Rod's Pulse Podcast

Interview with Victor Yocco (@victoryocco), design researcher and authorWe answer the questions:What are your background and interests?What is andragogy?What are some of the key principles of learning design?How can psychology inform design?Can you tell us about your new book? LinksDesign for the Mind For a 39% discount on the book, use the Promo Code: smayoccoPhillyChiPADLAPodsafe music selectionVivaldi: Concerto No. 4 in G Minor “Winter” (Allegro movement) from The Four Seasons by the American Baroque Orchestra. Duration: 25:54

Interview with Paul Freedman, CEO of ApprenNet, Inc. We discuss the ApprenNet learning platform Turning passive videos into active learningCombining low-cost, distributed eLearning with the power of simulationPractice > Feedback > MentoringBuilding skills using videoMerger with HandsFree LearningCompetency-based educationUse with MOOCsLinksCase Study: Learning Hands-on Skills Using the ApprenNet Video PlatformRemembering former CEO, Rachel JacobsRPP #106: ApprenNet: Interview with Karl Okamoto & Emily Foote on LawMeet MOOCPodsafe music selection from MagnatuneVivaldi: Concerto No. 3 in F Major “Autumn” (Allegro movement) by the American Baroque Orchestra. Duration: 27:19

The 2015 Higher Education Horizon Report presentation by Alex Freeman of the New Media ConsortiumAlex FreemanKeynote presentation at the 2015 Pennsylvania / Delaware / New Jersey Distance Learning Association's (PADLA) Annual Conference & ExpoHear about the future of Higher Education:6 Key Trends6 Significant Challenges6 Important Tech DevelopmentsLinksPresentation Slides w/AudioPADLA.orgNMC.orgNMC Horizon Report Video IntroHorizon Report PDFRPP #123: 2014 Horizon ReportPodsafe Music Selection  "As The Wind Blows" by KitaroClick Image for Larger ViewDuration: 31:49

Interview with Michelle R. Weise, the Executive Director of Sandbox ColLABorative, the R&D arm of strategy and innovation at Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU), formerly Senior Research Fellow for Higher Education at the Clayton Christensen Institute for Disruptive Innovation.Michelle R. Weise, PhDWe discuss:Disruptive innovation with regard to education Moving from institution/faculty-centered to student-centered educationOnline competency-based education aligned with workforce needsPerformance-based assessmentsBusiness model moving way from Carnegie (seat time) UnitGrade inflation and credit transfer problemSNHU's success with online and other schools that are spinning off online unitsLMS vs CRM solutionsWhat traditional universities and incumbent LMS vendors should do in the face of disruptive innovationRod's Podcasts on Disruptive Technology in EducationRPP #19 Disruptive Technology in EducationRPP #20 Disruptive Technology in Education IIDisruptive Technologies in Education (Youtube)Reading ListHire Education: Mastery, Modularization, and the Workforce Revolution by Michelle R. Weise The Innovator's Dilemma: When New Technologies Cause Great Firms to Fail by Clayton M. ChristensenThe Undoing of Disruption by Evan GoldsteinThe University As Ed Tech Startup: UMUC, Global Campus, Texas, and SNHU Roll Their Own by Phil HillPodsafe music selection from Music AlleyToo Long by Yael Naim, acclaimed singer/songwriter from Israel. She gained fame when her song New Soul played during Apple's Macbook Air ad campaignDuration: 39:33

Rod discusses his experience at Bb World 2015, especially what he learned about the new SaaS offerings and Ultra Experience. Listen to the audio podcast as usual or listen and watch accompanying slides via Youtube. Thanks go to Jim Chalex, Sr. Director of Product Management, and Greg Ritter, Product Management Director at Blackboard Inc, for their BbWorld presentations on this topic. I hope I got it right! View Rod's #bbworld15 TweetsSaaS vs Ultra Bb Learn 9.1 & Ultra RoadmapsBb Collaborate Ultra RoadmapBb Mobile Ultra RoadmapNew Persona-based AppsBenefits of SaaSSaaS: Standard, Plus & AdvantageTransition and Migration OptionsUltra Tabs and ModulesBlackboard up for sale!Linkstry.blackboard.comwww.bbworldlive.comPodsafe music selection from Music AlleyDon't Be Long: The Beatles v Elken, a mashup of George Harrison's Blue Jay Way by Elken, a 60's influenced band from Dublin, Ireland. Duration: 21:58

Rod discusses why he thinks everyone should learn to code. I think everybody in this country should learn how to program a computer because it teaches you how to think. - Steve JobsLearning to write programs stretches your mind, and helps you think better, creates a way of thinking about things that I think is helpful in all domains. - Bill GatesDon’t just play on your phone - program it. - President ObamaWe answer the questions:Rod with his TRS-80 circa 1977Why am I interested in coding?Why do I think that everyone should learn how to code?What's the best approach to start learning how to code?Learn the BasicsHow to Design Programs, 2nd Edition - Good programming requires thought, but everyone can do it and everyone can experience the extreme satisfaction that comes with it. Google CE First - K-8 Computer Science Club program from Google.Google Computer Science for High School - Google grant program to teach K-12 science teachers how to program and bring it to their students.Reading, Writing, Arithmetic, and Lately, CodingShould All Majors, Not Just Computer Science Majors, Learn to Code?Why You Should Learn To Code (And How To Actually Do It!) 9 coding schools higher ed should keep an eye on10 Places where anyone can learn to codeLearn CodingBento - A guided tour through curated, free coding tutorials on the web.Code.org - Offers a number of excellent free beginner’s tutorials for learning how to code.Code Academy - Learn to code in HTML/CSS, Javascript, PHP, Python and Ruby on Rails for free.Code School - Learn By Doing. No setup. No hassle. Just learning.Girls Who Code - To inspire, educate, and equip girls with computing skills.Khan Academy - Program drawings, animations, games and web pages.SkillCrush - Become a Ruby-on-Rails developer.Thinkful - With 1-on-1 mentorship from industry experts.Udemy - Your place to learn real world skills online.w3Schools - Teach yourself for free.Build Mobile AppsAppceleratorBuzzTouchMIT App InventorXamarin Linkswww.PharmPCS.com - The author's pharmacology calculation software. Podsafe Music Selection There's nothing impossible by Deus, a techno-classical musician from the Ivory Coast.Duration: 20:58

Interview with Bryan Alexander, educator, futurist, speaker, writer, and senior researcher for the New Media Consortium (NMC). We discuss the future of higher education.Education ContextsChanges in international education, demographics, enrollment decline, education for seniorsTechnology3d printing, Internet of Things, social media, augmented reality, cloud computing, digital video, alternative means of education, makerspacesEducation IssuesToo much testingCarnegie Unit vs competency based advancementePortfoliosthe LMS dark webadjunctification of higher edonline educationCreative Commonsopen educationLinksBryan Alexander Consulting, LLC@BryanAlexanderMakerspacesAlexandra Pickett Podsafe music selectionA Passage Of Life by KitaroDuration: 47:09

Interviews at the 12th Annual Pennsylvania/Delaware/New Jersey (PADLA) Distance Learning Association Conference & ExpoLouis Stricoff, MEd, CTS (starts at 3:36 min)Executive Director, PADLADirector of New Business Development, IMS Technology ServicesConference IntroductionSteven Hart, CPBA (4:48)PADLA PresidentAssistant Vice President, Federal Reserve Bank of PhiladelphiaReflections on Conference Will Thalheimer of Work Learning Research, Inc. (6:54)Keynote SpeakerReflections on Research-Inspired Learning Maximization (PDF) Jeff Rothenberger (13:45)Program Adminstrator, Office of Professional Development and Currriculum, Berks County Intermediate UnitDiscussion about NearpodScott Beadenkopf (17:41)Director, Academic Technology, Neumann UniversityReflections on asynchronous vs synchronous teachingPodsafe Music Selection Comcast Connection Blues by Miller & Pirillo from Music AlleyDuration: 27:28

Interview with Blackboard CEO, Jay Bhatt - Part 2. We talk about the NEW Blackboard user experience and more:The new User Experience New User Interface (UI) "Ultra"Fully responsive - dynamically adjustsNew Collaborate - no more JavaMassive data integration between Bb and other componentsNew delivery choicePublic cloud implementationMulti-tenant public cloudUses 1st instance of the new Ultra UIProduct bundlingChanges to Mobile LearnBlackboard Labs Polls AppMobile Grading AppJob Genie App "Tip/Txt" Anti-Bullying free to all K-12 schoolsBb fundamental cultural change #PayMyTuition ChallengeLinksBlackboard World 2014 (Youtube Videos)Sneak Peak of Blackboard UltraPodsafe music selection from Music AlleyAngels We Have Heard On High by Bill MeyersDuration: 31:59

Interview of Rod Murray by Jenny Brewster, founder of the Podcast Academy and Host of Secrets of their Success Radio ShowWe discuss the history and technology of podcasting and Rod's Pulse Podcast, including Rod's take on his favorite apps and elearning tools.LinksPodcast AcademySecrets of their Success Radio Show (iTunes)Adam Curry (the "Pod Father")RSS 2.0PodcatchersThe Pulse on Inside Higher EdApprenNetTouchCastBlackboardDuration: 17:17

Rod discusses the eLearning Tech of flipping the classroom. Participate in the live online polls.The 2014 Horizon ReportSee RPP #123 for Trends in Pedagogy (Part 1)PollsWhich kind of device are you using NOW for this poll?Have you ever heard of the Horizon Report?How many years did it take for Color TV to reach 10 Million households?How many years did it take for the VCR to reach 10 Million households?How many years did it take for the CD Player to reach 10 Million households?How many years did it take for the iPad to reach 10 Million households?Have you used iPads in Class?LinksAirSketch - www.qrayon.com/airsketchApple TV - www.apple.com/appletvApprenNet - www.apprennet.comDropBox - www.dropbox.comHorizon Report - www.nmc.org/publications/2014-horizon-report-higher-edLearning Catalytics - learningcatalytics.comPanopto - www.panopto.comReflector - www.reflectorapp.comShowMe - www.showme.comTouchCast - www.touchcast.comTurningPoint - www.turningtechnologies.comPodsafe Music Selection from Music Alley"Summertime" by Brother Love - one of the most popular tracks on Music AlleyDuration: 20:13 (audio) 15:34 (video)

Rod discusses some of the latest trends in eLearning pedagogy and technology. Participate in live online polls.The 2014 Horizon ReportTrends in PedagogyTechnology of Flipping (Part 2)PollsWhich kind of device are you using NOW for this poll?Where is USciences?Have you ever heard of the Horizon Report?What year was the term "peer instruction" (aka classroom flipping) coined?LinksTurningPoint Learning CatalyticsPodsafe Music Selection from MagnatuneConcerto No. 2 in G Minor (Summer) by the American Baroque Orchestra. The full CD "The Four Seasons by Vivaldi" is available at magnatune.comDuration: 26:31 (Audio only) 14:25 (Video w/o intro and music)

Interview with Dina Leytes a Practice Group Chair, Intellectual Property and New Media, at Griesing Law, a boutique law firm in Philadelphia.Dina LeytesWe answer the questions:What is online distance e-learning?What are the most common questions you get?What are the institutions' rights over faculty content?Do patent policies apply to copyright too?What are the copyright implications of using 3rd party media in a live lecture as opposed to putting that same content online?Is copyright "fair use" foolproof?Can I use a graphic I found on Google Images in my PPT in class? Or on the www?Are faculty doing "work for hire"?LinksFair Use GuidelinesPodsafe music selection from Music Alley"Ain't No Reason" by Brett Dennen - featured on several TV shows including "House", "Scrubs" and "Grey's Anatomy"Duration: 27:07

Interview with Ray Henderson, Chairman, In The TellingIn The Telling is a platform and service that helps educators deliver Flipped Instruction.We answer the questions:What is In The Telling all about?What market does it serve? What is synchronized transmedia?How does it flip the classroom? Is it like Lecture Capture?Does it use open standards?Who are some of your clients? Linkshttp://inthetelling.com/pulsepodcast/ (Higher Ed Examples)e-Literate TVPodsafe music selection from Music Alley"New Soul" by Yael Naim, the acclaimed singer/songwriter from Israel, from her album Yael Naim. 'New Soul' gained fame as the music played during Apple's Macbook Air ad campaign.Duration: 28:31

Interview with Charley Miller, Head of Product at TouchCastTouchCast is a new startup out of bMuse from New York that is reinventing video content creation using touch via the iPadWe answer the questions:What is TouchCast?How is it different from other video editors?What is a Vapp?How do you create and play a TouchCast?What is TouchCast Cloud Collaboration?Linkswww.touchcast.comTouchCast on iTunesTouchCast ExamplesGreen Screen Augmented Reality Technology to Use in the ClassroomNEW! TouchCast Cloud CollaborationPodsafe music selection from MagnatuneVivaldi: Concerto No. 1 in D Major (Spring, 1st Movement) from The Four Seasons by the American Baroque Orchestra. Duration: 24:54