Vision on EdTech Sat, 18 Apr 2026 23:53:41 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2266175 en-us © 2026 Vision on EdTech yes fc9a1641-ee7c-5566-980e-0b7c5eca7e2e Mike Peters episodic false An in depth look on how we integrate technology into the classroom. With interviews from experts in the field of education, technology and more!

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Mike Peters https://storage.buzzsprout.com/bgtpp87xlafk4wk01i3plfztcfj5?.jpg Vision on EdTech Episode 6 - Metacognitive Reflection Episode 6 - Metacognitive Reflection In the season finale, host Mike Peters looks back at his interviews for a bit of metacognitive reflection on his interviews so far. He looks at the major themes that have consistently come up throughout speaking about video as a tool to improve learning environments. In this we narrow the idea of where video stands apart from other tech.

Mike also discusses his dream research project and brainstorms the research methods that could be used to study the question. Using the knowledge gained from his interviewees and the affordances of the tools they have mentioned on the podcast so far he theorizes how data could be collected and analyzed.

Mike also talks about the future of tech in the classroom mentioned by each of his guests. Each guest brought up the topic of AI and Mike summarizes the posibilites of usefulness of AI in terms of video and education based on the information gained in each interview.

Tools mentioned in this episode:
Playposit
Edpuzzle
Yuja

Transcript available at:
www.michaelraymondpeters.com/edtech

]]> In the season finale, host Mike Peters looks back at his interviews for a bit of metacognitive reflection on his interviews so far. He looks at the major themes that have consistently come up throughout speaking about video as a tool to improve learning environments. In this we narrow the idea of where video stands apart from other tech.

Mike also discusses his dream research project and brainstorms the research methods that could be used to study the question. Using the knowledge gained from his interviewees and the affordances of the tools they have mentioned on the podcast so far he theorizes how data could be collected and analyzed.

Mike also talks about the future of tech in the classroom mentioned by each of his guests. Each guest brought up the topic of AI and Mike summarizes the posibilites of usefulness of AI in terms of video and education based on the information gained in each interview.

Tools mentioned in this episode:
Playposit
Edpuzzle
Yuja

Transcript available at:
www.michaelraymondpeters.com/edtech

]]> Mike Peters Buzzsprout-14094759 Tue, 05 Dec 2023 15:00:00 -0500 1178 6 full false Video Used to Deepen Understanding Video Used to Deepen Understanding In this episode we have guest Monte Woodard, middle school science teacher in Washington D.C. and mentor involved with The Modern Classroom Project.  Monte  discusses the various ways video can be used to deepen understanding especially when used in a student driven learning  environment. Instructional videos are a powerful tool that can be a way to implement a self paced learning environment for students leading to better learning outcomes.

For more information please visit:
The Modern Classroom Project

Research referred to in todays episode include:
Using Student-Created Content Videos in Flipped Learning to Enhance Student HigherOrder Thinking Skills, Engagement, and Satisfaction

Tools discussed in this episode include:
Edpuzzle

Transcript available at:
michaelraymondpeters.com/edtech

]]> In this episode we have guest Monte Woodard, middle school science teacher in Washington D.C. and mentor involved with The Modern Classroom Project.  Monte  discusses the various ways video can be used to deepen understanding especially when used in a student driven learning  environment. Instructional videos are a powerful tool that can be a way to implement a self paced learning environment for students leading to better learning outcomes.

For more information please visit:
The Modern Classroom Project

Research referred to in todays episode include:
Using Student-Created Content Videos in Flipped Learning to Enhance Student HigherOrder Thinking Skills, Engagement, and Satisfaction

Tools discussed in this episode include:
Edpuzzle

Transcript available at:
michaelraymondpeters.com/edtech

]]> Mike Peters Buzzsprout-14065033 Sat, 02 Dec 2023 13:00:00 -0500 2433 5 full false Video Used to Boost Engagement Video Used to Boost Engagement On this episode we have guest Brittany Handler,  Senior Instructional Designer at Touro University and EdTech guru. We discuss the  various ways in which video can bolster engagement in student learning. By using the various affordances of various video technologies educators can leverage the tools to keep students involved, motivated and active  participants in their learning.

Research referred to in todays episode include:
Student-Produced Videos Can Enhance Engagement and Learning in the Online Environment

Educational tools mentioned in todays episode include:
Playposit
Yuja
Edpuzzle

Transcript available at:
michaelraymondpeters.com/edtech

]]> On this episode we have guest Brittany Handler,  Senior Instructional Designer at Touro University and EdTech guru. We discuss the  various ways in which video can bolster engagement in student learning. By using the various affordances of various video technologies educators can leverage the tools to keep students involved, motivated and active  participants in their learning.

Research referred to in todays episode include:
Student-Produced Videos Can Enhance Engagement and Learning in the Online Environment

Educational tools mentioned in todays episode include:
Playposit
Yuja
Edpuzzle

Transcript available at:
michaelraymondpeters.com/edtech

]]> Mike Peters Buzzsprout-14058736 Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:00:00 -0500 3094 4 full false Video Instruction Best Practices Video Instruction Best Practices In this episode we have guest Dr. Richard E. Mayer, distinguished professor of psychology at the University of California, Santa Barbara. Dr. Mayer discusses the ways in which video might be leveraged to improve instruction.  By understanding the way the brain processes auditory and visual information on the screen, educators can more carefully design the educational content to enhance their curriculum.

Research referred to in todays episode include:
The effects of multimedia video lectures on extraneous load
Improving online video lectures: learning challenges created by media
The Promise and Pitfalls of Learning in Immersive Virtual Reality

We heavily reference Multimedia Theory  and the various principles throughout the episode. Read all about it in the book:
Multimedia Learning

Transcript available at:
michaelraymondpeters.com/edtech

]]> In this episode we have guest Dr. Richard E. Mayer, distinguished professor of psychology at the University of California, Santa Barbara. Dr. Mayer discusses the ways in which video might be leveraged to improve instruction.  By understanding the way the brain processes auditory and visual information on the screen, educators can more carefully design the educational content to enhance their curriculum.

Research referred to in todays episode include:
The effects of multimedia video lectures on extraneous load
Improving online video lectures: learning challenges created by media
The Promise and Pitfalls of Learning in Immersive Virtual Reality

We heavily reference Multimedia Theory  and the various principles throughout the episode. Read all about it in the book:
Multimedia Learning

Transcript available at:
michaelraymondpeters.com/edtech

]]> Mike Peters Buzzsprout-13942224 Thu, 30 Nov 2023 15:00:00 -0500 2894 3 full false Video as a means of reflection Video as a means of reflection In this episode we have guest Adam Geller of Edthena. Adam speaks with us on the technique of using video as a means of reflection with the purpose of creating better educators.

Research discussed in todays episode includes:
Teacher Learning in the Context of a Video Club
Using Video to Analyze Ones Own Teaching

Books discussed in todays episode include:
Evidence of Practice: Playbook for Video-Powered Professional Learning

Transcript available at:
michaelraymondpeters.com/edtech

]]> In this episode we have guest Adam Geller of Edthena. Adam speaks with us on the technique of using video as a means of reflection with the purpose of creating better educators.

Research discussed in todays episode includes:
Teacher Learning in the Context of a Video Club
Using Video to Analyze Ones Own Teaching

Books discussed in todays episode include:
Evidence of Practice: Playbook for Video-Powered Professional Learning

Transcript available at:
michaelraymondpeters.com/edtech

]]> Mike Peters Buzzsprout-13830885 Wed, 29 Nov 2023 15:00:00 -0500 3354 2 full false Episode One - Prior Knowledge Episode One - Prior Knowledge Host Mike Peters discusses his career as a student from grade school, undergrad and his masters program. His relationship with education and video has shaped his passion for pursuing and understanding how video can be used as a tool to build a more effective learning environment for both educators and learners alike.

Research mentioned in this episode:
How Does Distance Affect Learning?
The Effectiveness of Live and Pre-recorded Video in Remote and Hybrid Learning Environment

Transcript Available at:
michaelraymondpeters.com/edtech



]]> Host Mike Peters discusses his career as a student from grade school, undergrad and his masters program. His relationship with education and video has shaped his passion for pursuing and understanding how video can be used as a tool to build a more effective learning environment for both educators and learners alike.

Research mentioned in this episode:
How Does Distance Affect Learning?
The Effectiveness of Live and Pre-recorded Video in Remote and Hybrid Learning Environment

Transcript Available at:
michaelraymondpeters.com/edtech



]]> Mike Peters Buzzsprout-14081839 Tue, 28 Nov 2023 21:00:00 -0500 1213 1 full false