Featured Content5 Ways to Promote Digital Citizenship at Home and SchoolEmphasize content creation over content consumption.Model for our kids - both at home and at school - how to develop a balance between online and offline.Cite source

Edtech PodSquad Simulcast - BBEDU 24

Sep 23rd, 2019 31m 51s

On episode 24 of The Bits & Bytes of Education, I share a recent episode of The Edtech PodSquad, a podcast I cohost with 4 Missouri Technology Leaders. What's New: Flipgrid updatesCoach's Corner: SeeSaw for SchoolsFeatured Content: How

Google Tools in the Math Classroom - BBEDU 23

Jul 21st, 2019 36m 20s

The Edtech MinuteThank you to these educators who chatted with me at ISTE:Donna Albertsons shared her thoughts about podcasting for PD. Connect with Donna on Twitter @albertsonsclassKatie Cherry shared her ISTE take away. Connect with Katie

5 Tips for Attending BIG Conferences - BBEDU22

Jun 14th, 2019 43m 1s

The Edtech MinutePodcasting with students can be an inexpensive project. Here's what you need to get started:1 teacher account to Anchor.FM1 Chromebook1 Yeti microphoneFeatured ContentJen Walter is a middle school science teacher and ed

Level Up Student Reflections with Screencastify and Google - BBEDU 21

May 31st, 2019 29m 46s

Full show notes at jpprezz.com/pod/21The Edtech MinuteToontastic 3D is a digital storytelling app by made by Google with our younger learners in mind. There are 3 major reasons I recommend Toontastic:Ease of usePrivacy compliant A new way

Video Projects in the Classroom - BBEDU 20

May 13th, 2019 51m

Connect with the showJP's Twitter: @jpprezzJP's Instagram: @jpprezzBits and Bytes on Twitter: @bitsandbytesEDUTalk about the show: #bitsandbytesEDULeave feedback on the new Bits & Bytes of Education Flipgrid community! jpprezz.com/fl

#Edtech in the Spanish Classroom - BBEDU 19

Apr 27th, 2019 42m 59s

Connect with JP and the show:JP's Twitter: @jpprezzJP's Instagram: @jpprezzBits and Bytes on Twitter: @bitsandbytesEDUTalk about the show: #bitsandbytesEDUThe Edtech MinuteSchedule email messages in Gmail - quick demo hereCustomize swi

Leading a District Twitter Challenge - BBEDU 18

Apr 9th, 2019 26m 25s

The Edtech MinuteAccording to the G Suite Update Blog, the ability to insert audio in Google Slides is coming to all G Suite users soon. Featured ContentHere are a few things to consider when you are planning a Twitter challenge:1. How

Start your own Educational Conference - BBEDU17

Mar 15th, 2019 33m 23s

Get the full show notes at jpprezz.com/pod/17.The Edtech MinuteCreate a folder in the bookmark bar of Google Chrome to store tabs that you would otherwise keep open. Bookmark folders can hold webpages, Google Docs, and even emails! Featu

Technology's Role in Literacy Instruction - BBEDU 16

Feb 20th, 2019 37m 16s

The Edtech MinuteReader Response GIFs with andtheniwaslike.co. Here is a Google Slides template to get you started. Featured ContentRead, Write, Teach by Linda RiefTina's Twitter recommendation: The Teacher's College Reading and Writing P

Make the most of professional conferences - BBEDU15

Feb 5th, 2019 32m 13s

View the full show notes at jpprezz.com/pod/15Share The Bits & Bytes of Education on social media using the hashtag #bitsandbytesEDU!A big thank you to the Podcast PD crew for giving the podcast a shout out on episode 44!Check out Tech

Creating Content in Google Slides - BBEDU 14

Jan 24th, 2019 45m 57s

Check out the full show notes at jpprezz.com/pod/14JP's METC 2019 PresentationsThe Midwest Educational Technology Conference is February 11-13 in St. Charles, MO. Come hang out with me in my conference presentations:Monday - I just Atten

A First Year Administrator’s Journey - BBEDU 13

Jan 7th, 2019 39m 40s

JP's Upcoming Conference Presentations:Midwest Education Technology Conference, February 11-13:Feb 11: I Just Attended the Best. Conference. Ever.Feb 12: The Edtech PodSquad LIVE!Feb 13: Memes, GIFs, and #Booksnaps, oh my!ISTE 2019Buildin

Tips for Effective #Edtech Integration- BBEDU 12

Dec 4th, 2018 20m 38s

The Edtech MinuteformRanger is a Google Forms add on that will eliminate an answer choice -actually replace it with a blank space or other text - on a Google Forms multiple choice question after it has had a specified number of selections. Thr

#Edtech, #Makerspaces, & the K-5 Library - BBEDU 11

Nov 13th, 2018 29m 25s

The Edtech MinuteGoogle recently rolled out closed captioning in Google Slides presentations. Here is the Google Keyword blog post announcing it. Now that you know how to use close captioning in Google Slides, amp up your use by:presenting wi

Presenting at #Edtech Conferences - BBEDU 010

Oct 23rd, 2018 44m 20s

The Edtech MinuteRecently I hosted two parent digital citizenship events where I gave a presentation called Hold the Phone: tips for managing teens with smartphones. This presentation focused on helping our kids navigate their digital lives by

ISTE Standards in the Classroom - BBEDU 009

Oct 8th, 2018 38m 38s

My latest blog post: Will YOU take the #EDUpodcastchallenge?The Edtech MinuteI recently hosted a viewing of the documentary Screenagers. This is a movie about screen addiction and how families can navigate the world of social media and cre

First Grade View of Education - BBEDU 008

Sep 25th, 2018 30m 12s

The Edtech MinuteI recently had the 5 year anniversary of working full time in an edtech role. Three things I have learned:1. Elementary and secondary teachers and students are different. 2. Everyone loves someone who can help. 3. Having a

Share YOUR Voice - BBEDU 007

Sep 12th, 2018 39m 35s

The Edtech MinuteThe core content, not a piece of technology, should be the focal point of a lesson or learning activity. Featured ContentChris Nesi is a high school social studies teacher, podcaster, and presenter who hosts The House of Ed

How to be in Six Schools at Once - BBEDU 006

Aug 28th, 2018 36m

The Edtech MinuteUnpacking the recent updates to Google Classroom. 1. Classwork page2. Gradning interfaceMy Google Classroom resourceFeatured ContentLacey Majors serves the Fox C-6 School District as a 6-12th grade gifted educator. Ou

Planning High Quality PD - BBEDU 005

Aug 12th, 2018 42m 32s

Check out the full show notes at jpprezz.com/pod/005The Edtech MinuteHow can we ensure that our students are connected to the real world when they are learning in our classrooms?Featured ContentDr. Amy Zielinski currently serves the L

Creating Change Makers with Design Thinking - BBEDU 004

Jul 12th, 2018 29m 37s

Check out the full show notes at jpprezz.com/pod/004.The Edtech MinuteSelecting the right tool for the right task at the right time. Featured ContentEva Rudolph serves Fox Middle School as a math and leadership teacher, along with helping

Creating Teacher Technology Leaders - 003

Jun 25th, 2018 38m 47s

The Edtech MinuteYour Work MattersFeatured ContentErin Lawson currently serves the Orchard Farm School District as the the District Technology Coach. Prior to this role, Erin taught 6th grade for 9 years. Erin is the founder of the #Stude

Facilitate learning with SeeSaw - 002

Jun 12th, 2018 27m 20s

The Edtech Minute: Date the tool, marry the abilityFeatured Content: high school library media specialist Tonya Thompson shares how she uses SeeSaw to facilitate student learningWhat I'm Learning: Google Team DriveFull show notes: jpprezz.

Engaging Students with Technology -Episode 001

May 30th, 2018 36m 44s

The Edtech Minute: Exciting is not the same as engagingFeatured content: a conversation with award winning social studies teacher, PD lead, and incoming K-12 Social Studies Coordinator, Jordan McGaughey.What I'm Learning: ISTE's #ETCoache