Cameron Stoker

  Click the Title to Play or Download.     Interview with Cameron Stoker, Founder &amp; CEO of SpeechCloud. "SpeechCloud is an all-in-one customizable teaching tool that ends the classroom tech struggle." We discuss:Cameron Stoker, CEOCameron's background and involvement with SpeechCloudOverview of what SpeechCloud does for instructorsFeatures that distinguish SpeechCloud from other productsImportance of behavior in teaching and learningTechnical aspects of SpeechCloudCompatibility with learning management systems (LMS)Addressing challenges with traditional teaching methodsUpcoming features and benefits of SpeechCloud for teachers and studentsFuture development plans and affordability of SpeechCloudValue of a free plan and the importance of user feedback.Interview Transcript  Podsafe music selection  Concerto No. 2 in G Minor (Summer) from the CD entitled "The Four Seasons by Vivaldi" by the American Baroque Orchestra.     Duration 36:50

<center> Click the Title to Play or Download. </center> <a href="https://www.d2l.com/pulsepodcast/?utm_source=Podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CY20-02-NA-HE-ALL-Pulse%20Podcast%20Sponsorship" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> <ul><li> Interview with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameron-stoker-ba680a11a/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cameron Stoker,</a> Founder &amp; CEO of <a href="https://www.speechcloud.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SpeechCloud</a>. "SpeechCloud is an all-in-one customizable teaching tool that ends the classroom tech struggle." We discuss: </li><ul><li><a href="https://www.speechcloud.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Cameron Stoker, CEOCameron's background and involvement with SpeechCloud</li><li>Overview of what SpeechCloud does for instructors</li><li>Features that distinguish SpeechCloud from other products</li><li>Importance of behavior in teaching and learning</li><li>Technical aspects of SpeechCloud</li><li>Compatibility with learning management systems (LMS)</li><li>Addressing challenges with traditional teaching methods</li><li>Upcoming features and benefits of SpeechCloud for teachers and students</li><li>Future development plans and affordability of SpeechCloud</li><li>Value of a free plan and the importance of user feedback. </li></ul><li><a href="https://www.rodspulsepodcast.com/p/rpp-213-interview-transcript.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Interview Transcript</a> </li><ul> </ul> <li>Podsafe music selection</li> <ul> <li>Concerto No. 2 in G Minor (Summer) from the CD entitled "<a href="http://magnatune.com/artists/albums/abaroque-seasons/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Four Seasons by Vivaldi</a>" by the American Baroque Orchestra. </li> </ul> </ul> Duration 36:50

RPP #213: Cameron Stoker of SpeechCloud

Darren Catalano

  Click the Title to Play or Download.    Interview with Darren Catalano, CEO of HelioCampus. "HelioCampus powers the data insights of the most forward-thinking colleges and universities to make their strategic mission and vision a reality." We discuss:Darren Catalano, CEOData analytics for decision-making and stakeholder requests.Enrollment forecasting, student risk scoring.Empathetic outreach: at-risk students.Assessment, credentialing, financial intelligence solutions.Data-driven decisions in admissions and financial aid.Pricing strategies, generative AI integration.Holistic approach for mission and financial sustainability.Interview Transcript (Beta) Podsafe music selection  A Passage Of Life by Kitaro    Duration: 45:58

<center> Click the Title to Play or Download. </center> <a href="https://www.d2l.com/pulsepodcast/?utm_source=Podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CY20-02-NA-HE-ALL-Pulse%20Podcast%20Sponsorship" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> <ul><li>Interview with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrencatalano/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Darren Catalano</a>, CEO of <a href="https://www.heliocampus.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HelioCampus</a>. "HelioCampus powers the data insights of the most forward-thinking colleges and universities to make their strategic mission and vision a reality." We discuss: <a href="https://www.heliocampus.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Darren Catalano, CEO</li><ul><li>Data analytics for decision-making and stakeholder requests.</li><li>Enrollment forecasting, student risk scoring.</li><li>Empathetic outreach: at-risk students.</li><li>Assessment, credentialing, financial intelligence solutions.</li><li>Data-driven decisions in admissions and financial aid.</li><li>Pricing strategies, generative AI integration.</li><li>Holistic approach for mission and financial sustainability. </li></ul><li><a href="https://www.rodspulsepodcast.com/p/rpp-212-interview-transcript.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Interview Transcript (Beta)</a> </li> <li>Podsafe music selection</li> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QZWAKM?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=rpp08-20&amp;linkCode=xm2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creativeASIN=B000QZWAKM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A Passage Of Life</a> by Kitaro</li> </ul> </ul><ul></ul><ul></ul><ul></ul><ul></ul><ul></ul><ul></ul><ul></ul><ul></ul><ul></ul> Duration: 45:58

RPP #212: Darren Catalano of HelioCampus

Rob Abel

  Click the Title to Play or Download.    Interview with Rob Abel, CEO of 1EdTech Consortium (formerly IMS Global Learning Consortium). 1EdTech is "focused on expanding access to edtech innovation in support of breakthrough and evolving educational models in K-12, Higher Ed, and corporate education." We discuss  Rob's backgroundRob AbelIMS Global transition to 1EdTechGrowth of membershipStandards, certifications, code libraries, reference implementationsTrusted app ecosystem Digital credentialsComprehensive Learner Record (CLR)~900 membersOpen Badges (formerly from Mozilla)BlockchainDigital micro-credentials Richer transcriptsAlumni offerings1EdTech Learning Impact Conference in Anaheim, CA - June 5-8Podsafe music selection  Air on G String by J.S. Bach performed by UK’s Brunswick Duo    Duration: 46:16

<center> Click the Title to Play or Download. </center> <a href="https://www.d2l.com/pulsepodcast/?utm_source=Podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CY20-02-NA-HE-ALL-Pulse%20Podcast%20Sponsorship" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> <ul> <li>Interview with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/roabel/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rob Abel</a>, CEO of <a href="https://www.1edtech.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">1EdTech Consortium</a> (formerly IMS Global Learning Consortium). 1EdTech is "focused on expanding access to edtech innovation in support of breakthrough and evolving educational models in K-12, Higher Ed, and corporate education." We discuss</li> <ul> <li>Rob's background<a href="https://www.1edtech.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Rob Abel</li><li>IMS Global transition to 1EdTech</li><li>Growth of membership</li><li>Standards, certifications, code libraries, reference implementations</li><li>Trusted app ecosystem </li><li>Digital credentials</li><li>Comprehensive Learner Record (CLR)</li><li>~900 members</li><li>Open Badges (formerly from Mozilla)</li><li>Blockchain</li><li>Digital micro-credentials </li><li>Richer transcripts</li><li>Alumni offerings </li></ul><li><a href="https://www.1edtech.org/event/li/2023" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">1EdTech Learning Impact Conference in Anaheim, CA - June 5-8</a></li></ul><ul><li>Podsafe music selection</li> <ul> <li>Air on G String by J.S. Bach performed by UK’s Brunswick Duo</li> </ul> </ul> Duration: 46:16

RPP #211: Rob Abel of 1EdTech (aka IMS Global Consortium)

Bryan Alexander

  Click the Title to Play or Download.    Interview with Bryan Alexander, futurist, educator, speaker, and writer. We discuss AI and its impact on education. Bryan also mentions his new book, Universities on Fire. We discussBryan's background and current activitiesBryan Alexander (and Rod)Overview of AI, especially generative AI: ChatGPT, Midjourney, Dall-ENew jobs: AI "wrangler" and Bot ManagerPersonalized AI bot tutorsEliminate AI cheating: air-gapped PCs, paper/pencil exams AI as a pedagogical tool: analysing writing and art to improve learningChatGPT as an instrument for "playing the web" &amp; role master for game simulationCan AI explain itself: sources are important in educationComing: new AI domains: China, Indian, Christian groupsAI ethics and need for fact checking, combating deep fakesMilitary anti-AI technology and use of AI for national security and much more  LinksRPP #183: Academia Next with Bryan AlexanderRPP #164: Future of Education Discussion with Bryan AlexanderRPP #163: Academia Beyond Millennials with Bryan AlexanderRPP #140: Future Trends: Interview with Bryan AlexanderRPP #129: Interview: Bryan Alexander on the Future of Higher EdPodsafe music selectionUtopian Prince - Create your own AI Music at Jukedeck   Duration: 58:33

<center> Click the Title to Play or Download. </center> <a href="https://www.d2l.com/pulsepodcast/?utm_source=Podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CY20-02-NA-HE-ALL-Pulse%20Podcast%20Sponsorship" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> <ul> <li>Interview with <a href="https://bryanalexander.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bryan Alexander</a>, futurist, educator, speaker, and writer. We discuss AI and its impact on education. Bryan also mentions his new book, <a href="https://www.press.jhu.edu/books/title/12668/universities-fire" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Universities on Fire</a>. We discuss</li><ul><li>Bryan's background and current activities<a href="https://bryanalexander.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Bryan Alexander (and Rod)</li><li>Overview of AI, especially generative AI: ChatGPT, Midjourney, Dall-E</li><li>New jobs: AI "wrangler" and Bot Manager</li><li>Personalized AI bot tutors</li><li>Eliminate AI cheating: air-gapped PCs, paper/pencil exams </li><li>AI as a pedagogical tool: analysing writing and art to improve learning</li><li>ChatGPT as an instrument for "playing the web" &amp; role master for game simulation</li><li>Can AI explain itself: sources are important in education</li><li>Coming: new AI domains: China, Indian, Christian groups</li><li>AI ethics and need for fact checking, combating deep fakes</li><li>Military anti-AI technology and use of AI for national security </li><li>and much more</li></ul></ul><ul><ul><ul> </ul> </ul><li>Links</li><ul><li>RPP #183: <a href="https://www.rodspulsepodcast.com/2020/02/rpp-183-academia-next-with-bryan.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Academia Next with Bryan Alexander</a></li><li>RPP #164: <a href="https://www.rodspulsepodcast.com/2018/04/rpp-164-future-of-education-discussion.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Future of Education Discussion with Bryan Alexander</a></li><li>RPP #163: <a href="https://www.rodspulsepodcast.com/2018/03/rpp-163-academia-beyond-millennials.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Academia Beyond Millennials with Bryan Alexander</a></li><li>RPP #140: <a href="https://www.rodspulsepodcast.com/2016/03/rpp-140-future-trends-interview-with.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Future Trends: Interview with Bryan Alexander</a></li><li>RPP #129: <a href="https://www.rodspulsepodcast.com/2015/02/rpp-129-interview-bryan-alexander-on.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Interview: Bryan Alexander on the Future of Higher Ed </a> </li></ul><li>Podsafe music selection</li><ul><li>Utopian Prince - Create your own AI Music at <a href="https://soundcloud.com/jukedeck" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jukedeck</a> </li></ul></ul> Duration: 58:33

RPP #210: Bryan Alexander on AI in Education

Edson Barton

  Click the Title to Play or Download.    Interview with Edson Barton, CEO and Founder of YouScience. YouScience "helps students build confidence and connects their education to best-fit careers in every stage of their journey." We discuss:Edson Barton, CEOEdson's background  Making education meaningful Improving standards in schools and for corporate certificationsEmployers say that colleges are not preparing students for the workforce Alignment of teaching with a student's career path creates engagement, retention, and improved outcomesIncreased dropout rate during pandemicGeneral studies is fastest growing major but it doesn't prepare students for the workplaceLiberal Arts education has stripped out career orientationStudents discover their aptitude using "brain games" They learn the "science" of themselvesEmployers discover and recruit students who match their needs Podsafe music selection  Loving Hank by Debbie Poryes Trio - Jazz Pianist, Composer, Teacher &amp; Vocalist    Duration: 57:26

<center> Click the Title to Play or Download. </center> <a href="https://www.d2l.com/pulsepodcast/?utm_source=Podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CY20-02-NA-HE-ALL-Pulse%20Podcast%20Sponsorship" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> <ul> <li>Interview with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/edsonbarton/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Edson Barton</a>, CEO and Founder of <a href="https://www.youscience.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouScience</a>. YouScience "helps students build confidence and connects their education to best-fit careers in every stage of their journey." We discuss:</li><ul><li><a href="https://www.youscience.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Edson Barton, CEO Edson's background  </li><li>Making education meaningful </li><li>Improving standards in schools and for corporate certifications</li><li>Employers say that colleges are not preparing students for the workforce </li><li>Alignment of teaching with a student's career path creates engagement, retention, and improved outcomes</li><li>Increased dropout rate during pandemic</li><li>General studies is fastest growing major but it doesn't prepare students for the workplace</li><li>Liberal Arts education has stripped out career orientation</li><li>Students discover their aptitude using "brain games" </li><li>They learn the "science" of themselves</li><li>Employers discover and recruit students who match their needs</li></ul></ul><ul> <li>Podsafe music selection</li> <ul> <li>Loving Hank by <a href="https://www.debbieporyes.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Debbie Poryes Trio</a> - Jazz Pianist, Composer, Teacher &amp; Vocalist</li> </ul> </ul> Duration: 57:26

RPP #209: Edson Barton of YouScience

  Click the Title to Play or Download.    Interview with Guillermo Elizondo, CEO of Territorium. "AI-powered competency records for 21st-century learners and employers with over 10 million users worldwide." We discuss:  Guillermo's background and history of TerritoriumGuillermo Elizondo, CEOReceived college credit for building the first App Define and track competencies currently required by employersMeasure employability, retention, and engagementCapture learning inside and outside of the classroom1EdTech(formerly IMS)-certified comprehensive learner recordPortable digital Skills wallet powered by blockchainBlockchain validated credentialsLMS integration AI for mapping outcomes to job market requirementsAI career recommendation engine Coaching institutions to improve curriculaCareerBit mobile app, like FitBit for careers Podsafe music selectionVivaldi: Concerto No. 4 in G Minor “Winter” (Allegro movement) from The Four Seasons by the American Baroque Orchestra.    Duration: 36:01

<center> Click the Title to Play or Download. </center> <a href="https://www.d2l.com/pulsepodcast/?utm_source=Podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CY20-02-NA-HE-ALL-Pulse%20Podcast%20Sponsorship" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> <ul> <li>Interview with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/memoelizondo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Guillermo Elizondo</a>, CEO of <a href="https://territorium.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Territorium</a>. "AI-powered competency records for 21st-century learners and employers with over 10 million users worldwide." We discuss:</li> <ul> <li>Guillermo's background and history of Territorium<a href="https://territorium.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Guillermo Elizondo, CEO </li><li>Received college credit for building the first App </li><li>Define and track competencies currently required by employers</li><li>Measure employability, retention, and engagement</li><li>Capture learning inside and outside of the classroom</li><li>1EdTech(formerly IMS)-certified comprehensive learner record</li><li>Portable digital Skills wallet powered by blockchain</li><li>Blockchain validated credentials</li><li>LMS integration </li><li>AI for mapping outcomes to job market requirements</li><li>AI career recommendation engine </li><li>Coaching institutions to improve curricula</li><li><a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/careerbit/id1619025453" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CareerBit</a> mobile app, like FitBit for careers</li></ul></ul><ul> <li>Podsafe music selection</li><ul><li>Vivaldi: Concerto No. 4 in G Minor “Winter” (Allegro movement) from <a href="http://magnatune.com/artists/albums/abaroque-seasons/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Four Seasons</a> by the American Baroque Orchestra.</li> </ul> </ul> Duration: 36:01

RPP #208 Guillermo Elizondo of Territorium

  Click the Title to Play or Download.    Interview with William J. Ryan, Founder &amp; CEO of Ryan Consulting, LLC. We discuss his process that allows learners to interact with instructors and peers to practice, apply and synthesize content in the context of their mutual experience. We discuss:Dr. Ryan's backgroundWilliam Ryan, CEOEvolution of web conferencing toolsImpact of the pandemic on remote teaching and learningImportance of core instructional design models Creating time for online social interactionAssimilate, practice, and time for reflectionIntegrating Zoom with the LMSSimplifying and reducing PPT presentations   Don't use polls; just ask questions or use a chatUpper limits of online class size, and more   Podsafe music selection"As The Wind Blows" by Kitaro   Duration: 41:02

<center> Click the Title to Play or Download. </center> <a href="https://www.d2l.com/pulsepodcast/?utm_source=Podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CY20-02-NA-HE-ALL-Pulse%20Podcast%20Sponsorship" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> <ul> <li>Interview with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-j-ryan/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">William J. Ryan</a>, Founder &amp; CEO of <a href="https://www.williamjryan.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ryan Consulting, LLC</a>. We discuss his process that allows learners to interact with instructors and peers to practice, apply and synthesize content in the context of their mutual experience. We discuss:</li><ul><li>Dr. Ryan's background<a href="https://www.williamjryan.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>William Ryan, CEO </li><li>Evolution of web conferencing tools</li><li>Impact of the pandemic on remote teaching and learning</li><li>Importance of core instructional design models </li><li>Creating time for online social interaction</li><li>Assimilate, practice, and time for reflection</li><li>Integrating Zoom with the LMS</li><li>Simplifying and reducing PPT presentations   </li><li>Don't use polls; just ask questions or use a chat</li><li>Upper limits of online class size, and more</li></ul></ul><ul><ul><ul> </ul> </ul> <li>Podsafe music selection</li><ul><li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QZWAKM?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=rpp08-20&amp;linkCode=xm2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creativeASIN=B000QZWAKM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">"As The Wind Blows"</a> by Kitaro</li></ul> </ul> Duration: 41:02

RPP #207 William Ryan on Flipped Learning

Jeffrey Katzman

  Click the Title to Play or Download.    Interview with Jeffrey Katzman, Founder and CEO of Core Learning Exchange. "Core Learning Exchange (Core-LX) prepares students for postsecondary success, including attaining industry-recognized certifications and credentials." We discuss:Jeffrey's backgroundJeffrey Katzman, CEOHistory of Core-LXMastery-based instructional model using badgesMicro-learning playlists using video, simulations, readings, assessments Career and technical education (CTE)Over 300 courses for grade 6 through community collegeIndustry recognized certificationsImpact of Covid on lack of skilled workers and qualified teachersLife-long learning and building portfolio of skillsAwarded National Catalyzed Challenge GrantMotto: "Natively Digital for Digital Natives"Using AI to extract assessment items from textCore-LX LMS ties into school Student Information System Hot topics: AI, robotics, logisticsAI Toolswriter.comwidth.ai Podsafe music selection  Vivaldi: Concerto No. 3 in F Major “Autumn” (Allegro movement) by the American Baroque Orchestra.     Duration: 35:30

<center> Click the Title to Play or Download. </center> <a href="https://www.d2l.com/pulsepodcast/?utm_source=Podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CY20-02-NA-HE-ALL-Pulse%20Podcast%20Sponsorship" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> <ul> <li>Interview with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-katzman/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jeffrey Katzman</a>, Founder and CEO of <a href="https://www.corelearningexchange.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Core Learning Exchange</a>. "Core Learning Exchange (Core-LX) prepares students for postsecondary success, including attaining industry-recognized certifications and credentials." We discuss:</li><ul><li>Jeffrey's background<a href="https://www.corelearningexchange.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Jeffrey Katzman, CEO </li><li>History of Core-LX</li><li>Mastery-based instructional model using badges</li><li>Micro-learning playlists using video, simulations, readings, assessments </li><li>Career and technical education (CTE)</li><li>Over 300 courses for grade 6 through community college</li><li>Industry recognized certifications</li><li>Impact of Covid on lack of skilled workers and qualified teachers</li><li>Life-long learning and building portfolio of skills</li><li>Awarded National Catalyzed Challenge Grant</li><li>Motto: "Natively Digital for Digital Natives"</li><li>Using AI to extract assessment items from text</li><li>Core-LX LMS ties into school Student Information System </li><li>Hot topics: AI, robotics, logistics </li></ul><li>AI Tools</li><ul><li><a href="http://writer.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">writer.com</a></li><li><a href="http://width.ai" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">width.ai</a></li></ul></ul><ul> <li>Podsafe music selection</li> <ul> <li><a href="http://magnatune.com/artists/albums/abaroque-seasons?song=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Vivaldi: Concerto No. 3 in F Major “Autumn”</a> (Allegro movement) by the American Baroque Orchestra. </li> </ul> </ul> Duration: 35:30

RPP #206 Jeffrey Katzman of Core Learning Exchange

  Click the Title to Play or Download.    Interview with Kimberley Timpf, Senior Director of Impact, Vector Solutions. We discuss their AlcoholEdu program. "AlcoholEdu is an evidence-based training designed to prevent risky drinking and other drug use on campus and help students better reach their academic, professional, and personal goals."Kimberley's backgroundKimberley TimpfHistory of Vector Solutions and AlcoholEdu Drinking and drug use on campusImpact of Covid   Emotional and physical effects of alcohol, cannabis, and e-cigarette useVideo-based scenarios to coach students on bystander intervention techniquesSupport and reinforce the decisions of students who choose not to drink in collegeRandomized controlled trials prove the efficacy of AlcoholEDUPodsafe Music Selection"Somebody to Love" by Grace Slick and the Jefferson Airplane at the Monterey Jazz Festival in 1967  Duration: 41:05

<center> Click the Title to Play or Download. </center> <a href="https://www.d2l.com/pulsepodcast/?utm_source=Podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CY20-02-NA-HE-ALL-Pulse%20Podcast%20Sponsorship" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> <ul> <li>Interview with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberley-timpf-8993847/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kimberley Timpf</a>, Senior Director of Impact, <a href="https://www.vectorsolutions.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Vector Solutions</a>. We discuss their AlcoholEdu program. "AlcoholEdu is an evidence-based training designed to prevent risky drinking and other drug use on campus and help students better reach their academic, professional, and personal goals."</li><ul><li>Kimberley's background<a href="https://www.vectorsolutions.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Kimberley Timpf</li><li>History of Vector Solutions and AlcoholEdu</li> <li>Drinking and drug use on campus</li><li>Impact of Covid   </li><li>Emotional and physical effects of alcohol, cannabis, and e-cigarette use</li><li>Video-based scenarios to coach students on bystander  intervention techniques</li><li>Support and reinforce the decisions of students who choose not to drink in college</li><li>Randomized controlled trials prove the efficacy of AlcoholEDU</li></ul></ul><ul><li>Podsafe Music Selection</li><ul><li>"Somebody to Love" by <a href="http://jeffersonairplane.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Grace Slick and the Jefferson Airplane</a> at the Monterey Jazz Festival in 1967</li></ul></ul> Duration: 41:05

RPP #205 Kimberley Timpf - AlcoholEDU by Vector Solutions

Phill Miller

 Click the Title to Play or Download.    Interview with Phill Miller, Managing Director of Open LMS. Open LMS is "a Moodle™-based LMS platform designed for learners, empowering administrators.' We discuss:Phill's backgroundPhill MillerHistory of Open LMSUsage boost during CovidOpen LMS acquisitionsLower cost of ownershipSaaS approachPartnerships: Safe Assign, Ally, Intelliboard, Class Technologies  Class acquisition of Bb CollaborateNew directions in educational technology Moodle is the largest LMS worldwide, one of the "Big 4"First face-to-face Users Conference in Phoenix in October 2022 Links Class Technologies and Open LMS PartnershipLearning Technologies Group (LTG) Open LMS parent Accredible digital credential and badge platformPodsafe music selection  "Summertime" by Brother Love Duration: 41:11

<center> Click the Title to Play or Download. </center> <a href="https://www.d2l.com/pulsepodcast/?utm_source=Podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CY20-02-NA-HE-ALL-Pulse%20Podcast%20Sponsorship" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> <ul> <li>Interview with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/phillmiller/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Phill Miller</a>, Managing Director of <a href="https://www.openlms.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Open LMS</a>. Open LMS is "a Moodle™-based LMS platform designed for learners, empowering administrators.' We discuss:</li><ul><li>Phill's background<a href="https://www.openlms.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Phill Miller</li><li>History of Open LMS</li><li>Usage boost during Covid</li><li>Open LMS acquisitions</li><li>Lower cost of ownership</li><li>SaaS approach</li><li>Partnerships: Safe Assign, Ally, Intelliboard, Class Technologies  </li><li>Class acquisition of Bb Collaborate</li><li>New directions in educational technology </li><li>Moodle is the largest LMS worldwide, one of the "Big 4"</li><li>First face-to-face Users Conference in Phoenix in October 2022 </li></ul></ul><ul><li>Links</li><ul> <li><a href="https://www.prweb.com/releases/class_technologies_and_open_lms_announce_partnership_to_provide_best_of_synchronous_and_asynchronous_learning/prweb18725381.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Class Technologies and Open LMS Partnership</a></li><li><a href="https://www.ltgplc.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Learning Technologies Group (LTG)</a> Open LMS parent </li><li><a href="https://www.rodspulsepodcast.com/2021/06/rpp-193-danny-king-of-accredible.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Accredible</a> digital credential and badge platform</li></ul></ul><ul><li>Podsafe music selection</li> <ul> <li><a href="https://amzn.to/3crU1D5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">"Summertime" by Brother Love</a></li> </ul></ul>Duration: 41:11

RPP #204 Phill Miller of Open LMS

"I LEARNED IT ON A PODCAST" -- This podcast is for anyone interested in learning about the latest eLearning technologies.- Rodney B. Murray, PhD, Northeast Digital Learning Association

Kyle Shea

  Click the Title to Play or Download.    Interview with Kyle Shea, Executive Vice President, Partnership Development at All Campus. "AllCampus is a leading online program management services provider that helps universities evolve their academic programs and exceed the ever-evolving expectations of students." We discuss:Kyle's backgroundKyle Shea, EVPHistory of AllCampusOnline Program Management options: Program viability, instructional design, curriculum enhancement, marketing, enrollment support, student support and retentionUndergrad/Grad, Credit/non-credit, degrees/certificates, micro-credentialsImpact of Covid-19: new clients and expansion of existing programsFaculty leaving teaching to learn new skillsSkills in demand by corporationsSynchronous/asynchronous trends for onlineEngaging and preparing client faculty Student support coachesAllCampus unique services   Podsafe music selection  "California Dreamin" by The Mamas and The Papas    Duration: 33:53

<center> Click the Title to Play or Download. </center> <a href="https://explore.d2l.com/higher-ed-demo-request?utm_source=pulsepodcast&amp;utm_medium=banner&amp;utm_campaign=FY23-NA-HE-Pulse+Podcast+Sponsorship" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> <ul> <li>Interview with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylemshea/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kyle Shea</a>, Executive Vice President, Partnership Development at <a href="https://www.allcampus.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">All Campus</a>. "AllCampus is a leading online program management services provider that helps universities evolve their academic programs and exceed the ever-evolving expectations of students." We discuss:</li><ul><li>Kyle's background<a href="https://www.allcampus.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Kyle Shea, EVP</li><li>History of AllCampus</li><li>Online Program Management options: </li><ul><li>Program viability, instructional design, curriculum enhancement, marketing, enrollment support, student support and retention</li></ul><li>Undergrad/Grad, Credit/non-credit, degrees/certificates, micro-credentials</li><li>Impact of Covid-19: new clients and expansion of existing programs</li><li>Faculty leaving teaching to learn new skills</li><li>Skills in demand by corporations</li><li>Synchronous/asynchronous trends for online</li><li>Engaging and preparing client faculty </li><li>Student support coaches</li><li>AllCampus unique services  </li> </ul> <li>Podsafe music selection</li> <ul> <li>"<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JcXbAieUTUA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">California Dreamin</a>" by The Mamas and The Papas</li> </ul> </ul> Duration: 33:53

RPP #203: Kyle Shea of AllCampus

Michelle Weise

  Click the Title to Play or Download.    Interview with Michelle Weise, Vice Chancellor, Strategy and Innovation, National University. NU offers over 75 programs and four-week classes designed to help students reach their goals while balancing busy lives. A pioneer in online education, NU has offered online classes for over 20 years, as well as classes on-site at locations across California and on select military bases nationwide. We discuss:Michelle's backgroundDr. Michelle WeiseHistory of National UniversityInnovator's dilemma  Unique 4-week termsPartnership with Amazon Military and working adult populationRight-sized learning experiencesOne-to-one, hybrid, and fully online modalitiesProblem-based learningBadges, micro-credentials, and certificatesNext-generation degreeSkills CompassAI-powered career navigation tools Jobs of tomorrowLinksLong Life Learning: Preparing for Jobs that Don't Even Exist Yet, by Michelle R. WeiseRPP #135: Disruptive Innovation in Education: Interview with Michelle WeisePodsafe music selection  Vivaldi: Concerto No. 1 in D Major (Spring, 1st Movement) from The Four Seasons by the American Baroque Orchestra    Duration: 41:54

<center> Click the Title to Play or Download. </center> <a href="https://explore.d2l.com/higher-ed-demo-request?utm_source=pulsepodcast&amp;utm_medium=banner&amp;utm_campaign=FY23-NA-HE-Pulse+Podcast+Sponsorship" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> <ul> <li>Interview with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rwmichelle/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Michelle Weise</a>, Vice Chancellor, Strategy and Innovation, <a href="https://www.nu.edu/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">National University</a>. NU offers over 75 programs and four-week classes designed to help students reach their goals while balancing busy lives. A pioneer in online education, NU has offered online classes for over 20 years, as well as classes on-site at locations across California and on select military bases nationwide. We discuss:</li><ul><li>Michelle's background<a href="https://www.nu.edu/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Dr. Michelle Weise </li><li>History of National University</li><li>Innovator's dilemma  </li><li>Unique 4-week terms</li><li>Partnership with Amazon </li><li>Military and working adult population</li><li>Right-sized learning experiences</li><li>One-to-one, hybrid, and fully online modalities</li><li>Problem-based learning</li><li>Badges, micro-credentials, and certificates</li><li>Next-generation degree</li><li>Skills Compass</li><li>AI-powered career navigation tools </li><li>Jobs of tomorrow</li></ul></ul><ul><li>Links</li><ul><li><a href="https://amzn.to/3Evjci7" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Long Life Learning: Preparing for Jobs that Don't Even Exist Yet</a>, by Michelle R. Weise</li><li><a href="https://www.rodspulsepodcast.com/2015/09/rpp-135-disruptive-innovation-in.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RPP #135: Disruptive Innovation in Education: Interview with Michelle Weise</a></li></ul></ul><ul><li>Podsafe music selection</li> <ul> <li>Vivaldi: Concerto No. 1 in D Major (Spring, 1st Movement) from <a href="http://magnatune.com/artists/albums/abaroque-seasons/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Four Seasons</a> by the American Baroque Orchestra</li> </ul> </ul> Duration: 41:54

RPP #202: Michelle Weise of National University

  Click the Title to Play or Download.    Interview with Don Kassner, President and Founder of MonitorEDU. MonitorEDU is a leading provider of high-stakes remote proctoring using live proctors based in North America. We discuss: Don's background and history of MonitorEDUDon KassnerProctoring changes brought about by CovidEfficiency of live proctoring over AI-generated flagsChat translation and foreign language proctorsRamping up for peak exam times  Student identity verificationMonitoring proctor performanceSecurity related to exam softwarePartnerships with testing platformsInvigil record and review systemProctoring oral examsAutomated proctoring Links  RPP #137: ProctorU - Interview with Don Kassner Podsafe MusicGymnopédie No.1 by Erik Satie     Duration: 47:25

<center> Click the Title to Play or Download. </center> <a href="https://www.d2l.com/demo-request/?utm_source=pulsepodcast&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_campaign=FY23-NA-HE-Pulse+Podcast+Sponsorship" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> <ul> <li>Interview with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajupresident/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Don Kassner</a>, President and Founder of <a href="https://monitoredu.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MonitorEDU</a>. MonitorEDU is a leading provider of high-stakes remote proctoring using live proctors based in North America. We discuss: </li><ul><li>Don's background and history of MonitorEDU<a href="https://monitoredu.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Don Kassner</li><li>Proctoring changes brought about by Covid</li><li>Efficiency of live proctoring over AI-generated flags</li><li>Chat translation and foreign language proctors</li><li>Ramping up for peak exam times  </li><li>Student identity verification</li><li>Monitoring proctor performance</li><li>Security related to exam software</li><li>Partnerships with testing platforms</li><li><a href="https://invigil.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Invigil</a> record and review system</li><li>Proctoring oral exams</li><li>Automated proctoring </li> </ul><li>Links</li><ul> <ul> </ul><li><a href="https://www.rodspulsepodcast.com/2015/12/rpp-137-proctoru-interview-with-don.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RPP #137: ProctorU - Interview with Don Kassner</a> </li></ul> <li>Podsafe Music</li><ul><li>Gymnopédie No.1 by <a href="https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=File%3AErik_Satie_-_gymnopedies_-_la_1_ere._lent_et_douloureux.ogg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Erik Satie</a> </li> </ul> </ul> Duration: 47:25

RPP #201 Don Kassner of MonitorEDU

  Click the Title to Play or Download.    This special episode marks a milestone for Rod’s Pulse Podcast. Dr. Murray remarks on some of the progress seen since he started his podcast in 2006. Most never heard of podcasting back then but podcasting has seen tremendous growth and education has changed forever because of the Covid pandemic. Rod discusses:Rodney Murray, PhD  Podcasting milestonesPodcasting 101 excerpt Steve Jobs introduces podcasting and "Pod Father" Adam Curry Rod's Pulse Podcast was a podcast on podcastingeLearning milestones and trendsImpact of the Pandemic on elearningShoutout to education futuristsClever new edtech startupsPromise for the future Podcasts on the Future of Higher EducationRPP #189: Covid as a Catalyst for Positive Change by JT KostmanRPP #183: Academia Next with Bryan AlexanderRPP #153: eLearning after 20 Years - Interview with Ken HartmanRPP #149: Teaching in a Digital Age - Interview with Tony BatesRPP #142: 10th Anniversary Edition - Podcasting 101RPP #135: Disruptive Innovation in Education: Interview with Michelle Weise   Podsafe music selection  On a Podcast by Cruisebox    Duration: 25:17

<center> Click the Title to Play or Download. </center> <a href="https://www.d2l.com/pulsepodcast/?utm_source=Podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CY20-02-NA-HE-ALL-Pulse%20Podcast%20Sponsorship" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> <ul> <li>This special episode marks a milestone for Rod’s Pulse Podcast. Dr. Murray remarks on some of the progress seen since he started his podcast in 2006. Most never heard of podcasting back then but podcasting has seen tremendous growth and education has changed forever because of the Covid pandemic. Rod discusses: <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi4SdPr8SkYiTy7A4DYgIw73JXIA9YGu1Fim1jGa3wbHzLOQxkMrIceqNsCP53_HnI6KbzR2Z_sSJVtaChK_H1rBpXZzb079guVwQzLh6NjF06gQ_Qc9mLI06MzDUFM6z0cO1a_LlNpuiayhJUoggurVeHup_1Q1j5DgT62PwphjCljc6fLwA=s640" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Rodney Murray, PhD </li> <ul> <li>Podcasting milestones</li><li>Podcasting 101 excerpt </li><li>Steve Jobs introduces podcasting and "Pod Father" Adam Curry </li><li>Rod's Pulse Podcast was a podcast on podcasting</li><li>eLearning milestones and trends</li><li>Impact of the Pandemic on elearning</li><li>Shoutout to education futurists</li><li>Clever new edtech startups</li><li>Promise for the future </li> </ul><li>Podcasts on the Future of Higher Education</li><ul><li><a href="https://www.rodspulsepodcast.com/2021/01/rpp-189-covid-as-catalyst-for-positive.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RPP #189: Covid as a Catalyst for Positive Change by JT Kostman</a></li><li><a href="https://www.rodspulsepodcast.com/2020/02/rpp-183-academia-next-with-bryan.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RPP #183: Academia Next with Bryan Alexander</a></li><li><a href="https://www.rodspulsepodcast.com/2017/05/rpp-153-elearning-after-20-years.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RPP #153: eLearning after 20 Years - Interview with Ken Hartman</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.rodspulsepodcast.com/2016/12/rpp-149-teaching-in-digital-age.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RPP #149: Teaching in a Digital Age - Interview with Tony Bates</a></li><li><a href="https://www.rodspulsepodcast.com/2016/05/rpp-142-10th-anniversary-edition.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RPP #142: 10th Anniversary Edition - Podcasting 101</a></li><li><a href="https://www.rodspulsepodcast.com/2015/09/rpp-135-disruptive-innovation-in.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RPP #135: Disruptive Innovation in Education: Interview with Michelle Weise</a> </li><ul> </ul> </ul> <li>Podsafe music selection</li> <ul> <li><a href="https://davaomacuser.wordpress.com/2005/08/07/on-a-podcast-by-cruisebox-podcasters-anthem-stick-it-to-the-fcc/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On a Podcast by Cruisebox</a></li> </ul> </ul> Duration: 25:17

RPP #200 Podcasting and eLearning Milestones

  Click the Title to Play or Download.    Interview with Narine Hall, Founder &amp; CEO of Inspace. "InSpace is a socially intuitive online learning platform. By mimicking the natural flow of a classroom through proximity-based audio, we feel it's the closest you can come to teaching face-to-face in the virtual space." We discuss:Narine's backgroundNarine Hall, CEOHistory of InSpaceReplaces Zoom for classroomsProximity-based audio using machine learningImproved student participationFaces in "video circles" to reduce background distractionChat feature inside or outside of the classroomInSpace mobile appSynchronous and Asynchronous useAnalytics measures quality of conversations, not quantityFeature set: Discussions, Rooms, Broadcast, Screen ShareEngagement: Gesture, Tether, InviteLMS Integration  Podsafe music selection  Laura Sullivan plays "Pachelbel For The Potomac" from "Pianoscapes For The Trails Of North America"    Duration: 43:24

<center> Click the Title to Play or Download. </center> <a href="https://www.d2l.com/demo-request/?utm_source=pulsepodcast&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_campaign=FY23-NA-HE-Pulse+Podcast+Sponsorship" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> <ul> <li>Interview with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/narineworks/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Narine Hall</a>, Founder &amp; CEO of <a href="https://inspace.chat/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Inspace</a>. "InSpace is a socially intuitive online learning platform. By mimicking the natural flow of a classroom through proximity-based audio, we feel it's the closest you can come to teaching face-to-face in the virtual space." We discuss:</li><ul><li>Narine's background<a href="https://inspace.chat/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Narine Hall, CEO </li><li>History of InSpace</li><li>Replaces Zoom for classrooms</li><li>Proximity-based audio using machine learning</li><li>Improved student participation</li><li>Faces in "video circles" to reduce background distraction</li><li>Chat feature inside or outside of the classroom</li><li>InSpace mobile app</li><li>Synchronous and Asynchronous use</li><li>Analytics measures quality of conversations, not quantity</li><li>Feature set: Discussions, Rooms, Broadcast, Screen Share</li><li>Engagement: Gesture, Tether, Invite</li><li>LMS Integration </li> </ul> <li>Podsafe music selection</li> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Pachelbel-For-The-Potomac/dp/B000QQ0ZIA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Laura Sullivan plays</a><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Pachelbel-For-The-Potomac/dp/B000QQ0ZIA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> "Pachelbel For The Potomac"</a> from "Pianoscapes For The Trails Of North America"</li> </ul> </ul> Duration: 43:24

RPP #199: Narine Hall of InSpace

Adam Geller

  Click the Title to Play or Download.    Interview with Adam Geller, Founder and CEO of Edthena. "Edthena is the complete solution for teacher growth, leveraging classroom videos for reflection and best practices." We discuss their video-powered professional learning:Adams backgroundAdam Geller, CEOHistory and founding of EdthenaK-12 Teacher training programsTeacher candidates recording themselvesUse in teaching methods and field experienceToolset to support evidence based approach on how to teachEportfolio for sharing and assessment Time-stamped comments: question, suggestion, strength or noteProfessional standards video taggingPerformance dashboards at group and organization levelUsed in HigherEd Centers for Teaching ExcellenceUsed to help recruit and retain HigherEd adjunct instructorsUsed in classroom or online (Zoom, etc.)Tool to blur video to mask student names or facesSupports school district privacy and security requirementsLinksEvidence of Practice: Playbook for Video-Powered Professional LearningPodsafe music selection  "If Every Day Were Christmas" by Podsafe for Peace. Duration: 42:04

<center> Click the Title to Play or Download. </center> <a href="https://www.d2l.com/pulsepodcast/?utm_source=Podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CY20-02-NA-HE-ALL-Pulse%20Podcast%20Sponsorship" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> <ul> <li>Interview with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamgeller/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Adam Geller</a>, Founder and CEO of <a href="https://www.edthena.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Edthena</a>. "Edthena is the complete solution for teacher growth, leveraging classroom videos for reflection and best practices." We discuss their video-powered professional learning:</li><ul><li>Adams background<a href="https://www.edthena.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Adam Geller, CEO</li><li>History and founding of Edthena</li><li>K-12 Teacher training programs</li><li>Teacher candidates recording themselves</li><li>Use in teaching methods and field experience</li><li>Toolset to support evidence based approach on how to teach</li><li>Eportfolio for sharing and assessment </li><li>Time-stamped comments: question, suggestion, strength or note</li><li>Professional standards video tagging</li><li>Performance dashboards at group and organization level</li><li>Used in HigherEd Centers for Teaching Excellence</li><li>Used to help recruit and retain HigherEd adjunct instructors</li><li>Used in classroom or online (Zoom, etc.)</li><li>Tool to blur video to mask student names or faces</li><li>Supports school district privacy and security requirements </li></ul><li>Links</li><ul><li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/dp/0999378104/ref=nosim?tag=pharmsoft" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Evidence of Practice: Playbook for Video-Powered Professional Learning</a></li></ul></ul><ul><li>Podsafe music selection</li> <ul> <li>"If Every Day Were Christmas" by <a href="http://www.podsafeforpeace.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Podsafe for Peace</a>. </li></ul></ul>Duration: 42:04

RPP #198: Adam Geller of Edthena

  Click the Title to Play or Download.   Interview with Amanda Smith, Chief Academic Officer, Academic Partnerships, and Maria Andersen, General Manager of Coursetune.This special COVID-Converted Edition audio and video podcast series responds to the impact of COVID-19 on the way we live, learn, and work. Teachers all over the world have been thrown into teaching their "COVID-Converted" courses online. This series will focus on moving from this emergency remote teaching and learning to more thoughtfully prepared learning experiences. COVID is reshaping curriculum design and attitudes about online learning.Academic Partners is "an online facilitator that assists public institutions of higher education in taking their academic programs online and recruits and retains qualified students through program completion. Coursetune helps institutions improve course and program design by focusing on mapping and assessment alignment." We discuss:Watch on YoutubeAmanda and Maria's backgroundOverview of Coursetune, an elegant visual course planning toolAcademic Partnerships' roleGrowth of online programsNeed for change in curriculum designRelease of Courseplan ("Coursetune light")AP Off Campus toolkit to move instruction from classroom to onlineCritical outcomes alignment and supportFaculty trainingRole of instructional designersChallenge of short term vs. long term thinkingIntegration with the LMSNew features on the way: "variation layers"    Podsafe music selectionWonderful Day by Debbie Poryes Trio - Jazz Pianist, Composer, Teacher &amp; Vocalist    Duration: 51:59

<center> Click the Title to Play or Download. </center> <a href="https://www.d2l.com/pulsepodcast/?utm_source=Podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CY20-02-NA-HE-ALL-Pulse%20Podcast%20Sponsorship" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> Interview with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-amanda-lynne-smith/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amanda Smith</a>, Chief Academic Officer, <a href="https://www.academicpartnerships.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Academic Partnerships</a>, and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariahandersen/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Maria Andersen</a>, General Manager of <a href="https://coursetune.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Coursetune</a>. This special COVID-Converted Edition audio and <a href="https://youtu.be/CbUCvKwjoZs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">video podcast</a> series responds to the impact of COVID-19 on the way we live, learn, and work. Teachers all over the world have been thrown into teaching their "COVID-Converted" courses online. This series will focus on moving from this emergency remote teaching and learning to more thoughtfully prepared learning experiences. COVID is reshaping curriculum design and attitudes about online learning. Academic Partners is "an online facilitator that assists public institutions of higher education in taking their academic programs online and recruits and retains qualified students through program completion. Coursetune helps institutions improve course and program design by focusing on mapping and assessment alignment." We discuss: <a href="https://youtu.be/CbUCvKwjoZs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Watch on Youtube<ul><li>Amanda and Maria's background</li><li><a href="https://www.rodspulsepodcast.com/2018/05/rpp-165-coursetune-interview-with-maria.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Overview of Coursetune</a>, an elegant visual course planning tool</li><li>Academic Partnerships' role</li><li>Growth of online programs</li><li>Need for change in curriculum design</li><li>Release of Courseplan ("Coursetune light")</li><li>AP Off Campus toolkit to move instruction from classroom to online</li><li>Critical outcomes alignment and support</li><li>Faculty training</li><li>Role of instructional designers</li><li>Challenge of short term vs. long term thinking</li><li>Integration with the LMS</li><li>New features on the way: "variation layers" </li><ul> </ul> </ul> <li>Podsafe music selection</li><ul><li>Wonderful Day by <a href="https://www.debbieporyes.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Debbie Poryes Trio</a> - Jazz Pianist, Composer, Teacher &amp; Vocalist</li></ul><ul> </ul> Duration: 51:59

Covid-Converted Edition #7: Reshaping Curriculum Design and Attitudes about Online Learning

Melvin Hines

  Click the Title to Play or Download.     Interview with Melvin Hines, CEO, and Co-Founder of Upswing. "A virtual assistant and student services platform to reach, relate to, and retain your non-traditional students." We discuss:Melvin's BackgroundMelvin Hines, CEOHistory of UpswingGreat disparities in education Reach, Relate, and RetainReach: answer questions via text chatbotRelate: connect to campus or Upswing human resources via web conferencing to provide support and tutoring on more than 400 topicsRetain: collect analytics to identify students at greatest risk   Result: 15% reduction in dropouts each yearUnique chatbot technology integrates with campus calendars to schedule web conferences with campus and Upswing staff and tutorsSupport for mental health and wellness Support for faculty     Changes due to the Pandemic    Podsafe music selection  Autumn Day by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license.    Duration: 37:48

<center> Click the Title to Play or Download. </center> <a href="https://www.d2l.com/pulsepodcast/?utm_source=Podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CY20-02-NA-HE-ALL-Pulse%20Podcast%20Sponsorship" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> Interview with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mhinesjr/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Melvin Hines</a>, CEO, and Co-Founder of <a href="https://upswing.io/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Upswing</a>. "A virtual assistant and student services platform to reach, relate to, and retain your non-traditional students." We discuss: <ul><li>Melvin's Background<a href="https://upswing.io/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Melvin Hines, CEO</li><li>History of Upswing</li><li>Great disparities in education </li><li>Reach, Relate, and Retain</li><li>Reach: answer questions via text chatbot</li><li>Relate: connect to campus or Upswing human resources via web conferencing to provide support and tutoring on more than 400 topics</li><li>Retain: collect analytics to identify students at greatest risk   </li><li>Result: 15% reduction in dropouts each year</li><li>Unique chatbot technology integrates with campus calendars to schedule web conferences with campus and Upswing staff and tutors</li><li>Support for mental health and wellness </li><li>Support for faculty     </li><li>Changes due to the Pandemic  </li></ul><ul><ul><ul> </ul> </ul> <li>Podsafe music selection</li> <ul> <li><a href="https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100765" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Autumn Day</a> by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Creative Commons Attribution license</a>.</li> </ul> </ul> Duration: 37:48

RPP #197: Melvin Hines of Upswing

Dan Avida

  Click the Title to Play or Download.     Interview with Dan Avida, CEO, and Co-Founder of Engageli. "Engageli's digital learning platformenables higher-ed institutions to provide educators and learners with an active, social, collaborative, inclusive and engaging learning experience."  We discuss: Dan Avida, CEOBackground of founders including Dan's wife Daphne Koller, co-founder of CourseraWorks in class or online (synchronous or asynchronous) and hybridNo need for breakout roomsStudent "table" with the group of peers: "Learn with Friends"Students can talk at the same time as the instructorIn-class students log in so they can take notes and capture instructors screenIn-class student presses button to ask questions - other mics are muted Polls and quizzes embedded into presentationsRecordings, notetaking, captioning built into the platformIntegrated with the LMS using LTIWorks with Chromebooks - no app to downloadVideo is not re-streamed  Supports thousands of students in a class using TAs  Extensive analytics to detect students at risk AI and ML coming in a future releasePodsafe music selection  Hachiko by The Kyoto Connection Duration: 40:15

<center> Click the Title to Play or Download. </center> <a href="https://www.d2l.com/pulsepodcast/?utm_source=Podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CY20-02-NA-HE-ALL-Pulse%20Podcast%20Sponsorship" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> Interview with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-avida/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dan Avida</a>, CEO, and Co-Founder of <a href="https://www.engageli.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Engageli</a>. "Engageli's digital learning platform enables higher-ed institutions to provide educators and learners with an active, social, collaborative, inclusive and engaging learning experience."  We discuss:  <a href="https://www.engageli.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Dan Avida, CEO<ul><li>Background of founders including Dan's wife <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/daphne-koller-4053a820/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Daphne Koller</a>, co-founder of Coursera</li><li>Works in class or online (synchronous or asynchronous) and hybrid</li><li>No need for breakout rooms</li><li>Student "table" with the group of peers: "Learn with Friends"</li><li>Students can talk at the same time as the instructor</li><li>In-class students log in so they can take notes and capture instructors screen</li><li>In-class student presses button to ask questions - other mics are muted </li><li>Polls and quizzes embedded into presentations</li><li>Recordings, notetaking, captioning built into the platform</li><li>Integrated with the LMS using LTI</li><li>Works with Chromebooks - no app to download</li><li>Video is not re-streamed  </li><li>Supports thousands of students in a class using TAs  </li><li>Extensive analytics to detect students at risk </li><li>AI and ML coming in a future release </li></ul><ul><li>Podsafe music selection</li> <ul> <li>Hachiko by <a href="https://freemusicarchive.org/music/The_Kyoto_Connection#contact-artist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Kyoto Connection</a> <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a></li></ul></ul> Duration: 40:15

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Jeff Borden

  Click the Title to Play or Download.   This special COVID-Converted Edition audio and video podcast series responds to the impact of COVID-19 on the way we live, learn, and work. Teachers all over the world have been thrown into teaching their "COVID-Converted" courses online. This series will focus on moving from this emergency remote teaching and learning to more thoughtfully prepared learning experiences.Interview with Jeff Borden, Chief Academic and VP of Academic Affairs at D2L. According to Dr. Borden, Education 3.0 entails a confluence of neuroscience, cognitive psychology, and education technology, using web-based digital and mobile technology to help students learn efficiently. We discuss:Watch on YoutubeJeff's backgroundHistory of Education 1.0 and 2.0Eric Mazur - Confessions of a converted lecturerWhat to keep from the pandemic experience - record lecturesNeurotransmitters that enhance learningGamification and creating novelty to enhance learning  "Habitable Worlds" simulation at Arizona StateEbbinghaus Forgetting Curve Drawing enhances learningCommunity-based portal and student groups reduce drop outPeer instruction and removing class barriersFuture of the LMS, and more   Podsafe music selection   Fuzzy Freaky (summertime) by David Byrne from the Visible Man Album    Duration: 40:23

<center> Click the Title to Play or Download. </center> <a href="https://www.d2l.com/pulsepodcast/?utm_source=Podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CY20-02-NA-HE-ALL-Pulse%20Podcast%20Sponsorship" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> This special COVID-Converted Edition audio and <a href="https://youtu.be/ltwbJdR23Rc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">video podcast</a> series responds to the impact of COVID-19 on the way we live, learn, and work. Teachers all over the world have been thrown into teaching their "COVID-Converted" courses online. This series will focus on moving from this emergency remote teaching and learning to more thoughtfully prepared learning experiences. Interview with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/prospeaker/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jeff Borden</a>, Chief Academic and VP of Academic Affairs at <a href="https://www.d2l.com/pulsepodcast/?utm_source=Podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CY20-02-NA-HE-ALL-Pulse%20Podcast%20Sponsorship" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">D2L</a>. According to Dr. Borden, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Education_3.0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Education 3.0</a> entails a confluence of neuroscience, cognitive psychology, and education technology, using web-based digital and mobile technology to help students learn efficiently. We discuss:<ul><li><a href="https://youtu.be/ltwbJdR23Rc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Watch on YoutubeJeff's background</li><li>History of Education 1.0 and 2.0</li><li>Eric Mazur - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D4-4tfYq3m4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Confessions of a converted lecturer</a></li><li>What to keep from the pandemic experience - record lectures</li><li>Neurotransmitters that enhance learning</li><li>Gamification and creating novelty to enhance learning  </li><li>"Habitable Worlds" simulation at Arizona State</li><li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Forgetting_curve" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ebbinghaus Forgetting Curve</a> </li><li>Drawing enhances learning</li><li>Community-based portal and student groups reduce drop out</li><li>Peer instruction and removing class barriers</li><li>Future of the LMS, and more </li></ul><ul><ul><ul> </ul> </ul> <li>Podsafe music selection</li> <ul> <li> <a href="http://davidbyrne.com/explore/the-visible-man" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fuzzy Freaky (summertime)</a> by David Byrne from the Visible Man Album</li> </ul> </ul> Duration: 40:23

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