In this episode, Alyssa, Kahmari, and Giovanna explore the intricacies of virtual communities on TikTok. They discuss various scholarly articles and personal insights into how virtual communities function as communities of practice, the impact of algorithms, and the role of influencers. Key points include the positives and negatives of TikTok's algorithm, the spread of misinformation, and the sense of community built around shared interests and influencers. They conclude that TikTok, despite its...
Apr 17, 2025•27 min•Season 11Ep. 98
Social media is a huge part of our everyday lives. From creating connections, building up careers, and just pure entertainment. However, as social media has its pros there are also its cons which go much deeper than its typical technological capabilities. Isabella, Kayla, and Mohammad go in depth on the major effects social media has on one’s mental health ranging from children, teens and adults. Click here to view the episode transcript. References Eyal, N. (2019). Indistractable: How to contro...
Apr 09, 2025•15 min•Season 11Ep. 97
In this episode, Ryan and Michelle dive into the critical topic of disinformation, explaining its distinction from misinformation. They explore the historical context of disinformation, its modern amplification through technology like generative AI and DeepFakes, and the real-world impacts these technologies have already had. The discussion highlights the complexities of identifying and combating disinformation, the role of media literacy, and the importance of structural changes and educational...
Mar 26, 2025•21 min•Season 11Ep. 96
Hop into the echo chamber of misinformation-information with Cassidy, Evelyn, and Isaak to learn about some common examples of bias controlling our interpretations of events. Whether in media, the news, or just everyday occurrences, your personal world view can shape how you understand something that seemingly has a definite meaning. In this episode, Cassidy, Evelyn, and Isaak discuss echo chambers created when discussing television and social media events, talking about how separate groups of p...
Mar 12, 2025•25 min•Season 11Ep. 95
In this episode, Bevin, Givana, and Luke discuss the concept of remixes in pop culture and media, inspired by Kirby Ferguson's YouTube video 'Everything is a Remix.' They explore how social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube borrow features from each other, and how this concept extends to music, art, and television. They also delve into the implications of remixing for originality and creativity, touching on the legal and ethical aspects. The conversation includes discussions on...
Feb 26, 2025•14 min•Season 11Ep. 94
Ryan and Emily introduce the world of virtual communities that span the vast range of social media and networking platforms that so many of us frequent every day. They talk about what exactly is a virtual community, what are they all about, what helps them function, and how they have impacts that go beyond the screen. Emily and Ryan also share some personal experiences they have with virtual communities they have been a part of and what role those communities played in their lives. Click here to...
Nov 07, 2024•26 min•Season 10Ep. 93
In this podcast episode on digital literacy, hosts Nicole, Jasmine, and Alyssa discuss about how social media has changed over the years, from Myspace to today’s AI-powered platforms. They explain how social media moved from a place to connect with friends to a main source of news, where algorithms push popular content even if it’s misleading. The hosts share personal stories to show how easily people of all ages can believe false information, especially with AI creating custom feeds that reinfo...
Oct 30, 2024•20 min•Season 10Ep. 92
This is a recap of the last episode, Disinformation and Dysfunction: What Makes It a Lie , hosted by Liberty and Lina. Click here to view the episode transcript.
Oct 20, 2024•1 min•Season 10Ep. 91
In this episode, Liberty and Lina as they explore the intricate world of disinformation, highlighting its impact during the 2020 US election and the role of social media in spreading falsehoods. They discuss the importance of media literacy, cybersecurity education in schools, and the collective responsibility of parents, students, and companies. The conversation also tackles the polarizing effects of echo chambers and the decline of neutrality in news reporting, offering insights into the broad...
Oct 16, 2024•15 min•Season 10Ep. 90
This is a recap of the last episode, Media, Monsters, and Misinformation , hosted by Cassondra and Dani. Click here to view the episode transcript.
Oct 13, 2024•2 min•Season 10Ep. 89
In this podcast episode on digital literacy, hosts Dani and Cassondra discuss the concepts of misinformation and disinformation. They explain the difference between the two, emphasizing that misinformation is false information shared unintentionally, while disinformation is deliberately false. The discussion includes how the human brain processes information via selective perception and confirmation bias, citing Manjoo's work. They also touch on how age and social media usage influence the sprea...
Oct 09, 2024•15 min•Season 10Ep. 88
This is a recap of the last episode, The Power of Remix: Transforming Education and Media , hosted by Adriana, Divya, and Kat. Click here to view the episode transcript.
Sep 29, 2024•2 min•Season 10Ep. 87
In this episode of the Remix Podcast, hosts Divya, Adriana, and Kat explore the concept of remixing in education and media. They discuss how remixing original content can create fresh, engaging, and effective learning experiences. The conversation touches on the importance of adapting to technological advances, the impact of social constructivism and the politics of representation in media, and the ethical considerations of data extraction. They conclude with real-world examples and insights on ...
Sep 25, 2024•21 min•Season 10Ep. 86
This is a recap of the last episode, Multimedia as a New Educational Buzzword , hosted by April and Courtney. Click here to view the episode transcript.
Sep 22, 2024•2 min•Season 10Ep. 85
In this episode, April and Courtney talk about what Multimedia Learning is and how they can use it in their classrooms. April is a digital media arts teacher and Courtney is a math teacher. Throughout the podcast, they were able to compare and contrast the way they use and plan on using multimedia in their classrooms, mentioning different educational buzzwords. Also, they talked about how multimedia is used in a course like the one we’re taking. April mentioned an interesting fact about SpongeBo...
Sep 18, 2024•19 min•Season 10Ep. 84
This is a recap of the last episode, Teaching like Plato , hosted by Ms. D. Click here to view the episode transcript.
Sep 15, 2024•1 min•Season 10Ep. 83
In this exciting episode of Teaching Like Plato, Ms.D explores the innovative teaching methods that can be applied to the math curriculum, explicitly focusing on imagery and visual literacy and how they can enhance learning. She discusses the interconnectedness of mathematics and art, explaining how visual aids such as diagrams, memes, and student-created artwork may boost engagement, critical thinking, and inclusivity in the classroom. The episode emphasizes the importance of multisensory learn...
Sep 13, 2024•15 min•Season 10Ep. 82
Take a look at connected communities with your hosts, Cat and Shannen, on this week’s episode. Explore connected learning and its role in the classroom, virtual communities and their benefits, and each of the hosts’ own experiences with both. With examples ranging from K-Pop fans on Twitter to decision-making in crafting, you will not want to miss this one! References Ito, M., Arum, R., Conley, D., Gutiérrez, K., Kirshner, B., Livingstone, S., Michalchik, V., Penuel, W., Peppler, K., Pinkard, N....
Apr 10, 2024•19 min•Season 9Ep. 81
Adelphi University students, Jada and Cassie speak about the positives and negatives of different platforms of social media in the lives of its users. This discussion addresses the argument of social media’s potential to be an addiction versus a distraction and the impact it has on students’ lives inside and outside of the classroom. What can teachers do to help in strengthening their students’ knowledge of social media? How can parents assist their children in navigating social media in a safe ...
Apr 03, 2024•25 min•Season 9Ep. 80
Step into the realm of digital deception with Nada and Nick in today's riveting episode. Delve deep into the intricate maze of disinformation and its effect on our perceptions. From the political landscape to the COVID-19 pandemic, no topic is off-limits as they unravel the role of social media in perpetuating falsehoods. Make sure to tune in as this podcast is not to be missed! References Bulger, M., & Davison, P. (2018). The promises, challenges, and futures of media literacy. Journal of M...
Mar 13, 2024•22 min•Season 9Ep. 79
Join two podcast hosts of questionable sanity as they dive into the world of misinformation this week on the Rose and Zach Power Hour. Marvel as they debate the beauty and pitfalls of the fake news world across the media landscape, including on social media, cable news, and the podcasting world (Podcastception!), with data provided by the Pew Research Center. References Shearer, E. (2021, January 12). More than eight-in-ten Americans get news from digital devices. Pew Research Center. https://ww...
Mar 06, 2024•20 min•Season 9Ep. 78
Sabrina, Mike, Tanjina and Romulo delve into thought-provoking discussions on remixes as both art and educational tools. Drawing from Ferguson’s video and Knobel and Lankshear’s work, they tackle the multifaceted role of remixing in education. Discover insights into utilizing remixing as a teaching tool and empowering students through creative expression. Tune in to unlock the potential of remixes in fostering originality and enriching the learning experience. References Ferguson, K. (2023, Marc...
Feb 22, 2024•18 min•Season 9Ep. 77
In this episode, Michael and Matthew sit down and have a conversation about Multimedia. They looked at what multimedia consists of and how it can be utilized in different classroom settings to address individual students' learning needs. They also talked about how multimedia can be seen or used in everyday life, and gave their predictions on its exciting future. References Bagley, D. (2023, October 30). The power of interactive notebooks. Studies Weekly . https://www.studiesweekly.com/the-power-...
Feb 14, 2024•19 min•Season 9Ep. 76
In this podcast, Jillian, Justin, and Giovanni discuss what digital literacy is, Virtual Communities, and the importance of teaching safety when it comes to kids and technology. References Mallon, M. (2020, September 3). Megan Mallon. Leading Lines . https://leadinglinespod.com/episodes/episode-71megan-mallon/ Ito, M., Arum, R., Conley, D., Gutiérrez, K., Kirshner, B., Livingstone, S., … S. Craig Watkins. (2020). The Connected Learning Research Network: Reflections on a decade of engaged scholar...
Nov 08, 2023•17 min•Season 8Ep. 75
In this week's episode, Kyle and Ashley dive into a discussion on disinformation. What is it and how is it different than misinformation? Do the words “fake news” and “voter fraud” ring a bell? How is it spread and by whom? Your favorite social media influencer may be an offender. And what can we do about it? Kyle and Ashley examine the 2016 and 2020 election and how disinformation was used as a tactic to sway political outcomes. The Palestinian-Israeli conflict is briefly examined as a new hurd...
Oct 18, 2023•18 min•Season 8Ep. 74
On this episode of The Misinformation Station, hosts Joshua, Luca, and Victoria discuss the topic of Misinformation and how it relates to echo chambers, filter bubbles, and confirmation bias. They speak on events such as PizzaGate, Nationwide Emergency Alert, and the COVID-19 pandemic. The group questions the extent of the effects of misinformation, social media’s role in amplifying this spread, and how misinformation can lead to skepticism. Their discussion highlights the importance of research...
Oct 11, 2023•17 min•Season 8Ep. 73
Sareem and Caroline discuss remixing and how it affects and influences modern arts, music, movies, and gaming. They discuss their own experiences with remixing to develop their artistic style and the development of AI generated images and technologies while considering the risks of AI in our society and how it can affect the development of young artists. References Everything is a Remix (Complete Updated 2023 Edition) . (n.d.). Youtube. Retrieved September 26, 2023...
Sep 27, 2023•42 min•Season 8Ep. 72
This week, your hosts go into what multimedia is and how it can help benefit the classroom. They look into its many principles and some tips and tricks on how to master this beneficial topic. They go into more detail on the science behind it and how sometimes, this teaching method could actually hurt students instead of help. But have no fear! Your hosts go into how you can successfully use multimedia to grab your students attention and create an interesting and captivating lesson! References En...
Sep 20, 2023•22 min•Season 8Ep. 71
Join Gaby and Liv as they explore the dynamic fusion of digital literacy and visual storytelling. They dive into the power of images, dissect digital art, and unravel the responsibilities of digital citizenship, speaking on their own experiences both as students and future educators. Discover how images enhance education and learn valuable resources to boost your digital imagery skills. Embark on a creative journey that blends art, technology, and critical thinking. Tune in for captivating discu...
Sep 13, 2023•15 min•Season 8Ep. 70
For this week's podcast, Tonianne, Kayla, and Samantha discuss the importance of connected learning and the strides made in today's educational climate! They refer to the levels of connected learning between relationships, diversity, and personal experiences. "The Connected Learning Research Network" focuses on the importance of the classroom and the desire to create a safe space for individual student relationships. The three also discuss the young students mentioned in the reading and the impo...
Dec 07, 2022•22 min•Season 7Ep. 69
