In this episode of the Ditch That Textbook podcast, Matt and Karly discuss the latest news and updates in education technology. They highlight Google's release of the Gemini AI model and Quizizz's new feature allowing students to refer to videos or documents while answering questions. The big idea for this episode is end-of-semester projects, with Matt suggesting the creation of infographics using tools like Google Drawings or Canva, and Karly recommending student-created quizzes as a way for students to show what they know. They also share tech tips, quick teaching strategies, and a template of the week to support you as we wrap up the semester.
News and updates:
The Big Idea: End of Semester Final Project Ideas
Tech tips:
Quick Teaching Strategies:
Template of the Week:
137: Being bored and brilliant in class
136: Four tools to check out from #fetc Tech Share Live
135: The optimal times to do different types of work #fetc
134: Timing matters in schools from Dan Pink #FETC
133: Learning space design with Bob Dillon
132: Google Slides: Copy selected slides
131: Building relationships by being close
130: 2 ways to mix up your Flipgrid activities
129: 2 tips to start gamification in your class
128: Get busy on what you want to be known for
127: 5 ways to start with AR/VR in class
126: Iorad: quick tutorials and instructions
125: Part 2: Avoiding the "gotcha" game on tests
124: Part 1: Avoiding the "gotcha" game on tests
123: Making memes in class with Google Drawings
122: Tech Like a PIRATE
121: Organize your Google Classroom
120: What are your big wins?
119: What kind of culture are you promoting?
118: A network full of podcasts to check out
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