

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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Mar 4, 2021 • 59min
Episode 50: It's Not Just Books & Bonbons
Deborah Zeman is a Digital Learning & Library Media Specialist, who has worked in education for over 20 years and is passionate about education. On this episode Deborah and I share some of our favorite tools such as Wakelet, Book Creator and TikTok amongst other great conversation centered around creativity. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show

Feb 27, 2021 • 1h 2min
Episode 49: Empowering Educators to Talk About Mental Health
After 11 years as a Primary School Teacher with a specialism in Computing and Maths, Cat became a freelance EdTech consultant with the goal of supporting schools in teaching computing as well as using technology affectively to support teaching and learning. As a Raspberry Pi Certified Educator, Apple Distinguished Educator and Google Innovator, Cat likes to be at the forefront of technology and it's use in schools & is passionate about supporting educators around the world and has travelled to Brazil, Dubai and around the UK & US sharing her thoughts. When COVID changed the educational landscape, Cat took the opportunity to empower teachers to talk about their mental health and reduce stigma by opening the Global GEG Mental Health Staffroom, currently open on Sundays at 8pm GMT.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show

Feb 25, 2021 • 57min
Episode 48: Amplify Your Voice Through Creativity
Claudio is a digital media consultant based in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and currently Digital Designer at Burleson ISD. He is passionate about fostering creativity in the classroom and using digital tools to engage learners. In addition, he enjoys helping individuals, entrepreneurs and small business owners build their design and build their brands. Claudio is an Adobe Spark Ambassador and Adobe Education Leader. He has presented at various national and regional conferences including ISTE, SXSWEdu, FETC and TCEA. Claudio has also been featured in various magazines including Toggle and EdTech Magazine. He is also experienced in social media management, something he learned to do as part of his digital media consulting company, I Am Claudius. Claudio is an avid photographer and videographer. He is a YouTuber, professional musician, a master woodworker and cyclist.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show

Feb 20, 2021 • 1h 2min
Episode 47: From Classroom Teacher to Administrator
AJ Bianco opens up and shares his passion for education and his transition from classroom teacher to an administrative role. AJ and I also talk about his inspiring podcast called The ReflectED Podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show

Feb 18, 2021 • 58min
Episode 46: ETwinz: Embajadores de la Educación
Los gemelos Herraez son grandes embajadores de la educación y su importancia. Abogan por las prácticas educativas del siglo XXI. Han sido presentados por numerosos periódicos de todo el mundo como El Mundo (España), Salamanca 24h (España), el diario de Valladolid (España) y The Globe and Mail (Canadá) entre muchos otros. Además, los eTwinz han participado en algunos programas de radio nacionales como La Cope (España) como expertos en transformación digital y aprendizaje del siglo XXI.Follow me here: Twitter: www.twitter.com/myedtechlife Instagram:www.instagram.com/myedtechlife Facebook: www.facebook.com/myedtechlife My EdTech Life is fueled by caffeine. Buy us a cup of coffee to keep us working hard for you! https://ko-fi.com/myedtechlife --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show

Feb 13, 2021 • 1h
Episode 45: Perseverance and Diving in Headfirst!
What could possibly happen by diving in headfirst into technology? Well, Frederick Ballew will share an inspiring story of what one can accomplish through perseverance and diving in headfirst.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show

Feb 11, 2021 • 58min
Episode 44: Content Creation: What's Your Process?
Ismael Martinez, a local content creator, will be joining us as he shares his experience as a content creator. We will talk about the creative process, ideation, and how one can exercise their creative muscles.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show

Feb 6, 2021 • 60min
Episode 43: Enchancing Instructional Coach & Educator Practice
In this episode, I am joined by the 3 Caffeinated Coaches! Georgina, Shannon, and Becky will talk about how they are helping our educator community by enhancing the practices of instructional coaches/educators/leaders through their podcast.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show

Jan 30, 2021 • 1h 28min
Episode 42: A Journey From IT Technician to Google Innovator
Join us for a great show as Abid Patel shares his journey in the tech world by moving from IT Technician, IT Director, Google Innovator and Innovator Academy Coach.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show

Jan 28, 2021 • 1h 3min
Episode 41: Red personal de aprendizaje y grupos GEG
En este programa José Ontiveros de Argentina y Carlos Espinoza de Guayaquil compartieron lo importantes que se convirtieron las redes de aprendizaje personal y cómo crecieron en América Latina. Compartieron cómo estas redes se convirtieron en familes sin fronteras gracias a las plataformas de redes sociales.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show


