12 – Voxer: What It Is and How Educators Use It
01/14/15 • 14 min
EdTech You Should Know – Episode 12 – Voxer
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This episode was recorded entirely on Voxer!
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Guests:
Jon Samuelson – @jonsamuelson
Starr Sackstein – @mssackstein
Victoria Olson – @MsVictoriaOlson
Show Notes:
This episode talks all about Voxer – an app (and now website) that allows you to voice chat via a ‘walkie-talkie' type environment. You can start conversations with individuals or with groups – all at the touch of a button.
Topics of conversation:
- What is Voxer?
- How are you using Voxer personally?
- In what ways can you use Voxer with students?
- How does Voxer redefine education?
The Voxer App – FREE (iOS, Android)
Connect with me on Voxer: jeffherb
How are you using Voxer? Vox me or comment below!
EdTech You Should Know – Episode 12 – Voxer
[etysk]
This episode was recorded entirely on Voxer!
Sponsors:
Audible – Thanks to Audible for sponsoring the show. For a FREE audiobook of your choosing head to this link. Thanks to Audible's support of ITT!
Patreon – Intersted in supporting the show? Check out our Patreon page here.
Guests:
Jon Samuelson – @jonsamuelson
Starr Sackstein – @mssackstein
Victoria Olson – @MsVictoriaOlson
Show Notes:
This episode talks all about Voxer – an app (and now website) that allows you to voice chat via a ‘walkie-talkie' type environment. You can start conversations with individuals or with groups – all at the touch of a button.
Topics of conversation:
- What is Voxer?
- How are you using Voxer personally?
- In what ways can you use Voxer with students?
- How does Voxer redefine education?
The Voxer App – FREE (iOS, Android)
Connect with me on Voxer: jeffherb
How are you using Voxer? Vox me or comment below!
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11 – Record Lessons and Presentations with Swivl
EdTech You Should Know – Episode 11 – Record Lessons and Presentations with Swivl
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Show Notes
Swivl is an awesome tool that harnesses the power of iOS and Android devices to capture high quality video and audio that ‘tracks' the presenter (or whomever is the keeper of the sensor).
Here are some of the highlights:
- iOS and Android compatible
- Adapts to hold most smartphones and tablets
- Re-chargeable battery
- Wireless microphone and remote controls
- Follows you – 360 degrees with 25 degree tilt and 30 foot range.
Education Uses:
- Flipped Classroom
- Professional Development
- Student Projects
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13 – The Google Classroom App: Released for iOS and Android
EdTech You Should Know – Episode 13 – The Google Classroom App
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Show Notes:
A lot of relevant info with regards to today's episode can be found on this article about the Google Classroom App.
The app enables users to do the following:
- Take pictures and immediately upload them to an assignment.
- Share from other apps.
- Offline Caching
- Work right from the phone or tablet.
- Monitor/Turn-in Assignments
Again, the Google Classroom App is available for iOS and Android. Share how you are using it with students in the comments below!
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