My EdTech Life
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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Jul 18, 2020 • 1h 27min
Episode 16: #VIA20 Edition
On this show we talked to several #VIA20 applicants shared their experience of the Google Innovator application process. We all opened up and shared our passions, our struggles and our How Might We...statements and we also share advice for future applicants. We all opened up and shared our stories and built a connection through our chat. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
Jul 18, 2020 • 53min
Episode 15: Tech Integration and Libraries with Karina Quilantan-Garza
We had an amazing chat with possibly the most energetic Librarian that I know. Her passion and knowledge of how to integrate technology through a remote environment is amazing. Karina's passion will be transmitted through this show and it will definitely motivate you to continue to learn. On this show we talked about Digital Cataloging, Badges and more. Here is her Wakelet Collection.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
Jul 11, 2020 • 58min
Episode 14: Ways That Children Can Make a Difference, Tech Tools, and Libraries with Kristina Holzweiss
On this episode of My EdTech Life we are joined by the amazing Kristina Holzweiss. He had a great chat about our backgrounds growing up, maker movement resources, the importance of student creation, portfolios. Kristina also shares her passion for libraries and technology and how libraries can be an excellent resource even during this time of remote learning. You can follow Kristina Holzweiss on Twitter. You can also check out her books on Amazon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
Jul 7, 2020 • 54min
Episode 13: Mental Health & Wakelet with Toby Doncaster
We had a great time with Google Trainer, Innovator and now a Wakelet Ambassador, Toby Doncaster. Toby shared how he uses Wakelet with his students at the vocational college he works at. Toby engaged his learners through the use of Wakelet thanks to the built in resources on the platform such as Immersive Reader, Flipgrid and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
Jul 4, 2020 • 46min
Episode 12: La Formación de Docentes Usando Las Herramientas de G Suite. (Español)
En este episodio de My EdTech Life Javier Balan y yo hablamos de cómo está ayudando a formar profesores en su comunidad en Cuidad Obregón con herramientas de G Suite. También compartió una gran iniciativa que la Secretaria de Educación Publica está haciendo al ofrecer formación de Certificación de Nivel 1 de Google a los profesores gracias a una alianza con Google.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
Jul 2, 2020 • 1h 15min
Episode 11: Tech Talks & More with Ben Moore and Daren White
On this episode we were joined by the Short & SUITE crew and we enjoyed a great chat about all things quarantine, wellness, and tech. Daren and Ben joined us all the way from Essex in the U.K. and they definitely came equipped with great material for some laughs but also some great tools such as WeVideo and Book Creator. This was a great show and worth checking out! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
Jul 1, 2020 • 40min
Episode 10: A Good Digital Citizen-Marialice Curran Ph.D
Marialice Curran Ph.D joined our show and shared so many wonderful resources with us regarding Digital Citizenship. She also made a big announcement on our show regarding the #DigCitSummit being held October 12-16 of this year. She also shared how importance of learning together as a community about Digital Citizenship. If you'd like to follow Marialice on Twitter you can find her @mbfxc. You can also find some great resoures on her website www.mbfxc.com.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
Jun 30, 2020 • 1h 2min
Episode 09: Video Creation for Remote Learning
On this show we Bruce Reicher and I discussed several topics regarding content creation during these times of remote learning. I was great to hear the great things he does that helped his workflow through the use of video. Bruce and I also shared several tools such as WeVideo and Wakelet that can help educators get their content to their students. Bruce also talked about his book called Scripted which will be available August 11 and you can check fill out this form for updates. You can also check out Bruce's PD site that is loaded with great resources. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
Jun 27, 2020 • 55min
Episode 08: Aulas Conectadas con Google Innovator Pedro Aparicio (Español)
Pedro Aparicio, Google Innovator de la Ciudad de México, se unió a nuestro programa para compartir sobre la importancia de aulas conectadas. Pedro compartió sus experiencias con poder conectar a sus alumnos con aulas a nivel internacional y cómo eso ha dado a sus alumnos la capacidad de aprender y ver el mundo desde una lente diferente.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
Jun 20, 2020 • 45min
Episode 07: BadgEdTech with Rachel Coathup
On this episode we welcome Google Innovator Rachel Coathup who shares her wonderful innovator project that is helping so many educators find wonderful PD all in one place. BadgEdTech offers a one stop stop for educators to go directly to a platforms training platform where they can earn badges, accreditations and certifications. Rachel is such a talented and innovative EdTech leader and this project is something that will definitely help every educators add additional tools to their EdTech Tool-belt! You can find her site here BadgEdTech.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
