Can AI help teachers do more of what matters most? In this episode, I join Rachel and Christina from The Conversation podcast to explore AI’s real impact in schools. We discuss tools like MagicSchool, Diffit, and Brisk, and how they support both students and teachers. We also dive into personalized learning, teacher PD, and the “baby steps” approach to AI adoption. Plus, I share practical insights on balancing tech with humanity in the classroom. #EduDuctTape This interview was originally aired ...
Jul 02, 2025•24 min•Ep. 128
What do a name change, a new font, and fewer browser tabs have in common? In this episode, I unpack the Quizizz rebrand to Wayground, share Edpuzzle’s leap beyond video with new interactive tools, highlight Google Classroom’s latest add-on integrations, and spotlight Google Fonts’ Playwrite—a typeface built to support handwriting instruction. Plus, in the Soapbox moment, I reflect on my son learning to drive and the lessons we’re both picking up along the way. #EduDuctTape Episode 127 0:00:00 IN...
Jun 26, 2025•22 min•Ep. 127
What if your classroom ran more like a student-led workshop than a teacher-led lecture? In this episode, Alfonso Mendoza joins me to talk about screencasting tools like Screencastify, Loom, ScreenPal, and Kapwing. I also spotlight new features in Padlet and NotebookLM, share how Google Lens can support inquiry in the moment, and reflect on The Shift to Student-Led by Catlin Tucker and Katie Novak. EduDuctTape Episode 126 0:00:00 INTRO 0:01:47 Today's Guest: Fonz Mendoza Alfonso “Fonz” Mendoza Jr...
Jun 17, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 126
How do we make tech processes easier for students—and teachers—to follow? In this episode, I chat with Courtney Watson from friEdTechnology about strategies for creating clear, bite-sized tech instructions using tools like Scribe, iorad, Canva, and Adobe Express. We explore ways to lower the cognitive load and boost confidence in tech-rich classrooms. Plus, I share new feature updates in Book Creator, Padlet, and NotebookLM that support accessibility, flexibility, and efficiency. #EduDuctTape Ep...
May 29, 2025•48 min•Ep. 125
This interview was originally aired on the State of Ed Podcast by Dr. Nick Isseks and Dr. Nick Simone. It is being re-aired here with their permission. You can access the original episode here: https://episodes.fm/992700178/episode/NDIwOWY1OTAtMGQxZC00NGI1LWIwMjktY2U5NmQ1Yjc4MjIw and access all State of Ed Podcast episodes here: https://episodes.fm/992700178 0:00:00 INTRO 0:02:53 State of Ed Podcast 0:04:21 Jake's Journey 0:05:57 What is Personalized Learning? 0:10:33 Rogers' Law of Diffusion of...
May 22, 2025•43 min
What’s your favorite tool for having students create visuals like infographics and diagrams? Bryon Carpenter from Fresh Air At Five joins me to answer that very question. We discuss Adobe Express, Canva, Google Drawings, and Google Slides. Also, I share about Brisk’s new Podcast Generator, a Chromebook monitoring feature coming soon to Google, SchoolAI’s response to some ethical concerns, and a documentary recommendation. #EduDuctTape Episode 124 0:00:00 INTRO 0:02:09 Today's Guest: Bryon Carpen...
May 15, 2025•53 min•Ep. 124
Ever feel like the important work keeps getting overshadowed by what’s urgent? In this episode, I reflect on the quote “Think big. Start small. Scale fast.” and share how the Eisenhower Matrix helps me keep my priorities aligned. I also share updates from Snorkl, Google Classroom, and SchoolAI, plus a candid take on More Than Words by John Warner. Tools featured include Snorkl Coach, Video Explorer, and Read Along with custom content. #EduDuctTape Episode 123 0:00:00 INTRO 0:02:23 Today’s Soapbo...
May 05, 2025•20 min•Ep. 123
What’s your go-to tool for formative assessment? In this episode, Dan Niessen joins me to unpack strategies for gathering real-time insights into student learning. We talk Quizizz, Nearpod, Snorkl, AI chatbot tutors, Pear Deck, ChatGPT, and more. Dan shares how he supports educators in choosing tools that fit their goals—and their students. Plus, I break down updates to Google Slides, Canva Visual Suite 2.0 and Canva Sheets, along with a timely tip on how to cite AI-generated content. Tune in! #...
Apr 23, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 122
Is the goal to complete the task… or to grow stronger? In this episode, I reflect on Rick Wormeli’s article “With A.I., Let’s Keep Students’ Learning Paramount” and what it means for educators navigating AI in classrooms. I also share updates on Common Sense Media’s free ChatGPT course, Google Classroom’s new “Grade All” feature, the CoSpaces rebrand to Delightex, and a TED Talk that might change how you view success. Vacuum metaphors, forklifts, and academic cosplay—press play! #EduDuctTape Epi...
Apr 10, 2025•33 min•Ep. 121
How can we empower students to self-assess their learning? In this episode, Shantel Lott joins me to explore tech tools and strategies that foster reflection and agency. We chat about Snorkl, NotebookLM, Curipod, Knowt, and MagicSchool’s Custom ChatBot. I also share updates on using Google Gemini with Teens, Padlet Sandbox’s new sound and visual effects, and the magic of generating Google Slides with Alayna AI. #EduDuctTape Episode 120 Today's Sponsor M2 by Swivl - swivl.com/m2 Today’s Guests: S...
Apr 02, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 120
What’s new in edtech? In this episode, I break down Google’s new parent permission requirements, an awesome Google Classroom add-on, and Screencastify’s expanded free plan. Science teachers, you’ll want to hear about PhET Simulations inside Quizizz, and we’ll discuss Common Sense Media’s latest report on AI in education. Plus, I’ll wrap up with a thought-provoking book that challenges how we create change in schools and communities. Tune in for all the updates and insights! #EduDuctTape Episode ...
Mar 06, 2025•20 min•Ep. 119
Today on the Educational Duct Tape podcast, I’ve got five edtech updates that might impact your classroom and one educational strategy that’s new to me. I’ll start with the bad news first, which is Bitly adding ads to short links (not cool, Bitly) and then get into the good news, like a new educator-made alternative to Bitly and an AI teaching assistant from Padlet. Plus, handy updates from Pear Assessment and Quizizz that could save you some serious prep time. And then that educational strategy...
Feb 26, 2025•18 min•Ep. 118
How can we create more flexible, accessible, and differentiated learning experiences? In this episode, I chat with Adam Juarez and Katherine Goyette (husband and wife duo AdaKat) about tools and strategies to make learning more inclusive. We explore MagicSchool, Quizizz, Mote, Immersive Reader, Goblin Tools, MirrorTalk, Factors Education, Helperbird, Google Docs Voice Typing, and more. Plus, we dive into AI-powered tools like Perplexity AI, Diffit, and SchoolAI and creative solutions like image ...
Feb 12, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 117
In today’s episode, I kick things off with a Soapbox Moment relating to a new CommonSense Media report about the gap between the AI-awareness of teens and their parents—and what that means for us as educators. Then, we’ll explore five updates! We’ve got a game-changing differentiation feature in Google Classroom, an time-saving resource in Canva’s Teacher Work Kit, an upgrade to Pear Deck with Graded Mode, a great learning opportunity from Google, and a powerful classroom culture strategy called...
Jan 29, 2025•22 min•Ep. 116
Adam Sparks is back to continue our conversation about writing instruction in the age of AI. We’re diving into even more actionable strategies, from using tools like ShortAnswer to embedding more writing across the curriculum to help students recover those lost writing reps. Plus, we tackle big-picture topics like teaching students to use AI effectively, leveraging AI in scoring state-level assessments, and being intentional about making learning relevant. And stick around for updates from Pear ...
Jan 22, 2025•56 min•Ep. 115
Adam Sparks joins the show to convince every educator to ditch AI-detection tools and focus on what really matters: the writing process. We discuss alternatives to AI-detection like Brisk, Draftback, revision history tracking, and Short Answer and share actionable strategies to teach writing effectively in the age of AI. From fostering transparency with students to leveraging powerful tools for formative assessment, this conversation is packed with insights to elevate your writing instruction. P...
Jan 07, 2025•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 114
This episode features 5 education updates including new features from Canva, Edpuzzle, and Google Classroom, a really cool new edtech tool, and my very favorite article ever written. #EduDuctTape Episode 113 Edu News I’ve Got My Peepers On: Canva and Affinity - canva.com/newsroom/news/affinity Edpuzzle adds Teacher Assist - support.edpuzzle.com/hc/en-us/sections/14355696963981-Teacher-Assist Grouper - grouper.school Gemini in Google Classroom - workspaceupdates.googleblog.com/2024/09/gemini-educ...
Dec 19, 2024•14 min
Dan Stitzel joins me to explore ways to turn whole-class review games into engaging formative assessments by using generative AI to build custom question sets for Jeopardy, Quizizz, and beyond. We also dig into the latest AI features in Quizizz and discuss Gimkit, Blooket, and Quizlet. Plus, I share about Blue Sky, Canva Magic Studio, Google Forms’ new star rating, and MagicSchool’s Presentation Generator. #EduDuctTape Episode 112 Today's Sponsor - Short Answer - myshortanswer.com , code jakemil...
Dec 02, 2024•54 min•Ep. 112
Amy Storer joins me to explore creative tools to replace Google Jamboard, including FigJam from Figma and Padlet Sandbox, as well as the more robust Figma for Edu. We also dive into digital calming rooms and I share about Canva’s Magic Media for generating custom visuals and Padlet’s new auto-captioning feature for videos and audio that enhances accessibility for all learners. #EduDuctTape Episode 111 Today's Sponsor - VIZOR - vizor.cloud/jake SoapBox Moment - “Walking Toddlers, Driving Teenager...
Oct 24, 2024•54 min•Ep. 111
Dan Fitzpatrick, the author of the bestselling book The AI Classroom joins Jake to discuss frontier AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini, as well as some special educational AI tools including MagicSchool, SchoolAI, Diffit, Brisk, and Gamma.app. Dan also shares PREPARED Framework for generative AI and Jake shares about the CIA Coaching Model (Control, Influence, Accept & Adapt). Plus, updates from Canva and Padlet. #EduDuctTape Episode 110 Today’s Sponsor - VIZOR - vizor.cloud/jake SoapBox Momen...
Sep 17, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 110
In today's episode of #EduDuctTape, 6 listeners join Jake to share their thoughts on AI and Academic Honesty in the age of AI. We discuss schools prohibiting AI and tools including MagicSchool, TextBlaze, and Google Arts & Culture. Plus, new updates are coming to Canva! Thanks to today's guests: Bryon Carpenter - @BryonCar @FreshAirAtFive Isaac Marquez - @iMarquezEDU Eric Guise - @guisegotteched @edtechthrowdown Nicholas Marohl - @nicholasmarohl (instagram) @mr.marohl (tiktok) Cindy Vicki Hu...
Aug 09, 2024•30 min•Ep. 109
Molly Klodor joins the show to talk about encouraging and ensuring academic honesty in an educational ecosystem that includes AI. We’ll talk about MagicSchool, Google Arts & Culture, Google Applied Digital Skills Lessons, aiEDU, Code.org, SchoolAI, Brisk, DraftBack, TurnItIn, AI detectors, and more! And you’re not going to want to miss the strategies for implementation that she suggests for different grade levels. #EduDuctTape Episode 108 Today's Sponsor - VIZOR - vizor.cloud/jake Share With...
Aug 01, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 108
Today's Sponsor - VIZOR - vizor.cloud/jake Rory Vaden Article - https://www.tennessean.com/story/money/2015/01/23/buffalo-face-lifes-storms/22187351/ Padlet - EduDuctTape.com/Padlet SpeakPipe - EduDuctTape.com/SpeakPipe Link to the SoapBox Moment on YouTube - youtu.be/z6CCZHKAmAg...
Jul 25, 2024•21 min•Ep. 107
Check out the EdTech News Brief! Online - sites.libsyn.com/409508 On Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-edtech-news-brief/id1618041718 On Spotify - open.spotify.com/show/7G7vjwnMr1KpZ15SL0FEB0?si=df02fbb421ee42ce On Amazon Podcasts - music.amazon.com/podcasts/147b1ab4-78bc-4f50-ae14-b3fe7d569aab/the-edtech-news-brief...
Apr 11, 2022•23 min•Ep. 106
In this episode, I share with the loyal Duct Taper listeners some news about the current and future status of the show. Plus, a little peek into life in my household. Find the show notes online at jakemiller.net/eduducttape-episode-73 Want to reach out? 📧 JakeMillerTech [at] gmail [dot] com 📲 @JakeMillerTech Ways to Support the Show or Connect with Jake & other Duct Tapers! Apple Podcast Reviews FlipGrid.com/EduDuctTape Speakpipe.com/EduDuctTape #EduDuctTape on social media Telling your fr...
Mar 09, 2022•13 min•Ep. 105
Al Thomas, the Edu Copilot, joins the podcast to talk about visual storytelling. We discuss multiple apps including Adobe Creative Cloud Express, Canva, Adobe Premiere Rush, Adobe Capture, Adobe Photoshop Lightroom, Apple Clips, DaVinci Resolve, and Final Cut. #EduDuctTape S04-E72 Find the show notes online at jakemiller.net/eduducttape-episode-72 Today’s Sponsor: The Toddle TIES Inquiry Educators Summit! - TIES is back for its third and largest edition yet. Designed to be a festival of learning...
Feb 18, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 104
In this bonus episode, I chat with Batsheva Frankel about some great tech tools and we have lots of laughs! Show Notes available at jakemiller.net/eduducttape-bonus-010 Check out the Overthrowing Education Podcast at overthrowingeducation.com Check out this episode as well as the show notes at overthrowingeducation.com/episodes/episode-59-jake-miller-growing-your-edtech-integration-mindset This episode is featured with the permission of Batsheva Frankel, host of the Overthrowing Education Podcas...
Feb 07, 2022•48 min•Ep. 103
Podcast host, high school teacher, podcast producer, university professor, and podcast network founder Chris Nesi joins the show to talk all about podcasting in the classroom. We cover a podcasting mindset, different types of podcasting, tools for micro-podcasting, tools for recording, editing, and hosting and, of course, a few microphone recommendations. Find the show notes online at jakemiller.net/eduducttape-episode-71 Today’s Sponsor: The Toddle TIES Inquiry Educators Summit! - TIES is back ...
Jan 19, 2022•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 102
Stephanie Howell joins me to share what she’s learned in her experience designing student choice activities. She also shares some great Google Slides design tips. Find the show notes online at jakemiller.net/eduducttape-episode-70 Soapbox Moment: “Is EdTech Luke Skywalker or Darth Vader?” Today’s Guest: Stephanie Howell Bio: Stephanie is the CEO of Gold EDU , a Google for Education Partner, a founder of Global GEG , and the EdTech Lead for Pickerington Local Schools. She is key to the embedding ...
Jan 06, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 101
In this bonus episode, I chat with Adam Cobb and Ashley Pursley about podcasting, the adjacent possible, Teachers Pay Teachers, professional development through collaboration and sharing, and dogfooding. Show Notes available at jakemiller.net/eduducttape-bonus-009 Check out the a5iTalks Podcast at anchor.fm/a5italks Check out this episode as well as the show notes at anchor.fm/a5italks/episodes/EDUDuctTape-Talk-with-Jake-Miller-e18jeu4 . This episode is featured with the permission of Adam Cobb,...
Dec 20, 2021•52 min•Ep. 100
