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Michael is a K-6 Design and Technology Teacher at ‘Iolani School in Honolulu, Hawai’i. He is also a Google Certified Trainer, a Code.org Computer Science Discoveries Facilitator, a Seesaw Certified Educator, a grades 3-6 Esports coach, and has been presenting on EdTech topics for more than 15 years. His passions center around Computer Science, Augmented and Virtual Reality, Artificial Intelligence, Maker Education, Esports, and purposeful, cross-curricular technology integration.

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About Ronel

AboutAboutRonel Schodt - Co-Founder and Vice President of Growth and Sales at Kai's Education."Empowering the Next Generation of Learners and Educators"As Co-Founder and Vice President of Sales at Kai's Education, I have dedicated my career to transforming how young minds engage with education.My journey began with a vision to merge play with learning, creating an environment where students are not just taught but are truly engaged and inspired.My commitment is to democratize advanced technology education, making it accessible and enjoyable for all.In my dual role, I focus on:Visionary Leadership: As a founding member, I've played a pivotal role in shaping our mission, strategy, and culture, always aiming to impact education globally.Strategic Sales Initiatives: I lead our sales strategy, focusing on expanding our reach and ensuring that educators and institutions worldwide can access our innovative learning solutions.Partnership Development: Building strong relationships with educational bodies, technology partners, and communities



Some info about Kai's Education Kai's on X

KaiBot K8


Screen-free coding
Hybris with an iPad companion app, Kainundrum Lite that has a non-reader mode, English/Spanish text-to-speech, projects, and full accessibility mode
Kainundrum.com - a game-based platform with physical and virtual robots
SWIFT Playgrounds K5
Uniqueness 
a. Fully inclusive for neuro-diverse and unlock coding for blind
b. Physical robots in a virtual world as puzzles, mazes, and escape rooms
c. Bug detection and autonomous charging
d. Curriculum-aligned lesson plans - focus on core subjects, Maths, Literary, STEAM
e. Free onboarding and PD


STEAM toolbox with 100+ project-based standard-aligned lessons
AR/VR mats, launching new mat at ISTE, Water Cycle with a lesson plan for grades 6-8
Collaborative coding, including design avatars in Tinkercad and Minecraft
Physical robots in a virtual world as puzzles, mazes, and escape rooms
Free onboarding and PDKai's Clan Grade 5+

What a blast talking with Alyssa and Christie!! Amazing educators who have built a thriving community of EduGuardians! Learn more about their work, inspiration, and how to get involved! And how to get your trading cards!

Christie Cloud (⁠@ladybugxie⁠)Christie is a seasoned virtual teacher with twenty-three years of experience in education. Additionally, she is an adjunct professor at Thomas University, where she teaches the Integration of Classroom Technology to teacher candidates. During her educational journey, Christie has received numerous accolades for her work, including an HP Fellowship, GaETC Rising Star, Nearpod North Star Teacher of the Year, and Empower Teacher of the Year. As a firm believer in the importance of a professional learning network, Christie is a co-founding member (known affectionately as OG5) of the EduGuardians. She has presented at numerous conferences and co-hosted Curicon 2023 and the Week of AI 2024. Christie is an enthusiastic supporter of edtech and believes in its potential to enhance learning experiences.

Alyssa Faubion (@FarmerFaubs) Alyssa Faubion is an Instructional Design Coach at Forward Edge/Bethel-Tate, where she brings over a decade of expertise to enhance educational environments. Alyssa excels in integrating advanced technologies into the classroom, including artificial intelligence, which she uses to promote innovative problem-solving and creative learning among both teachers and students. Outside the classroom, Alyssa—affectionately known as Farmer Faubs—enjoys the tranquil life on her family farm, surrounded by her beloved animals. Much of her spare time is also dedicated to leading the EduGuardian community, of which she is a co-founder (affectionately known as OG5). She has had the pleasure of being selected as a Classroom Innovator for the 2023 AIR Show. Her work with AI and creative technologies exemplifies her dedication to pushing educational boundaries and preparing students for a rapidly evolving digital world.

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Enjoyed the conversation with Jim and Yvonne, co-founders of Noodle Factory. Learn more about Noodle Factory and how to bring it and all of the amazing resources to your classroom.



About Jim and Yvonne

Yvonne Soh – Co-Founder and CEO, Noodle Factory 

LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/yvonnesh33/⁠ 

Yvonne Soh has been in the tech industry for over 24 years. She spent many years in tech companies and is experienced in bringing enterprise products from concept to launch. She is a self-taught technologist who loves to create awesome user experiences using technology and innovation. In 2018, she co-founded an EdTech company, Noodle Factory. In her current role leading Noodle Factory, she works closely with her team to leverage the power of AI to provide innovative approaches to teaching and learning.

Dr Jim Wagstaff – Co-Founder and Chief Learning Officer, Noodle Factory

 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjimwagstaff/ 

Dr Jim Wagstaff is an educator and entrepreneur who specializes in digital pedagogy and the application of AI in teaching and learning. He co-founded Noodle Factory, an AI-driven powered teaching assistant, in 2018. His career began in technology, serving in executive roles at Dell Technologies, Brocade Communications, and Hewlett Packard Enterprise.

Jim holds master’s and doctoral degrees from the University of Liverpool, where his research focuses on applying digital capabilities in education. He collaborates extensively with schools and organizations, advising on the application of generative AI in teaching and learning, emphasizing the impact of AI in education.

About Noodle Factory

Noodle Factory’s “Walter” is an innovative AI-powered teaching assistant platform that enables educators to effortlessly create AI tutors that can engage their students with tutoring, mentoring, knowledge checks, and feedback seamlessly integrated with the educator's existing curated content. Designed to alleviate educators' workload, "Walter" facilitates real-time student support and engagement through personalized learning conversations. Embracing the latest in AI technology, Noodle Factory is shaping the future of education by enhancing efficiency and effectiveness in both academic and corporate learning environments.

Explore more: www.noodlefactory.ai

For inquiries: chat@noodlefactory.ai

I really enjoyed my conversation with Kaylah!

Dr. Kaylah Holland is passionate about empowering educators through professional development, one-on-one coaching, and innovative lesson design. She holds a Doctorate of Education in Instructional Design and Technology with extensive research in active learning environments. Driven by a passion for education, Dr. Holland consistently explores innovative methods to empower educators and champion student-centered classrooms. She is a Google Certified Innovator, Trainer, and Coach, a college professor, and an ISTE Community Leader. She was presented the “20 to Watch” award by ISTE in 2022 and was recognized by EdTech K-12 Magazine as a top 30 influencer in 2023. She was named a Featured Voice for ISTE in 2024. Dr. Holland is the author of Putting Out Fires: a Framework for Solving Problems in Your Classroom or School published in 2024. As the Director of Instructional Technology and Blended Learning for BreakFree Education, Kaylah empowers educators to foster innovative, sustainable, and active educational experiences inside juvenile justice facilities across the United States, offering students held in confinement a path to success in school and life. She also works to empower educators across the globe as the founder of Go Teach Be Love, a nonprofit providing professional development to educators in developing countries, and the co-founder of Global Good Edu, a program recognizing the incredible impact educators are making around the world.



Connect with Kaylah on X: @HollandKaylah

Book is available(preorder): Putting Out Fires

AI is an area that I love talking about and providing training for teachers. More than 6 years working in this space! I love all of the changes and engaging in conversations. We are surrounded by AI and must helping students to develop AI literacy skills is essential.

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Disclaimer: This episode enjoys some background learning noise :) #Authentic and #offthecuff