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House of #EdTech

House of #EdTech

De: Christopher J. Nesi
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Join Chris Nesi, an educator and edtech enthusiast, as he explores innovative educational tools, teaching strategies, and technology trends. Whether you're a seasoned educator or just starting your edtech journey, House of #EdTech has something for everyone.© 2014-2026. Christopher J. Nesi. Desarrollo Personal Éxito Personal
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  • TrafficLiteEdu: How to Clearly Define AI Use in Schools - HoET268

    TrafficLiteEdu: How to Clearly Define AI Use in Schools - HoET268
    Apr 5 2026

    AI is everywhere in education—but clarity isn’t.

    I’m joined by Derek Tranchina, creator of TrafficLiteEdu, to unpack one of the biggest challenges schools are facing right now: not whether to use AI, but how to use it well. The real issue isn’t the tools—it’s the confusion around expectations, boundaries, and purpose.

    Derek shares how the TrafficLiteEdu framework helps schools bring clarity to AI use through a simple, practical approach—giving educators and students a shared language for what’s acceptable, what’s not, and what falls somewhere in between.

    If your school is struggling with mixed messages, inconsistent policies, or hesitation around AI, this conversation will help you cut through the noise and focus on what actually matters.

    Because in the end, it’s not about banning or embracing AI—it’s about being clear.
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    32 m
  • Connectedness and the Future of EdTech - HoET267

    Connectedness and the Future of EdTech - HoET267
    Mar 15 2026

    In this episode of House of #EdTech, Chris Nesi explores a powerful idea that could shape the next era of education technology: connectedness. While many conversations about innovation focus on tools, platforms, and artificial intelligence, Chris zooms out to examine the deeper force that has always driven meaningful change in education.

    From the early days of a single classroom computer to today's globally connected learning environments, technology has steadily expanded our ability to connect students, educators, ideas, and opportunities. Chris challenges listeners to think critically about how connection—not just devices—will influence the next generation of learning experiences. The episode invites educators to reflect on how they can intentionally design more connected classrooms, communities, and learning networks in 2026 and beyond.

    The Evolution of EdTech

    Education technology has changed dramatically over the years.

    What Connectedness Really Means

    Connectedness in education goes beyond Wi-Fi and devices.

    Technology as a Bridge

    Rather than replacing traditional learning experiences, technology can serve as a bridge, connecting learners to knowledge, people, and perspectives that were previously out of reach.

    Why This Matters for Educators

    As technology continues to evolve, educators face an important challenge:

    Are we using technology simply because it exists, or are we using it to create meaningful connections?

    Final Reflection

    Chris encourages listeners to reflect on their own classrooms and ask:

    1. How connected are my students to the world around them?
    2. How connected am I to other educators?
    3. How can technology strengthen learning relationships?
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    36 m
  • The 2026 "Level Up" – 6 Tools to Transform Your Practice - HoET266

    The 2026 "Level Up" – 6 Tools to Transform Your Practice - HoET266
    Jan 18 2026
    Kicking off 2026, let's cut through the noise and focus on what actually matters: edtech tools that can genuinely move the needle for educators. Rather than chasing trends or shiny new platforms, this episode is about intentional, practical technology use that supports feedback, collaboration, creativity, engagement, organization, and student voice.#EdTech Thought: Shrinking the Engagement GapThe episode tackles the growing disconnect between students’ highly interactive digital lives outside of school and the passive digital experiences they often encounter in classrooms.Chris challenges the idea that more screen time equals more engagement and introduces the 80/20 Producer Strategy:For every 80% of the time students spend consuming informationEnsure at least 20% is spent creating something with value beyond the gradebookThe core message:Engagement in 2026 isn’t about flashy tools. It’s about student agency. When students create, design, build, and solve real problems, the engagement gap begins to close.Six Tools to Level Up in 2026#1 Mote — Rethinking FeedbackFeedback is essential but time-consuming. Mote allows educators to leave quick voice comments directly inside Google Docs, Slides, and LMS platforms.Why it matters:Faster than typingMore personal and humanAccessible through audio + transcriptionLevel-Up Question:Where in your workflow could your voice be more effective than your keyboard?#2 FigJam — Making Thinking VisibleFigJam is a collaborative digital whiteboard that turns learning into an active, visible process.Use it to:Brainstorm and organize ideasCapture student thinking in real timeSupport collaboration for both synchronous and asynchronous workLevel-Up Question:How often do students visually share their thinking before submitting a final product?#3 Canva — Creativity That CommunicatesCanva has evolved into a full creation and communication platform, allowing students to demonstrate learning visually and professionally.Classroom possibilities include:Infographics and explainer visualsDigital portfoliosEthical media creation and storytellingLevel-Up Question:Are students creating content — or just consuming it?#4 Curipod, Pear Deck & Nearpod — Real-Time EngagementThese tools transform traditional presentations into interactive learning experiences through polls, questions, and formative checks.Why they work:Immediate insight into student understandingNo extra gradingIncreased accountability without pressureLevel-Up Question:How often do you pause mid-lesson to see what students understand right now?#5 Google Keep — Simple Organization That WorksGoogle Keep acts as a lightweight, flexible system for managing ideas, tasks, and reminders across devices.Great for:Capturing lesson ideas on the goCreating to-do listsSharing notes with colleaguesLevel-Up Question:Where could a simple system reduce mental clutter and free up focus for teaching?#6 Padlet — Amplifying Every Student VoicePadlet creates flexible digital spaces where all students can contribute ideas, questions, and reflections.Use Padlet for:Brainstorming and exit ticketsBackchannel discussionsCollaborative research and planningLevel-Up Question:How often do all students get to contribute at the same time in a visible way?What’s NextChris also shares updates on:A 30-Days to Launch a Podcast short-form video seriesThe launch of SatCast, a new community-focused podcast project
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    31 m
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