Tech Store
When I started in technology I did not use the same tools I use today. Now, with data science & AI it is so important to stay relevant. Below is an ever changing list of recommended technologies, research, tools and even talent. Enjoy!
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Talent!
Hiring and working with professional actors and voice-over talent, like my colleague and friend, Kelly Danek, is fun and exciting. Everyone loves Kelly. She is a San Diego broadcast legend with 20+ years on the air. Luckily, her brand of humor is often found on the radio, television and as a narrator to many eLearning projects.
Please click the photo to get a sample of her many talents.
Multimedia Learning
Richard E. Mayer’s evidence-based approach to quality designed eLearning or as he calls it, Multimedia Learning. The book generates 15 principles that based on more than 200 experimental research studies and grounded in a cognitive theory.
Bietrun Wireless Microphone
This wireless microphone allows you to step up to 165 ft (50M) of the camera with no delays. It has 25 UHF adjustable channels. There are built-in converters for dslr and digital cameras, and TRRS cable for laptop, iPad & smartphones.
NOTE: You may need an adapter or conversion cable when using a smart phone, like iPhone or Android.
**Please use genuine USB-C to lightning conversion cables (these are not included).**
Apple MFi Certified Lightning Jack Adapter / Conversion Cable
This is a 2-Pack of USB C to Aux Audio adapters that connect an iPhone to the microphone.
JXMOX Headphone Adapter / Conversion Cable
This USB C to Aux Audio adapter connects an Android phone to the microphone.
Ambertronix Selfie Stick
Never thought I would need a selfie stick, especially for Ed Tech projects. Now, I can’t imagine living without one, especially this one. It fits all types of phones, and it has a light with different types of lumination. The best part is that it functions as a tripod and it has an easy to use remote control (connects by Bluetooth).
I hope if you get this one, you share your stories and photos.
Foundations of Learning and Instructional Design
This wonderful reference includes a history of ID, the different ways people learn, career advice and much more. David Merrill, the TPACK’s author, Matthew J Koehler, and many more contributed to this relevant book.
Best of all it is available for free online.
Agile for Instructional Designers
Megan Torrance makes it easy to connect instructional design with the very popular AGILE framework. Inside you will find relevant resources to support your team in adapting to change as it happens without compromise to the learner.