The Chromebook Classroom Podcast

So long gems...hello skills (+9 more EDU updates!)

As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups, and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and a

Five things to try in your classroom this year (September 2026)

Each school year I select five strategies, tools, or ideas you can use to engage your students and shake things up a bit. These five tools and strategies are all about ma

10 Game-Changing Google Updates from ISTE 2026! 🚀

I've been holding off on sending out the June EDU update because I knew there were some BIG updates taking place during the ISTE conference. Today in Orlando, Google is a

The agents are coming (Google EDU Update for May 2026)

As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups, and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and a

How "Vibe Coding" Just Saved a School District $250k 🤯 (April EdTech Updates)

Welcome to the April 2026 Google EDU update! In this video, we explore the latest edtech tools transforming the classroom, including some cool updates to Google Classroom

Managing your Chromebook Fleet with Vizor!

For years, IT admins have relied on a patchwork of complicated spreadsheets and manual data entry to keep track of their fleets. When you are managing thousands of device

The one Gemini feature you can't use in school (March EDU update)

As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups, and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and

Google Classroom has a BIG new feature (Feb. EDU Updates)

As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups, and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and

Google EDU Update: Wrapping up 2025

As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups, and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and

Are Chromebooks ruining Education? (November Google EDU Update)

The November Google EDU Update reveals how Gemini can save teachers 10 hours A WEEK! Plus, get the scoop on new features for rubrics, presentations, and math, and the Not

NEW Google Gemini Certification + 10 Gemini Tips

** Episode Sponsor: Google Trainer Academy: GoogleTrainerAcademy.com ** Over the past month I've been able to visit a half-dozen different schools across the US sharing

5 Cool things to try in your classroom this year

As you set up your classroom and get ready for a new crew of students, you might be thinking, "What's something new I can try this year?" Each year I select five strategi

Google Champions Symposium Recap

The Chromebook Classroom podcast is back with a special episode recorded live from Google's Chicago offices with special guest Liz Bocci. This episode dives deep into our

Am I out of a job as a podcast host? (April 2025 EDU Updates)

As part of my daily routine, I scan dozens of blogs, visit a handful of Facebook groups, and skim through Twitter. The goal: find the most helpful resources, tools, and

10 updates and edTech trends from 2024

This month, we're taking a look back at some of the big updates, developments, and edTech trends from 2024. We'll also peer into the crystal ball to consider what might b

New Google Slides Templates, AI Essays + 8 more November updates!

Happy Thanksgiving friends! I'm grateful that you have chosen to journey through the world of edTech with me! As a small thank you, I am offering a special sale! Anyone w

🎃 October updates: New Gemini features, AI lawsuits and more!

Happy fall, friends! Sip on some cider or your favorite pumpkin flavored drink while we review Google updates, classroom ideas, and news stories for the month of October.

Your September Google Updates: AI updates, Classroom Groups, cool websites and more!

Every month I try to summarize a few important updates and share some new tools and resources you can use in your classroom. Let's see what's happening for the month of S

Back to school survival kit (15 resources for teachers and administrators)

The beginning of a new school year is both exciting and challenging. There is a lot to look forward to and a lot to get ready for! In my 17 years working in education,

10 Must-Know EDU Updates for July: Google, Figma, book recommendations & more!

We're at the peak of summer, but the EDU updates don't stop! Here's a rundown on some important updates, changes, and ideas for you to consider as you sit poolside or enj