This week, I’m on Fall Break, so it’s a quick episode. We look at how giving students choice in class can allow us to challenge them more and help them learn better. Plus, a cool website is sitting in the treasure chest. And as always, your 8-Bit Crew question of the week.
Category Archives: 8-Bit Instructor Podcast
The 8-Bit Instructor: The Science of Learning with Jared Cooney Horvath (EP011)
This week, Jared Cooney Horvath joins me to discuss the science of learning. Some news from Quizlet, Wakelet, and Google. There’s a different kind of treasure in the treasure chest today. Plus, this week’s question of the week, and some bonus video game talk.
The 8-Bit Instructor: Failure IS an Option (EP010)
This week, we look at how failure can be beneficial in your classroom. A time-saving keyboard shortcut in the treasure chest. Plus, this week’s question of the week.
The 8-Bit Instructor: The Power of Conferencing (EP009)
This week, we look at how conferencing can be a powerful tool in your classroom. New stuff from Google and IXL. A great ed tech site in the treasure chest. Plus, this week’s question of the week.
The 8-Bit Instructor: Time-Saving Tips with Google Forms (EP008)
This week, we take a look at some ways you can use Google Forms to save time in class. There’s a fun trick for Google Docs. Plus, feedback and this week’s question of the week.
The 8-Bit Instructor: Grading with Steve Capone (EP007)
In this week’s episode, Steve Capone and I talk about grading and student voice. News and updates from Google and IXL. And, your 8-Bit Crew question of the week.
The 8-Bit Instructor: Who Gets to Level Up? (EP006)
In this week’s episode, we look at the history of grades. News and updates from Google and Quizizz. And, your 8-Bit Crew question of the week.
The 8-Bit Instructor: It’s Dangerous to Go Alone! Take This. (EP005)
In this week’s episode, classroom lessons from the Legend of Zelda. Some more Google news. And, your 8-Bit Crew question of the week.
The 8-Bit Instructor: Social Justice & Gamification with John Meehan (EP004)
In this week’s episode, John Meehan from Edrenaline Rush talks with me about social justice in the classroom and gamification. There’s a lot of Google news. And, your 8-Bit Crew question of the week.
The 8-Bit Instructor: Taking Care of Mind, Body, and Soul (EP003)
In this week’s episode, we take a look at taking care of your whole self this year. Some news and updates from Wakelet, Flipgrid, and Google. Plus, this week’s question of the week.
The Educator's Quest 