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My EdTech Life

Fonz Mendozawww.myedtech.life

My EdTech Life is where education meets innovation with clarity, caution, and purpose. Hosted by Alfonso "Fonz" Mendoza Jr., this podcast features real conversations with educators, founders, researchers, and thought leaders who are shaping the future of learning.


From classroom-tested tools to emerging AI trends, we cut through the noise to spotlight what truly works in K–12 and higher education. As a leading voice in responsible AI adoption, Fonz challenges the hype and elevates voices that often go unheard, bringing practical, ethical, and future-forward insights to every episode.


Whether you're a teacher, instructional coach, policymaker, or edtech creator, this is your space to connect, question, and grow.

 



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Episodes

Episode 59: Ready Learner One

In this episode, Micah Shippee sat down with us to have a great conversation about his passion for education, his current work with Ready Learner One , and ChangeMaker EDU in offering a community-based approach to innovative professional learning. We also talked about his current classroom experience with hybrid learning and offered some great insight on what the future of work looks like. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/support Support the show...

Apr 23, 202153 minSeason 1Ep. 59

Episode 58: Ignite A Spark

On this show we are joined Amanda Macias, Instructional Coach, from Fontana, California. We had a great conversation about wearing many hats, unsubscribing to learning loss, building relationships and community within our schools and Esports. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/support Support the show

Apr 17, 202159 minSeason 1Ep. 58

Episode 57: #ARVRinEDU Live Chat

The Twitter #ARVRinEDU Chat went live for this one. Join Jaime Donally and friends as we talk about all things #ARVRinEDU. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/support Support the show

Apr 15, 202152 minSeason 1Ep. 57

Episode 56: Break Things. Try Stuff. with Bonnie Chelette

We had a great conversation with Bonnie Chelette this morning where we talked about Google Innovator, work and projects and how pivots are not always a bad thing. Get to know Bonnie a little better and why she is a well known global leader in education. Questions we covered. What’s the biggest challenge you have with your specific role right now and how are you going to overcome it?What’s the biggest surprise you’ve had in the last few months and why?How do you continue to learn in order to stay...

Apr 10, 202153 minSeason 1Ep. 56

Episode 55: Stephanie Rothstein

Today, I had the opportunity to interview my great friend Stephanie Rothstein. Stephanie is a passionate educator and leader that is making waves in the education community. Today I had the opportunity to have a nice conversation with Stephanie to and hear about her passion for education and her future projects. Here are the questions that we covered. 1. What is one thing you wish you knew when you started your career? 2. If you don't mind sharing, what is your biggest failure and what did you l...

Apr 08, 202157 minSeason 1Ep. 55

Episode 54: Tools and Ideas to Add To Your Teacher Toolkit

On this episode Samantha Shaffner shared some #AwesomeSauce on Wakelet and Edulastic. This is an episode that you will find helpful and useful and she provided some amazing resources. Follow Samantha on Twitter: https://twitter.com/SamanthaShaffn2 https://chromebookapphub.withgoogle.com/ideas/simulated-student-twitter-chat https://edulastic.com/blog/journey-to-implement-common-assessment/ https://blog.wakelet.com/2020/01/09/collaboration-confidence-and-citizenship-student-responses-to-wakelet/ h...

Apr 03, 20211 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 54

Episode 53: The Digital Age Is Here. Are You Prepared?

In this episode Dr. Rene Corbeil, professor, and author, from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley will join us as we talk about microlearning, what it is, what it isn't, and the benefits that it has on learning. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/support Support the show

Mar 18, 202150 minSeason 1Ep. 53

Episode 52: Work & Life: A True Balancing Act

Luis has been in education for over 20 years, he now has students that are children of former students which makes him feel ancient. He’s the Technology Integrator for Colegio Marymount in Barranquilla, Colombia. He’s a recent Google Certified Innovator (NYC19!) and lives life to the mantra: Work smarter not harder, Which he tries to instill in his students and fellow teachers. On this episode we talk about how to find that balance between work and home life. Luis shared his experience with us a...

Mar 13, 20211 hrSeason 1Ep. 52

Episode 51: Who is Tisha Poncio?

In this show we get to have a genuine and honest conversation with the amazing Tisha Poncio. We talked about the importance of relationships, creativity, tech and empowering students and more. You won't want to miss this great and inspiring conversation that will allow you to learn more about my friends passion for education. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/support Support the show...

Mar 06, 202157 minSeason 1Ep. 51

Episode 50: It's Not Just Books & Bonbons

Deborah Zeman is a Digital Learning & Library Media Specialist, who has worked in education for over 20 years and is passionate about education. On this episode Deborah and I share some of our favorite tools such as Wakelet, Book Creator and TikTok amongst other great conversation centered around creativity. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/support Support the show...

Mar 04, 202159 minSeason 1Ep. 50

Episode 49: Empowering Educators to Talk About Mental Health

After 11 years as a Primary School Teacher with a specialism in Computing and Maths, Cat became a freelance EdTech consultant with the goal of supporting schools in teaching computing as well as using technology affectively to support teaching and learning. As a Raspberry Pi Certified Educator, Apple Distinguished Educator and Google Innovator, Cat likes to be at the forefront of technology and it's use in schools & is passionate about supporting educators around the world and has travelled ...

Feb 27, 20211 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 49

Episode 48: Amplify Your Voice Through Creativity

Claudio is a digital media consultant based in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and currently Digital Designer at Burleson ISD. He is passionate about fostering creativity in the classroom and using digital tools to engage learners. In addition, he enjoys helping individuals, entrepreneurs and small business owners build their design and build their brands. Claudio is an Adobe Spark Ambassador and Adobe Education Leader. He has presented at various national and regional conferences including ISTE, SXS...

Feb 25, 202157 minSeason 1Ep. 48

Episode 47: From Classroom Teacher to Administrator

AJ Bianco opens up and shares his passion for education and his transition from classroom teacher to an administrative role. AJ and I also talk about his inspiring podcast called The ReflectED Podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/support Support the show

Feb 20, 20211 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 47

Episode 46: ETwinz: Embajadores de la Educación

Los gemelos Herraez son grandes embajadores de la educación y su importancia. Abogan por las prácticas educativas del siglo XXI. Han sido presentados por numerosos periódicos de todo el mundo como El Mundo (España), Salamanca 24h (España), el diario de Valladolid (España) y The Globe and Mail (Canadá) entre muchos otros. Además, los eTwinz han participado en algunos programas de radio nacionales como La Cope (España) como expertos en transformación digital y aprendizaje del siglo XXI. Follow me ...

Feb 18, 202158 minSeason 1Ep. 46

Episode 45: Perseverance and Diving in Headfirst!

What could possibly happen by diving in headfirst into technology? Well, Frederick Ballew will share an inspiring story of what one can accomplish through perseverance and diving in headfirst. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/support Support the show

Feb 13, 20211 hrSeason 1Ep. 45

Episode 44: Content Creation: What's Your Process?

Ismael Martinez, a local content creator, will be joining us as he shares his experience as a content creator. We will talk about the creative process, ideation, and how one can exercise their creative muscles. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/support Support the show

Feb 11, 202158 minSeason 1Ep. 44

Episode 43: Enchancing Instructional Coach & Educator Practice

In this episode, I am joined by the 3 Caffeinated Coaches! Georgina, Shannon, and Becky will talk about how they are helping our educator community by enhancing the practices of instructional coaches/educators/leaders through their podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/support Support the show

Feb 06, 20211 hrSeason 1Ep. 43

Episode 42: A Journey From IT Technician to Google Innovator

Join us for a great show as Abid Patel shares his journey in the tech world by moving from IT Technician, IT Director, Google Innovator and Innovator Academy Coach. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/support Support the show

Jan 30, 20211 hr 28 minSeason 1Ep. 42

Episode 41: Red personal de aprendizaje y grupos GEG

En este programa José Ontiveros de Argentina y Carlos Espinoza de Guayaquil compartieron lo importantes que se convirtieron las redes de aprendizaje personal y cómo crecieron en América Latina. Compartieron cómo estas redes se convirtieron en familes sin fronteras gracias a las plataformas de redes sociales. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/support Support the show...

Jan 28, 20211 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 41

Episode 40: STEM Education in Primary Grades

Fi Morrison will be joining us this Friday night so we can talk about STEM Education in primary grade levels. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/support Support the show

Jan 23, 202151 minSeason 1Ep. 40

Episode 39: Unconventional: Ways to Thrive in EDU

On this episode Rachelle Dene Poth joins us to chat about the importance of relationships and igniting a passion for knowledge in our students. She also shares how teacher can begin to explore the world beyond the classroom and how they can reach out to their PLNs for support. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/support Support the show...

Jan 21, 202153 minSeason 1Ep. 39

Episode 38: How Can Augmented Reality Augment Learning? Darya Yergorina & Inna Armstrong

In this episode, we talk about the future of work, Augmented Reality. Darya and Inna talk to us about how important it is to be able to get these tools into the hands of our students so that they can enhance their learning and build specialized skill sets that will benefit them in the future. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/support Support the show...

Jan 16, 202146 minSeason 1Ep. 38

Episode 37: El valor de grupos profesionales para nuestro aprendizaje con Gerardo Navarrete

En este episodio Gerardo y yo hablamos de lo importantes que son las redes de aprendizaje personal como educadores. Gerardo comparte apasionadamente sus antecedentes como profesor en México y nos explica cómo las redes de aprendizaje profesional son una gran recurso de información para todos nosotros. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/support Support the show...

Jan 14, 202156 minSeason 1Ep. 37

Episode 36: My EdTech Life Presents: A Teacher PD & Growth Mindset Conversation with Dr. Dan Kreiness

In this episode, Dr. Dan Kreiness and I talk about our experiences with teacher professional development and growth mindset. Dr. Kreiness shares some great insight on how he helps teachers using the following powerful acronym SCOPE. SCOP(E²) Set clear expectations. Comfort, address discomfort, and take time to make them feel comfortable. Opportunities, coaching them. Purpose, how do I fit into this collective idea. Enthusiasm, have people buy into it. Empower people. --- Support this podcast: ht...

Jan 07, 20211 hrSeason 1Ep. 36

Episode 32: My EdTech Life Presents A Growth Mindset Conversation with Chelsea Robberson

We are joined by Chelsea Robberson who passionate about disrupting the status-quo of education by pushing forward the mission of others with this same thinking. In this conversation, we get real about Growth Mindset and how it all comes down to building relationships. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/support Support the show...

Dec 05, 202054 minSeason 1Ep. 32

Episode 31: My EdTech Life Presents: From Jukebox Hero to Digital Hero with Chris Bradley

In this episode, Chris shares his story of uncertainty, adversity, and faith through times of COVID-19. Listen to a great story of how a former Radio DJ's passion for education has driven him to equip himself to help his school district and neighboring school districts with the skills he learned during our lockdown. Chris shares a passion for education that can be felt as he shares his story with us. You can follow Chris at https://twitter.com/CamodeduTrainer . You can also visit his site at cam...

Nov 23, 202054 minSeason 1Ep. 31

Episode 30: My EdTech Life Presents Green Screen Creativity with Erika Sandström

Join us for a great show with Erika as we talk about creativity and content creation in the classroom. Erika will share her passion for creativity and share some amazing greenscreen tools to help you create amazing content for your lessons. Presentation: Video Production in Any Classroom Follow Erika on Twitter @GreenScreenGal --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/support Support the show...

Nov 14, 20201 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 30
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