It's hard to keep all the things we're supposed to do straight during a busy semester, and sometimes mistakes happen. Tim & Brent discuss what to do when things go wrong, and ways to mitigate potential tech mistakes in the future. Listen in for some tips you might not be aware of as well as some refreshers for the things you don't usually have to think about until they become a problem. Shownotes at www.thehigheredtechpodcast.com  ..read more

Running campus events, from guest speakers to club meetings to commencement and everywhere in between takes more consideration than ever before. Tim & Brent look at a number of the items you'll need to think about as you're planning to run events in person, online, or mixed as we come closer to the end of the school year and enter "events season". Listen in as we discuss the details and the considerations your event might warrant. Show Notes: www.thehigheredtechpodcast.com  ..read more

Ever wondered how how to deal with the problems we see around AI? This episode of "The HigherEdTech Podcast" dives deep into the heart of AI's role in community colleges and universities. Join us as we explore both the revolutionary benefits and the challenges that educators face in integrating these technologies into their curriculums. Understanding AI's Potential: How can AI transform teaching and learning? Recognizing Pitfalls: Identifying common issues and how to avoid them. Practical Solutions: Real-world advice for educators on navigating AI's complexities. Future Outlook: What's next f ..read more

In Part 2 of our talks with teachers about building custom AI for their classes, we sit down with Zhen Zhai, professor of C++ at Irvine Valley College to talk about how she's used her background in Artificial Intelligence and computer science to build a custom bot for her programming students.  Professor Zhai discusses the innovative use of AI bots in Discord for enhancing student learning. Discover how customized AI tools can provide instant help with assignments and foster a supportive learning environment. Listen in to hear about: Creating Custom AI Solutions: Learn how Prof. Zhai's D ..read more

Can custom chatbots transform your teaching approach? Discover the how professor Ric Epps is exploring the potential of AI in his classroom with custom immersive prompts. Hear how you can do the same by integrating immersive chatbot experiences in the classroom, reshaping student engagement, and redefining traditional teaching models. Listen in to hear about: Custom Chatbots in the Classroom: Learn how Professor Epps crafts immersive AI experiences, engaging students beyond traditional online discussions. Building Interactive Historical Narratives: Explore the creation of virtual, interactive ..read more

Are you looking at bringing AI into your classroom but don't know where to start? Tim & Brent dive into the crucial considerations and practical steps educators must contemplate when integrating AI into their teaching methodologies. This episode looks at a few of the areas we all need to consider: AI in Education: Exploring the potential and challenges of integrating AI into teaching practices. Practical Tips: Insights into using AI for course material preparation and managing administrative tasks. Ethical Considerations: Discussion on the ethical implications with your students, includin ..read more

Lots of useful updates have come in to Canvas recently, so we're covering the most useful. From Gradebooks to Document Displays to Waitlist Enrollments, listen in to hear if there's something that can help you out as we step into the spring semester. Links & Show Notes at https://www.thehigheredtechpodcast.com  ..read more

We highly encourage everybody to take some down time to decompress over the winter break, but that doesn't mean you have to turn your brain off. Tim & Brent discuss some ways to keep your thoughts stimulated without worrying about the pressures of school life. Links & Show Notes at https://www.thehigheredtechpodcast.com ..read more

Are people asking you what gift you want for the holidays, or maybe you're struggling to find the right thing for the nerdy someone in your life? Tim & Brent share some ideas for things that a techie teacher might enjoy at the end of 2023. Links & Show Notes at https://www.thehigheredtechpodcast.com ..read more

There's a lot of obfuscation around what is needed to get software on a college campus. What may seem easy to a teacher who can get their own subscription in a matter of minutes can take months to get through the approval process at school. Vendors, equally, are often unprepared to sell to higher ed institutions. Today we look through the systems, the administrators, the processes, and the contracts that these tools have to go through to end up in your classroom. Show notes at www.thehigheredtechpodcast.com ..read more