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37: A.I and the Future of Education with Peter Foltz, Research Professor Professor, Institute of Cognitive Science at the University of Colorado - Boulder

Dec. 23, 2021

On the 37th episode of EdUp EdTech, I had the humble privilege of chatting with Peter Foltz , Research Professor at the Institute of Cognitive Science at the University of Colorado, Boulder. In this episode, we discuss A.I.,…

36: When Teaching and Instructional Design Intersect - A Conversation with Dr. Jason Gulya, Professor of English at Berkeley College

Dec. 9, 2021

On the 36th episode of EdUp EdTech, I got to chat with an amazing faculty member at Berkeley College, Dr. Jason Gulya . In this episode, Jason shares how learning more about the field of instructional design has helped him r…

35: Talking Tech, Learning and Teaching with Erick Ofgang, Senior Writer at Tech & Learning

Nov. 25, 2021

On the 35th episode of EdUp EdTech, I had the pleasure of chatting with Erick Ofgang , Senior Writer at Tech & Learning. In this episode, Erick and I talk about teaching during Covid, his love for writing in the field of edu…

34: Simplifying International Studies with Syed Zeehad, the Founder of Connected

Nov. 11, 2021

Episode 34 of the EdUp EdTech Podcast features Syeed Zeehad

33: Using Supplemental Instruction to Support Students with Nicolò Bates, the founder and CEO of TEDU

Oct. 28, 2021

On the 33rd episode of EdUp EdTech, I got to chat with Nicolò Bates , the founder and CEO of TEDU . During this episode, we discuss how TEDU was created to be a one-stop place for students to find all of the academic resourc…

32: All Things Instructional Design with Julie Dirksen, Learning Strategy Consultant at Usable Learning & Author Design for How People Learn

Oct. 14, 2021

On the 32nd episode of EdUp EdTech, I got to chat with Julie Dirksen, who is the author of Design for How People Learn and a learning strategist. During this episode, we talk about all things instructional design! Over at Us…

31: A Promising Vision to Help Educators Implement EdTech in the Classroom with Sam Kary, CEO and Founder, & Thom Gibson, Creative Director - The New EdTech Classroom

Sept. 30, 2021

On the 31st episode of EdUp EdTech, I got to chat with Sam Kary , CEO, and Founder and Thom Gibson , Creative Director of the New EdTech Classroom . Sam and Thom are both former educators who want to help current educators d…

Bonus Episode: What I Wish I Knew Before Becoming an Instructional Designer with Author Dr. Luke Hobson

Sept. 27, 2021

My favorite nerd and ID BFF, Dr. Luke Hobson joins us for a special Bonus Episode. You all already know Luke is an amazing human and has provided the ID community with some fabulous resources. Now, Luke has written an AMAZIN…

30: Engaging Learners and Saving Teachers Hours with Camila Oliveira, an Educational Consultant at ALL In Learning

Sept. 23, 2021

On the 30th episode of EdUp EdTech, I got to chat with Camila Oliveira , who is an Educational Consultant at ALL In Learning . During this episode, we chat about how ALL In Learning is changing and improving student engageme…

29: The Model for Digital Learning with Dr. Tom Cavanagh, the Vice Provost for Digital Learning at the University of Central Florida

Sept. 9, 2021

On the 29th episode of EdUp EdTech, I got to chat with Dr. Tom Cavanagh , the Vice Provost for Digital Learning at the University of Central Florida (UCF) . During this episode, we chat about how UCF is a model for digital l…

28: Innovation Out of Necessity with Seth Raphael, the Founder of LinkJoin

Aug. 26, 2021

On the 28th episode of EdUp EdTech, I got to chat with Seth Raphael , the founder of LinkJoin . During this episode, we chat about how LinkJoin was developed out of the pandemic and virtual learning. It ensures you never mis…

27: The Value of Mentorship and Using EdTech for Plagiarism Prevention with Eric Gibbs, President of Ouriginal

Aug. 19, 2021

On the 27th episode of EdUp EdTech, I got to chat with Eric Gibbs , the President (Americas) of Ouriginal . During this episode, we chat about how Ouriginal ensures originality and authenticity in written work from a student…

26: Systems for a Safe Campus & Work Environment with Sa Dao, Vice President of Marketing and Sales at Kokomo 24/7

Aug. 12, 2021

On the 26th episode of EdUp EdTech, I got to chat with Sa Dao , the Vice President of Marketing and Sales at Kokomo 24/7 . During this episode, we chat about how Kokomo 24/7 is helping people get back to work and back to sch…

25: Emotional Intelligence and Gamification with Kevin Allen, CEO and Found of EI Games

Aug. 5, 2021

On the 25th episode of EdUp EdTech, I got to chat with Kevin Allen , the CEO, and Founder of EI Games . During this episode, we chat about all the incredible things Kevin and EI Games are doing in the world of emotional inte…

24: Supporting Faculty and Future Faculty with Dr. Barbi Honeycutt, Entrepreneur, Host of the Lecture Breakers Podcast

July 29, 2021

On the 24th episode of EdUp EdTech, I got to chat with Dr. Barbi Honeycutt . She’s the host of the Lecture Breakers Podcast and an entrepreneur celebrating 10 years of working for herself. During this episode, we chat about …

23: Global Engagement and Supporting Traveling Learners with Anthony Rotoli, CEO of Terra Dotta

July 22, 2021

On the 23rd episode of EdUp EdTech, I got to chat with Anthony Rotoli , CEO of Terra Dotta , which is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. During this episode, we chat about all the incredible things Anthony and Terra…

22: Be Bold and Be Brazen: An Insightful Conversation with Girija Ramapriya, Founder & CEO Brazen Learning

July 15, 2021

On the 22nd episode of EdUp EdTech, I got to chat with the amazing Girija Ramapriya, CEO and Founder of Brazen Learning. Did you know that 29% of students are not engaged and 24% of students are actively disengaged? Those ar…

21: Strengthening DEI Initiatives & Transforming Company Culture: A Look at DiverseCity with Darren Thompson, Diversity Engineer

July 8, 2021

Episode Overview On the 21st episode of EdUp EdTech, I had the honor to speak with Darren Thompson, Diversity Engineer from Diverse City. During this episode, we talk about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and the resp…

19: Showcasing Student Work and Building Portfolios that Last for Life: A Look at Porfolium with AJ Ferrill, Project Consultant, Instructure

July 8, 2021

Episode Overview On the 19th episode of EdUp EdTech, I got to chat with the amazing, talented, and fantastic AJ Ferrill, Project Consultant for Instructure. In this episode, you will hear about all the extraordinary things I…

20: The Best Nerd I've Ever Met, an Instructional Design Conversation with Dr. Luke Hobson, Founder, Instructional Design Institute

June 29, 2021

On the 20th episode of EdUp EdTech, I got to chat with my favorite ID nerd, Dr. Luke Hobson. During this episode, we chat about all things Instructional Design (ID) from answering interview questions to what technologies IDs…

18: Simple.Online.Learning. the Mission to Decentralize Education and Provide Equitable Access for All with Beau McCoy, Founder & CEO, SOLcademy

June 10, 2021

Episode Overview On the 18th episode of EdUp EdTech, I had an extraordinary conversation with Beau McCoy , Founder, and CEO of SOLcademy . In this episode, you will hear about Beau’s mission to decentralize education and sha…

17: Having an Impact & Making Changes Using SaaS Services for Continuing Education & Workforce Development, with President, Founder, and CEO Cem Erdem of Augusoft Inc

June 3, 2021

Episode Overview On the 17th episode of EdUp EdTech, I was humbled by the conversation I had with Cem Erdem, President, and CEO of Augusoft Inc . In this episode, you will hear about Cem's entrepreneurial journey that took h…

16: Removing Data Silos and Unifying Platforms with Classe365, Nandan Keerthi, Founder Classe365

May 27, 2021

Episode Overview On the 16th episode of EdUp EdTech, I got to have a lovely chat with Nandan Keerthi founder of Classe365 . Nandan is a self-proclaimed EDUpreneur and innovator. He is a super amazing human and I loved the co…

15: Teaching Online and Supporting Instructors with Course Design a Deep Dive into Online Learning Toolkit with Co-Founders Judith Dutill & Melissa Wehler

May 20, 2021

Episode Overview On the 15th episode of EdUp EdTech, I was so honored to speak with two of the best and brightest minds in online education Judith Dutill and Melissa Wehler from Online Learning Toolkit (OLT). In this episode…

14: Using Screencasts to Change the Online Game with Kelly Jura, VP of User and Brand Experience Screencast-o-matic

May 13, 2021

Episode Overview On the 14th episode of EdUp EdTech, I had the pleasure of speaking with Kelly Jura, Vice President of Brand and User Experience at Screencast-O-Matic (SOM). This episode highlights the importance of using vi…

13: Creating Connections and Increasing Peer-to-Peer Engagement with Unibuddy, Diego Fanara, CEO Unibuddy

May 6, 2021

Episode Overview On lucky number episode 13 of EdUp EdTech, I had the pleasure of speaking with CEO and Co-founder Diego Fanara from Unibuddy . This episode highlights the importance of connecting current students with prosp…

12: Helping College Students Step into their Careers with Beth Hendler-Grunt, President, Next Great Step

April 29, 2021

Episode Overview On episode 12 of EdUp EdTech, I had the distinct honor of speaking with Beth Hendler-Grunt, President of Next Great Step . This episode is jam-packed with need-to-knows about how Next Great Step is helping c…

11: Connect, Predict, & Engage with Alexander Leader, Founder & CEO of Aviso Retention

April 22, 2021

Episode Overview On episode 11 of EdUp EdTech, I had the pleasure of speaking with Alexander Leader, Founder, and CEO of Aviso Retention . We also had a very special guest host, Mike Yates , who is the host of the fantastic …

10: An Enterprise Higher Education Experience with Stephen Laster, Chief Product Officer at Ellucian

April 15, 2021

Episode Overview On episode 10 of EdUp EdTech, I had the pleasure of speaking with Stephen Laster, Chief Product Officer at Ellucian . "Inspired by the transformative impact of education, Ellucian develops solutions that pow…

9: Breaking Down Silos & Bringing Academic Teams Together with Kathy Gibson CEO and Founder of APL NextED

April 8, 2021

Episode Overview On the 9th episode of EdUp EdTech, we speak with Kathy Gibson Founder & CEO of APL NextED . We had a great conversation about Kathy's transition from lawyer to the field of education, and also her life's pas…

8: Negotiating College Pricing How TuitionFit is Changing the Game with Mark Salisbury, Co-Founder and CEO

April 1, 2021

Episode Overview On the 8th episode of EdUp EdTech, we speak with Mark Salisbury Co-founder & CEO of TuitionFit . We discuss Mark's experience in higher education and passion for helping students and their families make fisc…

7: Duck, Duck, Goose! Taking Learning to the Next Level with Eric Chang, Head of Marketing & Joe Denomme, Account Executive from GooseChase

March 25, 2021

Episode Overview On the 7th episode of EdUp EdTech, we speak with Eric Chiang (Head of Marketing) and Joe Denomme (Account Executive) from the original scavenger hunt app, GooseChase . In this tech-filled episode, Eric and J…

6: Elevating Your Course Textbook using A.I. with Elliot Grossbard, Strategic Advisor Elevate U

March 18, 2021

Episode Overview On the 6th episode of EdUp EdTech, we speak with Elliot Grossbard, Strategic Advisor for ElevateU . On this episode, we talk about Elliot's journey into the EdTech space, learning about Instructional Design,…

5: Real-Time Responses Using Formative with Matt Wheeland, Territory Manager Formative

March 11, 2021

Episode Overview On the 5th episode of EdUp EdTech, we speak with Matt Wheeland, Territory Manager of Departments, Schools, and Districts at Formative . We talk about everything from our journey from classroom to ed-tech, an…

4: Managing Learning Using Microsoft Education Tools with Chris Bunio, Senior Director of Higher Education at Microsoft

March 4, 2021

Episode Overview In episode 4 of EdUp EdTech, I had the pleasure of speaking with Chris Bunio, Senior Director of Higher Education at Microsoft. We had an amazing conversation about his journey into the ed-tech space and how…

3: Digging into Yellowdig with Shaunak Roy, Founder & CEO

Feb. 25, 2021

Episode Overview In episode 3 of EdUp EdTech, I had the pleasure of speaking with Shaunak Roy, Founder, and CEO of Yellowdig. We had a wonderful conversation about his journey into the ed-tech space and how Yellowdig is chan…

2: The 4 Cs of QuadC with Jeff Giorgi, Head of Higher Education Partnerships

Feb. 18, 2021

Episode Overview In episode 2 of EdUp EdTech, I had the pleasure of speaking with Jeff Giorgi from QuadC about his role as the Head of Higher Ed Partnerships. In this episode, Jeff and I dive into the 4 C’s of QuadC: Connect…

1: Ideas for Using Parlay with Bobby McDonald, Founder & CEO, Parlay

Feb. 11, 2021

In the inaugural episode of EdUp EdTech we speak with Bobby McDonald , Founder and CEO of Parlay . Bobby began creating Parlay when he was a sophomore in college out of the need to have more dynamic, inclusive, and collabora…