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Examining

Erik Christiansen and Kris Hans

Examining is a technology-focused podcast that dives deep. Our co-hosts, Erik Christiansen and Kris Hans examine the technology industry, productivity, and education, and provide practical tech tips. (The podcast started as EdTech Examined in July 2020 with the goal of helping educators transition to online education in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.)

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01:40:17

26: AI Apples

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2021/06/16

In this episode, Erik and Kris dissect the 2021 Apple World Wide Developer's Conference (WWDC), including all the updates to iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. They answer listener questions about getting started with automation and apps for developing consistent writing habits. News topics include VR geology, Google AI in education, blended learning norms, and AirTags privacy. Our co-hosts also provide some privacy and entertainment edtech tips.SHOW NOTESOur new blog post!*Bootstrapping an Education

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01:15:07

25: Silvia Rossi, Learning Strategist at Mount Royal...

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2021/06/10

Listener Note: We've been busy this month with the academic year wrapping up, so we're a bit behind. More episodes are on the way.-------In this episode, Erik and Kris interview Silvia Rossi, a Learning Strategist at Mount Royal University. Silvia discusses influential technologies that have changed her work, challenges during COVID, micro-credentials, student productivity and more.GUEST INFORMATION*LinkedIn*MRU Learning Strategist teamEDTECH EXAMINED CONTACT:Website:

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01:15:07

25: Silvia Rossi, Learning Strategist at Mount Royal...

Examining ·

2021/06/10

Listener Note: We've been busy this month with the academic year wrapping up, so we're a bit behind. More episodes are on the way.-------In this episode, Erik and Kris interview Silvia Rossi, a Learning Strategist at Mount Royal University. Silvia discusses influential technologies that have changed her work, challenges during COVID, micro-credentials, student productivity and more.GUEST INFORMATION*LinkedIn*MRU Learning Strategist teamEDTECH EXAMINED CONTACT:Website: edtechexamined.comEmail:

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00:54:39

24: Elizabeth Cannon, former University of Calgary...

Examining ·

2021/05/18

In this episode Kris and Erik interview Dr. Elizabeth Cannon, former President of the University of Calgary, about the future of higher education and the university experience.GUEST INFORMATION*LinkedInCONTACT:Website: edtechexamined.comEmail: hey@edtechexamined.comTwitter: @EdTechExaminedTEAM INFORMATIONErik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-HostWebsite:erikchristiansen.net Twitter: @egchristiansenBlog: tech-bytes.netKris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-HostWebsite: krishans.caTwitter: @KrisHansMarket

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00:54:39

24: Elizabeth Cannon, former University of Calgary...

Examining ·

2021/05/18

In this episode Kris and Erik interview Dr. Elizabeth Cannon, former President of the University of Calgary, about the future of higher education and the university experience.GUEST INFORMATION*LinkedInCONTACT:Website: edtechexamined.comEmail: hey@edtechexamined.comTwitter: @EdTechExaminedTEAM INFORMATIONErik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-HostWebsite: erikchristiansen.net Twitter: @egchristiansenBlog: tech-bytes.netKris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-HostWebsite:

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00:41:09

23: Apple Spring Loaded Event

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2021/05/04

In this episode, Kris and Erik discuss the Apple Spring Loaded event from April 20th, 2021. The co-hosts discuss each of Apple's new products and their relevance for educators and students.SHOW NOTES:Sources*MacWorld UK - Apple's Spring Loaded event: Everything Apple announced in April 2021*Dave Lee (Dave2D YouTube) - iMac + AirTags - Lets Talk*CNET - Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 review*Apple Newton (for those who don't know what it is)CONTACT:Website: edtechexamined.comEmail:

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00:41:09

23: Apple Spring Loaded Event

Examining ·

2021/05/04

In this episode, Kris and Erik discuss the Apple Spring Loaded event from April 20th, 2021. The co-hosts discuss each of Apple's new products and their relevance for educators and students.SHOW NOTES:Sources*MacWorld UK - Apple's Spring Loaded event: Everything Apple announced in April 2021*Dave Lee (Dave2D YouTube) - iMac + AirTags - Lets Talk*CNET - Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 review*Apple Newton (for those who don't know what it is)CONTACT:Website: edtechexamined.comEmail:

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01:51:44

22: Rewind Episode - Capture, Configure, Control

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2021/04/14

PREAMBLE:Given our recent episodes have focused on productivity and behind-the-scenes recording secrets, my co-host Kris Hans and I wanted to highlight an older episode some of you might have missed. Episode #9 “Capture, Configure, Control,” was originally released on September 1st, 2020. In it, Kris and I discuss a variety of productivity hacks such as project management software, Cal Newport’s Deep Work Strategies, Todd Henry’s Accidental Creative, and Tony Buzan’s

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01:51:44

22: Rewind Episode - Capture, Configure, Control

Examining ·

2021/04/14

PREAMBLE:Given our recent episodes have focused on productivity and behind-the-scenes recording secrets, my co-host Kris Hans and I wanted to highlight an older episode some of you might have missed. Episode #9 “Capture, Configure, Control,” was originally released on September 1st, 2020. In it, Kris and I discuss a variety of productivity hacks such as project management software, Cal Newport’s Deep Work Strategies, Todd Henry’s Accidental Creative, and Tony Buzan’s

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01:42:35

21: Behind the Curtain

Examining ·

2021/04/06

In this episode, Chris Hoang - EdTech Examined's Audio Producer and Sound Engineer - discusses his audio editing process for the shows. Our team reflects on where we started vs where we're heading, including equipment setups, recording best practices, and distribution.SHOW NOTES:Mic optionsDigital (USB)*Audio Technica ATR2500x*Blue Yeti*Blue NanoAnalogue (XLR)*Rode Procaster*Shure SM7BAudio interfaces*Focusrite ScarlettSoftware*Audacity*GarageBand*Apple Logic Pro*Pro

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01:42:35

21: Behind the Curtain

Examining ·

2021/04/06

In this episode, Chris Hoang - EdTech Examined's Audio Producer and Sound Engineer - discusses his audio editing process for the shows. Our team reflects on where we started vs where we're heading, including equipment setups, recording best practices, and distribution.SHOW NOTES:Mic optionsDigital (USB)*Audio Technica ATR2500x*Blue Yeti*Blue NanoAnalogue (XLR)*Rode Procaster*Shure SM7BAudio interfaces*Focusrite ScarlettSoftware*Audacity*GarageBand*Apple Logic Pro*Pro ToolsPodcasting

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01:19:41

20: Less is More

Examining ·

2021/03/18

In this episode, Erik and Kris discuss lots of news including Royal Roads University's free micro-credential system, new Google certificates, Scott Galloway's $30 million education venture, and Microsoft's Viva and Mesh platforms. For #EdTechOfficeHours our co-hosts recommend the best website creation platforms and address file naming conventions. Kris and Erik also provide a mini-review of Cal Newport's books Deep Work, Digital Minimalism, and A World Without Email. Finally, they also talk about

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01:19:41

20: Less is More

Examining ·

2021/03/18

In this episode, Erik and Kris discuss lots of news including Royal Roads University's free micro-credential system, new Google certificates, Scott Galloway's $30 million education venture, and Microsoft's Viva and Mesh platforms. For #EdTechOfficeHours our co-hosts recommend the best website creation platforms and address file naming conventions. Kris and Erik also provide a mini-review of Cal Newport's books Deep Work, Digital Minimalism, and A World Without Email. Finally,

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01:10:11

19: Curt Newton, Director of MIT OpenCourseWare

Examining ·

2021/03/02

The following is an interview with Curt Newton. Curt is the director of the MIT OpenCourseWare (OCW) platform, one of the best-known and respected open education platforms. In this interview, we discuss Curt's background and how he came to MIT, the OCW platform and the impact it's had on the world, and the future of open education. April 4, 2021, will mark MIT OCW's 20th Anniversary. To learn more about MIT OCW, be sure to visit the OCW website and follow the Twitter

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01:10:11

19: Curt Newton, Director of MIT OpenCourseWare

Examining ·

2021/03/02

The following is an interview with Curt Newton. Curt is the director of the MIT OpenCourseWare (OCW) platform, one of the best-known and respected open education platforms. In this interview, we discuss Curt's background and how he came to MIT, the OCW platform and the impact it's had on the world, and the future of open education. April 4, 2021, will mark MIT OCW's 20th Anniversary. To learn more about MIT OCW, be sure to visit theOCW websiteand follow the Twitter account@MITOCW.LINKS*MIT

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01:11:00

18: Time Vampires

Examining ·

2021/02/18

In this episode, Kris Hans and Chris Hoang discuss their productivity strategies including their habits and routines, their top technologies for staying organized, and their personal productivity goals for 2021.SHOW NOTES:Top productivity habits*Time tracking*One-touch rule*Multiple task lists*Weekly plans*Starting the day with simple tasks (i.e. make the bed)*Separate work and play spaces at home (if possible)The essential (and inessential) tech tools*Digital calendar (colour

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01:11:00

18: Time Vampires

Examining ·

2021/02/18

In this episode, Kris Hans and Chris Hoang discuss their productivity strategies including their habits and routines, their top technologies for staying organized, and their personal productivity goals for 2021.SHOW NOTES:Top productivity habits*Time tracking*One-touch rule*Multiple task lists*Weekly plans*Starting the day with simple tasks (i.e. make the bed)*Separate work and play spaces at home (if possible)The essential (and inessential) tech tools*Digital calendar (colour coding, time blocking,

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00:48:53

17: Privacy is Cool

Examining ·

2021/02/01

In this episode, Kris and Erik discuss the WhatsApp and Facebook terms of service criticism and the exodus to Signal Messenger. They also recommend some privacy-related browser extensions, headphones for teaching, how to manage multiple calendars, and the importance of looking for info before asking your instructor.(Error alert: We goofed! The episode is #17, not #18)SHOW NOTESNews*WhatsApp / Facebook terms of serviceTech TipsPrivate browser extensions*HTTPS Everywhere*Privacy Badger*UBlock

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00:48:53

17: Privacy is Cool

Examining ·

2021/02/01

In this episode, Kris and Erik discuss the WhatsApp and Facebook terms of service criticism and the exodus to Signal Messenger. They also recommend some privacy-related browser extensions, headphones for teaching, how to manage multiple calendars, and the importance of looking for info before asking your instructor.(Error alert: We goofed! The episode is #17, not #18)SHOW NOTESNews*WhatsApp / Facebook terms of serviceTech TipsPrivate browser extensions*HTTPS Everywhere*Privacy

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02:10:27

16: 2021 Forecast

Examining ·

2021/01/05

In this episode, Kris Hans, Erik Christiansen, and Chris Hoang discuss their top 10 education predictions for 2021.CONTACT:Website: edtechexamined.comEmail: hey@edtechexamined.comTwitter: @EdTechExaminedTEAM INFORMATION:Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-HostWebsite:erikchristiansen.net Twitter: @egchristiansenBlog: tech-bytes.netKris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-HostWebsite: krishans.caTwitter: @KrisHansMarket Grade: marketgrade.comChristopher Hoang, Audio Producer & Sound EngineerWebsite:

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