House of #EdTech

2020 Smackdown - HoET170

20 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Listeners share the #edtech they loved in 2020. Co-hosted by Derek Larson. ** SUPPORT THE SHOW ** Become an Awesome Supporter! Buy Me A Coffee! ...

Collaborating With Your School Librarian - HoET169

06 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Katie McNamara shares insight into her many roles as a passionate school librarian. ** SUPPORT THE SHOW ** Become an Awesome Supporter! Buy Me A C...

BONUS: #ISTE 2020 Daily Recap Show - Dec. 5

06 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

ISTE 2020 is here and the conference runs from 11/30-12/5/2020. Each day of the conference I am live streaming at 10 PM EST via https://chrisnesi.com/...

BONUS: #ISTE 2020 Daily Recap Show - Dec. 4

05 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

ISTE 2020 is here and the conference runs from 11/30-12/5/2020. Each day of the conference I am live streaming at 10 PM EST via https://chrisnesi.com/...

BONUS: #ISTE 2020 Daily Recap Show - Dec. 3

04 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

ISTE 2020 is here and the conference runs from 11/30-12/5/2020. Each day of the conference I am live streaming at 10 PM EST via https://chrisnesi.com/...

BONUS: #ISTE 2020 Daily Recap Show - Dec. 2

03 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

ISTE 2020 is here and the conference runs from 11/30-12/5/2020. Each day of the conference I am live streaming at 10 PM EST via https://chrisnesi.com/...

BONUS: #ISTE 2020 Daily Recap Show - Dec. 1

02 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

ISTE 2020 is here and the conference runs from 11/30-12/5/2020. Each day of the conference I am live streaming at 10 PM EST via https://chrisnesi.com/...

BONUS: #ISTE 2020 Daily Recap Show - Nov. 30

01 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

ISTE 2020 is here and the conference runs from 11/30-12/5/2020. Each day of the conference I am live streaming at 10 PM EST via https://chrisnesi.com/...

BONUS: #ISTE 2020 Daily Recap Show - Nov. 29

30 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

ISTE 2020 is here and the conference runs from 11/30-12/5/2020. Each day of the conference I am live streaming at 10 PM EST via https://chrisnesi.com/...

Strategies for Engaging Students in Virtual Learning - HoET168

24 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Feedback, Shoutouts, and Links Dan Gallagher shared some of his experience with Digital Citizenship. Derek Larson talked about DigCit in episode 16...

Why is Digital Citizenship Important? - HoET167

01 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Derek Larson explains and discusses the value of digital citizenship.   ** SUPPORT THE SHOW ** Become an Awesome Supporter! Buy Me A Coffee! *...

Remote Learning and Virtual Conferences - HoET166

18 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Jared Covili has been an educational technology trainer at Utah Education Network in Salt Lake City, Utah for over a decade. He specializes in teachin...

Gratitude is the Path to Happiness - HoET165

04 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Derek Larson fills in and asks, "What if we wrote a gratitude letter to one of our colleagues?" ** SUPPORT THE SHOW ** Become an Awesome Supporter! ...

Be Excellent with #EdTech - HoET164

20 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Derek Larson fills in for the first of six episodes and talks about being excellent to each other with #edtech. ** SUPPORT THE SHOW ** Become an Awe...

#EdTech to Support Project-Based Learning - HoET163

06 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

** EPISODE SPONSOR ** Wipebook - Get 30% Off with promo code houseofedtech ** SUPPORT THE SHOW ** Become an Awesome Supporter! Buy Me A Cup of ...

8 Tips for Teaching Online - HoET162

23 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

** EPISODE SPONSOR ** Wipebook - Get 30% Off with promo code houseofedtech ** SUPPORT THE SHOW **   Become an Awesome Supporter! Buy Me A Coffee...

BONUS: What's New With Google? (Fall 2020)

12 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Bonus episode summarizing new Google for Education features (Fall 2020). ** SUPPORT THE SHOW ** Become an Awesome Supporter! Buy Me A Coffee! ** S...

#EdTech Tips for Teaching in Fall 2020 (or Anytime) - HoET161

09 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

** EPISODE SPONSOR ** Wipebook - Get 30% Off with promo code houseofedtech ** SUPPORT THE SHOW ** Become an Awesome Supporter! Buy Me A Coffee ** ...

Office Hours: Podcast Q and A - HoET160

26 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

** SUPPORT THE SHOW ** Visit https://chrisnesi.com/awesome Buy Me A Coffee ** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES ** https://chrisnesi.com/160 ** SEGMENTS *...

#EdTech for Fall 2020 - HoET159

12 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Google Meet and Flipgrid Updates for Fall 2020. ** SUPPORT THE SHOW **   Visit https://chrisnesi.com/awesome Buy Me A Coffee ** COMPLETE SHOW NOT...

You Need To Slow Down! - HoET158

21 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

2019-2020 is OVER! Now SLOW DOWN! ** SUPPORT THE SHOW ** Visit https://chrisnesi.com/awesome ** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES ** https://chrisnesi.com/1...

What's Your #EdTech Super Power? - HoET157

31 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You are an #edtech superhero! ** SUPPORT THE SHOW ** Visit https://chrisnesi.com/awesome ** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES ** https://chrisnesi.com/157 ...

How To Live Stream ANY School Event - HoET156

03 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I live-streamed this episode to show how easy it is to live stream! ** SUPPORT THE SHOW** Visit https://chrisnesi.com/awesome ** COMPLETE SHOW ...

Year One #EdTech Must Haves - HoET155

19 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

An AMA led by Chandler Ragsdale. ** SUPPORT THE SHOW ** Visit https://chrisnesi.com/awesome ** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES ** https://chrisnesi.com/...

2020 House of #EdTech Final Four - HoET154

05 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Flipgrid, Book Creator, EdPuzzle, & YouTube Live are the last four standing after you voted throughout the month of March 2020. ** SUPPORT THE SHOW **...

How To Teach Virtually - HoET153

23 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Remote, Distance, Virtual, You Pick! ** SUPPORT THE SHOW ** Visit https://chrisnesi.com/awesome ** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES ** https://chrisnesi.co...

The Road to the #EdTech Final Four - HoET152

08 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The road to the 2020 #EdTech Final Four begins here! ** SUPPORT THE SHOW ** Visit https://chrisnesi.com/awesome   ** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES ** ...

7 Educational Apps for Learning and Teaching - HoET151

23 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to mobile apps, there's a diverse range of software that falls under the umbrella of education. ** SUPPORT THE SHOW ** Visit https:/...

How Can #EdTech Boost Creativity? - HoET150

09 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Creativity is lacking in many classrooms. Let's change that! ** SUPPORT THE SHOW ** Become an Awesome Supporter today!   ** COMPLETE SHOW NOTE...

TikTok in Education for Educators - HoET149

26 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

TikTok is a social media platform you need to seriously give consideration to! ** SUPPORT THE SHOW ** Become Awesome Today! ** COMPLETE SHOW NO...

#EdTech to Try in 2020 - HoET148

12 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

2020 hasn't been written. Here are some things you should be aware of and even try here in 2020! ** SUPPORT THE SHOW ** My Awesome Supporters! Beco...

2019 Smackdown - HoET147

29 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

27 edtech recommendations to end 2019. So many listener submissions! ** SUPPORT ** My Awesome Supporters! Become a Patron today! - Will you be the...

Tech Tools for Note Taking - HoET146

15 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

** SUPPORT ** My Awesome Supporters! Become a Patron today! - Will you be the next Awesome Supporter?   ** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES ** https://ch...

Thank You! Thanksgiving 2019

28 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Thanksgiving message. ** SUPPORT ** My Awesome Supporters! Become a Patron today! - Will you be the next Awesome Supporter? ** SHARE FEEDBACK...

Tech Tools to Help Improve Reading Comprehension - HoET145

24 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Students struggling to understand and remember what they've read — whether or not they have learning disabilities — can use these great tools to h...

Forget #FutureReady. Let's Get NOW Ready! - HoET144

10 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Yes, I said it. It's time to forget Future Ready. ** SUPPORT ** My Awesome Supporters! Become a Patron today! - Will you be the next Awesome Suppo...

Digital Escape Rooms with Mandi Tolen - HoET143

27 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What does a teacher need to consider if they want to use digital escape rooms with their students? ** SUPPORT ** My Awesome Supporters! Become a Pa...

Start A School Podcast - HoET142

14 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Start your school's podcast. The episode is inspired by a listener email from Louis Grondin (Montreal, CN). ** SUPPORT ** My Awesome Supporters! Be...

Engage Your Audience with Catchbox - HoET141

29 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Catchbox is the World's First Soft Throwable Microphone. In this episode, I provide my honest review after having access to their Pro unit for a month...

Digital Portfolios in the Classroom - HoET140

15 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

I'm using digital portfolios for the first time in my classroom! ** SUPPORT ** My Awesome Supporters! Become a Patron today! - Will you be the nex...

Are You Obsessed with #EdTech? - HoET139

01 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Getting obsessed with new gadgets and tech is too easy, and our world of education is not immune. ** SUPPORT ** My Awesome Supporters! Become a Pa...

Balancing #EdTech in a Library with Kate Nesi - HoET138

18 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

My wife, Kate Nesi, joins the 5-Timer club and she's back to talk about how she balances #edtech in her HS library and doesn't give in to fads and tre...

My Second Grader Has A Podcast - HoET137

07 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

My 2nd-grade son, Miles, started his own podcast! He has launched The Vacuum Podcast with Miles! ** SUPPORT ** My Awesome Supporters! Become a Patr...

Best of ISTE 2019 - HoET136

22 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

ISTE 2019 was my 2nd and most fun! Listen in for reasons why! ** SUPPORT ** My Awesome Supporters! Become a Patron today! - Will you be the next ...

REPLAY - How To Get More Women In S.T.E.M. - HoET074

07 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Summer Vacation is here and I'm enjoying some time with family. Listen for a brand new episode on July 21, 2019. For now, let's revisit a great conver...

Summer Reading Recommendations for Progressive Teachers - HoET135

16 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Grab a great book to take your teaching to the next level this Summer (or anytime)! ** SUPPORT ** My Awesome Supporters! Become a Patron today! - ...

Becoming a Google Certified Innovator with Stephanie Howell - HoET134

02 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Stephanie Howell is a long-time listener of the podcast and she recently had the opportunity of a lifetime to travel to Australia for another installm...

Summer is a Great Time to Podcast - HoET133

19 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Starting a Podcast doesn't have to break the bank and Summer is a great time to start! ** SUPPORT ** My Awesome Supporters! Become a Patron today! ...

Do Not Fear #EdTech - HoET132

06 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Be not afraid! Education technology is not something to be feared. ** SUPPORT ** My Awesome Supporters! Become a Patron today! - Will you be the l...

Reflecting on #EdTech in My Classroom - HoET131

21 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

I share insight on a recent lesson and activity I designed using multiple apps for creative purposes! ** SUPPORT ** My Awesome Supporters! Become a...

2019 House of #EdTech Final Four - HoET130

31 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The OG #edtech tool tournament is back! It's Year SIX! Enjoy... ** SUPPORT ** My Awesome Supporters! Become a Patron today! - Will you be the luck...

Flipgrid for Assessment - HoET129

03 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Listener, Kate Defuniak, asked about Flipgrid as an assessment tool. ** SUPPORT ** My Awesome Supporters! Become a Patron today! - Will you be the...

Adobe Creative Cloud Alternatives for Education - HoET128

17 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Free alternatives to the expensive Adobe Creative Cloud for Teachers and Students. ** SUPPORT ** My Awesome Supporters! Become a Patron today!  ...

Bringing Podcasts Into My Classroom with DonorsChoose.org - HoET127

03 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

I share my Donors Choose Story for Podcasting in Class! ** SUPPORT ** My Awesome Supporters! Become a Patron today! - Will you be the lucky 20th A...

15 Must-Have Chrome Extensions for Educators 2019 - HoET126

20 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Chrome Extensions. They can make things easier, more accessible, more visible, & more convenient. There are dozens of potential benefits to you in you...

10 Ways #EdTech Coaches Can Make An Impact - HoET125

06 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Are you an edtech coach that's wondered if you're reaching enough teachers and students? Communicating enough with admin? Sometimes these questions ar...

2018 @HouseofEdTech Smackdown - HoET124

16 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It's the most wonderful time for a Smackdown! House of #EdTech 124 marks the completion of five years of the podcast and brings you the 5th installme...

10 Easy Ways to Use Tech in Your Classroom - HoET123

02 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Many teaching methods and resources that use technology effectively engage students and build their skills, but many of us hit roadblocks when actuall...

Pre-Service Teachers Need MORE #EdTech and #EDUMagic - HoET122

25 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Sam Fecich is the author of #EDUMagic and a professor at Grove City College (PA), works with pre-service teachers in the area educational technolo...

Mr. Nesi Goes to Harvard - HoET121

04 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I recently went to Harvard to moderate a panel on podcasts in K12 education. Support for this episode comes from: My Awesome Supporters! Become a P...

The Power of Podcasts in Education - HoET120

21 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Podcasts in education can be powerful but how do we get there? In this episode, I share my International Podcast Day presentation. Support for this ep...

How To Make Great Instructional Videos - HoET119

07 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Video allows us as teachers to connect with students in a different way. Support for this episode comes from: My Awesome Supporters! Become a Patro...

Syncing Physical and Digital Learning Spaces - HoET118

16 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Robert Dillon has a passion to change the educational landscape by building excellent engaging schools for all students. Support for this episode ...

A First-Grade Perspective of #EdTech - HoET117

02 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

My son, Miles, who is entering 1st-grade talks education and technology. Support for this episode comes from:   My Awesome Supporters! Become a Pa...

Inspire Critical Thinking with #EdTech - HoET116

19 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When you implement technology in your classroom your goal should be to push students to go beyond fact memorization and embrace a conceptual understan...

Jump Start Your Creativity - HoET115

05 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Creativity. We can't be 'on it' all the time – Here are 10 ways to get your juices flowing! Support for this episode comes from:   My Awesome Su...

Never Stop. Keep Going. - HoET114

22 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Do you struggle with impostor syndrome? I do. Support for this episode comes from:   Urban Armor Gear - Get details in the episode about how you ca...

The Great Social Media Debate with Kate Nesi - HoET113

01 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Social media is often debated by Katelyn and I and we've finally recorded one of these conversations! Support for this episode comes from: My Aweso...

#NotAtISTE18 Keynote - HoET112

18 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It's ISTE 2018 time. Here's my #NotAtISTE18 Keynote. This episode was born out of an idea I had in December 2017 and I proudly present my first keynot...

How To Grow Your #EdTech Skills During Summer - HoET111

03 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Summer is a great time to get ahead on your edtech professional development! Support for this episode comes from: My Awesome Supporters! Become a P...

A Google Power Hour with Matt Miller and Kasey Bell - HoET110

20 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We're crossing over with the Google Teacher Tribe Podcast! Support for this episode comes from: My Awesome Supporters! Become a Patron today! Kasey B...

Across the Hall with Cade Somers and Michelle Shelton - HoET109

06 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Cade Somers and Michelle Shelton host Across the Hall which is a podcast created mainly for English teachers who want to know how to use various tech ...

Block Schedules, #EdTech, John Nesi - HoET108

22 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

My Dad, John Nesi, first appeared on episode 100 of the podcast and so many of you reached out with your compliments about our conversation so I decid...

2018 #HOETFINAL4 - HoET107

08 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

March Madness is over! Here are the #HOETFINAL4 tools that made the cut based on your votes! Support for this episode comes from:   My Awesome Suppo...

UCET Recap - Hosting a Conference - HoET106

26 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I attended #UCET18 and Derek Larson and Lynn Smargis talk about conferences. Support for this episode comes from:   My Awesome Supporters! Become a ...

#TryPod 2018 - HoET105

11 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

March is all about #TryPod! Let's talk about the podcasts we LOVE! Support for this episode comes from: My Awesome Supporters! Become a Patron today!...

Protecting Your Content and Creations with Richard Byrne - HoET104

26 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Richard Byrne best known for the website and blog, FreeTech4Teachers.com talks about how to protect your online content. Support for this episode come...

Instagram for Educators with Lindsy Stumpenhorst - HoET103

11 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsy Stumpenhorst leverages Instagram as an elementary school principal. You should too! I need to give a HUGE thank you to AJ Bianco for filling in...

Math, #EdTech, and Fashion with Joe Dziuba - HoET102

28 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Joseph Dziuba is a passionate 4th-year educator certified in mathematics (K-12) who works diligently to meet the needs of each individual that crosses...

#OneWord 2018 - HoET101

14 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Let's talk #OneWord 2018 and more! Support for this episode comes from: My Awesome Supporters! Become a Patron today! Complete show notes http://ch...

My Inspiration John Nesi - HoET100

17 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

John Nesi is the greatest influencer for me as a man and educator. Support for this episode comes from:   My Awesome Supporters! Become a Patron tod...

2017 @HouseofEdTech Smackdown - HoET099

03 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

This year's smackdown features over 42 of your favorite tech tools, tips, apps, websites for both professional and personal use.   Support for this e...

How to Create a Podcast - HoET098

26 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

How-to Podcast mini-series! Let's dive into the HOW! This episode is part 3 of 3 and accompanies episodes 96 and 97. Support for this episode comes f...

You Want to Podcast, Now What? - HoET097

05 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Let's continue the mini-series on How to Podcast (Part 2 of 3) and add on to episode 96 as we talk about what to podcast about and the equipment to cr...

Why YOU Should Podcast - HoET096

15 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

At long last, I am finally talking about How to Podcast! This is part one of a three-part series where provide my insight on how to start podcasting...

#EdTech and Formative Assessment with Monica Burns - HoET095

01 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Monica Burns, from ClassTechTips.com, provides insight on utilizing education technology when designing formative assessment. Support for this ep...

#EdTech and Kindergarten ESL with Katie Gardner - HoET094

17 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Katie Gardner is integrating technology into her Kindergarten ESL classroom in North Carolina. Support for this episode comes from:   My Awesome Su...

Embracing the Freak Out with Krista Penrod - HoET093

04 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Krista Penrod is all about "embracing the freak out" and I share my Alabama adventure! Support for this episode comes from:   My Awesome Supporters! ...

Lifelong Learning with Kate Nesi - HoET092

20 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Kate Nesi, my wife, has started her own podcast, the Lifelong Learning Podcast, and she shares her views on continued growth. Support for this episode...

Harnessing #EdTech When You're Absent with Nate Nagele - HoET91

06 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Nate Nagele shares insight into how you can utilize technology with your students when you're absent.   Support for this episode of House of #EdTech ...

ISTE 2017 Recap and Review with Derek Larson and Jen Giffen - HoET090

23 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Derek Larson and Jen Giffen share their experiences at ISTE 2017 in San Antonio. Support for this episode of House of #EdTech comes from:   My Awesom...

Assistive Technology with Mike Marotta and Brian Friedlander - HoET089

02 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Brian Friedlander and Mike Marotta, two of New Jersey's finest education minds, lead us in a conversation centered around assistive technology.   Sup...

"We Have To Stop..." From Tony Sinanis - HoET088

18 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

"We need to stop..." from a post by Tony Sinanis Support for this episode of House of #EdTech comes from:   My Awesome Supporters! Become a Patron to...

The Great and Powerful WeVideo with Bruce Reicher - HoET087

04 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Bruce Reicher, is a television production teacher from Northern New Jersey sharing his love of WeVideo. Follow Bruce Reicher on Twitter! Support for t...

Limited Tech? No Problem! - HoET086

21 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Not every classroom or school is fortunate enough to be 1:1, or even have enough computer labs or mobile carts to go around. Support for this episode ...

I Want To Be An Innovative Teaching and Learning Specialist - HoET085

07 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

 ENJOY THE PODCAST? SUPPORT MY SUPPORTERS! Support for this episode came from: My Awesome Supporters! Become awesome today! Feedback, Shoutouts,...

#IgniteStem2017 Live Podcasting and Reflection - HoET084

16 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

  DO YOU ENJOY THE PODCAST? SUPPORT THE SHOW! Support for this episode came from: Domain.com My Awesome Supporters! Become one today! Feedbac...

How to Write a Winning #EdTech Grant - HoET083

02 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Lynn Smargis is BACK! In this episode, we talk about and share great tips for writing and winning your next edtech grant!   Support for this episode ...

2017 House of #EdTech Final Four - HoET082

19 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

I present to you the House of #EdTech Final Four! My annual episode that blends education and basketball!   Support for this episode of House of #EdT...

Too Cool For Middle School with YouTuber Megan Forbes - HoET081

05 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Megan Forbes has a YouTube channel dedicated to encouraging and supporting teachers. Support for this episode of House of #EdTech comes from:   Summe...