Mr. C's Tech Update

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This podcast is a weekly update of Mr. C's Tech Update for the 24-25 school year. In the Quick to Do section, you can find valuable tips and tricks. In the Fun Stuff area, there is also a Tech Fun section. Finally, you can look into mindfulness and learn how it all works for your classroom.

10/17/2025

Mr. C's MS Tech Update - 25/26: 07 MCTU - Various Links

Tune in for Episode #7 of Mr. C's Middle School Tech Update! This episode is a must-listen as we dive into essential topics like the process for MS Report Card Entry and offer valuable insights into AI Prompt Resources to boost your teaching. Plus, we'll highlight the Top Wayground Resources you need to know about, cover updates for MS Language & ESOL, and tackle the challenges of the Schoology Synergy Pilot Sync – HELP! Get the practical tech tips and system guidance you need now.
09/24/2025

Mr. C's MS Tech Update 25-26_ 06 MCTU - Wayground

Hello and welcome! Today, we're diving into the future of education with a look at Wayground. We'll explore their Pro Development Deck, the comprehensive Wayground Certified Teacher Course, and their innovative Wayground AI Certification Course. Stay tuned as we discuss how these programs integrate with Schoology and support your teaching. Also, there is a one-pager on converting HEIC to JPEG images on your Mac.Link to show notes: bit.ly/3JBndIm
09/17/2025

Mr. C's Tech Update 25/26 - EP 05 MCTU - FUN FUN FUN

In this episode, we'll be talking about tech integration extras—the cool, hands-on gadgets and resources that you can use to bring your lessons to life. Have you ever wondered how to create an online web game for your students, even if you’re not a programmer? Well, get ready to learn how to easily code in ChatGPT to create a fun, interactive game you can design yourself! But that’s not all! We’re also going to explore some amazing resources available through IU 20, specifically their Lending Library. We'll break down how you can get your hands on some seriously cool stuff, like the Break Out Box, a problem-solving game that turns your classroom into an escape room. We’ll also talk about the Drone Robomaster, a fantastic tool for teaching robotics and programming, and the versatile Laser Cutter, which can help students bring their creative designs to life. Link to show notes:bit.ly/3JBndIm
09/10/2025

Mr. C's Tech Update 25/26 - 03:A - MCTU - AI

Welcome to Mr. C's Tech Update. Join us as we explore the power of tools like ChatGPT and Gemini, sharing practical tips and tricks that you can use right away. We'll dive into concepts like the Three Word Rule for crafting effective prompts, and even show you how to build your own AI Prompt Library for Teachers. Our episodes focus on real-world applications, from using AI to create your own flashcards to mastering chatbots with your own self-created AI prompt list. Find the audio version of Mr. C's Tech Update on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, with video versions available on our YouTube playlist. For a quick reference, all of our content is also published in a MCTU Google Slide deck.
09/03/2025

Mr. C's Tech Update 25/26 - 03 MCTU - Waze vs Google Maps w/ Taylor & Nova from Notebook LM

In this episode, I used the Notebook LM audio file generated from an article comparing two popular navigation apps—Waze and Google Maps. The discussion is brought to life by two AI-generated voices, Taylor and Nova (names I chose as a nod to the original Planet of the Apes movie). Together, they break down the article and share a conversational, real-world take on which app comes out on top.
09/02/2025

Mr. C's Tech Update 25/26 EP 02 - Notebook LM

EP # 02 - Today, I talk about Notebook LM and how you can use this tool to increase your productivity and make your class lessons a bit more exciting. NotebookLM is an AI-powered research and note-taking tool that helps you organize, summarize, and get insights from your personal documents by using only the sources you provide.Link to show notes - bit.ly/3JBndImWhat's in today's Update:Notebook LM “How To” (ongoing)Waze vs Google Maps (Featured Article)NB LM - 1 paragraph review of the articleNB LM Mind Map PartialNB LM Mind Map FullNB LM - Audio Podcast of ArticleNB LM - Video File w/ Google Slide Type Graphics
08/28/2025

Mr. C's Tech Update 25/26 EP 01

I am launching new podcast episodes this year as I have moved to the middle school level. In this first episode, I'll be sharing some great tutorials for educators who use WeVideo. I will cover how to use it to get your class started at the beginning of the year, how to assign projects to your students, and how they can create their very own simple podcast episodes. I will also be talking about Wayground and how to set up assignments in Schoology, including a fun ice-breaker quiz. I'll even show you how to import your favorite PDF or paper quizzes to save time. Be sure to check it out! Link to show notes - https://bit.ly/3JBndIm
01/29/2025

MCTU Deep Dive EP 02 - Mr. C Gives too Many Resources!

Mr. C is back with new guests in his offshoot project, "Deep Dive"—a series where we explore ChatGPT, share tech tips, and have some fun, whimsical conversations about AI in education. Each week, I’ll highlight how ChatGPT can be used effectively, then integrate it into Notebook LM to showcase how the app works. Plus, I’ll demonstrate how AI-generated podcast voices can bring these insights to life! In Episode 2, I take you behind the scenes of what it’s like for a Tech Coach to create resources—from building tech tip slides in Google Slides, turning them into a screen-share video for my YouTube channel, and finally transforming them into a podcast episode.

This podcast is a weekly update of Mr. C's Tech Update for the 24-25 school year. In the Quick to Do section, you can find valuable tips and tricks. In the Fun Stuff area, there is also a Tech Fun section. Finally, you can look into mindfulness and learn how it all works for your classroom.

Creator

Mr. C
Years Active

2024 - 2025
Episodes

20
Rating

Explicit
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