Innovative Pedagogy Podcast

Welcome to the Innovative Pedagogy Podcast! Join host Chris Garcia as he chats with Max Tompkins, a seasoned esports commentator, analyst, and content creator with over five years in the industry. Max, who has worked with leading titles and major platforms like IGN, now runs Weirdo Studios and KEG Studios, where he embraces the quirks and oddities of the esports world. In this episode, Max shares his journey into esports, the art of shoutcasting, memorable projects at IGN, and his vision for the future of esports. Tune in for an insightful discussion on the impact of esports on entertainment and sports industries and learn why it's okay to be a little different.

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🎙️ Join us for an engaging discussion on AI and education with special guest Dr. Daniel Schiff from Purdue University. Dr. Schiff's expertise in the governance and social implications of AI promises an enlightening conversation on the future of education. Tune in to discover Dr. Schiff's journey into AI, insights on AI adoption in education, and how AI can replicate teachers' social behaviors. Plus, gain valuable advice for crafting flexible AI policies in education. Don't miss out on this enlightening episode!

Join Chris, Smoke, and Rob on the "What the EdTech?" podcast as they dive into the transformative world of the San Diego County Office of Education's Innovation Center. Discover how the center is harnessing the power of RIASEC theory to align students' strengths, interests, and values. The episode features special guests Clint Dayhuff and Chris Garcia, who shed light on their pioneering roles in esports and educational technology. Learn about the Future Ready Hub, equipped with state-of-the-art gaming computers and facilities for esports, podcasting, video creation, editing, and graphic design. Explore the potential of esports in education, its impact on student attendance and behavior, and its integration into social emotional learning standards. The discussion also covers the strategic implementation of AI in educational settings, emphasizing the importance of setting a culture for AI that aligns with educational standards and safeguards student wellbeing. Tune in to understand how these innovations are shaping the future of education and fostering essential skills among students.

Join host Chris Garcia on the Innovative Pedagogy Podcast as he shares lessons learned from his tenure as a school administrator. Discover the importance of trust and collaboration within the administrative team, and how vulnerability fosters stronger bonds. Explore strategies for supporting office staff, including active listening and celebrating achievements. Learn the value of transparency in leadership and effective communication with teachers. Lastly, prioritize self-care and personal connections to enhance leadership effectiveness. Tune in for practical insights and actionable advice to improve your role as a school administrator.

🎙️ Join us for "Classrooms and Circuitboards: Teachers Unplugged at CES." Roel Mislan from Feaster Charter School discusses insights from industry leaders like Google, Microsoft, Apple, and more on cybersecurity, AI, gaming, and innovation in education. Dive into the future of EdTech with exclusive CES highlights. 🚀🔧💡 #TeachersUnplugged #CES2024 #EdTech

How can teachers establish a classroom culture of consistency, respect, and expectations during the post-pandemic era of students returning to the classroom? Take a moment to hear what a first-year teacher did to make that happen.   

With so much response from our last episode I had a good friend and current history teacher, Peter Rappaport, reach out to share his take and thoughts on the topic of whether teachers are really teaching Critical Race Theory. Our conversation may enlighten you to know that not every teacher is teaching what mainstream media may make you think is happening. We'll share stories from our classroom, share the importance of reflection, and talk about learning from past mistakes to ensure those outcomes do not repeat themselves in the future. 

In this episode, we talk to Ms. Jane Gore, a University of San Diego Alumni and current 1st-grade teacher.  During this interview, we talk about the challenges of trying to find a job during a pandemic and also teaching students in between in-person and online instruction.   

In this episode, we talk to Augusto Ejanda, a 6th-grade teacher within the Chula Vista Elementary School District. During this interview, we share the importance of the use of the movie Black Panther to address several issues such as sharing the focus and purpose for this curriculum with your class. As well as students sharing how this movie/story made an impact on various social, racial, and gender challenges. Be sure to take a listen & subscribe to our channel for more upcoming episodes. Enjoy!   

In this episode we talk to Suzy Garcia, Coordinator of Digital Implementation, focusing on how a school district can create equitable digital access for students.  

Starting off the year is always fun and exciting, however it's also the time where expectations are to be met. With the use of so much technology our host, Chris Gacia, shares the importance of beginning the year with digital citizenship. Be sure to subscribe and leave a rating.

How can we grab the attention of our students? What keeps them motivated & excited about a lesson? Check out what I've done the last seven years to support my students with rap songs, movies, books, memes, etc. This is one episode that you'll definitely want to here if you need some ideas on what to do with your students in the classroom or virtually. 

During this pandemic of COVID-19, parents find themselves now on the front lines of being teachers. Here's some practical advice to guide and bring some emotional/mental support for all parents.  

How can teachers best be prepared for #DistanceLearning with the best tools, terminology, and resources out there? In this episode, Chris Garcia's Technological colleague from the University of San Diego joins him to talk about the best tools that exist and some of the more common terms that teachers need to be aware of for #DistanceLearning

During this episode, we discuss the focus of our podcast and what the 4 C's mean with 21st-century learning.  Be sure to subscribe and leave a rating.