

My EdTech Life
Dr. Fonz Mendoza
My EdTech Life is where education meets innovation with clarity, caution, and purpose. Hosted by Alfonso "Fonz" Mendoza Jr., this podcast features real conversations with educators, founders, researchers, and thought leaders who are shaping the future of learning.From classroom-tested tools to emerging AI trends, we cut through the noise to spotlight what truly works in K–12 and higher education. As a leading voice in responsible AI adoption, Fonz challenges the hype and elevates voices that often go unheard, bringing practical, ethical, and future-forward insights to every episode.Whether you're a teacher, instructional coach, policymaker, or edtech creator, this is your space to connect, question, and grow.
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Dec 27, 2022 • 58min
Episode 159: Instructional Technology Coach: EdTech Thinker, Tinkerer and Coach
Jared is a Google for Education Certified Coach, Trainer, and Innovator. Jared is passionate about empowering teachers not to be afraid of technology integration in teaching and learning but to use it to innovate their practices to impact student learning in meaningful ways through coaching, mentoring, & speaking at conferences--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show

Dec 22, 2022 • 55min
Episode 158: One Mission: Make Learning Accessible & Fun for All
Join me as I welcome Janelle to the show! In this episode, Janelle share their firsthand experience of what it takes to create learning environments that are equal parts accessible and enjoyable. Learn tools and techniques to help make learning easy, no matter the subject or difficulty level. Plus, discover advice on how to provide an inclusive experience so everyone feels included and involved in their education. Get ready to start your mission - tune in to this episode!Let's Connect on Twitter! https://twitter.com/myedtechlifeVisit the My EdTech Life Podcast page! https://www.myedtech.life/ Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/myedtechlife/supportBuy me a coffee to keep the creativity flowing! https://bit.ly/3LxSojF Check out our merch store! https://myedtechlife.myspreadshop.com/ Check out our blog page and follow! https://medium.com/@myedtechlife--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show

Dec 22, 2022 • 46min
Episode 157: Design & STEM: How To Grow a Passionate Community in Education
Tonight we are joined by Jason Reagin, M.Ed., Design & STEM: How to Grow a Passionate Community in Education. Explore the ins and outs of fostering meaningful relationships and developing an engaged community that loves learning. With Jason's guidance, you'll learn key strategies for growing engagement, developing trust, and encouraging collaboration with those around you.Let's Connect on Twitter! https://twitter.com/myedtechlifeVisit the My EdTech Life Podcast page! https://www.myedtech.life/ Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/myedtechlife/supportBuy me a coffee to keep the creativity flowing! https://bit.ly/3LxSojF Check out our merch store! https://myedtechlife.myspreadshop.com/ Check out our blog page and follow! https://medium.com/@myedtechlifeSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/myedtechlife/support--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show

Dec 21, 2022 • 52min
Episode 156: ARVR Innovation: Exploring the Possibilities
Get ready to explore cutting-edge ARVR innovation and technology with Kevin Chaja! Hear about his co-creation of Moment AR, a revolutionary augmented reality tool for autism and mental health, followed by the release of Hippoe, an innovative, customizable card game for iOS and Android. Tune in for insight into where AR can take us next, and don’t miss this chance to gain valuable insight from one of its most knowledgeable experts.Connect on Twitter! https://twitter.com/myedtechlifeVisit the My EdTech Life Podcast page! https://www.myedtech.life/ Buy me a coffee to keep the creativity flowing! https://bit.ly/3LxSojF Check out our merch store! https://myedtechlife.myspreadshop.com/ Check out our blog page and follow! https://medium.com/@myedtechlifeSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/myedtechlife/support--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show

Dec 17, 2022 • 49min
Episode 155: Overcoming Dyslexia: From Struggling Student to Master's Degree
Stephanie LoFaro began a teaching career coaching the GED program and teaching ESL to adult learners at the community college level before moving into Tech to honor her Info Sys bachelor's degree. After six years of corporate, she began her journey into her M.Ed. program at Colorado State University, where she recently graduated! Her journey is unique because she grew up with dyslexia, and conquering a master's degree, especially in Education, was something she would NEVER have expected.Connect on Twitter! https://twitter.com/myedtechlifeVisit the My EdTech Life Podcast page! https://www.myedtech.life/ Buy me a coffee to keep the creativity flowing! https://bit.ly/3LxSojF Check out our merch store! https://myedtechlife.myspreadshop.com/ Check out our blog page and follow! https://medium.com/@myedtechlifeSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/myedtechlife/support--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show

Dec 15, 2022 • 1h 1min
Episode 154: Classcraft: Driving Learning Outcomes Through Intrinsic Motivation
It's an exciting time to talk to Shawn Young, CEO of Classcraft. Classcraft has already gained incredible success, revolutionizing the classroom experience with its groundbreaking tools and technologies. From providing new insights into student behavior to helping teachers create positive and engaging classroom cultures, it's no surprise that this innovative platform is being used by thousands of educators worldwide.Connect on Twitter! https://twitter.com/myedtechlifeVisit the My EdTech Life Podcast page! https://www.myedtech.life/ Buy me a coffee to keep the creativity flowing! https://bit.ly/3LxSojF Check out our merch store! https://myedtechlife.myspreadshop.com/ Check out our blog page and follow! https://medium.com/@myedtechlifeSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/myedtechlife/support--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show

Dec 14, 2022 • 51min
Episode 153: gotLearning? Growth Over Time
Mike has been in education all his life either as a student, middle school teacher, K-12 technology professional developer, school district EdTech director, K-12 industry consultant and business development, educational publishing and professional development executive, middle school and high school teacher, librarian, and EdTech entrepreneur - actually in that order, Mike started Growth Over Time Learning (gotLearning) in 2020 based on the software he built to manage the learning conversations in his middle school grade classroom.Connect on Twitter! https://twitter.com/myedtechlifeVisit the My EdTech Life Podcast page! https://www.myedtech.life/ Buy me a coffee to keep the creativity flowing! https://bit.ly/3LxSojF Check out our merch store! https://myedtechlife.myspreadshop.com/ Check out our blog page and follow! https://medium.com/@myedtechlife--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show

Dec 12, 2022 • 25min
Episode 152: Ungrading: Focus On Learning and Not the Grade. A Doctoral Study Conversation.
This semester, Cesar and I have been working hard together as doctoral students at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley on our topic of study: ungrading. For those unfamiliar with the term, ungrading is a form of evaluation in which there are no grades or strict metrics; instead, feedback is open-ended and ongoing. It's something we both feel passionate about, inspired to share with others, and determined to explore further. We've been diving deep into this concept - discussing its possibilities and implications - and using our own experience to develop frameworks for educators who might be interested in trying it out. Ungrading has the potential to revolutionize education if given enough attention, which is why we're so excited to be studying it!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show

Dec 3, 2022 • 58min
Episode 151: Edupreneurship: What It Is, Why You Need It, and How to Start
Edupreneurship is the act of starting your own education-based business. It's a great way to make money while helping others learn, and it's a growing industry. I am joined by Dr. Will Deyamport, III, Ed.D., and we'll discuss what edupreneurship is, why you need it, and how to get started.Connect on Twitter! https://twitter.com/myedtechlifeVisit the My EdTech Life Podcast page! https://www.myedtech.life/ Buy me a coffee to keep the creativity flowing! https://bit.ly/3LxSojF Check out our merch store! https://myedtechlife.myspreadshop.com/ Check out our blog page and follow! https://medium.com/@myedtechlife--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show

Nov 19, 2022 • 54min
Episode 150: Click Record! Reasons You Should Start A Podcast
Lloyd is a podcaster who uses his platform to help people start their first podcast. He has a lot of useful advice for those who are interested in starting a podcast and he is a great resource for anyone who wants to learn more about podcasting.Connect on Twitter! https://twitter.com/myedtechlifeVisit the My EdTech Life Podcast page! https://www.myedtech.life/ Buy me a coffee to keep the creativity flowing! https://bit.ly/3LxSojF Check out our merch store! https://myedtechlife.myspreadshop.com/ Check out our blog page and follow! https://medium.com/@myedtechlife--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show


