Reading Time: < 1 minuteIn this episode, Dr. Rob McDole and Jared Pyles wrap up the “What, Why, How” series by discussing some of their favorite educational technology tools. Check out this episode to hear them geek out about ed tech. Podcast links Show notes Jared’s favorite tech tools: Rob’s favorite tech tools: From Jared’s Boise friends: We would love to get your feedback! Please fill out our survey to help improve our podcast and serve you better. Want to never miss a post? Subscribe here!
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Transform Your Teaching: The What, the Why, and the How of Technology Integration – Mental Models
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIn this episode Dr. Rob McDole and Jared Pyles continue to talk about technology integration, this time focusing on helpful mental models for educational technology best practices. Check out the episode to hear about the planning cycle model and how Backward Design illustrates those principles. Podcast links Show Notes Building mental models can help educators approach using technology in their courses. One such mental model is “the planning cycle” which begins with identifying needs and determining whether they are real needs or felt needs. Once the real needs are identified, SMART goals can be created based on those real needs. After goals are established, it’s important…
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Transform Your Teaching: The What, the Why, and the How of Technology Integration – A Conversation with Dr. Miller
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIn this episode, Dr. Rob McDole and Jared Pyles welcome Dr. Chris Miller, Senior Professor of Biblical Studies at Cedarville University, onto the podcast. Dr. Miller has been integrating technology into his teaching for decades. Check out the episode to hear about the results he sees from his students because of integrating technology as well as the shifting landscape of student needs and learning habits. Podcast links Show Notes From his years of teaching, Dr. Miller recognizes that his students’ needs change from year to year and from class to class and adapts his teaching based on his observations of his students. He recognizes that students…