Add these books to your 2024 reading lists (and a few to avoid!)

The Chromebook Classroom Podcast

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circa un anno fa 26:00

I read 21 books this last year. Most were pretty good, a few were pretty bad!

I enjoy hearing what others are reading and frequently add their recommendations to my list, so I thought I would share some of my favorites with you to help jump start your 2024 reading list.

Additional Resources:

Episode Sponsor: VIZOR for Chromebooks: save 20% off your first year and get a FREE Chromecast with Cast moderator when you schedule a demo before the end of January, 2024: http://vizor.cloud/cbc

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Add these books to your 2024 reading lists (and a few to avoid!)

The Chromebook Classroom Podcast

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published circa un anno fa

MP3•Pagina principale dell'episodio

I read 21 books this last year. Most were pretty good, a few were pretty bad!

I enjoy hearing what others are reading and frequently add their recommendations to my list, so I thought I would share some of my favorites with you to help jump start your 2024 reading list.

Additional Resources:

Episode Sponsor: VIZOR for Chromebooks: save 20% off your first year and get a FREE Chromecast with Cast moderator when you schedule a demo before the end of January, 2024: http://vizor.cloud/cbc

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Thanks for tuning into the Chromebook Classroom Podcast! If you enjoyed today's episode, I would appreciate your honest rating and review!

You can connect with me, John Sowash, on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. I would love to hear your thoughts on the show!

103 episodi

#Chromebook #Classroom #John R. Sowash #Classroommanagement #Educationtechnology #Googleapps #Gsuiteforeducation #Technology #Podcasting Education #Chromeo #EdTech #Learn #Teachers

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Am I out of a job as a podcast host? (April 2025 EDU Updates) 25:24

16 giorni fa25:24

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As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups, and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and articles that I can share with my teacher friends (that’s you!). Here are my favorite links for April 2025 Custom Reading Content for Read Along - Teachers in EDU Plus domains can now upload custom content to Read Along. This means you can provide students with reading support for your own stories, articles, and assignments. Google Vids Education Film Festival - teachers can submit their Google Vid creation to be featured in a Google For Education blog post. Submission deadline is May 15, 2025. Google Vids is available for EDU Plus and Teaching&Learning domains. New sidebar menu for Google Slides - this handy menu provides quick access to templates, building blocks, and other features, based on your Google license. Clone yourself in minutes - my latest YouTube video discusses three ways to use video in your classroom. It’s not as hard as you might think! 5 end of year project ideas - I know it's hard to believe, but the end of the school year is not far away. Take some time to plan an end-of-year project to help students reflect on their learning Audio Overview for Gemini (and docs!) - This popular feature first appeared in NotebookLM, but is now available in Gemini as well. It is especially useful when using the “deep research” model. Audio overviews for Google Docs is coming soon . Canvas for Gemini - When working on longer, complex writing projects, “Canvas” makes it easier to use Gemini as a co-writer. This is a great tool to use when developing lesson plans or assignments. 5 advanced Gemini features - Google has added a LOT of impressive features to Gemini. If you aren’t using these, you are missing out! A Classroom Teacher’s take on AI - Blake Harvard, HS social studies teacher from Madison Alabama, shares his honest thoughts on the incursion of AI in education. uBlock Origin Lite - you may have noticed that some of your Chrome extensions are no longer available including some popular ad-blockers. uBlock Lite is an alternative that will work, although not quite as well as the original. ----------------------------- Thanks for tuning into the Chromebook Classroom Podcast ! If you enjoyed today's episode, I would appreciate your honest rating and review! You can connect with me, John Sowash, on Facebook , Twitter , or Instagram . I would love to hear your thoughts on the show!…

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10 updates and edTech trends from 2024 44:21

20 weeks fa44:21

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This month, we're taking a look back at some of the big updates, developments, and edTech trends from 2024. We'll also peer into the crystal ball to consider what might be on the horizon for 2025. Episode Sponsor: Logitech for Education Logitech Education is your partner in innovation for the classroom. Logitech designs high quality hardware including headsets, microphones and cameras that are used in classrooms around the world. You can view these best in class products including the Zone learn wired headset by visiting logitech.com/education . Tend 1: classroom specific AI tools for teachers Trend 2: Improvements in AI image generation Trend 3: Google Gemini expands and improves Trend 4: NotebookLM blows us away! Trend 5: AI detection debate Trend 6: Chromebook PLUS devices for teachers Trend 7: Premium gets better Trend 8: Google Drive updates Trend 9: Google Classroom Updates Trend 10: Goodbye Jamboard, Hello Vids Was education improved in 2024? Final thoughts and resources Show notes for this episode: https://www.chrmbook.com/s9e5/ ----------------------------- Thanks for tuning into the Chromebook Classroom Podcast ! If you enjoyed today's episode, I would appreciate your honest rating and review! You can connect with me, John Sowash, on Facebook , Twitter , or Instagram . I would love to hear your thoughts on the show!…

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New Google Slides Templates, AI Essays + 8 more November updates! 25:03

23 weeks fa25:03

25:03

Happy Thanksgiving friends! I'm grateful that you have chosen to journey through the world of edTech with me! As a small thank you, I am offering a special sale! Anyone who registers for my winter Google Certification Academy between now and December 15 will get free access to my Wednesday Webinar program ($99 value). Click here to register ! Episode Sponsor: Logitech for Education Logitech Education is your partner in innovation for the classroom. Logitech designs high quality hardware including headsets, microphones and cameras that are used in classrooms around the world. You can view these best in class products including the Zone learn wired headset by visiting logitech.com/education . Here are my favorite updates for November 2024: New templates for Google Slides Essay writing tips from OpenAI New buildikng block templates for Docs Google Vids for EDU Plus Gemini for iPhone Scholar & Arts & Culture celebrate milestones Machine learning crash course How to organize a complex document Figjam gratefulness wall Thankfulness turkey ----------------------------- Thanks for tuning into the Chromebook Classroom Podcast ! If you enjoyed today's episode, I would appreciate your honest rating and review! You can connect with me, John Sowash, on Facebook , Twitter , or Instagram . I would love to hear your thoughts on the show!…

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🎃 October updates: New Gemini features, AI lawsuits and more! 27:20

27 weeks fa27:20

27:20

Happy fall, friends! Sip on some cider or your favorite pumpkin flavored drink while we review Google updates, classroom ideas, and news stories for the month of October. 🍁🎃 ***Episode Sponsor: @vizor-cloud for Chromebooks*** Track your devices, repairs, loaners, and more with VIZOR's best-in-class asset management system. It's not too late to get started: http://vizor.cloud/cbc All of the resources mentioned in this episode are available here: https://www.chrmbook.com/s9e3/ Episode Topics: 0:00 Intro 2:00 Gemini for Teens 3:28 Star rating for Google Forms 4:55 Tabs for Google Docs 6:10 Cover image for Google Docs 8:00 Gemini for Google Classroom 11:26 Parents sue school over school discipline over AI usage 15:00 Pumpkin carving with Google Slides 17:10 The museum of frights featuring @googleartsculture 18:30 Halloween Choice board 19:30 Figurative language + AI images ----------------------------- Thanks for tuning into the Chromebook Classroom Podcast ! If you enjoyed today's episode, I would appreciate your honest rating and review! You can connect with me, John Sowash, on Facebook , Twitter , or Instagram . I would love to hear your thoughts on the show!…

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Your September Google Updates: AI updates, Classroom Groups, cool websites and more! 43:02

32 weeks fa43:02

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Every month I try to summarize a few important updates and share some new tools and resources you can use in your classroom. Let's see what's happening for the month of September! ***Episode Sponsor: VIZOR for Chromebooks*** Track your devices, repairs, loaners, and more with VIZOR's best-in-class asset management system. It's not too late to get started: http://vizor.cloud/cbc All of the resources mentioned in this episode are available here: https://www.chrmbook.com/s9e2/ Table of Contents: 0:00 Intro 2:15 Manage your Chromebooks with VIZOR 4:15 Data protections for Google Gemini 7:00 AI training for teachers & students 8:40 Enhance your Gemini experience with Gems 13:17 NotbookLM adds audio summaries 19:50 Google Docs has tabs 25:13 Google Classroom supports student groups 28:40 First impressions of Google Vids 33:30 Jamboard is going away 35:50 GenType (via Jeremy Badiner) 38:40 Gear Sketch (via Brad Dale) Additional links and resources: Blog post with links to all of the above updates: https://www.chrmbook.com/s9e2/ Get the EDU update delivered to your inbox each month: chrm.tech/update ----------------------------- Thanks for tuning into the Chromebook Classroom Podcast ! If you enjoyed today's episode, I would appreciate your honest rating and review! You can connect with me, John Sowash, on Facebook , Twitter , or Instagram . I would love to hear your thoughts on the show!…

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Back to school survival kit (15 resources for teachers and administrators) 34:04

37 weeks fa34:04

34:04

The beginning of a new school year is both exciting and challenging. There is a lot to look forward to and a lot to get ready for! In my 17 years working in education, I’ve learned some things and created some classroom templates that help me get the year started. Today I’m sharing those resources with you. 👉 If you are feeling overwhelmed, I hope these classroom templates will bring you some peace and confidence. 👉 If you are excited about the possibilities of a new school year, I hope these classroom templates will inspire you with some new ideas. Google classroom checklist for teachers Student skills checklist Classroom resource template Chrome extensions for students Chrome extensions for teachers Google Classroom requirements Student Chromebook agreement AI and plagiarism policy Google Classroom checklist for teachers Classroom resource template Free time activity template Parent contact log Peer editing practice Google Classroom quiz Selfie card lesson All of the resources mentioned in this video are available here: https://www.chrmbook.com/back-to-school-survival-kit-13-classroom-templates-every-teacher-needs/ ***Episode Sponsor: VIZOR for Chromebooks*** Track your devices, repairs, loaners, and more with VIZOR's best-in-class asset management system. It's not too late to get started: http://vizor.cloud/cbc ----------------------------- Thanks for tuning into the Chromebook Classroom Podcast ! If you enjoyed today's episode, I would appreciate your honest rating and review! You can connect with me, John Sowash, on Facebook , Twitter , or Instagram . I would love to hear your thoughts on the show!…

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10 Must-Know EDU Updates for July: Google, Figma, book recommendations & more! 31:01

40 weeks fa31:01

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We're at the peak of summer, but the EDU updates don't stop! Here's a rundown on some important updates, changes, and ideas for you to consider as you sit poolside or enjoy friends and family. As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups, and skim through Twitter. ***Episode Sponsor: VIZOR for Chromebooks*** Track your devices, repairs, loaners, and more with VIZOR's best-in-class asset management system. Schedule a demo TODAY and beat the summer rush! Use this exclusive link to save 20% off your first year: http://vizor.cloud/cbc Here are my favorite links for July 2024: Ask Gemini about documents and emails Google Vids in Beta Can you spot the AI image? Wednesday Webinars are back for 2024-25 eSignatures in Google Docs Pre-configure Google Meet from Calendar LaCrOS is dead World Emoji day Great stuff from Figma The Art of Online Writing (book review) ----------------------------- Thanks for tuning into the Chromebook Classroom Podcast ! If you enjoyed today's episode, I would appreciate your honest rating and review! You can connect with me, John Sowash, on Facebook , Twitter , or Instagram . I would love to hear your thoughts on the show!…

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NEW features for Google Classroom, Chromebooks, Drive and MORE! (ISTE24 Update) 40:37

44 weeks fa40:37

40:37

June 24 marks the start of the 2024 ISTE conference, and Google is making a big splash by announcing lots of cool updates and new features for the 2024-25 school year! Join me on this episode to explore the latest updates to Google Classroom, Chromebooks, Gemini, Google Drive, and more! ***Episode Sponsor: VIZOR for Chromebooks*** Track your devices, repairs, loaners, and more with VIZOR's best-in-class asset management system. Schedule a demo TODAY and beat the summer rush! Use this exclusive link to save 20% off your first year: http://vizor.cloud/cbc ----------------------------- Thanks for tuning into the Chromebook Classroom Podcast ! If you enjoyed today's episode, I would appreciate your honest rating and review! You can connect with me, John Sowash, on Facebook , Twitter , or Instagram . I would love to hear your thoughts on the show!…

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Collecting and repairing Chromebooks (Chris Painter, Blackford County Schools) 29:07

47 weeks fa29:07

29:07

Chris Painter is my guest for this episode of the podcast. Chris is the technology director for Blackford County Schools in Hartford City, Indiana which as a fleet of 1,800 devices. During our conversation Chris shares his best practices and tips for collecting, inventorying, and repairing a Chromebook fleet and getting them ready for the new school year. Episode Sponsor: VIZOR for Chromebooks VIZOR provides Chromebook 1:1 Management Software for Schools . Get 20% off your first year when you schedule a no-obligation demo. Show notes and links: chrmbook.com/s8e14/ ----------------------------- Thanks for tuning into the Chromebook Classroom Podcast ! If you enjoyed today's episode, I would appreciate your honest rating and review! You can connect with me, John Sowash, on Facebook , Twitter , or Instagram . I would love to hear your thoughts on the show!…

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Introducing Gemini for Education (AI tools for teachers and leaders) 33:13

50 weeks fa33:13

33:13

Today Google announced a new package of AI tools specifically designed teachers and school leader. These tools combine the power of Google Gemini with data privacy protections and unique features for teachers. Joining me to discuss Gemini for Education is Vivek Chachcha, product manager for AI tools within Google Workspace for Education. Episode Sponsor: VIZOR for Chromebooks VIZOR provides Chromebook 1:1 Management Software for Schools . Get 20% off your first year when you schedule a no-obligation demo. Episode Shownotes and links: http://chrmbook.com/s8e13/ ----------------------------- Thanks for tuning into the Chromebook Classroom Podcast ! If you enjoyed today's episode, I would appreciate your honest rating and review! You can connect with me, John Sowash, on Facebook , Twitter , or Instagram . I would love to hear your thoughts on the show!…

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Surprise updates from Cloud Next 29:09

1 year fa29:09

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As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and articles that I can share with my teacher friends (that’s you!) Here are my favorite links and updates for April 2024: http://chrmbook.com/s8e12/ ***Episode Sponsor: VIZOR for Chromebooks*** Track your devices, repairs, loaners, and more with VIZOR's best-in-class asset management system. Schedule a demo TODAY and beat the summer rush! Use this exclusive link to save 20% off your first year: http://vizor.cloud/cbc Congrats to the newest Google Innovators Google Vids Tabs for Google Docs Figjam on Google Meet Screens Dark mode for Google Drive Find a Chromebook through the log event search Multi-admin approvals 5 ways to organize your digital life with AI Do AI detectors work? Not enough data for AI? ----------------------------- Thanks for tuning into the Chromebook Classroom Podcast ! If you enjoyed today's episode, I would appreciate your honest rating and review! You can connect with me, John Sowash, on Facebook , Twitter , or Instagram . I would love to hear your thoughts on the show!…

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So long Google Podcast...let's explore some alternatives. 14:32

1 year fa14:32

14:32

Sadly, Google Podcast has been discontinued by Google as of April 2, 2024. Google Podcast was a simple, clean podcast player that did exactly what it was designed to do: play podcasts. Let's see if we can find a suitable alternative. ----------------------------- EPISODE SPONSOR: VIZOR for Chromebooks VIZOR simplifies the task of managing Chromebooks by integrating the Google Admin Console and your SIS so that you can instantly monitor the health and status of your fleet of devices. Visit http://vizor.cloud/cbc to learn more! ----------------------------- Thanks for tuning in to the Chromebook Classroom Podcast ! If you enjoyed today's episode, I would appreciate your honest rating and review! You can connect with me, John Sowash, on Facebook , Twitter , or Instagram . I would love to hear your thoughts on the show!…

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Explore is no more, Chromebook prank guide + 8 more updates for March 2024 44:15

1 year fa44:15

44:15

As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and articles that I can share with my teacher friends (that’s you!) ***EPISODE SPONSOR*** Are you interested in becoming a Google Certified Trainer? Join me for the very first "Google Trainer Academy" taking place April 16-May 14, 2024. This virtual event will guide you through the process of becoming a certified trainer AND exploring how you can earn a secondary income by leveraging your expertise. Visit GoogleTrainerAcademy.com to learn more. Here are 10 updates for March 2024: Improved video playback in Google Drive Google is now offering a limited AI use plan Migrate Email between Google Domains Remove background from Slides AI image generation (with text!) Visit a class setup guide Tips for using AI responsibly Chromebook prank guide The explore tool is no more Chromebook features for teachers ----------------------------- Thanks for tuning into the Chromebook Classroom Podcast ! If you enjoyed today's episode, I would appreciate your honest rating and review! You can connect with me, John Sowash, on Facebook , Twitter , or Instagram . I would love to hear your thoughts on the show!…

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Bard is no more; hello Gemini...plus 9 more important updates 30:38

1 year fa30:38

30:38

As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups, and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and articles that I can share with my teacher friends (that’s you!). ***Episode Sponsor: VIZOR for Chromebooks*** Track your devices, repairs, loaners, and more with VIZOR's best-in-class asset management system. Schedule a demo TODAY and beat the summer rush! Use this exclusive link to save 20% off your first year: http://vizor.cloud/cbc Here are my favorite links for February 2024: Bard is now Gemini Beta Test Google’s AI for Education tools New features announced at BETT Sort, filter, and manage comments in Docs New AI features for the Chrome browser Improvements to Appointment Schedules Updates for Google Meet Google Classroom Templates New Book: EDU Protocols for Young Learners Art Remix powered by AI Subscribe to the Google EDU Update and get these monthly updates delivered right to your inbox: chrm.tech/update ----------------------------- Thanks for tuning into the Chromebook Classroom Podcast ! If you enjoyed today's episode, I would appreciate your honest rating and review! You can connect with me, John Sowash, on Facebook , Twitter , or Instagram . I would love to hear your thoughts on the show!…

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Authenticate student writing + plus 9 more updates for January 2024 30:28

1 year fa30:28