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Old Dog New Tech

by Jeff West

25+ year educator, Jeff West explores Ed. Tech. ideas, innovations, and integration methods from the "experienced old-dog" side of things. A high school band director for most of his career, Jeff will focus on integrating tech at all grade levels.

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  1. ODNT Season 3 Episode 68 Video Creation Tools: Reviews and Favorites

    In this episode I talk you through some video creation tools I tried out during the Emergency Remote Learning months. The links are below, you should check them out. Make sure you know what you need in a video creation tool, which is really determined by what your students need of course, but…

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  2. ODNT Episode 67 May 16 2020 GSites update and uses

    A few new updates and past thoughts about using Google Sites in your classroom.

  3. ODNT Episode 66 Audio and Video Tools for all your online needs.

    I have been busy keeping in touch with my students, researching tech tools and developing content. This episode highlights the following tools that I have been using and suggest you give them a try. Audio creation Soundtrap Audacity Garage Band Screencast your content Screencastify...

  4. ODNT March 15, 2020 Episode 65- Online Teaching- 3 questions before creating content

    Developing, delivering and assessing online content requires careful of consideration many details. Here are 3 questions that will help with the process. What do you want the students to learn? What do you want the end product to be? Is this a time to try a new tool or use a tool you are...

  5. Episode 64-ODNT Add Questions to Videos and Assess

    I have been off the air for a couple of months and I have a line up of podcasts. I also have finally gotten “in the flow” so to speak, with the new teaching assignment I asked for and was given. Along with my HS music classes, I am teaching STEAM to gr. 3-5 using Project Lead The Way; a great...

  6. Episode 63 ODNT From Phone to Chromebook- my daily tech tools

    The past few epidsodes have been about student engagement, but this episode is about my engagement. Each day I use the same tech tools, I have become more adept at using them as a result. I use about 3 pieces of online software and try to incorporate 1 or 2 tools as they apply to my teaching.…

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  7. Episode 62 ODNT The Link to Student Engagement

    This episode is a continuation of sorts of episode 61 in that I am focusing on creating or increasing student engagement using Google Slides. The last episode, I looked at using Slides to deliver content or have students create a slide demonstrating their understanding of content. This time I…

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  8. ODNT Episode 61 Engaging Students with Google Slides

    Engaging students is a challenge all educators face. No matter how perfect we think our lesson plan is, there always seems to be 1 or 2 students that are slow to get engaged in class. This episode is about using Google Slides to deliver content with or, better yet, have your students create an...

  9. ODNT Episode 60- My Google Sheets Go To Tools

    I have been off the podcast for awhile and I have a few things to share about Google Sheets. Splitting text into two columns, flippity.net, and Google Forms are highlighted in this episode. Oh, and don't forget to share!!

  10. ODNT Season 2 Episode 59 Tech Integration with Triple E Framework (An Overview)

    In this episode, I look at (literally) the Triple E Framework for integrating tech into the classroom. Get ideas on how to determine if technology is the right tool to use for your lessons or how technology can enhance learning. I encourage you to click the links below and find out more, because...

  11. Episode 58 Tech tools for Student Needs Assessment

    I have had a great summer. You can probably tell because I have not been podcasting as regularly as I did during the school year. Well, I am sorry about that and I am not sorry about that. I traveled and took time for me. I kept reading articles and listening to podcasts but I noticed that things...

  12. ODNT Season 2 Episode 57- July 18, 2019 Fostering Collaboration

    Welcome to Season 2!! I discuss some tech free activities and thoughts on how to integrate tech in the process of building the collaboration skills of students. Thanks for listening and drop me an email or leave a review on iTunes. My email is [email protected] Tech tools in this episode:...

  13. June 2, 2019. Episode 56. Three easy ways to capture and use images.

    #1 Awesome Screenshot- Chrome browser extension. https://www.awesomescreenshot.com/. #2 Remove background. https://www.remove.bg/?gclid=CjwKCAjw583nBRBwEiwA7MKvoNw1yMF11GXyWr2K3DEx80y5TYMVHnADnB2nPTzER_55t5oDZyzKOhoC0KUQAvD_BwE #3 Use the share to drive feature on your phone camera. Tech treat.…

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  14. May 12, 2019- Episode 55- Drive uses for students and staff

    Here are four ways/features that students and staff can use Google drive to enhance education. They have worked for me and I think you will love them! Teach treat this week focuses on Tabs. Let me know what you think at [email protected] or leave a review on iTunes.

  15. May 11, 2019-Episode 54- 3 Great uses for Google Slides

    First podcast in a couple weeks! End of the year is crazy! I have been using Google slides a lot though and wanted to give you some ideas on how your night use this great tool. I created a program for my concert and a cool website section with links to important information for parents and...

  16. April 21, 2019 ODNT Ep. 53 Four tech skills to help students and classroom tech integration

    Closing out the year, I am looking at the things I wish would have gone better and the things that went great! In this episode, I focus on 4 things that I should have made sure all students understood before trying to implement some technology. These 4 are not the answer to every problem, but I...

  17. April 5, 2019 ODNT Episode 52 Easy ways to integrate tech

    Integrating tech into the classroom can seem challenging...overwhelming...impossible...even needless. The key is not the tech you use but the method or approach you take. There are many great tools and they do take time to get used to, but most of the time struggles with implementing tech comes...

  18. April 2, 2019 ODNT Ep. 51 Using Video to increase quality of student work

    Any length of video assignment can motivate and inspire students to increase their quality of work. This podcast has suggestions of apps you can use, but also some ideas on approaches of using video creation. If you think that a quick, unedited video has little meaningful learning in it. I...

  19. March 29, 2019 ODNT Episode 50 Share the Love: How to share your content.

    Collaborating is a great feature of digital content. There are a few things you must do to make sure everyone has access. This episode highlights sharing Google Drive and Suite content Along with a few tricks for sharing anything that has a linking or embed code feature. Time saving tips that…

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  20. March 28th, 2019 ODNT Episode 49 Personal Goal setting with Google Calendar

    Google Calendar offers a goal setting feature that enables you to insert a goal into your busy life by answering a few questions. Google will find times based on what you have entered in your calendar and help you reschedule and keep track of your progress. I use this feature on my phone and...

  21. March 25th, 2019 ODNT Episode 48 Go on a World Tour and never leave your classroom

    I created a tour using Tour Builder and I highlight how I used it. If you haven't had the chance to check out this tool, take some time and do it. This is a great tool for delivering content and letting students develop their own. This is a great tool to use as your first tech integration...

  22. March 23, 2019 ODNT Episode 47 Five things I learned at MACUL

    I attended the Michigan Association of Computer Users and Learners Conference at Cobo Center in Detroit, Michigan. I learned a lot and was part of a presentation about Tech Coaching (more of a panel discussion). I have whittled down the things I learned to a top 5. I put links below as needed. I...

  23. March 13, 2019 ODNT Episode 46 Interview with Jodie Kleymeer- Are you a digital native or immigrant? (Part 2 of the interview)

    In this part of the interview, Jodie and I continue to compare the two groups of tech users- natives and immigrants. We find we belong to both groups and most people do too. What do you think? Does it matter in the end? We talk about solving problems horizontally and look back to the time...

  24. March 7, 2019 ODNT Episode 45 Digital Natives and Immigrants discussion with Jodie Kleymeer

    We experienced teachers are considered digital immigrants, by some, and our students are digital natives. Does it matter? Media Specialist Jodie Kleymeer joins me in this podcast to talk about this. In Part 1 of this interview, we share a few stories and opinions about our experiences and ideas…

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  25. March 3, 2019 ODNT Episode 44 Tech tools for Discussion (Part 3 of 3 Fostering Discussion)

    This is the last of a 3 part series on discussion in the classroom. I highlight and review the pieces of tech you can use to help engage students in a classroom discussion. Check out the tech and remember these are great tools, but you are the professional that decides whether to use them....

  26. ODNT Episode 39- Interview with Ian Boyton K-1 General Music

    Jan. 24, 2019- ODNT Episode 39- In Grand Rapids, Michigan at the Michigan Music Conference. Enjoy this interview with Ian Boyton K-1 General Music teacher. Ian shares his early and current use of tech, as well as some information about tech accessibility. Very informational and inspirational for...

  27. Feb. 25, 2019 ODNT Episode 43 Get discussions moving! (Part 2 of 3 in Fostering Discussion Skills)

    In this episode I talk about the next things I did in fostering stronger discussion skills. Some students are intimidated by students that speak up so easily; so I held a discussion on more general questions that everyone could answer and gave them the opportunity to communicate online and in...

  28. Feb. 22, 2019 ODNT Episode 42 Fostering Discussion Skills (Part 1 of 3)

    In this first part of 3 podcast episodes, I reflect on the first steps I took in developing the discussion skills of my students. Researching articles, books and Twitter led me to using certain types of discussions and developing questioning styles. The articles listed below are a few I found...

  29. Feb. 10, 2019 ODNT Episode 41 Blended Learning Models: What might work for you?

    Are you utilizing blended learning? This method of educating demands tech integration, but may not be the right thing for your students. I give you a run down of different blended learning models (complete with my philosophical meanderings) and focus on using Google Sites as a tool for creating...

  30. Feb. 3, 2019 ODNT Episode 40 The what, why, and how of Reflection in the classroom.

    In my 40th episode, I look at some articles about what reflection is and why it is important to utilize it in your classroom. I also give a few suggestions on how to integrate tech to start and complete the process. Reflection is an integral part of creating meaningful learning experiences. Think...

  31. Jan. 20, 2019 ODNT Episode 38 Keep Content Awesome!!

    A pun in the title...This podcast goes with a blog post I did on using Google Keep and Awesome Screenshot to create png's easily. Take a look at it for more examples of what you can do with these tools. Sometimes the biggest barrier to integrating tech into the classroom is time. Part of the...

  32. Jan. 13, 2019 Episode 37 Where to start with tech

    Looking back at my first use of tech and comparing that to where I am now might help .make some integration decisions. Google Drive and Keep were my first primary apps but you might want to try something else. Remember student needs drive the integration of tech, but I also think tech can make…

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  33. Jan. 6, 2019 Episode 36 New Year Review! Where are you at with tech?

    ODNT Jan. 6, 2019 Episode 36 New Year's review!! Where are you at with tech? I review a segment of episode 3 where I first asked the question and I look at what I am doing now. Tech treat as always, a podcast to listen to and tech to explore.

  34. Jan. 4, 2019 ODNT Interview w/ John Daly HS Teacher: Pros and Cons of Tech Integration

    My friend and colleague John Daly joins me for a discussion about tech integration past, present and future. John has been a HS teacher for 25+ years and brings his ideas and experiences to the podcast to offer thoughts and ideas on tech integration and successes and failures he has had that may...

  35. Jan. 2, 2019 ODNT Episode 34 Interview with Elementary Teacher of Tech, PBL, PLTW and Music

    Not just any elementary teacher in this episode...she is my wife! Married for 26 years with 2 children (ages 19 and 22); she is an incredible wife and mother; and also a fantastic educator. She has been an integral part of the integration of technology in her school and district, teaching music,...

  36. Dec. 27, 2018 ODNT Episode 33 Tech Treats GALORE!!

    I hope you are having a great Holiday break! I took a few minutes to put together a compilation of tech treats for you from past episodes. NO CALORIES!! I will be back next week with a couple of interviews and more tech integration ideas. Have a safe and relaxing Holiday!

  37. Dec. 19, 2018 ODNT Episode 32 PE and Tech

    I sit down with Robin Kutney, Will Puvalowski, and Jimmy Roehm; 3 outstanding physical education teachers and colleagues. We talk about PE before tech, current uses of tech and a wish list for future integrated tech. This is a great conversation for all educators because all levels of tech use…

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  38. Dec. 16, 2018 ODNT Learning Theories and Higher-Ed Online

    I was doing some research on online pedagogy, I piloted an online/hybrid course and was struggling a bit, and came across a couple of articles and thought I would read some of the articles and pose a couple of questions and share some thoughts. Among the many overwhelming things in education are...

  39. Dec. 9, 2018 ODNT Episode 30 Cntrl K and me

    I like to use keyboard commands to do the things you can do with a right click.This week I have been using cntrl K a lot. It is Holiday Concert time and I am creating a Google Slides as an online program. I am also printing a few paper copies but, my online program has program notes and I had...

  40. Dec. 2, 2018 ODNT Episode 29 Can I do without tech?

    Let's take a look at a Google Site I made following the MACUL Conference in 2017. I made this to share with colleagues and to organize the many tools and ideas I witnessed at the conference. After almost two years, I take a look at the list and talk about whether I need these tools or not. I look...

  41. Nov. 25, 2018 ODNT Ep. 28 Personalize and Customize with Google Drawing and Sites

    Trying to create more interactive experiences for my students and those who visit my class websites, I have begun experimenting with creating a Google Drawing with images or colorful shapes or text boxes that are linked to information or presentation that I have created. This episode is about how...

  42. Nov. 19, 2018 ODNT Episode 27 Edutopia-Do you know what this is?

    If you are not a reader and would be prefer to listen, this podcast episode is for you. If you search the internet for any article or information about education, you will come across Edutopia. The George Lucas Educational Foundation founded the site in 1991 with the focus on creating the...

  43. Nov. 18, 2019 ODNT Episode 26 Google Sites and me

    Google Sites has received some incredible changes that has made it one of my primary tech tools. In my opinion, it is the easiest website creator to use, but does have some limitations. Still for classroom use, I don’t think there is anything better. If you want to code and create this may not be...

  44. Nov. 12, 2018 ODNT Episode 25 A Blast from the Past

    In this episode I look back over the previous 24 episode and put in a couple of segments that I think might work right now for you. However, you might want to take a look at the list I put together with links to each episode in case you don’t want to scroll down the episodes. Wow! 25 episodes. I…

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  45. Nov. 11, 2018 ODNT Episode 24 We need a method

    In 13 school days trimester 1 comes to an end. I have been part of an online collaboration, focusing on getting students to reflect, trying to create more interactive experiences for students, and navigating a hectic time for band directors known as Marching Band Season. What do all of these have...

  46. Nov. 5, 2018 ODNT Episode 23 Google Updates and What is a good conference session?

    A couple of changes I have noticed in Google and I am presenting for the first time at a conference. The first is exciting and the second a little scary but both are part of my daily tech integration. This episode I highlight the Google changes and conference prep and how it is changing me and my...

  47. Nov. 4, 2018 ODNT Episode 22 Explore these Resources

    Exploring tech can be time consuming. This episode is short and to the point. Three resources for additional content, learning objects or maybe a primary resource. What do your students need? Is always the question. There are a lot of choices. Here are a few I have used or studied. See what you...

  48. Oct. 29, 2018 ODNT Ep. 21 Unscripted--Things I left out or forgot to mention earlier

    In this episode, I jump around to different topics and go deeper into a few subjects from past episodes. I like to try and keep episode to less than 30 minutes, usually 20. So, that means somethin' s gotta give...this episode is a compilation of some things I left out, but are worth a listen. The...

  49. Oct. 28, 2018 ODNT Communication and Diffusion of Innovation

    In episode 20, I look at Diffusion of Innovation and a closer look at using Google Drawing or Slides to create an email brochure or bilboard. Episode 19 I discussed several ways I communicate, in this episode I focus on a couple of Google apps and my reasons for choosing the style of…

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  50. Oct. 22, 2018 ODNT Episode 19 How do you communicate?

    Early in my career most communication if not all was verbal and written. I didn’t use video or any other form of communication very much or at all. Now that video and audio communication is so much easier via technology, I have many resources I utilize. How do you communicate content, events,...

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25+ year educator, Jeff West explores Ed. Tech. ideas, innovations, and integration methods from the "experienced old-dog" side of things. A high school band director for most of his career, Jeff will focus on integrating tech at all grade levels.

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