpisode 166 "CUE Vibes"Ryan and Brian recap the Spring CUE Conference (sponsored by Calie) and dive deep into the world of vibe coding. Ryan shares an AI session strategy he used with staff — prompting teachers to brainstorm "AI-proof" assessments — and rounds up a set of must-have Chrome extensions: ColorZilla, Image Eye, OneTab, and Screencastify.Brian highlights Tony Vincent's "Classy Vibing with AI" course and his App Lab, both worth a look for educators interested in hands-on AI exploration. The duo also spotlights TeacherHive as a useful resource.On the vibe coding front, Ryan shows off his game show-themed creations — a Bathroom Queue manager, Wheel of Fortune, and a Jeopardy question generator — all built and hosted on Neocities. Brian shares his own Vibe Coding Generator and the PLAID project.The episode wraps with what they're currently listening to: Brian is into Project Hail Mary, and Ryan recommends the AI in Education podcast with Dan Bowen and Ray Fleming.Show Notes: https://checkthisout.live/ep166If you enjoy the show, please head to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. #PodcastEDU***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes, and more.Thank you so much for checking this out!

Check This Out Podcast – Episode 165: Making CopiesAre you ready to stop presenting and start interacting? On Episode 165, we’re looking at tools that might finally make you want to break up with Google Slides. Ryan introduces Genially, a platform that brings the "click factor" to your lessons with pop-ups, escape rooms, and gamification.Then, we get into the "Vibe." Vibe Coding is here, and it means you (and your students) can build apps without knowing a lick of Python—just by describing the vibe you want.We also cover:Eric Curts’ guide to AI Graphic Novels.A mysterious but essential segment on "Making Copies."An AI Sticker Box for instant creativity.Ryan’s take on Nexus and Brian’s review of LOL: Last One Laughing UK.Grab a mocha with extra whip (it is National Whipped Cream Day, after all) and check this out!Show Notes: https://checkthisout.live/ep165 

Check This Out Podcast – Episode 164: “Going Bananas”In this episode of Check This Out, hosts Ryan O’Donnell and Brian Briggs are back in the studio with another round of fun discoveries, thoughtful discussions, and resources for educators.Join us on Episode 164 as we explore 3D printing with the Bambu Lab, check out new AI tools like Nano Banana and Gemini Storybook, and share podcast recommendations from inspiring educators. We also talk about how Brisk can transform classroom content into podcasts, making history lessons come alive. And of course, we raise a mug to National Coffee Day—because teaching, creating, and podcasting all run a little smoother with caffeine.As always, we highlight what caught our attention in tech, teaching, and creativity, all the things that make us want to say, “You’ve got to Check This Out!” Show Notes: checkthisout.live/CTO164If you enjoy the show, please head to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. #PodcastEDU***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes, and more.Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to the Check This Out Podcast!Episode 163 for July 28, 2025Titled - Links in the bioShow Notes: https://checkthisout.live/ep163Join hosts Ryan O'Donnell and Brian Briggs as they dive back into the world of educational technology with humor and insight. In this episode, they explore the latest trends from ISTE, share personal anecdotes about AI in the classroom, and discuss creative ways to engage students through games. Whether you're an educator or tech enthusiast, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways and a good dose of laughter. Tune in for a fun and informative ride!If you enjoy the show, please head to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. Join our Facebook group and follow our BlueSky! #PodcastEDU***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes, and more.Thank you so much for checking this out!https://youtu.be/u60R0EJhSJ8?si=W-tt4Nt53yIzxqIF

Welcome to the Check This Out Podcast!Episode 162 for February 18th, 2025Titled - Let’s Be Creative with A.I.Show Notes: https://checkthisout.live/ep162 This episode discusses getting back into podcasting for 2025. It also covers the history of A.I. tools and a new A.I. tool called Whisk. The episode also touches on other A.I. tools, a recipe creator, a new piece of hardware, and much more.If you enjoy the show, please head to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. Join our Facebook group and follow our BlueSky! #PodcastEDU***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes, and more.Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to the Check This Out Podcast!Episode 161 for December 19th, 2024Titled - The Holiday SpecialShow Notes: https://checkthisout.live/ep161notes In this episode of Check This Out, we’re joined by some of our favorite friends—Jen Giffen, Tom Covington, and Brent Warner—for a special holiday celebration! Together, we’ll share some great things to check out, highlight our favorite tech gifts, and reminisce about nostalgic finds and festive traditions.So grab a cozy drink, settle in, and enjoy this fun-filled episode as we bring a little tech and a lot of cheer to your holiday season!”If you enjoy the show, please head to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. Join our Facebook group and follow our BlueSky! #PodcastEDU***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes, and more.Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to the Check This Out Podcast!Episode 160 for November 26th, 2024Titled - S.D.H.S.F.R.Show Notes: https://tinyurl.com/ctoep160 Join us on Episode 160 as we dive into the latest edtech trends, explore the impact of AI on teaching and learning, and share practical tips for navigating the ever-evolving digital landscape. We'll also discuss the challenges of maintaining student focus, the decline of Chegg, and the rise of new social media platforms. Plus, we have some great podcast recommendations and resources to check out. If you enjoy the show, please head to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. Join our Facebook group and follow our BlueSky! #PodcastEDU***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes, and more.Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to the Check This Out Podcast!Episode 159 for May 6th, 2024Titled - Some New Things From Some Old GuysShow Notes: https://tinyurl.com/ep159ctoIn this episode, we discuss the Spring CUE Recap and talk about AI—shocker! Plus, we discuss some AI tools and things to listen to, some future conferences, a PBL podcast, and much, much more…Items to Check Out:Fullerton’s  Whodunnit Progressive Professional Development on AI Using AIBriskQuizizz AI FeaturesSunoNeptune NavigateIf you enjoy the show, please head to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. Join our Facebook group and follow our twitter! #PodcastEDU***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes, and more.Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to the Check This Out Podcast!Episode 158 for Feb 26th, 2024Titled - Prepping for Spring CUEIn this episode, we discuss the upcoming Spring CUE conference with Christine Feenstra. Plus, Brian and I brainstorm ideas for our game night at CUE that YOU can be a part of! Plus, a fun video game system, an audio video solution for your classroom, and much more.... *** Exclusive announcement about the Fall CUE Conference 2024 heard here first!***Items to Check Out:Nex PlaygroundArtomeIf you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. Join our Facebook group and follow our twitter! #PodcastEDU***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes, and more.Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to the Check This Out Podcast!Episode 157 for December 18thTitled - Back in the Saddle?Show Notes:  https://bit.ly/cto157In this episode, we talk AI!!!!! and even more AI Plus, we have a new segment idea that we need your input on... Items to Check Out:https://bit.ly/cool-tools-23My Induction WorkshopEduCopilotMagicSchoolAIDiffITCanva CuripodPolite postCrocker Art Museum AI am I?PlaudMicrosoft DesignerO’D CharactersFuture Episodes mentioned… Bard Gemini ProIf you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. Join our Facebook group and follow our twitter! #PodcastEDU***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes, and more.Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to the Check This Out Podcast!Episode 156 for July 10thTitled - Brent’s Blueblocker Bonus EpisodeIn this episode, we talk with a special guest, The Brent Warner, and his future adventure. Plus, games to play, some extensions to download, and a few things to listen to or stream (especially for Brent on his journey).Brent Warner Higher Ed Tech Podcast The DIESOL PodcastItems to Check Out:Eleven Labs Voice AICuripodAdobe FireflyAdobe Scanner appThe Gameshow Guy Twitter YouTube TPT InstagramBattleship GameE-CommentsCanopy DirectorySlides GPTMoteFlippitySnipdFlippity Board GameTwitter Blue Blocker ExtensionOriginal BlublockersWhat to Listen to or stream:Trailblazer PodcastMythos: (Ancient Greek Mythology Book for Adults, Modern Telling of Classical Greek Myths Book) (Stephen Fry's Greek Myths 1)FX’s The BearFuture Episodes mentioned… revisit Adobe vs. Canva and Threads vs. Bluesky as a Twitter alternative.If you enjoy the show, please head to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. Join our Facebook group and follow our Twitter! #PodcastEDU***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes, and more.Thank you so much for checking this out!

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Welcome to the Check This Out Podcast!Episode 154 for Feb 6thTitled - ChatGPT 2.0: The Return of the Bot King In this episode, we revisit ChatGPT and AI again. Plus… that's it, just AI. Also, an AI copilot for lesson planning, an AI Search engine, and much much more... Show Notes: https://bit.ly/cto154notes If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. Join our Facebook group and follow our Twitter! #PodcastEDU***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes, and more.Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to the Check This Out Podcast!Episode 153 for Jan 17thTitled: A.I… Yep In this episode we talk about some AI that is going around the EDU sphere. Plus some note taking tools, and Adobe’s own podcasting platform. And a free suite of tools, some music making fun and much much more…. Show Notes: bit.ly/ctoep153 If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgement. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! #PodcastEDU***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com  for show notes, past episodes and more.Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to the Check This Out Podcast!Episode 152 for Oct 31stEpisode 152 - All Hallow’s EveIn this episode we talk about our take on the recent Fall 2022 CUE conference. Plus an Augmented Reality reading experience, and little Ted Lasso. Canva magic shortcuts, revisit a podcast tool and the mysterious organization of the Pentaverate.Show Notes: https://bit.ly/152ctoIf you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgement. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! #PodcastEDU***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes and more.Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to the Check This Out Podcast!Episode 151 for Sept 24thTitled: Was Live from NS CUE Tech FlightThis was a live recording from NorthState CUE’s Tech Flight Event. Was an amazing event with friends from North State CUE. Our guests included Kate from Play Piper, Lisa Butler, and Jason Williams.Enjoy!If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgement. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! #PodcastEDU***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes and more.Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to the Check This Out Podcast!Episode 149 for Aug 22, 2022Titled: The Start of Something NewThis is an exciting episode Eric Guise and Nick Johnson of the Got Tech Ed Podcast. We discussed items that we are going to try this upcoming school year. We all also shared some cool tools, tips, and items you should all check out. I may just be ordering a mouse pad soon!Show Notes:  https://bit.ly/ctoep149 If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgement. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! #PodcastEDU***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com  for show notes, past episodes and more.Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to the Check This Out Podcast!Episode 149 for Jul 19, 2022Titled: Summertime SweatIn this episode we talk about our summertime adventures and work projects. A new Ryan O’D review game, some map fun, a tab resizer and culture to make us smarter.Show Notes:  https://bit.ly/ctoep149 If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgement. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! #PodcastEDU***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com  for show notes, past episodes and more.Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to the Check This Out Podcast!Episode 148 for Jun 18, 2022Titled: S.S.R.In this episode we talk about the trials and tribulation of teaching summer school and trying “new” things. Helpful Google Slides extension how to plan your next year’s curriculum this summer ! And a hand drawn illustration gallery, podcasting tool and much more!Show Notes:  https://bit.ly/cto148notesIf you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgement. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! #PodcastEDU***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com  for show notes, past episodes and more.Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to the Check This Out Podcast!Episode 147 for Apr 23, 2022Titled: Smackdown: Adobe Creative Cloud Express vs CanvaIn this episode we talk about Adobe Creative Cloud Express and Canva. That’s right we are having a good ole fashioned smackdown debate! And some updates to iMovie, and much more!Show Notes:  https://bit.ly/ep147cto If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgement. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! #PodcastEDU***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com  for show notes, past episodes and more.Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to The Check This Out Podcast! Episode #146 for March 28, 2022Title: XanaCUEIn this episode we talk about Our CUE Conference Recap in Palm Springs. Re-finding our purpose and some sites to check out, people to check out and some fun stories.Show Notes: https://bit.ly/ctoep146 If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgement. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! #PodcastEDU***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com  for show notes, past episodes and more.Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to The Check This Out Podcast! Episode #145 for March 7, 2022Title: Healing for the #CUEmmunityOn this episode we talk about what we're looking forward to with the upcoming CUE Conference Palm Springs. We talk about our new streaming setup. And we share a whole lot of stuff that we've been holding back for weeks.Special thanks to Tom Covington for filling in for Ryan on this episode. Make sure you share with Tom on his twitter post: Hey #WeareCUE #SpringCUE is coming! 9 days until we get to learn in person again! If you are going, what are you most excited about?Show Notes: https://bit.ly/ctoep145If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgement. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! #PodcastEDU***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes and more.Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to The Check This Out Podcast! Episode #144 for Dec. 30, 2021Title: Some Of Our Favs For 2021We had the privilege to talk and share with our friends about our favorites for the year 2021. We broke them down into categories for this long episode, we almost stretched this recording into 2022.Thanks to:Tom CovingtonBrent WarnerJenn GiffenMichael JephcottOur Favorites:Brent’sBrian’sJenn’sMike’sRyan’sTom’sIf you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgement. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! #PodcastEDU***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes and more.Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to The Check This Out Podcast! Episode #143 for Nov. 6, 2021Title: ​​Sho’NuffIn this episode we talk about subscriptions you are willing to pay for. Holiday Ed Tech Advent Calendar and some mind blowing Google Slides updates. And, an upcoming game night that you are invited to and much much more...If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgement. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! #PodcastEDU***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com  for show notes, past episodes and more.Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to The Check This Out Podcast! Episode #142 for Nov. 1, 2021Title : “Making YOU Relevant Again”In this episode we talk about things are starting to open up a bit like conferences and football games. Plus, Canva, Fonts, a cool new vlog camera, plus we have a secret wordAnd, the ipad mini, fun phone game, create with chrome stuff and much much more… #podcastedu #CreateWithChromeShow Notes: https://bit.ly/ep142notesIf you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgement. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! #PodcastEDU***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com  for show notes, past episodes and more.Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to The Check This Out Podcast! Episode #140 for Sept. 20, 2021Title : “Are We Back?”In this episode we talk about What we have been upto while we were out for a moment of time. We also talk about stuff and more stuff. Also mention about the return of the mini, and edtech test drive and much, much more. #podcastedu Show Notes: https://bit.ly/ctoep141If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgement. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! #PodcastEDU***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes and more.Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to The Check This Out Podcast! Episode #140 for June 7th, 2021 Title : “It’s Over” In this episode we talk about some of the positives and negatives from the past covid school year. Plus, Fonts, snap chat and project based learning. And Some Jamboard templates, a shark tracker, a snazzy webcam and much much more...  #podcastedu Show Notes: http://bit.ly/ctoep140 If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgement. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! #PodcastEDU ***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes and more.   Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to The Check This Out Podcast! Episode #139 for March 14th, 2021 Title : “That's Life” In this episode we talk about what is happening with us in the real world. We share some of this and some of that. We listen to a few things. But mainly we hung out for some good needed conversations. Oh, and here are some notes: http://bit.ly/ep139cto If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! #PodcastEDU ***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes and more. Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to The Check This Out Podcast! Episode #138 for January 24th, 2021 Title : “We Ain't Got Time for That” In this episode we talk about why we haven't been recording in awhile. And BIG CLOCKS, animated gifs, Plus some killer ideas on how to use Google Lens! Plus some Great shows to watch and podcasts to listen to. Show Notes: http://bit.ly/ctoep138 If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! #PodcastEDU ***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes and more.   Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to The Check This Out Podcast! Episode #137 for December 21st, 2020 Title: “Digital Detox” In this episode we talk about Some ideas to unwind over the holiday break to detox for the digital world. And the Rams choked! Plus some shows to watch over the break and an example of a new green screen and much much more. Sites we cover: DeckToys Recordcast FrameVR CrowdParty Challonge Luminar AI Bundled Notes Google Tour Builder Shutting Down Killedbygoogle.com Google Photos Google Nest Wifi Android TV Hardware we cover: Elgato Stream Deck PrinCube What are your thoughts on Jamboard? Share your thoughts on this padlet : https://padlet.com/bbriggs/ch7n1ubq1qmvydci Show Notes: https://bit.ly/ctoep137 If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! #PodcastEDU ***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes and more.   Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to The Check This Out Podcast! Episode #136 for November 9th, 2020 Title: “World Kindness Day” In this episode we talk about World Kindness Day on Nov 13th. And as always we have to have few check this out tech moments that you may well, want to check out. Plus podcasts and books about kindness and much much more…. What are you going to do or what have you done to inspire kindness? Please share your inspiration. Flipgrid: https://flipgrid.com/c644a414 Show Notes: http://bit.ly/CTO136 If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! #PodcastEDU ***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes and more.   Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to The Check This Out Podcast! Episode #135 for October 19th, 2020 Title: “Fantasy Draft of EdTech Tools” In this episode we talk with Scott Bedley and Jon Samuelson and do a fantasy draft of edtech tools.Have some good discussions with great friends about each of the tools. Show Notes: http://bit.ly/ctoep133 If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! #PodcastEDU ***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes and more.   Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to The Check This Out Podcast! Episode #134 for September 27th, 2020 Title: “What’s Worked and What Hasn’t” In this episode we discuss life back in the hybrid classroom. And with that, what’s been working and what’s NOT. Plus some deep fake fun?, a new virtual presentation tool, and much much more. Show Notes:  http://bit.ly/ep134cto If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! #PodcastEDU ***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes and more.   Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to The Check This Out Podcast! Episode #133 for August 24th, 2020 Title: “What Color Is Your Hybrid?” In this episode discuss how we are dealing with what education dealt us today. Also a countdown of ideas for Distance Learning, Plus more and many more resources for distance learning. Show Notes: http://bit.ly/ctoep133 If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! #PodcastEDU ***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes and more.   Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to The Check This Out Podcast! Episode #132 for July 24th, 2020 Title: “Midsummer Malaise!” In this episode we talk... Our summer schedules as we engage distance learners. Also Google Slides, HyperDocs & digitizing those old video tapes of yours, Plus, Some chrome extensions, a pintresty thing and much much more... Show Notes: https://bit.ly/ctoep132 If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! ***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes and more.   Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to The Check This Out Podcast! Episode #131 for June 19th, 2020 Title: “Summer Lovin’, Summer Learnin’!” In this episode we talk... Some of the items we will be partaking this summer! Also some PowerPoint talk and a gem of a YouTube channel you should check out Plus, offerings for PD in your PJ’s, Future updates to google meet and much much more... Show Notes: https://bit.ly/ctoEP131 If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! ***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes and more.   Thank you so much for checking this out!

We played a rendition for the Newlywed Game with some dear and wonderful friends on this episode. Come listen as we play a fun rendition of this classic game show with our friends Jennifer and Sam Kloczko Jessica and Sean Williams Christina and John Eick Rhonda and Jon Corippo Have fun and enjoy checking this out! If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! ***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes and more. Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to The Check This Out Podcast! Episode #129 for May 17th, 2020 Title: “Wrap it up” In this episode we talk... Some ideas how to wrap up this wacky school year by making end of the year videos. Also lets talk copyright and music, plus ways to organize your tabs and extensions in Chrome Plus, games to play virtually with friends, virtual bitmoji classroom and much much more... Show Notes: https://bit.ly/ctoep130 If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! ***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes and more.   Thank you so much for checking this out!

Had fun on Check This Out Game Night #2 playing Guesspionage & Fibbage! Thank you to our friends Gregg Eilers, Karly Moura, Bryon Carpenter, Jennifer Wolfe, Brandon Schut, Christina & Tom Covington, Cate Tolnai and with a brief appearance by the Great Ann Kozma! Make sure you check out all this fun and hilarious times on this episode! @greggeilers https://twitter.com/greggeilers@KarlyMoura https://twitter.com/KarlyMoura@BryonCar https://twitter.com/BryonCar@mamawolfeto2 https://twitter.com/mamawolfeto2@NodnarbTuhcs https://twitter.com/NodnarbTuhcs@ctopBUSD https://twitter.com/ctopBUSD@TechTomBUSD https://twitter.com/TechTomBUSD@CateTolnai https://twitter.com/CateTolnai@annkozma723 https://twitter.com/annkozma723

Welcome to The Check This Out Podcast! Episode #129 for May 1, 2020 Title: “The Kids Are Talking” In this episode we talk... A survey we shared out about distance learning from the students’ point of views. Plus PE Challenges from home and some DIY projects Summer programs at the KCI, Online Whiteboards and the Beastie Boysssssss Show Notes: https://bit.ly/cto129ep If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! ***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes and more.   Thank you so much for checking this out!

This episode was game night with friends! Ed Campos Jr., Jen Giffen, Andy Losik, Cristina Bustamante, Karly Moura joined us for a fun game of MixTape!!! Hopefully more games are in store! Thank You to: Ed Campos Jr (Ed Campos Jr.) Jen Giffen (@virtualgiff) Andy Losik (@mrlosik) Cristina Bustamante (@Cbustamante2222) Karly Moura (@KarlyMoura) If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! ***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes and more. Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to The Check This Out Podcast! Episode #128 for March 23rd, 2020 Title: “Connecting During The Crisis” In this episode we talk... What’s working these days while staying connected during this crisis. Plus who are you using for your video conference and I need to buy a gaming system! And, Chrome extensions for MEET, escaping reality with VR games and much much more... Show Notes: bit.ly/ctoep128 Wakelet If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! ***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes and more. Thank you so much for checking this out!

Welcome to The Check This Out Podcast! Episode #128 for March 23rd, 2020 Title: “Check this Shukes DIESOL TOSA’s Giff Out” In this episode we talked... About how we are dealing with the current situation in the world And some of your favorites from the different porcast… A Bad Dad Joke, Manic Minute, MixTape questions and Fun Finds. Such a fun collaboration between The DIESOL Podcast, Check This Out, Shukes and Giff and TOSA’s Talking Tech. Here is where you can find their podcasts if you do not listen and follow them already: The Diesol Podcast - The DIESOL Podcast covers EdTech in the field of English as a Second or Other Language. The show helps teachers consider best practices for their English Learning students and how to integrate technology into the classroom to help students where they are. Shukes and Giff - Shukes and Giff The Podcast is a weekly podcast by Canadian educators Kim Pollishuke (@KimPollishuke) and Jen Giffen (@VirtualGiff). The podcast aims to share EdTech treasures with the audience in hopes of creating an AHA moment and encouraging listeners to take those AHAs and give it a go. TOSAs Talking Tech - Two teachers talking about Technology Integration, giving ideas, troubleshooting, talking about SAMR and why we need tech in classrooms. This was a great way to get PD out to our teachers and we thought we should share it with everyone. Here it is. If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! ***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes and more. Thank you so much for checking this out!   Music: https://www.bensound.com

Welcome to The Check This Out Podcast! Episode #127 for March 10th, 2020Title: “Reshurrrgence”In this episode we talk... About CTE and Career and College Readiness Plus, google assistant now can read web pages and flying some drones And Extensions, free online resources, a fun site to remove backgrounds from videos and much much more... Show Notes: http://bit.ly/ep127cto Waklet collection: https://wke.lt/w/s/luIFx If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! ***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes and more. Thank you so much for checking this out!   Music: https://www.bensound.com

Welcome to The Check This Out Podcast! Episode #126 for February 17th, 2020 Title: “What’s In A Brand?” In this episode we ... About branding your schools and the stories you tell. And Google slides ideas and a really cool AR idea Plus Resources for literature, Podcasts for early learners, and much much more... Show Notes: http://bit.ly/ep126cto Waklet collection: https://wke.lt/w/s/luIFx If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! ***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes and more. Thank you so much for checking this out!     Music: https://www.bensound.com

Welcome to The Check This Out Podcast! Episode #125 for February 9th, 2020 Title: “Live from CAPCON2020” In this episode we ... Talk with Gina Ripley, Ed Campos Jr. and Nicole Beardsley… LIVE Fliphunts, Saturday Teachers, Vision Boards Pie Charts of passion, a little know Swedish rock band, and much much more… Show Notes: none and unscripted Waklet collection: https://wke.lt/w/s/luIFx If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! ***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes and more. Thank you so much for checking this out! Music: https://www.bensound.com

Welcome to The Check This Out Podcast! Episode #124 for January 26th, 2020Title: “ISTE 20 is a coming”In this episode we ... Have our first talk about the ISTE Conference. Plus lot of video tools, plus my dream of a one charger world Adobe Character Animator, Dolly Parton Challenge, photo editors and much much more… Show Notes: http://bit.ly/ctoep124 Waklet collection: https://wke.lt/w/s/luIFxIf you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! ***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes and more. Thank you so much for checking this out! Music: https://www.bensound.com

Welcome to The Check This Out Podcast! Episode #123 for January 1st, 2020 Title: “That’s a Wrap 2019” In this episode we talk about… About wrapping up 2019 and some ed tech debachles from the last decade. Fun techie family games you can check out Screencastify, Pictionary Air and much much more! Show Notes: http://bit.ly/ep123cto If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! ***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes and more. Thank you so much for checking this out! Music: https://www.bensound.com

Welcome to The Check This Out Podcast! Episode #122 for December 12th, 2019 Title: “Tis The Season” In this episode we talk about… A Create with Chrome calendar. Updates in the Ed Tech world and do you want to present at Fall CUE next year A wacky printer, some 2019 award winning apps to try and much much more... Show Notes: http://bit.ly/ep122cto If you are enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and give us a few stars. We appreciate the feedback and acknowledgment. Join our facebook group and follow our twitter! ***Please visit Check This Out Podcast dot Com for show notes, past episodes and more. Thank you so much for checking this out! Music: https://www.bensound.com