K-12 Episodes

In this episode of Edup Ed Tech, we interviewed Spencer Sharp, a Talent Specialist at Field Pros Inc., who specializes in recruiting for the ed tech industry. Sharp shares his journey from being a STEM teacher to entering the ed tech industry and eventually becoming a recruiter. He discusses the qualities he looks for in candidates, including the ability to pivot, confidence, and soft skills. Sharp also emphasizes the importance of understanding the recruiting process and the challenges that com...

In this episode of Edup Ed Tech, hosts Holly Owens and DaNadia Johnson interview Dr. Phil Hickman, the CEO and founder of Plabook, an innovative reading technology that uses artificial intelligence, natural language processing, and speech recognition to help children learn how to read. Dr. Phil shares his extensive background in education, from being a teacher, counselor, school psychologist, assistant principal, principal, to superintendent in some of the largest school districts in the nation...

In this episode, Holly Owens and Nadia Johnson delve into the intricacies of LinkedIn optimization, emphasizing the critical nature of establishing a polished professional profile. Key recommendations include utilizing a professional photo and cover image, crafting a compelling headline, and specifying your location. The hosts also advocate for featuring a portfolio or website link in the designated section. They caution against sharing proprietary content, suggesting a shift towards more generi...

In this episode of Edup Ed Tech, hosts Holly Owens and Nadia Johnson interview Regnault Sanders, the founder and CEO of Schoolconomy. Sanders shares his journey from being a student to becoming the founder of an EdTech company. He explains that School Economy is a student success software that rewards students for positive behavior, which has led to increased engagement and a decrease in behavioral referrals. The platform also involves parents by notifying them when their child has done somethi...

In a fabulous demo, Anna Poli, a senior instructional designer with iSpring, demonstrated the capabilities of iSpring's suite of tools. The tools include a demo of IPR, a tool that allows users to create interactive content, and iSpring Space, an online course builder and sharing service. Poli also highlighted the tool's AI capabilities, which can suggest course titles, create course outlines, write assignments, create quiz questions, and simplify language. The AI also supports multiple language...

Holly Owens and Nadia Johnson discussed their experiences transitioning into instructional design and ed tech roles. They emphasized the importance of knowing what you want to do, conducting thorough research, and networking. They also highlighted the value of freelancing to gain experience and build a resume. They recommended using Teal, a job search platform that helps track applications and provides resources for job seekers. They also suggested spending 20 minutes a day on job searching to a...

In this episode, we had the pleasure of sitting down with the visionary Luis Malbas, the brilliant mind behind the Training, Learning Development Community and Conference (TLDC). Join us as we delve into Luis's inspiring journey, from his early days in video stores and manufacturing to becoming a trailblazer in the e-Learning Guild and ultimately founding TLDC to address crucial gaps in the learning and development (L&D) industry. Join us in this enlightening conversation with Luis Malbas as we...

In this episode of EdUp Ed Tech, host Holly Owens interviews Dr. Lauren Sanchez Gilbert, CEO of BellXcel. Gilbert shares her journey from being a special education teacher to leading an EdTech company. BellXcel is unique in the EdTech space as it serves the out of school time area, aiming to enhance how, where, and when children learn. The company offers a management system and curriculum for out of school time, helping schools better manage their operations. Gilbert also discusses the company's...

Introduction: Join us on EdUp EdTech as we chat with Kavitta Ghai, the brains behind Nectir. Kavita introduces Nectir, a game-changing platform that teams up with Learning Management Systems (LMS) to transform the way we learn. In this episode: 1. Getting to Know Nectir: - Kavita gives us the lowdown on Nectir's mission and how it's reshaping education for the better. 2. Opening Up Educational Access: - Discover how Nectir is breaking down barriers by making educational resources accessibl...

In this episode of EdUp EdTech, hosts Holly Owens and Nadia Johnson interview the CEO and Co-founder of Buzly, Srinjay Verma. Buzly is an EdTech tool that started as a student-to-student connection platform during the Covid-19 pandemic. It has since evolved into a tool that helps higher education institutions engage with students before they arrive on campus and keep them engaged throughout their time at the institution. Srinjay discusses the importance of community in higher education and how B...