Rod's Pulse Podcast

RPP #221 David King of Flywire

rod@rodspulsepodcast.com (Rodney B. Murray, Ph.D.) — Tue, 15 Oct 2024 14:36:00 -0400

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Interview with David King, CTO of Flywire, a company that provides software solutions for student financial services. The interview discusses the company’s history, evolution, and its current focus on addressing challenges faced by universities, such as the need to automate processes, improve student recruitment and retention, and streamline the student financial experience. David also highlights Flywire's commitment to technological innovation, particularly in the realm of mobile-first design and AI integration. He emphasizes the company's mission to simplify the financial journey for students and parents, from enrollment to endowment, including the digitization of 529 payments and the introduction of a third-party invoicing product.

Introduction and Background
David King, CTO
Challenges and Transformations in Higher Education
The Role of Technology and Innovation
Addressing Financial Literacy and Student Transitions
Expanding Services and Future Innovations
Addressing Key Pain Points and Future Roadmap

Podcast Transcript

AI Audio Overview - new experimental AI feature from Google's NotebookLM.

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RPP #220: Ethan Webb of Mindsmith

rod@rodspulsepodcast.com (Rodney B. Murray, Ph.D.) — Tue, 23 Apr 2024 15:05:00 -0400

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Interview with Ethan Webb, Founder & CEO of Mindsmith, a next-gen eLearning authoring tool that uses generative AI to make it easy to create and share learning content. We discuss:

Ethan Webb, CEO
Founders' inspiration & background
Mindsmith's competitive advantages
Serves corporate, higher education, and K12 audiences
Engages instructional designers and learners
Turns instructional designers into course architects
eLearning industry challenges
Generative AI: creating and sharing content
LMS integration using advanced SCORM via Mindsmith Cloud
Embeds interactive learning widgets
What's next? Mindsmith's future roadmap

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Voices of Insight - created using Udio

Duration: 32:19

RPP #219: Linda Bonnar of Upstrive

rod@rodspulsepodcast.com (Rodney B. Murray, Ph.D.) — Tue, 19 Mar 2024 15:34:00 -0400

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Interview with Linda Bonnar, Co-founder & Director of Content at Upstrive. "Get stronger results for students, staff, and your school through deeper insights and evidence-based tools." See Video Podcast Version. We discuss:

Linda's educational background
Linda Bonnar
Her initiation into incorporating coaching into the classroom
The evolution of the Upstrive app
Upstrive's targeted demographics: primary, secondary, and higher education
Enabling students to anonymously communicate their emotions to teachers via Upstrive
Utilization of emojis by students to depict their current mood within Upstrive
Enhancement of student and teacher well-being through Upstrive
Provision of resources supporting student well-being, such as lesson plans, activities, and videos
Challenges encountered in utilizing technology to address student and teacher well-being
Linda's vision for the future development of Upstrive

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All You Need is Love - Mike Leite

Duration: 50:19

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RPP #218: Misty Reinhardt of Scribbles Software

rod@rodspulsepodcast.com (Rodney B. Murray, Ph.D.) — Mon, 26 Feb 2024 10:37:00 -0500

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Interview with Misty Reinhardt, Director of Product Management for Scribbles Software. "Streamline Student Records and Enrollment and Engage Students and Families Through One Accessible, Cloud-based System."

Misty Reinhardt

K-12: Manages records, enrollment, and documents. Integrates with existing student information systems (SIS).

Higher Education: The new ScribForward product streamlines electronic document processing with colleges' CRM systems, automating data entry and enhancing security via blockchain.
Benefits:
- Students: Easy transcript requests to multiple colleges.
- High Schools: Reduced paper usage, efficient electronic delivery.
- Colleges: Faster, secure document processing with automated data entry.

Future: Expanding CRM integrations and exploring AI.

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Aurora Borealis Expedition by Asher Fulero

Duration: 29:15

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RPP #217: Jerome Pesenti of Sizzle AI

rod@rodspulsepodcast.com (Rodney B. Murray, Ph.D.) — Tue, 16 Jan 2024 15:53:00 -0500

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This is an audio and YouTube interview with Jerome Pesenti, Founder of Sizzle AI. Jerome discusses his extensive AI background as former VP of IBM Watson and VP of AI for Meta/Facebook. He left Meta after 4 years to start Sizzle. "Sizzle AI is the future of learning - a free AI tutor for everyone." We discuss:

Jerome's background in AI and previous startups
Jerome Pesenti
Sizzle's vision for a more personalized and engaging learning experience
Current audience of Sizzle (high school, middle school, college)
Monetization plans for Sizzle
Importance of embracing AI in education while addressing responsibility and regulation
Optimism about the future of AI and its role in enhancing productivity
Comparison of Sizzle to Khan Academy's AI-powered tutor
Technology behind Sizzle, including the use of ChatGPT and tools for complex calculations
The user interface of Sizzle, including OCR for word problems and step-by-step solutions
Sizzle's aim to provide an enjoyable and engaging learning experience
Feedback on homework and personalized learning plans

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Both Sides Now by Debbie Poryes Trio - Jazz Pianist, Composer, Teacher & Vocalist

Duration: 39:48

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RPP #216 Dan Lenard of World Voices

rod@rodspulsepodcast.com (Rodney B. Murray, Ph.D.) — Sun, 3 Dec 2023 14:11:00 -0500

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Interview with Dan Lenard, President of World Voices, the only non-profit international industry trade organization for voice actors. We discuss:

The importance of finding the right voice to help create engaging elearning courses
Dan Lenard
Voice actors' role in conveying complex information, cultural literacy, and sounding natural
Advocating for faculty to enhance teaching skills with a good audio setup, emphasizing a human touch
The delicate balance of editing to maintain a natural, human-sounding voice
AI voice synthesis, downplaying its threat to professional voice actors
Benefits of professional voiceover in higher education, recommending proper recording techniques
New classroom technology in lecture capture, wireless body mics
Podcasting basics and the importance of proper recording technique

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"Jingle Bells" by Natalie Brown - soulful vocalist/songwriter with a dynamic, multi-octave vocal range

Duration: 40:10

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RPP #215 AI-Powered Slide Deck Tools - MagicSlides vs. SlidesGPT

rod@rodspulsepodcast.com (Rodney B. Murray, Ph.D.) — Wed, 8 Nov 2023 14:43:00 -0500

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In this episode, Rod shares his experience using MagicSlides and SlidesGPT to generate slide decks when he was recruited to teach a new course on podcasting. He notes the pros and cons of AI-generated slides, emphasizing the essential differences between these two generative AI slide tools. In the video version of this podcast, he presents a screencast of how each tool handles the prompt: "What are the pros and cons of AI-generated slides." Rod discusses:

Comparisons between MagicSlides and SlidesGPT
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Features and capabilities, including text input, automatic image selection, content conversion, and customization options
MagicSlides' ability to generate slide decks from YouTube videos, PDFs, and web pages
SlidesGPT's ability to generate speaker notes
Pros and cons of using AI-generated slides, including efficiency, time-saving, customization, limited creativity, potential errors, and bias
Cost comparison of using these tools

Links*

MagicSlides

MagicSlides' Deck on Pros and Cons

SlidesGPT

SlidesGPT's Deck on Pros and Cons

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"Stress" (song and flash animation) by highly caffeinated Jim Infantino of the band Jim's Big Ego.

Duration: 22:29

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RPP #214: Jonas Gyalokay of Airtame

rod@rodspulsepodcast.com (Rodney B. Murray, Ph.D.) — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 10:15:00 -0400

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Interview with Jonas Gyalokay, Co-Founder of Airtame. Airtame is a pioneering force in streamlining wireless screen sharing and powering seamless collaboration. We discuss:

Jonas' entrepreneurial journey addressing screen sharing needs
Jonas Gyalokay
Evolution of wireless screen sharing
Targeting K-12 and higher education sectors
US market entry via successful crowdfunding
Streamlining wireless presentation category
Goal: Simplifying screen use, eliminating source switching
Collaborating with partners for specialized functionalities
Overcoming K-12 school engagement challenges
Mission: Enhancing seamless collaboration on expansive surfaces

Interview Transcript
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Fuzzy Freaky (summertime) by David Byrne from the Visible Man Album

Duration: 42:14

RPP #213: Cameron Stoker of SpeechCloud

rod@rodspulsepodcast.com (Rodney B. Murray, Ph.D.) — Sat, 15 Jul 2023 17:12:00 -0400

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Interview with Cameron Stoker, Founder & CEO of SpeechCloud. "SpeechCloud is an all-in-one customizable teaching tool that ends the classroom tech struggle." We discuss:

Cameron Stoker, CEO
Cameron's background and involvement with SpeechCloud
Overview of what SpeechCloud does for instructors
Features that distinguish SpeechCloud from other products
Importance of behavior in teaching and learning
Technical aspects of SpeechCloud
Compatibility with learning management systems (LMS)
Addressing challenges with traditional teaching methods
Upcoming features and benefits of SpeechCloud for teachers and students
Future development plans and affordability of SpeechCloud
Value of a free plan and the importance of user feedback.

Interview Transcript

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Concerto No. 2 in G Minor (Summer) from the CD entitled "The Four Seasons by Vivaldi" by the American Baroque Orchestra.

Duration 36:50

RPP #212: Darren Catalano of HelioCampus

rod@rodspulsepodcast.com (Rodney B. Murray, Ph.D.) — Wed, 31 May 2023 16:11:00 -0400

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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, CEO

Data 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)
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A Passage Of Life by Kitaro

Duration: 45:58

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

rod@rodspulsepodcast.com (Rodney B. Murray, Ph.D.) — Thu, 20 Apr 2023 11:50:00 -0400

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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 background
Rob Abel
IMS Global transition to 1EdTech
Growth of membership
Standards, certifications, code libraries, reference implementations
Trusted app ecosystem
Digital credentials
Comprehensive Learner Record (CLR)
~900 members
Open Badges (formerly from Mozilla)
Blockchain
Digital micro-credentials
Richer transcripts
Alumni offerings

1EdTech Learning Impact Conference in Anaheim, CA - June 5-8

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Air on G String by J.S. Bach performed by UK’s Brunswick Duo

Duration: 46:16

RPP #210: Bryan Alexander on AI in Education

rod@rodspulsepodcast.com (Rodney B. Murray, Ph.D.) — Thu, 23 Mar 2023 17:20:00 -0400

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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 discuss

Bryan's background and current activities
Bryan Alexander (and Rod)
Overview of AI, especially generative AI: ChatGPT, Midjourney, Dall-E
New jobs: AI "wrangler" and Bot Manager
Personalized AI bot tutors
Eliminate AI cheating: air-gapped PCs, paper/pencil exams
AI as a pedagogical tool: analysing writing and art to improve learning
ChatGPT as an instrument for "playing the web" & role master for game simulation
Can AI explain itself: sources are important in education
Coming: new AI domains: China, Indian, Christian groups
AI ethics and need for fact checking, combating deep fakes
Military anti-AI technology and use of AI for national security
and much more

Links

RPP #183: Academia Next with Bryan Alexander
RPP #164: Future of Education Discussion with Bryan Alexander
RPP #163: Academia Beyond Millennials with Bryan Alexander
RPP #140: Future Trends: Interview with Bryan Alexander
RPP #129: Interview: Bryan Alexander on the Future of Higher Ed

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Utopian Prince - Create your own AI Music at Jukedeck

Duration: 58:33

RPP #209: Edson Barton of YouScience

rod@rodspulsepodcast.com (Rodney B. Murray, Ph.D.) — Wed, 15 Feb 2023 11:47:00 -0500

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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, CEO

Edson's background
Making education meaningful
Improving standards in schools and for corporate certifications
Employers say that colleges are not preparing students for the workforce
Alignment of teaching with a student's career path creates engagement, retention, and improved outcomes
Increased dropout rate during pandemic
General studies is fastest growing major but it doesn't prepare students for the workplace
Liberal Arts education has stripped out career orientation
Students discover their aptitude using "brain games"
They learn the "science" of themselves
Employers discover and recruit students who match their needs

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Loving Hank by Debbie Poryes Trio - Jazz Pianist, Composer, Teacher & Vocalist

Duration: 57:26

RPP #208 Guillermo Elizondo of Territorium

rod@rodspulsepodcast.com (Rodney B. Murray, Ph.D.) — Tue, 17 Jan 2023 11:02:00 -0500

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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 Territorium
Guillermo Elizondo, CEO
Received college credit for building the first App
Define and track competencies currently required by employers
Measure employability, retention, and engagement
Capture learning inside and outside of the classroom
1EdTech(formerly IMS)-certified comprehensive learner record
Portable digital Skills wallet powered by blockchain
Blockchain validated credentials
LMS integration
AI for mapping outcomes to job market requirements
AI career recommendation engine
Coaching institutions to improve curricula
CareerBit mobile app, like FitBit for careers

Podsafe music selection

Vivaldi: Concerto No. 4 in G Minor “Winter” (Allegro movement) from The Four Seasons by the American Baroque Orchestra.

Duration: 36:01

RPP #207 William Ryan on Flipped Learning

rod@rodspulsepodcast.com (Rodney B. Murray, Ph.D.) — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 11:07:00 -0500

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Interview with William J. Ryan, Founder & 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 background
William Ryan, CEO
Evolution of web conferencing tools
Impact of the pandemic on remote teaching and learning
Importance of core instructional design models
Creating time for online social interaction
Assimilate, practice, and time for reflection
Integrating Zoom with the LMS
Simplifying and reducing PPT presentations
Don't use polls; just ask questions or use a chat
Upper limits of online class size, and more

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"As The Wind Blows" by Kitaro

Duration: 41:02

RPP #206 Jeffrey Katzman of Core Learning Exchange

rod@rodspulsepodcast.com (Rodney B. Murray, Ph.D.) — Sat, 22 Oct 2022 18:43:00 -0400

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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 background
Jeffrey Katzman, CEO
History of Core-LX
Mastery-based instructional model using badges
Micro-learning playlists using video, simulations, readings, assessments
Career and technical education (CTE)
Over 300 courses for grade 6 through community college
Industry recognized certifications
Impact of Covid on lack of skilled workers and qualified teachers
Life-long learning and building portfolio of skills
Awarded National Catalyzed Challenge Grant
Motto: "Natively Digital for Digital Natives"
Using AI to extract assessment items from text
Core-LX LMS ties into school Student Information System
Hot topics: AI, robotics, logistics

AI Tools

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Vivaldi: Concerto No. 3 in F Major “Autumn” (Allegro movement) by the American Baroque Orchestra.

Duration: 35:30

RPP #205 Kimberley Timpf - AlcoholEDU by Vector Solutions

rod@rodspulsepodcast.com (Rodney B. Murray, Ph.D.) — Wed, 14 Sep 2022 16:30:00 -0400

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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 background
Kimberley Timpf
History of Vector Solutions and AlcoholEdu
Drinking and drug use on campus
Impact of Covid
Emotional and physical effects of alcohol, cannabis,
and e-cigarette use
Video-based scenarios to coach students on bystander
intervention techniques
Support and reinforce the decisions of students who
choose not to drink in college
Randomized controlled trials prove the efficacy of
AlcoholEDU

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"Somebody to Love" by Grace Slick and the Jefferson Airplane at the Monterey Jazz Festival in 1967

Duration: 41:05

RPP #204 Phill Miller of Open LMS

rod@rodspulsepodcast.com (Rodney B. Murray, Ph.D.) — Wed, 20 Jul 2022 10:55:00 -0400

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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 background
Phill Miller
History of Open LMS
Usage boost during Covid
Open LMS acquisitions
Lower cost of ownership
SaaS approach
Partnerships: Safe Assign, Ally, Intelliboard, Class Technologies
Class acquisition of Bb Collaborate
New 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 Partnership
Learning Technologies Group (LTG) Open LMS parent
Accredible digital credential and badge platform

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"Summertime" by Brother Love

Duration: 41:11

RPP #203: Kyle Shea of AllCampus

rod@rodspulsepodcast.com (Rodney B. Murray, Ph.D.) — Thu, 9 Jun 2022 10:59:00 -0400

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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 background
Kyle Shea, EVP
History of AllCampus
Online Program Management options:

Program viability, instructional design, curriculum enhancement, marketing, enrollment support, student support and retention

Undergrad/Grad, Credit/non-credit, degrees/certificates, micro-credentials
Impact of Covid-19: new clients and expansion of existing programs
Faculty leaving teaching to learn new skills
Skills in demand by corporations
Synchronous/asynchronous trends for online
Engaging and preparing client faculty
Student support coaches
AllCampus unique services

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"California Dreamin" by The Mamas and The Papas

Duration: 33:53

RPP #202: Michelle Weise of National University

rod@rodspulsepodcast.com (Rodney B. Murray, Ph.D.) — Wed, 20 Apr 2022 14:25:00 -0400

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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 background
Dr. Michelle Weise
History of National University
Innovator's dilemma
Unique 4-week terms
Partnership with Amazon
Military and working adult population
Right-sized learning experiences
One-to-one, hybrid, and fully online modalities
Problem-based learning
Badges, micro-credentials, and certificates
Next-generation degree
Skills Compass
AI-powered career navigation tools
Jobs of tomorrow

Links

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Vivaldi: Concerto No. 1 in D Major (Spring, 1st Movement) from The Four Seasons by the American Baroque Orchestra

Duration: 41:54

RPP #201 Don Kassner of MonitorEDU

rod@rodspulsepodcast.com (Rodney B. Murray, Ph.D.) — Sun, 20 Mar 2022 15:18:00 -0400

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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 MonitorEDU
Don Kassner
Proctoring changes brought about by Covid
Efficiency of live proctoring over AI-generated flags
Chat translation and foreign language proctors
Ramping up for peak exam times
Student identity verification
Monitoring proctor performance
Security related to exam software
Partnerships with testing platforms
Invigil record and review system
Proctoring oral exams
Automated proctoring

Links

RPP #137: ProctorU - Interview with Don Kassner

Podsafe Music

Gymnopédie No.1 by Erik Satie

Duration: 47:25

RPP #200 Podcasting and eLearning Milestones

rod@rodspulsepodcast.com (Rodney B. Murray, Ph.D.) — Thu, 24 Feb 2022 14:51:00 -0500

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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 milestones
Podcasting 101 excerpt
Steve Jobs introduces podcasting and "Pod Father" Adam Curry
Rod's Pulse Podcast was a podcast on podcasting
eLearning milestones and trends
Impact of the Pandemic on elearning
Shoutout to education futurists
Clever new edtech startups
Promise for the future

Podcasts on the Future of Higher Education

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On a Podcast by Cruisebox

Duration: 25:17

RPP #199: Narine Hall of InSpace

rod@rodspulsepodcast.com (Rodney B. Murray, Ph.D.) — Fri, 14 Jan 2022 14:49:00 -0500

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Interview with Narine Hall, Founder & 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 background
Narine Hall, CEO
History of InSpace
Replaces Zoom for classrooms
Proximity-based audio using machine learning
Improved student participation
Faces in "video circles" to reduce background distraction
Chat feature inside or outside of the classroom
InSpace mobile app
Synchronous and Asynchronous use
Analytics measures quality of conversations, not quantity
Feature set: Discussions, Rooms, Broadcast, Screen Share
Engagement: Gesture, Tether, Invite
LMS Integration

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Laura Sullivan plays "Pachelbel For The Potomac" from "Pianoscapes For The Trails Of North America"

Duration: 43:24

RPP #198: Adam Geller of Edthena

rod@rodspulsepodcast.com (Rodney B. Murray, Ph.D.) — Mon, 6 Dec 2021 16:26:00 -0500

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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 background
Adam Geller, CEO
History and founding of Edthena
K-12 Teacher training programs
Teacher candidates recording themselves
Use in teaching methods and field experience
Toolset to support evidence based approach on how to teach
Eportfolio for sharing and assessment
Time-stamped comments: question, suggestion, strength or note
Professional standards video tagging
Performance dashboards at group and organization level
Used in HigherEd Centers for Teaching Excellence
Used to help recruit and retain HigherEd adjunct instructors
Used in classroom or online (Zoom, etc.)
Tool to blur video to mask student names or faces
Supports school district privacy and security requirements

Links

Evidence of Practice: Playbook for Video-Powered Professional Learning

Podsafe music selection

"If Every Day Were Christmas" by Podsafe for Peace.

Duration: 42:04

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

rod@rodspulsepodcast.com (Rodney B. Murray, Ph.D.) — Fri, 12 Nov 2021 18:49:00 -0500

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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:

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Amanda and Maria's background
Overview of Coursetune, an elegant visual course planning tool
Academic Partnerships' role
Growth of online programs
Need for change in curriculum design
Release of Courseplan ("Coursetune light")
AP Off Campus toolkit to move instruction from classroom to online
Critical outcomes alignment and support
Faculty training
Role of instructional designers
Challenge of short term vs. long term thinking
Integration with the LMS
New features on the way: "variation layers"

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Wonderful Day by Debbie Poryes Trio - Jazz Pianist, Composer, Teacher & Vocalist

Duration: 51:59