EdTech Stories is a narrative storytelling podcast which profiles the origins behind the technology transforming the way we teach and learn.
EdTech Stories
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EdTech Stories is a narrative storytelling podcast which profiles the origins behind the technology transforming the way we teach and learn.
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1/25/2020
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Recent Episodes
September 17, 2024
007. The Rise and Fall of Flipgrid
<p>Join us as we take a deep dive into the fascinating journey of <a class="mention-chip ytcp-social-suggestion-input" spellcheck= "false" href= "https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCaE_edn77lDzCxI3pinKvHg"> @microsoftflip </a> the video discussion platform that revolutionized the way educators and students interacted. We'll explore its origins as a simple classroom project developed in Minnesota, how it grew into a global sensation, and what made it a go-to tool for teachers around the world. From its rapid rise to being acquired by tech giant Microsoft, we'll also unpack the challenges that #Flipgrid faced along the way and examine the factors that led to its eventual decline. Whether you’re an educator, tech enthusiast, or just curious about how tech tools shape learning, this video is for you! Discover the untold story of Flipgrid’s meteoric rise—and its sudden fall. Is this a cautionary tale for edtech, or a glimpse into the future of online learning? </p> <p>Watch to find out! If you'd like more of a deep dive on the topic of Flipgrid, let me know Please SUBSCRIBE, LIKE & SHARE our videos, and don't forget to hit that Notification BELL Button for new videos and uploads:</p> <p><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/@EdTechHustle?sub_confirmation=1">https://www.youtube.com/@EdTechHustle?sub_confirmation=1</a></p> <p>* This podcast was created using Google Lab's NotebookLM podcast recording feature. All voices are AI generated though the content came from primary sources.</p>
June 27, 2024
006. SMART Board: Interview with SMART Technologies Co-founder and Former CEO Nancy Knowlton
<p>In this captivating interview, we sit down with Nancy Knowlton, the co-founder and former CEO of SMART Technologies Nancy shares her incredible journey from the early days of selling maple syrup in her hometown to revolutionizing the education and business sectors with the creation of the #SMARTBOARD interactive whiteboard.</p> <p>Discover how Nancy and her husband, David Martin, turned a simple idea discussed on a car ride into a multi-billion dollar industry, shaping classrooms and boardrooms around the world. Learn about the challenges they faced, including financial turbulence and the struggle to secure investment, and how their determination and innovative mindset drove them to success. This interview also dives into the technical advancements that set SMART Boards apart, the competition in the market, and the impact of partnerships and strategic decisions. Nancy reflects on her experiences, the highs and lows of leading SMART Technologies, and her ongoing work with Nureva.</p> <p>This conversation was instrumental in the making of our documentary, Billion Dollar Board: The Rise and Fall of the Interactive Whiteboard Industry. If you’re intrigued by this topic, don’t miss the full documentary on the EdTech Hustle YouTube Channel </p> <p><a href= "https://youtu.be/kgAHElOOoZc?si=CuZae7vVPzzyqQnt">https://youtu.be/kgAHElOOoZc?si=CuZae7vVPzzyqQnt</a></p> <p>Follow EdTech Hustle for more inspiring stories and expert interviews:</p> <p><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/@EdTechHustle?sub_confirmation=1">https://www.youtube.com?sub_confirmation=1</a></p>
April 6, 2020
005. Nearpod: There's Something Here
<p><a href="https://twitter.com/GuidoNearpod">Guido Kovalskys</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/FelipeNearpod">Felipe Somme</a>r were good friends from Argentina who migrated to the United States to start their business careers. After working in the e-learning industry they noticed the influx of devices entering the classroom. The two saw this as an opportunity to do something to help teachers and student utilize those devices - and that something was <a href="https://twitter.com/Nearpod">Nearpod</a>! On this episode discover the origins of the student engagement platform and the journey of how Nearpod made its into schools all around the world.</p> <p><strong>This episode features commentary from:</strong></p> <ul> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/FelipeNearpod">Felipe Sommer</a> - Co-Founder</li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/GudioNearpod">Guido Kovalskys</a> - Co-Founder</li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/web20classroom">Steven W. Anderson</a> - Digital Learning Evangelist</li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ClassTechTips">Monica Burns</a> - Education Consultant/Author</li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/SmileLearning">Laurie Guyon</a> - Technology Coordinator</li> </ul> <p><strong>Guest Links</strong></p> <ul> <li>Nearpod - <a href= "http://www.Nearpod.com">http://www.Nearpod.com</a></li> <li>Steven W. Anderson - <a href= "http://www.web20classrooms.org">Web20Classrooms.org</a></li> <li>Monica Burns - <a href= "http://www.classtechtips.com">ClassTechTips.com</a></li> <li>Laurie Guyon - <a href= "https://nearpod.com/blog/?s=guyon">Nearpod Blog</a></li> </ul> <p>* A special thank you to <a href= "http://www.twitter.com/ModernLearners">Melissa Elmer</a> from <a href="http://www.modernlearners.com">ModernLearners.com</a> for the audio clips of Guido.</p>
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