In this exciting episode of My EdTech Life, I welcome back Alyshahn Kara, the Chief Revenue Officer and co-founder of Goosechase, along with first-time guest Jessica Whittaker, an instructional coach. Join us as we discuss the power of digital scavenger hunts to build community and enhance teacher and student engagement by creating lasting learning experiences. Whether you're a tech-savvy educator or just getting started, this episode is packed with insights and practical tips for using Goosechase.
Timestamps:
0:00:30 - I introduce the episode and welcome my guests
1:51 - Jessica introduces herself and her role in education
3:12 - Alyshahn introduces himself and the concept behind Goosechase
5:28 - Jessica shares her experience using Goosechase for teacher professional development
11:59 - We discuss how Goosechase enhances learning and engagement
15:15 - Jessica explains how Goosechase can be used as a formative assessment tool
21:23 - Alyshahn discusses how Goosechase aligns with Bloom's taxonomy
24:39 - We talk about the importance of documenting the learning process
30:06 - Alyshahn talks about the Goosechase community and resources available for educators
34:47 - Jessica shares her vision for implementing Goosechase with students
39:32 - We discuss the pride and satisfaction teachers get from creating engaging content
42:39 - Jessica emphasizes the importance of bringing fun back into education
49:46 - Closing remarks and an invitation to join the Goosechase Ambassador program
51:39 - Q&A session: We discuss challenges in education (EduKryptonite)
54:01 - Q&A: Who would you trade places with for a day?
57:32 - Q&A: If you could have a billboard, what would it say?
1:00:31 - I share my mott
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