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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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01:01:19

44: Rewind Episode - Burnout

Examining ·

2022/06/03

This episode was originally recorded November 3, 2020. You might notice that episodes are now released on Fridays instead of Tuesdays. After some testing, we've decided to change our publication schedule so we have a little more time to put these episodes together for you. ---- In this episode, Erik and Kris discuss the Descript video editing software, how universities continue to adopt new technologies, and the mental health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. They also recommend their top apps for

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01:01:22

43: Extra! Extra! Read All About It!

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2022/05/21

We have layoffs, iPod RIP, Google I/O conference announcements, lessons from online learning that should continue post-pandemic, and IT considerations in Education.SHOW NOTES:News articles*Tech Crunch: Professor Scott Galloway's EdTech Startup Section4 lays offs*Engadget: End of the iPod*The Verge: Google I/O 2022 biggest announcements*National Post: Four lessons from online learning that should stick after the pandemic*Forbes: Five tech areas where IT in education should take a

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01:01:22

43: Extra! Extra! Read All About It!

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2022/05/21

We have layoffs, iPod RIP, Google I/O conference announcements, lessons from online learning that should continue post-pandemic, and IT considerations in Education.SHOW NOTES:News articles*Tech Crunch: Professor Scott Galloway's EdTech Startup Section4 lays offs*Engadget: End of the iPod*The Verge: Google I/O 2022 biggest announcements*National Post: Four lessons from online learning that should stick after the pandemic*Forbes: Five tech areas where IT in education should take a step

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01:06:11

42: Educator Toolbox

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2022/05/06

In this episode, Erik and Kris share a repository of over 400 open education tools. Our co-hosts also discuss recent tech and education news including "the next Google", the pros and cons of using technology to improve education, SQLi vulnerabilities in higher ed institutions, new online learning entrepreneurs, and smartphones vs science. The app of the month is iA Writer.SHOW NOTES:Tools:*Innovations in Scholarly Communication by the University of Utrecht*List of 400 open

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01:06:11

42: Educator Toolbox

Examining ·

2022/05/06

In this episode, Erik and Kris share a repository of over 400 open education tools. Our co-hosts also discuss recent tech and education news including "the next Google", the pros and cons of using technology to improve education, SQLi vulnerabilities in higher ed institutions, new online learning entrepreneurs, and smartphones vs science. The app of the month is iA Writer.SHOW NOTES:Tools:*Innovations in Scholarly Communication by the University of Utrecht*List of 400 open education tools*TabulaNews

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01:25:29

41: Rewind Episode - Curt Newton, Director of MIT...

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2022/04/11

This episode originally premiered on March 2, 2021. ---- 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

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01:25:29

41: Rewind Episode - Curt Newton, Director of MIT...

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2022/04/11

This episode originally premiered on March 2, 2021. ---- 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

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00:51:21

40: 2022 Forecast

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2022/03/16

In this episode, Erik and Kris reflect on their 2021 education predictions to see what they got right and wrong. We'd like to give a big shout-out to our Audio Producer Chris Hoang who helped us develop this list for 2021. Our co-hosts also revised the forecast list for 2022. SHOW NOTES:2022 Forecast More EdTech Unicorns. Technology exposes socioeconomic fragility. Big Brother and academic integrity continue to be a problem Increase in digital (particularly OER) textbooks that include multimedia

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00:51:21

40: 2022 Forecast

Examining ·

2022/03/16

In this episode, Erik and Kris reflect on their 2021 education predictions to see what they got right and wrong. We'd like to give a big shout-out to our Audio Producer Chris Hoang who helped us develop this list for 2021. Our co-hosts also revised the forecast list for 2022. SHOW NOTES:2022 Forecast More EdTech Unicorns. Technology exposes socioeconomic fragility. Big Brother and academic integrity continue to be a problem Increase in digital (particularly OER) textbooks that

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00:57:08

39: Rewind Episode - Digital Literature

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2022/03/01

This interview was originally published on August 25, 2020. ---- In this episode, Kris and Erik interview Dr. Jason Wiens, a Senior Instructor and Associate Head of Undergraduate Student Affairs at the University of Calgary’s Department of English. Jason discusses the nature of online pedagogy in the humanities and the field of English, including his infamous archive and digital audio assignments. Due to his experience and breadth of knowledge, Jason offers insights from both administrator and

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00:57:08

39: Rewind Episode - Digital Literature

Examining ·

2022/03/01

This interview was originally published on August 25, 2020. ---- In this episode, Kris and Erik interview Dr. Jason Wiens, a Senior Instructor and Associate Head of Undergraduate Student Affairs at the University of Calgary’s Department of English. Jason discusses the nature of online pedagogy in the humanities and the field of English, including his infamous archive and digital audio assignments. Due to his experience and breadth of knowledge, Jason offers insights from both

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00:42:27

38: M1 Mac mini

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2022/02/23

In this episode, Kris reviews the M1 Mac mini and talks about his new 'work from home' setup. Our co-hosts talk about the Mac mini's exceptional value as a computer for students and educators. SHOW NOTESHardware mentioned*M1 Mac Mini*Education Pricing Link: https://www.apple.com/ca_edu_93120/shop/buy-mac/mac-mini *27" Apple LED Cinema Display*27" Apple Thunderbolt Display*Thunderbolt 3 (USB-c) to Thunderbold 2 Adapter Software mentions*DisplayLink Manager*MactrackerEDTECH

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00:42:27

38: M1 Mac mini

Examining ·

2022/02/23

In this episode, Kris reviews the M1 Mac mini and talks about his new 'work from home' setup. Our co-hosts talk about the Mac mini's exceptional value as a computer for students and educators. SHOW NOTESHardware mentioned*M1 Mac Mini*Education Pricing Link: https://www.apple.com/ca_edu_93120/shop/buy-mac/mac-mini *27" Apple LED Cinema Display*27" Apple Thunderbolt Display*Thunderbolt 3 (USB-c) to Thunderbold 2 Adapter Software mentions*DisplayLink Manager*MactrackerEDTECH EXAMINED CONTACT:Website:

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01:03:21

37: Digital Detox

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2022/02/01

In this episode, Kris and Erik return after their Winter break 'sabbatical.' Kris gives an update on the latest books he's read on work productivity, specifically those that force us to re-think how we work. Our co-hosts also discuss their work resolutions/goals for using technology and being productive.SHOW NOTESBooks*The Four Hour Work Week - Tim Ferriss*ReWork -Jason Fried,David Heinemeier Hansson*Remote -Jason Fried,David Heinemeier Hansson*Make Time - Jake Knapp, John Zeratsky Tools

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01:03:21

37: Digital Detox

Examining ·

2022/02/01

In this episode, Kris and Erik return after their Winter break 'sabbatical.' Kris gives an update on the latest books he's read on work productivity, specifically those that force us to re-think how we work. Our co-hosts also discuss their work resolutions/goals for using technology and being productive.SHOW NOTESBooks*The Four Hour Work Week - Tim Ferriss*ReWork - Jason Fried, David Heinemeier Hansson*Remote - Jason Fried, David Heinemeier Hansson*Make Time - Jake Knapp, John

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00:49:43

36: Google Classroom

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2021/12/07

Kris does a deep dive into the workings of Google Classroom and describes how he uses the platform for his online Creativity in the Workplace course.SHOW NOTESCourse: Creativity in the Workplace, Mount Royal University*Online readings*Course descriptionEDTECH EXAMINED CONTACT:Website: edtechexamined.comEmail: hey@edtechexamined.comTwitter: @EdTechExaminedTEAM INFORMATIONErik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-HostWebsite:erikchristiansen.net Twitter: @egchristiansenBlog: tech-bytes.netKris Hans,

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00:49:43

36: Google Classroom

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2021/12/07

Kris does a deep dive into the workings of Google Classroom and describes how he uses the platform for his online Creativity in the Workplace course.SHOW NOTESCourse: Creativity in the Workplace, Mount Royal University*Online readings*Course descriptionEDTECH EXAMINED CONTACT:Website: edtechexamined.comEmail: hey@edtechexamined.comTwitter: @EdTechExaminedTEAM INFORMATIONErik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-HostWebsite: erikchristiansen.net Twitter: @egchristiansenBlog:

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01:07:14

35: All Meta

Examining ·

2021/11/02

Kris and Erik provide several tips, including an update on Erik's notes project (see ep. 34), the new Raspberry Pi Zero 2 (for makers), and the new iPhones and Android phones. News coverage was ample this week, with our co-hosts talking about the new MacBook Pros and if you need one, retro computers with personal data, Udemy IPO, Facebook going 'Meta', and more.SHOW NOTES#EdTech Office Hours*Obsidian notes instead of Notion*Raspberry Pi Zero 2 WNews2021 MacBook Pros*Ars Technica review*Erik's blog

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01:07:14

35: All Meta

Examining ·

2021/11/02

Kris and Erik provide several tips, including an update on Erik's notes project (see ep. 34), the new Raspberry Pi Zero 2 (for makers), and the new iPhones and Android phones. News coverage was ample this week, with our co-hosts talking about the new MacBook Pros and if you need one, retro computers with personal data, Udemy IPO, Facebook going 'Meta', and more.SHOW NOTES#EdTech Office Hours*Obsidian notes instead of Notion*Raspberry Pi Zero 2 WNews2021 MacBook Pros*Ars Technica

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00:42:12

34: Zettelkasten

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2021/10/19

In this episode, Erik discusses his secret summer project - implementing a new note-taking strategy. Erik discusses the zettelkasten (German for "slip box") note-taking method which is a bidirectional note-taking system designed to overcome writer’s block or “the blank page effect.” This system could be useful for a student or instructor who struggles getting started writing, or anyone who wants a new way to connect the notes they’ve taken. Zettelkasten is like your second

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