Digital Literacies and 21st Century Skills

Navigating Misinformation and Disinformation (Ayanna and Brady)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:14:16 -0400

Ayana and Brady discuss disinformation, using the Trump administration’s claims about an Iranian nuclear threat as an example, and distinguish disinformation (deliberate falsehoods meant to confuse or influence) from misinformation (unintentional falsehoods). They debate accountability, noting free speech protections and proposing that government officials and media should face legal consequences for lying to the public, while also acknowledging limited public power and concerns about paid, undisclosed promotion. They also address growing difficulty identifying AI-generated images and videos, and worry that early internet access and school technology make children especially vulnerable.

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References
Bulger, M., & Davison, P. (2018). The promises, challenges, and futures of media literacy. Journal of Media Literacy Education, 10(1), 1-21.

Robertson, L., Gore, D., & Farley, R. (2026, March 3). Assessing Trump’s claims on Iran’s nuclear and missile capabilities. FactCheck.org. https://www.factcheck.org/2026/03/assessing-trumps-claims-on-irans-nuclear-and-missile-capabilities/

Spies, S. (2019, October 22). Defining disinformation. MediaWell. https://mediawell.ssrc.org/research-reviews/defining-disinformation/

Anti-Social Media (Crystal and Michelle)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Mon, 01 Dec 2025 14:53:14 -0500

In this bonus episode, Crystal teams up with her best friend Michelle to tackle a topic of what social media is really doing to us, and especially to kids. They discuss the alarming amount of time we're glued to our screens, how it's messing with kids' ability to self-regulate and connect face-to-face, and how parents' scrolling habits are part of the problem too.

References

Ambrosi, D. (2023, March 6). The battle for your time: Exposing the costs of social media | Dino Ambrosi | TEDxLagunaBlancaSchool [Video]. TEDx Talks. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4TMPXK9tw5U

Atske, S. (2025, October 8). Appendix: Detailed tables. Pew Research Center. https://www.pewresearch.org/internet/2025/10/08/parents-kids-screens-appendix-detailed-tables/

Our Virtual Connections (Crystal and Raania)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 14:02:04 -0500

In this week's podcast, Crystal and Rasnia explore the concept of virtual communities, sharing their personal experiences and discussing the profound impact of these communities on mental health, personal growth, and societal changes. They delve into how virtual communities facilitate connections between people with shared interests, offering support and new perspectives. The episode also touches on the influence of virtual communities on real-world practices, particularly in alternative education and parenting. They conclude by appreciating the positive aspects of virtual communities and their role in fostering progress and inspiration.

References

Malik, Z., & Haidar, S. (2020). Online community development through social interaction — K-Pop stan twitter as a community of practice. Interactive Learning Environments, 31(2), 733–751. https://doi.org/10.1080/10494820.2020.1805773

Lorenz, T. (2024, April 12). Is social media destroying kids mental health? [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TS1wax3KjnA

The Impact of Social Media (Alexa and MacKenzie)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 05 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0500

In this week’s podcast, we focused on the impact social media has on upcoming generations and its larger effect on society as a whole. In our discussion, we dive into 3 main topics: different social media platforms, how social media affects mental health, and the different affordances and constraints that come with living in the age of social media. Social Media encompasses a lot of different aspects, both positive and negative, which we are excited to talk about with you today!

References

Faverio, M. (2025, April 22). Teens, social media and mental health. Pew Research Center. https://www.pewresearch.org/internet/2025/04/22/teens-social-media-and-mental-health/

Lorenz, T. (2024, April 12). Is social media destroying kids’ mental health? // Power User podcast [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XXXXXXXXX

Orlowski, J. (Director). (2020). The Social Dilemma [Film]. Netflix. https://www.netflix.com/watch/81904443

Ünlüsoy, A., Leander, K. M., & de Haan, M. (2022). Rethinking sociocultural notions of learning in the digital era: Understanding the affordances of networked platforms. Learning, Media and Technology, 47(1), 1–14. https://doi.org/10.1177/20427530211032302

Weaver, J. (2020, September 27). What Netflix’s The Social Dilemma gets wrong about Big Tech. CBC News. https://www.cbc.ca/news/entertainment/netflix-social-dilemma-tech-1.5740351

Decoding the Digital Mess (Kayla and Kelly)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 11:09:42 -0400

In this episode, hosts Kayla and Kelly dive into the digital mess that is Disinformation. While discussing disinformation, we explore our experiences with disinformation, why it happens, who spreads it, and how we can combat it. We reference Bulger and Davison’s article, “The Promises, Challenges, and Futures of Media Literacy” as well as, Samuel Spies’, "Producers of Disinformation”. Our discussion emphasizes the importance of media literacy and how it can be integrated into core subjects in schools. We address the harmful impacts of spreading disinformation and some advice for students growing up in the digital age.

References

Bulger, M., & Davison, P. (2018). The promises, challenges, and futures of media literacy. Journal of Media Literacy Education, 10(1), 1–21. https://doi.org/10.23860/jmle-2018-10-1-1

Hobbs, R., Moen, M., Tang, R., & Steager, P. (2022). Measuring the implementation of media literacy statewide: A validation study. Educational Media International, 59(3), 189–208. https://doi.org/10.1080/09523987.2022.2136083

Spies, S. (2020, October 27). Defining “disinformation.” Social Science Research Council, MediaWell. https://mediawell.ssrc.org/literature-reviews/defining-disinformation

The Misinformation Podcast (Aleah and Dana)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 11:32:28 -0400

The Misinformation podcast, hosted by Aleah and Dana, explores how misinformation has become more present in our everyday lives than ever before. We've included soundbites and other references to enrich the discussion. Our conversation begins with a reflection on how people communicated before the internet. We then introduce several theories, touching on concepts like echo chambers, filter bubbles, selective perspective, and the liar’s dividend. Finally, we offer suggestions for educators, including games and activities that can help students build awareness around these issues.

References

Australian Broadcasting Corporation. (n.d.). Spotting misinformation + disinformation – ABC Education. https://games.abc.net.au/education/interactive-lessons/misinformation-disinformation/

Brashier, N. M., & Schacter, D. L. (2020). Aging in an era of fake news. Current Directions in Psychological Science, 29(3), 316–323. https://doi.org/10.1177/0963721420915872

Gusmanson. (n.d.). Bad News – Play the fake news game! [Browser game]. https://www.getbadnews.com/en

PBS NewsHour. (2025, June 18). How misinformation spread after Minnesota lawmaker’s murder [Video]. YouTube. https://youtu.be/r5a6zUms3dU?si=mwAtfCgTB4gcvp7u

Teaching and Learning with AI (Jillian and Megan)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 14:40:34 -0400

In this episode, we will discuss Teaching with AI by José Antonio Bowen and C. Edward Watson (2024), focusing on Chapter 3, “AI Literacy,” and Chapter 4, “Reimagining Creativity.” The conversation explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping both the way we think and the way we create. Through a reflective dialogue, the hosts unpack what it means to be truly AI literate, not just technically skilled, but critically thoughtful, curious, and reflective. They consider how AI can serve as both a collaborator and a challenge to human creativity, echoing Bowen and Watson’s idea that literacy and creativity are interconnected. The discussion also weaves in insights from Kevin Roose’s New York Times article, “Everyone Is Using A.I. for Everything. Is That Bad?” (2024), which raises important questions about overreliance on AI and the need to preserve the human element in art, learning, and innovation. Ultimately, this episode invites listeners to reflect on their own relationship with technology and asks: How can we stay human in an increasingly artificial world?

References

Bowen, J. A., & Watson, C. E. (2024). Teaching with AI: A practical guide to a new era of human learning. Johns Hopkins University Press.

Roose, K. (2024, April 8). Everyone is using A.I. for everything. Is that bad? The New York Times. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/08/technology/artificial-intelligence-everywhere.html

Remix: More than Just a Beat (Eliana and Jess)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Eliana and Jess, explore remix culture beyond music, spanning literature, games, social media, and even food. From Shakespeare’s adaptations to TikTok trends and Cronuts, remixing is everywhere. Tune in to learn how remixing sparks creativity, builds 21st-century skills, and lets anyone put their own spin on the world.

References
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Bowers, K. (2024, June 13). Bridgerton main title (Soundtrack from the Netflix series) [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SVzfMk2NkG8

Columbia Pictures. (2016, February). Pride and prejudice and zombies: Official trailer #1 [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=syjfmdvLu9c

Eilish, B. (2019). Bad guy [Song]. On When we all fall asleep, where do we go? [Album]. Darkroom/Interscope Records.

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James, K. (2020). Remixing worlds: Player creativity and hybrid culture in EVE Online. In Digital play and culture (pp. 45–68). Routledge.

Jay-Z. (1998). Hard knock life (ghetto anthem) [Song]. On Vol. 2... Hard knock life [Album]. Roc-A-Fella Records.

Knobel, M., & Lankshear, C. (2008). Digital remix: The interplay of old and new literacies. Media International Australia, 129(1), 61–72. https://one2oneheights.pbworks.com/f/KnobelLankshear2008RemixEndless+HybridizationAdolescentAdult+Literacy.pdf

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Tanz, J. (2020, May 7). Memers are taking over TikTok. The New York Times. https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/07/style/memers-are-taking-over-tiktok.html

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The Role of Cognitive Load in Digital Learning (Margaret and Taye)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 17 Sep 2025 09:29:06 -0400

In this episode, hosts Taye and Margaret delve into the realm of multimedia learning. They discuss the daily interaction with digital content, from blog posts to Zoom meetings, and emphasize the practical application of multimedia principles. The conversation highlights the cognitive load theory and personalization principle, referencing Richard Myers' 1997 research. The hosts discuss the evolution of digital content, the growing importance of visuals in education, and the shift away from traditional text-based media. They also touch on the implications of visual stimuli in learning, accessibility, and the persistence of foundational multimedia principles in modern teaching.

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Multimodal-ala-Mode: Teaching Multimodality (Michael and Aaron)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 10 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0400

In this premiere episode of The Class Act Podcast, hosts Mike Lombardo and Aaron Hung dive into multimodal literacy and what it means for today’s classrooms. They explore multimodality in education, drawing on ideas from Kress, Gardner, and include an in depth discussion on visual literacy and digital media. The discussion highlights how images, video, sound, and design have become central to communication and learning, challenging schools to expand their traditional definition of literacy. Through examples like Instagram and web design, this episode discusses how and why teachers should help students engage with visuals, and explores methods for teaching multimodality.

References
Association of College & Research Libraries. (2011). Visual literacy competency standards for higher education. American Library Association. https://www.ala.org/acrl/standards/visualliteracy

Gardner, H. (1991). The unschooled mind: How children think and how schools should teach. Basic Books.

Kress, G. (2003). Literacy in the new media age. Routledge.

Kress, G., & van Leeuwen, T. (2006). Reading images: The grammar of visual design (2nd ed.). Routledge.

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Murphy, C., Dudley, E., & Pachy, N. (Hosts). (2023, March 15). Multimodal literacy (No. 12) [Audio podcast episode]. In C. Jones (Producer), Talking ELT. Oxford University Press. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9fvnbR6lqKc

Exploring TikTok as a Virtual Community (Alyssa, Giovanna, and Kahmari)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Thu, 17 Apr 2025 09:19:38 -0400

In this episode, Alyssa, Kahmari, and Giovanna explore the intricacies of virtual communities on TikTok. They discuss various scholarly articles and personal insights into how virtual communities function as communities of practice, the impact of algorithms, and the role of influencers. Key points include the positives and negatives of TikTok's algorithm, the spread of misinformation, and the sense of community built around shared interests and influencers. They conclude that TikTok, despite its challenges, remains a significant platform for community building and learning.

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References

Ito, M., Martin, C., Salen Tekinbaş, K., Odgers, C., Soep, E., Reich, J., Livingstone, S., & Ito, M. (2020). Connected learning: How the academic and social lives of teens intersect. The MIT Press.

Malik, Z., & Haidar, S. (2023). Online community development through social interaction—K-pop Stan Twitter as a community of practice. Interactive Learning Environments, 31(2), 733–751. https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/10494820.2020.1805773

Patel, N. (Host). (2023, October 24). Harvard professor Lawrence Lessig on why AI and social media are causing a free speech crisis for the internet [Audio podcast episode]. In Decoder. The Verge. https://www.theverge.com/23929233/lawrence-lessig-free-speech-first-amendment-ai-content-moderation-decoder-interview

The Social Spiral (Isabella, Kayla, and Mohammad)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 09 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Social media is a huge part of our everyday lives. From creating connections, building up careers, and just pure entertainment. However, as social media has its pros there are also its cons which go much deeper than its typical technological capabilities. Isabella, Kayla, and Mohammad go in depth on the major effects social media has on one’s mental health ranging from children, teens and adults.

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References

Eyal, N. (2019). Indistractable: How to control your attention and choose your life. BenBella Books.

Lorenz, T. (Host). (n.d.). Is social media destroying kids’ mental health? [Audio podcast episode]. In Taylor Lorenz Podcast.

Orlowski, J. (Director). (2020). The social dilemma [Film]. Netflix.

Parrish, S. (Host). (n.d.). Nir Eyal: Mastering your attention in a world of distraction [Audio podcast episode]. In The Knowledge Project Podcast. Farnam Street.

Pew Research Center. (2024, December 12). Teens, social media and technology: 2024. https://www.pewresearch.org/internet/2024/12/12/teens-social-media-and-technology-2024/

World Health Organization. (2022). Mental health of adolescents. https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/adolescent-mental-health

Discerning Truth in the AI Era (Michelle and Ryan)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 26 Mar 2025 10:11:10 -0400

In this episode, Ryan and Michelle dive into the critical topic of disinformation, explaining its distinction from misinformation. They explore the historical context of disinformation, its modern amplification through technology like generative AI and DeepFakes, and the real-world impacts these technologies have already had. The discussion highlights the complexities of identifying and combating disinformation, the role of media literacy, and the importance of structural changes and educational reform. The episode underscores the necessity for vigilance, critical thinking, and informed consumption of information in the digital age.

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References

Alba, D. (2023, May 22). Fake image of Pentagon explosion goes viral, briefly spooks markets. The New York Times.
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/05/22/technology/pentagon-explosion-ai-image.html

Bulger, M., & Davison, P. (2018). The promises, challenges, and futures of media literacy. Journal of Media Literacy Education, 10(1), 1-21. https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/jmle/vol10/iss1/1/

Graham, T. (2023). The incredible creativity of deepfakes — and the worrying future of AI [Video]. TED Conferences.
https://www.ted.com/talks/tom_graham_the_incredible_creativity_of_deepfakes_and_the_worrying_future_of_ai

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Marcelo, P. (2023, May 23). AI-generated image of Pentagon explosion triggers brief stock market dip. Associated Press.
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Seitz-Wald, A., & Memoli, M. (2024, January 22). Fake Joe Biden robocall tells New Hampshire Democrats not to vote Tuesday. NBC News. https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2024-election/fake-joe-biden-robocall-tells-new-hampshire-democrats-not-vote

Spies, S. (2020). Producers of disinformation. MediaWell.
https://mediawell.ssrc.org/research-reviews/producers-of-disinformation/

Misinformation: Are You Sure That's What They Meant? (Cassidy, Evelyn, and Isaak)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 10:22:56 -0400

Hop into the echo chamber of misinformation-information with Cassidy, Evelyn, and Isaak to learn about some common examples of bias controlling our interpretations of events. Whether in media, the news, or just everyday occurrences, your personal world view can shape how you understand something that seemingly has a definite meaning. In this episode, Cassidy, Evelyn, and Isaak discuss echo chambers created when discussing television and social media events, talking about how separate groups of people watch in a way that confirm their own beliefs. The conversation later brings in the fact that they consume political events very similarly to the aforementioned entertainment examples, leading to more damaging examples of misinformation. Be sure to tune in to see if your bias changes how you interpret their conversation!

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References

Harford, T. (2021). Remember that misinformation can be beautiful, too. In The Data Detective : Ten Easy Rules to Make Sense of Statistics (pp. 187–205). Penguin Publishing Group.

Spies, S. (2019, October 22). Contexts of Misinformation. Mediawell. https://mediawell.ssrc.org/research-reviews/contexts-of-misinformation/

Spies, S. (2020, July 30). How Misinformation Spreads. Mediawell. https://mediawell.ssrc.org/research-reviews/how-misinformation-spreads/

Mitchell et al (2018, June 18). Can Americans Tell Factual From Opinion Statements in the News? Pew Research Center’s Journalism Project. https://www.pewresearch.org/journalism/2018/06/18/distinguishing-between-factual-and-opinion-statements-in-the-news/ (external source)

Exploring the World of Content Reuse (Bevin, Givana, and Luke)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 26 Feb 2025 11:46:13 -0500

In this episode, Bevin, Givana, and Luke discuss the concept of remixes in pop culture and media, inspired by Kirby Ferguson's YouTube video 'Everything is a Remix.' They explore how social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube borrow features from each other, and how this concept extends to music, art, and television. They also delve into the implications of remixing for originality and creativity, touching on the legal and ethical aspects. The conversation includes discussions on AI's role in creative processes and the potential future of remix culture.

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Virtual Communities: I See Your Value Now (Emily and Ryan)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Thu, 07 Nov 2024 08:38:36 -0500

Ryan and Emily introduce the world of virtual communities that span the vast range of social media and networking platforms that so many of us frequent every day. They talk about what exactly is a virtual community, what are they all about, what helps them function, and how they have impacts that go beyond the screen. Emily and Ryan also share some personal experiences they have with virtual communities they have been a part of and what role those communities played in their lives.

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Resources

Ito, M., Arum, R., Conley, D., Guttiérez, K., Kirshner, B., Livingstone, S., Michalchik, V., Penuel, W., Peppler, K., Pinkard, N., Rhodes, J., Tekinbaş, K., Schor, J., Sefton-Green, J., Watkins, S., & Blum, A. (2020). The Connected Learning Research Network: Reflections on a decade of engaged scholarship (pp. 53–62). Connected Learning Alliance.

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Malik, Z., & Haidar, S. (2020). Online community development through social interaction — K-Pop stan twitter as a community of practice. Interactive Learning Environments, 31(2), 733–751. https://doi.org/10.1080/10494820.2020.1805773

Lorenz, T. (2024, April 12). Is social media destroying kids mental health? [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TS1wax3KjnA

Ünlüsoy, A., Leander, K. M., & de Haan, M. (2021). Rethinking sociocultural notions of learning in the digital era: Understanding the affordances of networked platforms. E-Learning and Digital Media, 19(1), 78–92. https://doi.org/10.1177/20427530211032302

Feed Evolution: The Journey from Social Media to AI-Powered Platforms (Alyssa, Jasmine, and Nicole)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 30 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0400

In this podcast episode on digital literacy, hosts Nicole, Jasmine, and Alyssa discuss about how social media has changed over the years, from Myspace to today’s AI-powered platforms. They explain how social media moved from a place to connect with friends to a main source of news, where algorithms push popular content even if it’s misleading. The hosts share personal stories to show how easily people of all ages can believe false information, especially with AI creating custom feeds that reinforce what users already think. They also discuss how these platforms create “echo chambers,” where users see more of the same ideas. In the end, they stress the need for being smart online and understanding the impact of these tools.

Click here to view the episode transcript.

References

Ceylan, G., Allen, S. (2023, March 31). How social media rewards misinformation. Yale Insights.

McNeil, T. (2024, February 23). How misinformation and disinformation spread, the role of AI, and how we can guard against them. TuftsNow.

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Pfeifer, J. (2024, October 2). Research finds simple corrections can slow spread of misinformation online. Davidson College.

Simon, F., Altay, S., Mercier, H. (2023, October 18). Misinformation reloaded? Fears about the impact of generative AI on misinformation are overblown. Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) Misinformation Review.

Disinformation and Dysfunction: What Makes It a Lie (Highlights)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Sun, 20 Oct 2024 11:38:36 -0400

This is a recap of the last episode, Disinformation and Dysfunction: What Makes It a Lie, hosted by Liberty and Lina.

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Disinformation and Dysfunction: What Makes It a Lie (Liberty and Lina)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 16 Oct 2024 09:26:51 -0400

In this episode, Liberty and Lina as they explore the intricate world of disinformation, highlighting its impact during the 2020 US election and the role of social media in spreading falsehoods. They discuss the importance of media literacy, cybersecurity education in schools, and the collective responsibility of parents, students, and companies. The conversation also tackles the polarizing effects of echo chambers and the decline of neutrality in news reporting, offering insights into the broader implications and evolving landscape of media consumption.

Mackenzie, A. & Bhatt, I. (2018). Lies, bullshit, and fake news: Some epistemological concerns. Postdigit Sci Educ, 2, 2-13. https://doi.org/10.1007/s42438-018-0025-4.

Spies, S. (2020, January 22). Producers of Disinformation. MediaWell Research Review. https://mediawell.ssrc.org/research-reviews/producers-of-disinformation/

Media, Monsters, and Misinformation (Highlights)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Sun, 13 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0400

This is a recap of the last episode, Media, Monsters, and Misinformation, hosted by Cassondra and Dani.

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Media, Monsters, and Misinformation (Cassondra and Dani)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 09 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0400

In this podcast episode on digital literacy, hosts Dani and Cassondra discuss the concepts of misinformation and disinformation. They explain the difference between the two, emphasizing that misinformation is false information shared unintentionally, while disinformation is deliberately false. The discussion includes how the human brain processes information via selective perception and confirmation bias, citing Manjoo's work. They also touch on how age and social media usage influence the spread and debunking of misinformation. Examples like the depiction of Frankenstein in media illustrate how information can be altered and misconstrued over time.

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References

American Psychological Association. (n.d.). Misinformation and disinformation. American Psychological Association. https://www.apa.org/topics/journalism-facts/misinformation-disinformation

Manjoo, F. (2008). True enough: Learning to live in a post-fact society. Hoboken, NJ: Wiley.

Shelley, M. (2012). Frankenstein. London, UK: Penguin Classics.

The Power of Remix: Transforming Education and Media (Highlights)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Sun, 29 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0400

This is a recap of the last episode, The Power of Remix: Transforming Education and Media, hosted by Adriana, Divya, and Kat.

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The Power of Remix: Transforming Education and Media (Adriana, Divya, and Kat)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 25 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0400

In this episode of the Remix Podcast, hosts Divya, Adriana, and Kat explore the concept of remixing in education and media. They discuss how remixing original content can create fresh, engaging, and effective learning experiences. The conversation touches on the importance of adapting to technological advances, the impact of social constructivism and the politics of representation in media, and the ethical considerations of data extraction. They conclude with real-world examples and insights on how remixing can foster inclusivity and better connections in the classroom.

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References

The Propwatch Project. (2021b, April 14). The need for critical media literacy. [Video] Youtube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QKqvItx0Ipw

Multimedia as a New Educational Buzzword (Highlights)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Sun, 22 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0400

This is a recap of the last episode, Multimedia as a New Educational Buzzword, hosted by April and Courtney.

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Multimedia as a New Educational Buzzword (April and Courtney)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 18 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0400

In this episode, April and Courtney talk about what Multimedia Learning is and how they can use it in their classrooms. April is a digital media arts teacher and Courtney is a math teacher. Throughout the podcast, they were able to compare and contrast the way they use and plan on using multimedia in their classrooms, mentioning different educational buzzwords. Also, they talked about how multimedia is used in a course like the one we’re taking. April mentioned an interesting fact about SpongeBob clips that Courtney was very surprised by. Overall, April and Courtney talked about the different presentations that multimedia learning involves.

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References

Pappas, S. (2011, September 12). SpongeBob study: Do fast-paced cartoons impair kids’ thinking? The Christian Science Monitor.

Teaching like Plato (Highlights)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Sun, 15 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0400

This is a recap of the last episode, Teaching like Plato, hosted by Ms. D.

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Teaching Like Plato (Ms. D)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Fri, 13 Sep 2024 09:25:45 -0400

In this exciting episode of Teaching Like Plato, Ms.D explores the innovative teaching methods that can be applied to the math curriculum, explicitly focusing on imagery and visual literacy and how they can enhance learning. She discusses the interconnectedness of mathematics and art, explaining how visual aids such as diagrams, memes, and student-created artwork may boost engagement, critical thinking, and inclusivity in the classroom. The episode emphasizes the importance of multisensory learning and will suggest strategies to incorporate visual literacy across all subjects to create a more accessible and inclusive learning environment!

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References
Apkon, S. (2013). The age of the image: Redefining literacy in the world of screens. New York: NY: Farrar, Straus and Giroux.

Cordell, D. M. (2015). Using images to teach critical thinking skills: Visual literacy and digital photography. Santa Barbara, CA: Libraries Unlimited.

Duncum, P. (2015). A journey toward an art education for wired youth. Studies in Art Education: A Journal of Issues and Research, 56(4), 295-306. https://doi.org/10.1080/00393541.2015.11518972

Hays, L., & Kammer, J. (2021). Developing digital literacy in the arts for preservice teachers. New York, NY: Taylor & Francis.

The Connected Collective: Exploring Virtual Communities (Catherine and Shannen)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 10 Apr 2024 11:29:45 -0400

Take a look at connected communities with your hosts, Cat and Shannen, on this week’s episode. Explore connected learning and its role in the classroom, virtual communities and their benefits, and each of the hosts’ own experiences with both. With examples ranging from K-Pop fans on Twitter to decision-making in crafting, you will not want to miss this one!

References

Ito, M., Arum, R., Conley, D., Gutiérrez, K., Kirshner, B., Livingstone, S., Michalchik, V., Penuel, W., Peppler, K., Pinkard, N., Rhodes, J., Tekinbaş, K. S., Schor, J., Sefton-Green, J., & Watkins, C.S. 2020. The Connected Learning Research Network: Reflections on a Decade of Engaged Scholarship. Irvine, CA: Connected Learning Alliance.

Lee, L., & Ocepek, M. G. (2023, January 3). From virtual to physical: An exploratory study on how online social networks and communities influence decision-making in Everyday Crafting. Proceedings of the 56th Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences. https://hdl.handle.net/10125/102907

Malik, Z., & Haidar, S. (2020). Online community development through social interaction — K-Pop stan twitter as a community of practice. Interactive Learning Environments, 31, 733 - 751.

Sibbald, S. L., Burnet, M. L., Callery, B., & Mitchell, J. I. (2022a, September 1). Building a virtual community of practice: Experience from the Canadian Foundation for Healthcare Improvement’s Policy Circle - Health Research Policy and Systems. BioMed Central. https://health-policy-systems.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12961-022-00897-0#Sec25

Stixrud, W. R., & Johnson, N. (2019). The self-driven child: The science and sense of giving your kids more control over their lives. Penguin Books.

Social Media Users’ Status: Feeling Conflicted (Cassandra and Jada)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 03 Apr 2024 09:22:34 -0400

Adelphi University students, Jada and Cassie speak about the positives and negatives of different platforms of social media in the lives of its users. This discussion addresses the argument of social media’s potential to be an addiction versus a distraction and the impact it has on students’ lives inside and outside of the classroom. What can teachers do to help in strengthening their students’ knowledge of social media? How can parents assist their children in navigating social media in a safe and responsible way? What can we do to be sensible users? These questions, and more, are discussed in this week’s episode ‘Social Media Users’ Status: Feeling Conflicted.’

References

Gottfried, J. (2024, January 31). Americans’ social media use. Pew Research Center. https://www.pewresearch.org/internet/2024/01/31/americans-social-media-use/

Orlowski, J. (Director). (2020). The Social Dilemma [Movie]. Netflix. https://www.netflix.com/watch/81254224

Shearer, E. (2023, April 18). Podcasts as a source of news and information. Pew Research Center. https://www.pewresearch.org/journalism/2023/04/18/podcasts-as-a-source-of-news-and-information/

The Knowledge Project Podcast. (2021, February 16). How to get more done and avoid distractions: Nir Eyal. YouTube. https://youtu.be/1wW9Ouw4dCo?si=d0jlspI_c1J-y7l7

Ünlüsoy, A., Leander, K. M., & de Haan, M. (2022). Rethinking sociocultural notions of learning in the digital era: Understanding the affordances of networked platforms. E-Learning and Digital Media, 19(1), 78–92. https://doi.org/10.1177/20427530211032302

Decoding Deception: Navigating the Maze of Disinformation (Nada and Nicholas)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 13 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Step into the realm of digital deception with Nada and Nick in today's riveting episode. Delve deep into the intricate maze of disinformation and its effect on our perceptions. From the political landscape to the COVID-19 pandemic, no topic is off-limits as they unravel the role of social media in perpetuating falsehoods. Make sure to tune in as this podcast is not to be missed!

References

Bulger, M., & Davison, P. (2018). The promises, challenges, and futures of media literacy. Journal of Media Literacy Education, 10(1), 1-21.

Pereira, P. S., Silveira, A. D. S., & Pereira, A. (2020). Disinformation and conspiracy theories in the age of COVID-19. Frontiers in Sociology, 5, 560681. https://doi.org/10.3389/fsoc.2020.560681

Shu, K., Bhattacharjee, A., Alatawi, F., Nazer, T. H., Ding, K., Karami, M., & Liu, H. (2020). Combating disinformation in a social media age. Wiley Interdisciplinary Reviews: Data Mining and Knowledge Discovery, 10(6), https://doi.org/10.1002/widm.1385

Spies, S. (2020, January 22). Producers of Disinformation. MediaWell Research Review. https://mediawell.ssrc.org/research-reviews/producers-of-disinformation/

FAUX News and the Rose and Zach Power Hour (Rose and Zach)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 06 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0500

Join two podcast hosts of questionable sanity as they dive into the world of misinformation this week on the Rose and Zach Power Hour. Marvel as they debate the beauty and pitfalls of the fake news world across the media landscape, including on social media, cable news, and the podcasting world (Podcastception!), with data provided by the Pew Research Center.

References

Shearer, E. (2021, January 12). More than eight-in-ten Americans get news from digital devices. Pew Research Center. https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2021/01/12/more-than-eight-in-ten-americans-get-news-from-digital-devices/

Remixing - Not Just for DJs (Sabrina, Mike, Tanjina and Romulo)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Thu, 22 Feb 2024 08:07:36 -0500

Sabrina, Mike, Tanjina and Romulo delve into thought-provoking discussions on remixes as both art and educational tools. Drawing from Ferguson’s video and Knobel and Lankshear’s work, they tackle the multifaceted role of remixing in education. Discover insights into utilizing remixing as a teaching tool and empowering students through creative expression. Tune in to unlock the potential of remixes in fostering originality and enriching the learning experience.

References

Ferguson, K. (2023, March 21). Everything is a remix (Complete updated 2023 edition). [Video]. https://youtu.be/X9RYuvPCQUA?si=A0A_oAFpnes62vlS

James, K. (2015). Mapping critical media literacy onto iterative remix practices. In P. Schmidt & A. Lazar (Eds.), Reconceptualizing literacy in the new age of multiculturalism and pluralism: A tribute to Peter Mosenthal (2nd ed., pp. 125–150). Charlotte, NC: Information Age Publishing.

Knobel, M., & Lankshear, C. (2008). Remix: The art and craft of Endless Hybridization. Journal of Adolescent & Adult Literacy, 52(1), 22–33. https://doi.org/10.1598/jaal.52.1.3

Manioudaki, A. (2023). Vincent van Gogh copying other artists. Daily Art Magazine. Retrieved February 18, 2024, from https://www.dailyartmagazine.com/van-gogh-copy/

Unveiling the Power of Multimedia: A Deep Dive into its Impact on Education and Beyond (Michael and Matthew)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 14 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Michael and Matthew sit down and have a conversation about Multimedia. They looked at what multimedia consists of and how it can be utilized in different classroom settings to address individual students' learning needs. They also talked about how multimedia can be seen or used in everyday life, and gave their predictions on its exciting future.

References

Bagley, D. (2023, October 30). The power of interactive notebooks. Studies Weekly. https://www.studiesweekly.com/the-power-of-interactive-notebooks/

Center for Teaching & Learning. (n.d.). Explore multimedia & flipping the classroom. Digital Learning & Innovation. https://www.bu.edu/dli/what-we-do/teach-with-technology/explore-multimedia-flipping-the-classroom/

Noobzmedia. (2023, December 28). The future of multimedia: Emerging trends to watch in 2024. Medium. https://noobzmedia.medium.com/the-future-of-multimedia-emerging-trends-to-watch-in-2024-noobzmedia-com-768edc4ae45f

Virtual Communities (Jillian, Justin, and Giovanni)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 08 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0500

In this podcast, Jillian, Justin, and Giovanni discuss what digital literacy is, Virtual Communities, and the importance of teaching safety when it comes to kids and technology.

References

Mallon, M. (2020, September 3). Megan Mallon. Leading Lines. https://leadinglinespod.com/episodes/episode-71megan-mallon/

Ito, M., Arum, R., Conley, D., Gutiérrez, K., Kirshner, B., Livingstone, S., … S. Craig Watkins. (2020). The Connected Learning Research Network: Reflections on a decade of engaged scholarship. Irvine, CA. Retrieved from https://clalliance.org/publications/

Malik, Z., & Haidar, S. (2020). Online community development through social interaction — K-Pop stan Twitter as a community of practice. Interactive Learning Environments, 31(2), 733–751. http://doi.org/10.1080/10494820.2020.1805773

Sun, Q., & Zhu, Y. (2022, July 19). Teaching analysis for visual communication design with the perspective of digital technology. Computational and mathematical methods in medicine. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9325565/

Reality Check (Ashley and Kyle)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 18 Oct 2023 10:12:37 -0400

In this week's episode, Kyle and Ashley dive into a discussion on disinformation. What is it and how is it different than misinformation? Do the words “fake news” and “voter fraud” ring a bell? How is it spread and by whom? Your favorite social media influencer may be an offender. And what can we do about it? Kyle and Ashley examine the 2016 and 2020 election and how disinformation was used as a tactic to sway political outcomes. The Palestinian-Israeli conflict is briefly examined as a new hurdle in the battle against disinformation. Pulling on research from Geoff Nunberg from NPR and Samuel Spies’ research on Producers of Disinformation, Reality Check is sure to break it all down for you this week. We hope that you enjoy!

References

Nunberg, G. (2019, December 30). 'Disinformation' is the Word of the Year — and a sign of what's to come. NPR. https://www.npr.org/2019/12/30/790144099/disinformation-is-the-word-of-the-year-and-a-sign-of-what-s-to-come

Spies, S. (2020). Producers of disinformation. MediaWell. https://mediawell.ssrc.org/research-reviews/producers-of-disinformation/

Misinformation Station (Joshua, Luca, and Victoria)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 11 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0400

On this episode of The Misinformation Station, hosts Joshua, Luca, and Victoria discuss the topic of Misinformation and how it relates to echo chambers, filter bubbles, and confirmation bias. They speak on events such as PizzaGate, Nationwide Emergency Alert, and the COVID-19 pandemic. The group questions the extent of the effects of misinformation, social media’s role in amplifying this spread, and how misinformation can lead to skepticism. Their discussion highlights the importance of researching from credible sources and being digitally literate.

References

Spies, S. (2019, October 22). Contexts of misinformation. MediaWell. https://mediawell.ssrc.org/research-reviews/contexts-of-misinformation/

Spies, S. (2020, July 30). How misinformation spreads. MediaWell. https://mediawell.ssrc.org/research-reviews/how-misinformation-spreads/

Veritasium. (2016, August 11). Is most published research wrong? [Video]. YouTube. https://youtu.be/42QuXLucH3Q?si=xPmdzL4TyCP3GbZK

"Hey You, You're Finally Awake" (Caroline and Sareem)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 27 Sep 2023 18:39:59 -0400

Sareem and Caroline discuss remixing and how it affects and influences modern arts, music, movies, and gaming. They discuss their own experiences with remixing to develop their artistic style and the development of AI generated images and technologies while considering the risks of AI in our society and how it can affect the development of young artists.

References

Everything is a Remix (Complete Updated 2023 Edition). (n.d.). Youtube. Retrieved September 26, 2023

Exploring Principles: Media that Works for You! (Autumn and Skyla)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 20 Sep 2023 09:54:27 -0400

This week, your hosts go into what multimedia is and how it can help benefit the classroom. They look into its many principles and some tips and tricks on how to master this beneficial topic. They go into more detail on the science behind it and how sometimes, this teaching method could actually hurt students instead of help. But have no fear! Your hosts go into how you can successfully use multimedia to grab your students attention and create an interesting and captivating lesson!

References

English, L. (2023, April 25). How to use multimedia effectively in your classroom? Learn Laugh Speak Retrieved from: https://learnlaughspeak.com/how-to-use-multimedia-effectively-in-your-classroom/

Hung, Aaron. (2023, September 5). What is multimedia learning?

Hung, Aaron. (2023, September 11). Multimedia Principle.

Hung, Aaron. (2023, September 18). Coherence Principle.

Mayer, R. E. (2021). Multimedia learning (3rd ed.). Cambridge, England: Cambridge University Press.

Picture this: Exploring Digital literacy and Imagery (Gaby and Liv)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 13 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Join Gaby and Liv as they explore the dynamic fusion of digital literacy and visual storytelling. They dive into the power of images, dissect digital art, and unravel the responsibilities of digital citizenship, speaking on their own experiences both as students and future educators. Discover how images enhance education and learn valuable resources to boost your digital imagery skills. Embark on a creative journey that blends art, technology, and critical thinking. Tune in for captivating discussions on the art of the digital age!

References

Bunt, B. (2011, June 11). LeWitt. Brogan Bunt. Retrieved from: https://broganbunt.net.

Harrison, K. (n.d.). What is visual literacy? Retrieved from: https://visualliteracytoday.org.

Lopes, D. (2009). From the author’s perspective: A philosophy of computer art. American Society for Aesthetics. Retrieved from: https://aesthetics-online.org/page/LopesComputer.

McCorduck, P. (n.d.). Aaron's code: Meta-art, artificial intelligence and the work of Harold Cohen. {Software} Structures. Retrieved from: https://artport.whitney.org.

Taylor, G. D. (2001). The machine that made science art: The troubled history of computer art 1983-1989 [Thesis, The University of Western Australia]. Leonardo. https://leonardo.info/leonardo-abstracts-service.

Thompson, D. S. (2019). Teaching students to critically read digital images: A visual literacy approach using the DIG method. Journal of Visual Literacy, 38(1-2), 110-119. https://doi.org/10.1080/105114x.2018.1564604.

Get Connected (For Free) with Connected Learning! (Kayla, Samantha and Tonianne)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 07 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -0500

For this week's podcast, Tonianne, Kayla, and Samantha discuss the importance of connected learning and the strides made in today's educational climate! They refer to the levels of connected learning between relationships, diversity, and personal experiences. "The Connected Learning Research Network" focuses on the importance of the classroom and the desire to create a safe space for individual student relationships. The three also discuss the young students mentioned in the reading and the importance of their experiences. They all agree that even though it's a work in progress, Connected Learning is fundamental to the development of every student.

References

Connected Learning Alliance (2018). About connected learning. Retrieved December 5, 2022, Retrieved from https://clalliance.org/about-connected-learning/

Ito, M., Arum, R., Conley, D., Guttiérez, K., Kirshner, B., Livingstone, S., Michalchik, V., Penuel, W., Peppler, K., Pinkard, N., Rhodes, J., Salen Tekinbaş, K., Schor, J., Sefton-Green, J., & Craig Watkins, S. (2020). The Connected Learning Research Network: Reflections on a Decade of Engaged Scholarship. Irvine, CA: Connected Learning Alliance.

Bonus Episode: The New Age of Learning (Brianna, Lauren, and Michelle)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Fri, 11 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -0500

In this bonus podcast, Lauren, Brianna and Michelle dive into social media and education. They focus on the positives and negatives of Twitter and its use in the classroom referencing both the Tang and Hew article and the Twittering About Learning article. Referring to the Megan Mallon podcast, they talk about why digital literacy and digital citizenship is important. Then they add in pieces of their own personal experiences with Twitter and social media as a whole. To end off the podcast, they talk about how they have experienced social media use in the classroom in the past.

References

Kurtz, J. (2008, November 30). Twittering about learning: Using Twitter in an elementary school classroom. https://eric.ed.gov/?id=EJ859276

Mallon, M., & Mallon, M. (Hosts). (2020, January 20). Megan Mallon [Episode 71]. In Leading Lines.

Tang, Y., & Hew, K. F. (2017). Using Twitter for education: Beneficial or simply a waste of time? Computers & Education, 106, 97-118. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.compedu.2016.12.004

Successes and Setbacks of Social Media in Education (Metin, Stephanie and Victoria)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 09:50:04 -0500

On this week’s podcast Victoria, Metin, and Stephanie explore the positives and negatives of using social media in the classroom, as well as the impact it has had on art education. While social media continues to evolve and shape the lives of students, educators have started to incorporate it into their lessons as a way to make learning relevant and engaging. In doing so, certain challenges have surfaced. During their discussion, they provide insight from the perspectives of elementary and secondary teachers by sharing personal anecdotes from their own experiences as teachers.

References

Greenhow, C., & Lewin, C. (2016). Social media and education: reconceptualizing the boundaries of formal and informal learning. Learning, Media and Technology, 41(1), 6-30. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/17439884.2015.1064954

McDaniel, R. (2016-Present). Leading Lines [Audio podcast]. Vanderbilt Center for Teaching and The Jean and Alexander Heard Libraries. https://leadinglinespod.com/

Tang, Y., & Hew, K. F. (2017). Using Twitter for education: Beneficial or simply a waste of time? Computers & Education, 106, 97-118. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.compedu.2016.12.004

Daily Dose of Addiction (Brianna, Lauren, and Michelle)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 02 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Have you ever felt your phone vibrate but there were no notifications? Has someone ever told you that you are addicted to social media? In this week’s podcast, Lauren, Brianna, and Michelle dive into addiction and its relation to social media. They start off diving a little bit into their own social media usage. They then reference Boyd’s article and talk about why teens seem to have “less freedom” than ever before and mention how the “addiction” relates to phantom vibration syndrome. To end the conversation, they tie in the “Social Dilemma” documentary on Netflix and Feifer’s “You are not “addicted” to social media” podcast.

References

boyd, d. (2014). It’s complicated: The social lives of networked teens. New Haven, CT: Yale University Press.

Feifer, J. (Host). (2021, May 27). You are not “addicted” to technology. (No. 41). [Audio podcast episode]. In Build for tomorrow. https://www.jasonfeifer.com/episode/you-are-not-addicted-to-technology/

Orlowski , J. (Director) (2020) The social dilemma [Documentary]. Exposure Labs. https://netflix.com/title/81254224

Seeker. (2014, July 28). Why Do We Feel Phantom Phone Vibrations? [Video]. YouTube. https://youtu.be/JnyXzgR_pAo

Faux News, Disinformation Discourse on Your Social Media (Jazmyn, John and Joseph)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 19 Oct 2022 13:50:56 -0400

Have you ever been a victim of fake news? This week’s episode focuses on the topic of disinformation on the internet. The J-Birds (Jazmyn, John, and Joe,) dig deep into different producers of disinformation, their motives behind creating such content and then address ways to combat the spread of disinformation from the classroom to your daily life.

References

Bulger, M., & Davison, P. (2018). The Promises, Challenges, and Futures of Media Literacy. Journal of Media Literacy Education, 10(1), 1–21. https://doi.org/10.23860/jmle-2018-10-1-1

Spies, S. (2020, February 13). Producers of Disinformation - Version 1.2, V1.1.
MediaWell, Social Science Research Council. https://mediawell.ssrc.org/literature-reviews/producers-of-
disinformation/versions/1-1/

TEDx Talks. (2021, April 29). How to recognize disinformation and how to stop it | Deb Lavoy | TEDxAtlanta [Video]. YouTube. Retrieved October 19, 2022, from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ubPQm63_7c

Misinformation! What Can We Do About It?

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 12 Oct 2022 09:01:38 -0400

Alexandra, Noelle and Jen discuss the phenomenon of selective perception and how it causes social media users to not only believe faulty information but to also spread it. Using this week’s readings by Spies as a springboard, as well as the video on Selective Perception and a blog post by Harvard's Program on Negotiation, the trio explores the difference between misinformation and disinformation, selective perception and how it relates to echo chamber effects, the inconclusive research currently out there regarding how and why misinformation spreads and finally, what educators and even private citizens can do to stop the spread without entirely jeopardizing the public’s faith in the media.

References

Hung, A. C. Y. (2021, October 5). Selective perception [Video]. Youtube.

PON Staff. (2019, November 26th). The anchoring effect and it can impact your negotiation [The anchoring effect is a cognitive bias that describes the common human tendency to rely too heavily on the first piece of information offered]. Retrieved from
https://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/negotiation-skills-daily/the-drawbacks-of-goals/

Spies, S. (2020, April 29). Contexts of misinformation. Mediawell. https://mediawell.ssrc.org/literature-reviews/contexts-of-misinformation/versions/1-1/

Spies, S. (2020, July 20). How misinformation spreads. Mediawell. https://mediawell.ssrc.org/literature-reviews/how-misinformation-spreads/versions/1-0/

Schmidt, P. R., & Lazar, A. (2016). CHAPTER 5: Mapping Critical Media Literacy onto Iterative Remix Practice. In Reconceptualizing Literacy in the New Age of Multiculturalism and Pluralism. Information Age Publishing, Incorporated.

Remix, Ripoff, or Remastered? (Janine and Samantha)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 14:22:35 -0400

When thinking about the word “remix” what comes to mind? For Samantha and Janine, they first focused on songs but explored books, writings, images and movies as all remixes. Looking at Ferguson Everything is a remix video online, James remix practice article, as well as “Is originality dead?” podcast from the art of education university online. Using these, we focused on explaining what remix culture is and how useful or harming copying/remixing is in society and in teaching.

Tim Bogatz, Andrew McCormick (2015). Is Originality Dead?: Ep. 001. The Art of Education University. https://theartofeducation.edu/podcasts/episode-001-the-origins-of-art/#transcript

Let's Connect Your Learning (Amanda and Samantha)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 08 Dec 2021 09:14:25 -0500

In today’s episode with Amanda and Sam, they discuss the importance of Connected Learning and how it will relate to educators and their classrooms. While they are both physical education teachers, stay tuned while they discuss different ways Connected Learning can be used to help promote a healthy lifestyle. Ever hear of the “4C’s” or “learning styles”? Yeah? In today's episode they also discuss the Tesia Marshik TED Talk based on Learning styles & the importance of critical self-reflection as well as Soule and Warrick’s article related to the importance of the 21st century “survival skills.” Tune in to find out their take on connected learning and how they will incorporate connected learning to their world/ how you can too!

References

Ito et al. (2020) The Connected Learning Research Network: Reflections on a decade of engaged scholarship. Irvine, CA: Connected Learning Alliance.

Marshik, T. (2015, April) Learning styles & the importance of critical self-reflection [Video] TED Conferences. https://youtu.be/855Now8h5Rs.

Soulé, H., & Warrick, T. (2015). Defining 21st century readiness for all students: What we know and how to get there. Psychology of Aesthetics, Creativity, and the Arts, 9(2), 178–186. http://doi.org/10.1037/aca0000017.

Student to Influencer (Brynn and Samantha)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 10 Nov 2021 09:01:44 -0500

In this week's podcast, Brynn and Samantha talk about using social media in the classroom. Together they address concerns people have about social media in the classroom, talk about their own experiences with social media and school, ways to use social media in the classroom, online safety, cyberbullying, including the parents, and using social media to get the students interested in school. This discussion will reference two of the reading and one outside reading.

References

Greenhow, C., & Lewin, C. (2016). Social media and education: reconceptualizing the boundaries of formal and informal learning. Learning, Media and Technology, 41(1), 6–30. http://doi.org/10.1080/17439884.2015.1064954

Holland, B. (2013, June 18). Introducing social media to elementary students. Edutopia. Retrieved from: https://www.edutopia.org/blog/introducing-social-media-lower-elementary-beth-holland

Tang, Y., & Hew, K. F. (2017). Using Twitter for education: Beneficial or simply a waste of time? Computers and Education, 106, 97–118. http://doi.org/10.1016/j.compedu.2016.12.004

The Social Overdose (Christina and Gabby)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 03 Nov 2021 09:00:00 -0400

Is society’s collective engagement with social media considered addictive? Tech critics say yes, but addiction researchers hesitate to agree. In this episode, Gabby and Christina delve deeply into social media usage. As they analyze the evolution of Big Tech companies and how social media is impacting the highly malleable teenage generation, Christina and Gabby take a magnified, hard look at their own relationships with social media.

References

boyd, d. (2014). It’s complicated: The social lives of networked teens. New Haven, CT: Yale University Press.

Feifer, J. (2021) You are not "addicted" to technology. Build For Tomorrow. Retrieved from: https://www.jasonfeifer.com/episode/you-are-not-addicted-to-technology/

Solon, O and Finn, T (October 5, 2021) Facebook whistleblower tells Congress social network is 'accountable to no one.' NBC News. Retrieved from: https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/facebook-whistleblower-tell-congress-social-network-accountable-no-one-n1280786

Stanborough, R (October 17, 2019) How to tell if you could be addicted to your phone. Healthline. Retrieved from: https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/cell-phone-addiction

Dys-Info-topia (Ian and Jiewen)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 20 Oct 2021 08:57:01 -0400

In this episode, Ian and Jiewen will touch base on the topic of disinformation. They will first talk about what disinformation is and how it is different from misinformation. As they delve deeper into this topic, they draw on the reading: Producers of Disinformation - Version 1.2 (Spies, 2020) to talk about how disinformation affects us when it comes to demographics and what caused the spread of the disinformation. Discussions in this episode will include examining examples of disinformation they have come across to support their points, along with the reading: Deepfakes Are Going To Wreak Havoc On Society. We Are Not Prepared (Toews, 2020). Lastly, they will relate to the reading: The Promises, Challenges, and Futures of Media Literacy (Bulger & Davison, 2018) and jump into the conversation on what actions educators, private entities, as well as the government should take to stop the spread of disinformation.

References

Bulger, M. and Davison, P. (2018) The promises, challenges, and futures of media literacy. Data & Society. Retrieved from: https://datasociety.net/library/the-promises-challenges-and-futures-of-media-literacy/

Spies, S. (February 13, 2020) Producers of disinformation. Mediawell. Retrieved from: https://mediawell.ssrc.org/literature-reviews/producers-of-disinformation/versions/1-1/

Toews, R. (May 25, 2020). Deepfakes are going to wreak havoc on society. We are not prepared. Forbes. Retrieved from: https://www.forbes.com/sites/robtoews/2020/05/25/deepfakes-are-going-to-wreak-havoc-on-society-we-are-not-prepared

K(no)w Truth (Julie and Ashley)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 13 Oct 2021 09:00:00 -0400

This podcast, titled K(no)w Truth, is a brief introduction to how misinformation spreads and its potential impacts on society. It looks at some of the research that social scientists have been compiling to decide how or if misinformation is affecting society.

References

Seitz, A. and Fingerhut, H. (2021, October 8) Americans agree misinformation is a problem, poll shows. Associated Press. https://apnews.com/article/coronavirus-pandemic-technology-business-health-misinformation-fbe9d09024d7b92e1600e411d5f931dd

Spies, S. (2020, April 29) Contexts of misinformation. Mediawell. https://doi.org/10.35650/MD.2003.d.2019

Spies, S. (2020, July 30) How misinformation spreads. Mediawell. https://doi.org/10.35650/MD.2069.d.2020

Show, Don't Tell (Michael and Yanru)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 13:21:11 -0400

In this episode, Michael and Yanru begin by defining multimedia and what it means to use the multimedia principle in a learning environment. They speak on ways they've used multimedia in courses both as students and as instructors. They also bring up a reading from another class–Technology and Instructional Design–the Fish Story used in Donovan and Bransford (2004) Introduction and how multimedia could have helped the poor novice fish visualize life outside that pond.

References

Clark, R. C., & Mayer, R. E. (2016). e-Learning and the science of instruction. Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

Donovan, M. S., & Bransford, J. D. (2005). Introduction. In M. S. Donovan & J. D. Bransford (Eds.), How students learn (pp. 1–28). Washington, DC: The National Academies Press.

Picture This: A Discussion on Imagery (Carissa and Maria)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Thu, 16 Sep 2021 08:54:46 -0400

In this week’s podcast, Carissa and Maria will be taking a closer look at imagery and visual literacy. They will examine what exactly visual literacy is, how to make content visually appealing, how to incorporate imagery into a classroom, and most importantly, why it’s important to incorporate in a classroom (especially in this new age of social media). Listen to hear more about how they feel about this topic!

Sources:

Apkon, S. (2013). The age of the image: Redefining literacy in the world of screens. New York: NY: Farrar, Straus and Giroux.

Cordell, D. M. (2015). Using images to teach critical thinking skills: Visual literacy and digital photography. Santa Barbara, CA: Libraries Unlimited.

Duncum, P. (2015). A journey toward an art education for wired youth. Studies in Art Education: A Journal of Issues and Research, 56(4), 295-306. https://doi.org/10.1080/00393541.2015.11518972

Marlon, J. (2021, September 7). How to effectively show climate change in 25 images " Yale Climate connections. Yale Climate Connections. Retrieved September 16, 2021, from https://yaleclimateconnections.org/2021/09/how-to-effectively-show-climate-change-in-25-images/.

Making Connections (Grace and Natalie)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 05 May 2021 09:10:14 -0400

Connected learning has become a trend. When students connect with the world with the support of families, mentors, and friends, their interests become more than interests but passions and even the starting point for their careers. In this episode, Natalie and Grace will share their connected learning experience. This podcast is not only a reflection on Ito's Connected Learning book but also a reflection on how to support student development.

You Have A Notification From Social Media (Graziela, Kuan, and Grace)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 14 Apr 2021 09:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Graziela, Kuan, and Grace deep dived into the discussion of social media use in education and shared their social media experiences in teaching and learning. How do you feel when you receive notifications from classmates, teachers, and students on social media (whether on Twitter or Facebook)? Besides, this episode discusses how social media breaks down the boundaries between formal and informal learning and creates opportunities for connected learning.

References

Anderson, M., & Jiang, J. (2018). Teens, social media & technology 2018. Pew Research Center, 31(2018), 1673-1689.

Colley, H., Hodkinson, P., and Malcolm, J. (2003). Informality and formality in learning: A report for the learning and skills research centre. London: LSRC.

Khetrapal, G. (2017). The wheel of modern education. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2YwWVYX8QkE

Selwyn, N. (2011). Social media in higher education. In A. Gladman (Ed.) The Europa World of Learning (pp. 1-9). London: Routledge.

Social Media and Teens (Gaynel)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Fri, 09 Apr 2021 09:00:00 -0400

On this bonus episode, Gaynel discusses how teenagers view their privacy on social and how their views on privacy differs from that of adults, especially their parents. Making references to danah boyd's article "It's complicated," Gaynel discusses how teenagers view their online present and their privacy. Teenagers believe that not because you have access to the content means you have access to the meaning and that shows you that they do value their privacy and share only what they deems need sharing.

Social Media Summit (Matt, Dianna and Brooke)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 07 Apr 2021 09:00:00 -0400

On this week’s episode, Matt, Dianna and Brooke discuss the dangers and drawbacks of the world’s fixation with social media, and the possible damage it may do to their students at various grade levels. Reflecting on danah boyd’s “It’s Complicated”, and Jason Feifer’s “What Will We Fear Next?” podcast, along with current government practices in China, the trio spin a satisfying symphony of thoughts on the matter.

References

boyd, d. (2014) It's complicated

Fiefer, J. (2020) What will we fear next?

Spies Shows Lies, Misinformation and Citizen Control (John, Victoria, and Natalie)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 10 Mar 2021 09:00:00 -0500

In this episode, John, Victoria, and Natalie discuss misinformation and disinformation in the digital media. The trio dived into how misinformation has become relevant on social media over the course of the past 5 years. They also discussed how misinformation has made its way into the world of politics and how ideological echo chambers and filter bubbles connect to polarization on the internet. Finally, the three explored how misinformation is relevant to the current state of the COVID-19 pandemic.

References

Rodrigo (2021) Twitter to label posts with vaccine misinformation

Spies (2020) How misinformation spreads

Spies (2020) Contexts of misinformation

Twitter (2021) Updates to our work on COVID-19 vaccine misinformation

There's No Algorithm for the 21st Century IRL (Simon and Jade)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 03 Feb 2021 09:10:01 -0500

On this week's podcast, Simon Swist and Jade Tabor primarily discuss the work of Ito et al. (2020), which focuses on "connected learning," a seemingly more holistic approach to education that incorporates socio-cultural contexts, multiple literacies, and technology into curricula. With additional references to Soule and Warrick (2015), as well as Ken Robinson's talk on Changing Paradigms, we ultimately conclude that there are no alternatives to real-life interactions. Technology itself is merely a tool we can use to enhance learning experiences and our lives, but not to completely replace those human connections and interactions we need to develop crucial 21st century skills.

Reshaping Education the Social Media Way (Samantha, Cheyenne, and Marshaun)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Fri, 13 Nov 2020 08:44:04 -0500

This week's episode of the digital literacy podcast is on Social Media and Education. Samantha, Cheyenne, and Marshaun explore how social media can be used as an assessment tool, our experience with the Twitterverse in relation to this week's readings, and how social media can relate to connected learning. During the episode we try to understand this week's readings and make personal connections to our own learning.

References

Kind, E. (2015) Social media for lifelong learning. International Review of Psychiatry, 27(2), 124-132.

Disinformation Information Disentanglement (Jessica, Alex and Ernesto)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 07 Oct 2020 09:00:00 -0400

References

Bulger and Davison (2018) The promises, challenges, and futures of media literacy

Manjoo (2011) True enough

Spies (2020) Producers of disinformation

"It's the Remix to Cognition" (Brandon, Richie and Nick)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 30 Sep 2020 10:00:00 -0400

References

Axis of Awesome - Four Chord Song: Popular comedic take on a "mashup"

Ferguson (2015) Everything is a remix

James (2016) Mapping critical media literacy onto iterative remix practice

Knobel and Lankshear (2008) The art and craft of endless hybridization

Madeon - Pop Culture: Producer who famously sampled 39 different songs to not only create an original "mashup," but also perform it in real-time.

Teachers Pay Teachers (discussed) | Additional TPT Reading

Time King - Tank! (Yoko Kanno and The Seatbelts/Cowboy Bebop Cover): For fun: Brandon and Richie are part of a prog rock band called Time King. The band often performs and records rock renditions of iconic anime and video game themes. This one is a rendition of "Tank!" from the classic anime, Cowboy Bebop. Original jazz-oriented theme.

'Cuz You Know We are Living in a Visual World (Katherine, Adriana, and Dana)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 16 Sep 2020 10:00:00 -0400

References

Apkon (2013) All the world’s a screen (Excerpt from The age of the image)

Burnham and Elliot (2011) Teaching in the art museum: Interpretation as experience

Cordell (2015) Using images to teach critical thinking skills

Duncum (2015) A journey toward an art education for wired youth

Music: “Earning Happiness” by John Bartman. From the Free Music Archive CC0 1.0 Universal License.

Bonus Episode: Taking Advantage of the Learning and Writing Centers

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 13 May 2020 09:00:00 -0400

Bonus episode from The Conversation. Our guest this week is Brandon Dove, the Coordinator of Virtual Campus and Online Services at the Learning and Writing Centers. Brandon discusses what these centers are, and how students can take advantage of them to succeed and become better learners. Click here to subscribe to new episodes!

Links

Brandon's introduction video for the Writing Center

The Learning Center website

The Writing Center website

List of skills you can develop

Scheduling an appointment

Design Thinking in Education (Christopher)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 06 May 2020 09:00:00 -0400

This is a Podcast on Design Thinking in Education. Christopher discusses the definition of Design Thinking. He then goes over the Main Procedures students learn to follow. Then he provides a Project-Based Learning Plan for the students to learn how to use the process to solve their problem. Finally he describes the positive results students gain from learning design thinking and completing a solution. The final discussion is about resources and other options for Design Thinking.

Pros and Cons of Twitter in the Classroom (Shannon and Jeanell)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 22 Apr 2020 09:00:00 -0400

Shannon and Jeanell, both teachers, discuss the pros and cons of using Twitter and other social media platforms in the classroom. Listen as they explore different scenarios and ideas on how to implement social media and technology in their classrooms!

Resources
Greenhow and Lewin (2016) Social media and education: Reconceptualizing the boundaries of formal and informal learning

Tang and Hew (2017) Using Twitter for education: Beneficial or simply a waste of time?

Social Media in Education: Boon or Bane? (Dominic, Georgia and Christopher)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 15 Apr 2020 09:00:00 -0400

In this week’s podcast, we discuss various aspects of technological advancements and social media use in education. We analyze the episode, The telegraph, by Pessimists Archive (2019) to better understand the origins of concerns regarding the loss of privacy, moral corruption, and false news related to technological advancements. We also discuss the benefits and dangers of using social media for formal and informal learning and reflect on our experience using Twitter for #EDT501 to evaluate its use in education. Our group discussed all of the readings in our podcast Greenhow and Lewin (2016) Social media and education: Reconceptualizing the boundaries of formal and informal learning and Tang and Hew (2017) Using Twitter for education: Beneficial or simply a waste of time?

Introducing The Conversation

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Mon, 13 Apr 2020 09:00:00 -0400

The Conversation is a podcast I used to use for another class called Technology and Instructional Design. It used to be dedicated to conversations between myself as the instructor and the students. Given the big changes seen in education today, I have decided to evolve into a conversation with educators, students, parents, and administrators who have been impacted by this. This sample episode is the first from this series, with a faculty, a graduate student who is also a teacher, and an eighth grade student. The faculty and graduate student, as well as the co-host, Professor Clara Bauler, are also parents, who have to manage their children's education. I hope you enjoy this episode. Click here to subscribe!

Is Social Media Ruining Our Lives? (Julie, Marci and Nia)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 08 Apr 2020 09:00:00 -0400

Julie Garvey, Marci Imbrenda and Nia Thomas discuss the duality of social media. They explore whether or not we are losing our capacity for empathy as a society, what the benefits of social media are and how we as individuals can help educate our youth into being responsible users of social media.

Resources
So you've been publicly shamed by Ron Jonson

It's complicated by danah boyd

Black Mirror, Nosedive (Netflix)

The Pessimists Archive (2018), The novel

France 24 (2019) China ranks 'good' and 'bad' citizens with 'social credit' system

Perception is reality (Clakkey, Jeannell and Shannon)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 04 Mar 2020 09:30:00 -0500

In this episode, Clakkey, Jeannell and Shannon looked at the dictionary definition of literacy as well as that of the Global Alliance for Monitoring Learning and the The US National Association for Media Literacy Education. We then dissected it through the lens of Davison, Bulger and Majoo as well as our own experiences.

Mayer and Tufte: On designing effective presentations (Ricci and Kimberly)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 19 Feb 2020 09:00:00 -0500

In this podcast, Ricci and Kim discuss the different forms of visual presentation and its impact on learning. First they talk about the multimedia principle and how images affect our understanding. Then they move onto the modality principle and whether audio or text works best when paired with visuals. Lastly, they end with a discussion on the pitfalls of PowerPoint and their encounters with it.

Special thanks to Ellen Derr, who won the logo contest last semester!

Connected Learning (Emily, Teresa and Emeline)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 11 Dec 2019 09:00:00 -0500

We are going to discuss Connected Learning through the following talking points of economical, social, technological trends and the challenges they pose to the transformation of our current educational system. Learning is meaningful when it is part of valued relationships, shared practice, culture, and identity. Young people need connection and translation between in-school and out-of-school learning. We can engage students to help effectively shape their learning experiences, with the concepts of Connected Learning and Design thinking in mind, and we can mindfully make progressive actions towards constructing a new pathway for educational purposes.

Connected Learning (Colleen and Dakota)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 11 Dec 2019 09:00:00 -0500

In this podcast, we discuss the Draft New York State Computer Science and Digital Fluency Learning Standards. We provide a background on why and how the standards were developed and we break down how they are organized. Focusing on the digital literacy standards, we share personal anecdotes and ideas about how these standards can be implemented in the classroom, we reflect on how they might be modified to meet the needs of all students and we share our thoughts about the presence of technology in our everyday lives and the importance of a strong educational foundation in digital literacy.

Connected Learning (Jalesia, Kerri, and Christopher)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 11 Dec 2019 09:00:00 -0500

Lay back and listen as Jalesia, Kerri, and Christopher go through Connected Learning as well as give personal examples and discuss. Connected learning centers around deploying new media to reach and enable youth who otherwise lack access to opportunity. This is only the start of Connected Learning but in this podcast we talk about the possible future of connected learning and how this topic can venture off into becoming something as deep as an actual class where students are taught about it!

Design Thinking II (Christine and Elizabeth)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Thu, 21 Nov 2019 10:30:00 -0500

In our Podcast, we focused on a Ted Talk by TIm Brown about Design Thinking, and an article by Donaid A. Schön (Department of Urban Studies and Planning) titled “Teaching and learning as a design transaction.” Our conversation centered around communication and the issues surrounding the inherent misunderstandings that result. We used the examples from the video and article to illustrate this. We discussed the need for “giving reason” and “reciprocal reflection” as important pieces to Design Thinking. We also discussed the “Silent Game” and what teachers can take away from this activity. Our thoughts were focused on the need for awareness of multiple visions, the art of observation and reflection, to never make assumptions, and to embrace the excitement of discovery for both teacher and students. We closed with our thoughts on the bravery and leap of faith the education system must take to incorporate Design Thinking into the classroom.

Design Thinking II (Laura, Justine, Mary, and Eilene)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 20 Nov 2019 09:00:00 -0500

On this week's Digital Literacies and 21st Century Skills, Laura, Justine, Mary, and Eilene will be talking about Design Thinking 2. They will discuss the Schon (1992) Teaching and learning as a design transaction article, as well as Tim Brown, Urges Designers to Think Big, Ted Talk.

Design Thinking I (Maria, Shelby and Krystal)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 13 Nov 2019 09:30:00 -0500

Welcome to our Podcast on Design Thinking, a non-traditional learning style that may change the way you teach and learn forever. In this episode we discuss "abductive reasoning" which is the type of learning that goes along with design thinking. Abductive reasoning involves jumping into a problem without knowing all the information yet; it's a very hands on approach. In our talk we discussed our concerns with what using design thinking entails and through it you will learn the steps of the design process, why educators may want to use it, and how it's being applied places already. The information in the podcast is from the Burdick and Willis (2011) Digital learning, digital scholarship and design thinking reading and the Design thinking for educators toolkit.

Social Media and Wikipedia (Solveig and Byron)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 13 Nov 2019 09:00:00 -0500

In this podcast, Byron Stewart and Solveig Comer discuss social media, the reliability of Wikipedia, and the social aspects of Wikipedia behind the scenes. We also discuss how appropriate social media and wikipedia are for use in K-12 classrooms and look forward to digital literacy in the future.

Social Media II (Brooke, Christopher and Michael)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 30 Oct 2019 09:30:00 -0400

In this podcast from Brooke White, Chris Horton and Michael Califano, we address the debate over social media within the classroom. We connect our thoughts, ideas, and personal experiences concerning social media and technology use as a learning tool to current research and educational hypotheses. Thank you all for listening!

Social Media II (Julia and Miranda)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 30 Oct 2019 09:00:00 -0400

This Social Media II podcast covers a range of topics surrounding social media in today’s education system. We will be discussing social media platforms in the classroom, with a particular focus on Twitter and Facebook. We will discuss some examples as to when it has proven to be effective in the classroom, as well as some pitfalls to watch out for.

Readings that we referenced include: Greenhow and Lewin (2016) Social media and education and Tang and Hew (2017) Using Twitter for education.

Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Social Media I (Mary, Teresa, and Emeline)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 19:00:00 -0400

In our podcast, we touched on both the boyd and Ronson readings. After giving a brief overview of social media, as it’s discussed in boyd’s chapter, we presented both positive and negative aspects of social media. We all concluded with different ways we believed social media could be introduced to classrooms, specifically art and elementary classes.

Social Media I (Ellen, Nikki, and Elaheh)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 08:00:00 -0400

Welcome back! During their second episode of their podcast, Ellen Derr, Nikki Weber, and Elaheh Salari discuss social media. Their conversation focuses on this week's readings God That Was Awesome, Why Do Teens Seem Strange Online and an episode of Netflix's Black Mirror. They also discuss some of their personal views on social media and how it has impacted their lives. Thanks for listening!

Social Media I (Kerri, Elizabeth, and Dakota)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 07:00:00 -0400

The podcast’s main focus was about the Chinese social credit system and our view points on the system as a whole. As a team we collected our information from the video and reading (by Elgan) which was provided to us in class. The Chinese social credit system is in place to create an ideal “model citizen” in society based on rules and regulations. When a citizen does not obey the system they are “black listed” in a public shaming manner, of which can be humiliating to the individuals and their families as they are to be outcasted as pariahs. In the advancement of our technology, we as a society have been exposed to this social credit system similar to the Chinese, with companies that are now gaining power to “black list” customers. Now, the question is, when will this small amount of power become too much power?

Remix (Ellen, Nikki, and Elaheh)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Fri, 11 Oct 2019 09:00:00 -0400

We are living in a world where everything is a remix. During this episode, Ellen Derr, Nikki Weber, and Elaheh Salari discuss what the word remix means to them and how they can apply it in their professional lives as well as their personal lives. They also break down their favorite parts of Kirby Ferguson's video "Everything is a Remix Remastered." Thanks for listening!

Remix (Laura, Eilene, and Justine)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Thu, 10 Oct 2019 08:00:00 -0400

This week, Laura Erwin, Eilene Paul, and Justine Moody spoke about Remix. We discuss Remix in terms of What is remix? Is it to combine or edit material to create something new- first seen in music? What role does remix have in cultural production? We looked at the huge influence on our musical influences and styles, by adding and switching techniques and the video “everything is a remix”. How should educators use remix? We researched the concept of Remix, to answer these questions through Ferguson (2015) Everything is a remix, James (2016) Mapping critical media literacy onto iterative remix practice, and Knobel and Lankshear (2008) Remix: The art and craft of endless hybridization. We discuss all these topics and more in this episode.

Media Literacy II (Jalesia and Christopher)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 02 Oct 2019 09:00:00 -0400

Jalesia Williams and Christopher Schimpf discuss important topics introduced in the readings “(2015) Do we really need media education 2.0?” as well as “(2017) Media manipulation and disinformation online”. Students will also take a different approach on the podcast, Christopher Schimpf representing Media 1.0 as Jalesia Williams represents Media 2.0.

Media Literacy II (Emily, Julia, Krystal, and Shelby)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 02 Oct 2019 09:00:00 -0400

All people especially children learn from the media in their environments. What they see, what they hear and ultimately what they experience. This media surrounds us. How can we sort through the digital media today? Focusing on our role as educators and parents in the growing digital world that we live in today, we ourselves need to understand the media and the avenues of that media throughout our culture and the minds of our youth. With that, we need to discuss and work collectively to a unanimous and seamless integration of Media Literacy in the education system.

Media Literacy I (Michael and Christopher)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 25 Sep 2019 08:00:00 -0400

Michael and Chris discuss the three readings for Media Literacy, we focus on the main points of the readings and discuss their implications for teachers and other members of society. This week's readings were very interesting and spawned a good discussion that we hope you will enjoy and find helpful. We mostly discussed the two Manjoo readings but we did discuss Gee in the beginning.

Visual Literacy II (Brooke and Christine)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Thu, 19 Sep 2019 08:30:00 -0400

In this first podcast from Brooke White and Christine Owens, we discuss topics such as the Multimedia Principle and the Redundancy Principle. We connect our thoughts, ideas, and personal experiences concerning differentiation to current research and educational hypotheses. Lastly, we discuss Tufte’s stance on PowerPoint presentation and its effects on both the educator and the learner. Thank you for listening!

Visual Literacy II (Miranda, Colleen and Maria)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 18 Sep 2019 15:00:00 -0400

Our podcast focuses on the readings for Visual Literacy II. We review the Multimedia Principle and The Redundancy Principle by Clark and Mayer, and The cognitive style of PowerPoint by Tufte. We discuss different types of graphics and how they can effectively compliment text in eLearning and we talk about when text or graphics can be unnecessary or have a negative effect on the learner. Finally we share how PowerPoint, although a commonly used platform, is often ineffective and in certain cases, harmful, to audiences.

Visual Literacy I (Solveig and Byron)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Tue, 10 Sep 2019 15:00:00 -0400

In this first podcast from Byron Stewart & Solveig Comer, we discuss the topic of Visual Literacy and its role in educational settings. Included are our favorite terms related to visual literacy and how it has changed and continues to change education. Thanks for listening!

Social Media Revisited (Jennifer and Nico)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Fri, 07 Dec 2018 03:00:00 -0500

In our final episode for the semester, Jennifer and Nico revisit our discussion of social media as it relates to 21st century skills.

Connected Learning (Anthony and Nico)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Fri, 30 Nov 2018 05:00:00 -0500

In this podcast, Anthony and Nico discuss the Ito et al's Connected Learning reading. We go over what connected learning means and then we talk about experiences in our life where we learned something using connected learning. We then discuss some of the case studies done in the reading and give our thoughts on those and how they connect to some of the experiences that we have had in college.

Social Media I Revisited (Angela, Nitasha and Joanna)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 28 Nov 2018 05:00:00 -0500

We revisited social media and discussed several different class readings and videos we were exposed to in those weeks. We evaluated the Netflix Black Mirror Episode and talked about how it relates to our world now, where we see this today, and how we all felt about the concept. We also spoke about Impressions Management and whether or not we felt it was dishonest or normal/acceptable. Later we compared our views on the Chinese social media score video. Finally, we revisited and discuss the social media debate done by class.

Remix Revisited (Ann and Cinzia)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Mon, 26 Nov 2018 04:00:00 -0500

For our podcast this week, we (Cinzia and Ann) did a revisit of Remix and discussed the readings and video from that week. Based on the feedback given on our last Podcast, we did a bit more conversational back and forth, gave more personal incites and personal examples, and tried to make it a bit more interesting overall. We also added background music during the reading of quotes by Ferguson to give some emphasis to those segments.

Social Media I Revisited (Tammra, Jenna and Natalie)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 21 Nov 2018 06:00:00 -0500

During this podcast we revisited Social Media I. We focused on the readings from boyd (2014) Identity: Why do teens seem strange online? and Ronson (2015) God that was awesome. Additionally we talked about a few topics from these readings, including Impressions Management, Public Shaming, Social Media Score, and whether or not social media is good or bad for society.

Design Thinking II (Yi-Hsin and Xuemeng)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 05:00:00 -0500

We are talking about forms of thinking, deductive reasoning, inductive reasoning, and abductive reasoning. And we also talking about Tim Brown's TED Talk, and share our examples and ideas to introduce how design thinking is useful in our lives and how we use design thinking to innovate. We are interested in the silent game, which is used in teaching and learning, and we provide ideas about how it works in the classroom.

Media Literacy II Revisited (Angela, Brianna and Marissa)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 14 Nov 2018 16:00:00 -0500

The Podcast is a revisit on a topic we learned before regarding Media Literacy II. We used that week’s readings and videos to make connections from our personal lives, as well as connections to subsequent topics we learned, such as Social Media and Design Thinking. This podcast reinforces our learning about teaching media responsibly and engaging students.

Design Thinking II (Kayla and Marisa)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 06:00:00 -0500

For this weeks podcast, Marisa and I focused on Tim Brown's TED Talk, Professor Hung's video, and Donald Schon's reading Teaching and Learning as a Design Transaction. We started off by giving a quick overview of the different forms of thinking and how we relate to them. Then we wanted to talk more in depth about the TED talk example of solving problems in the world using design thinking. This came from his #CBDQ. We ended with the reading and how people have different ways of thinking about the same solution and how the silent game showed us the importance of "giving reason" to other people's thought process.

Design Thinking II (Lauren and Taryn)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 05:00:00 -0500

This podcast focuses primarily on Schon (1992) Teaching and learning as a design transaction reading. We do discuss briefly the Forms of Thinking video and the TED Talk. Our focus is on the idea of design thinking and communication. We were able to make connections to our own teaching experiences and this weeks reading.

Social Media I (Yi-Hsin and Xuemeng)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 24 Oct 2018 20:24:03 -0400

Latest episode of Digital Literacies and 21st Century Skills

Social Media I (Wendy, Xingyue and Shahee)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Tue, 23 Oct 2018 16:06:00 -0400

The topic of this episode is social media. Wendy, Xingyue and Shahee talk about two readings and a video. The first reading is Ronson's chapter on cyber violence. Then, they discuss boyd's article about the multiple identities of youth networks. Finally, since two of the podcasters are Chinese, Shahee and Xingyue discussed their viewpoints on the social credit system in China.

Social Media I (Ann and Cinzia)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Mon, 22 Oct 2018 11:25:56 -0400

For our podcast this week, Cinzia and Ann discuss both readings, the video and the Black Mirror Netflix episode. The readings they focus on were danah boyd’s "Identity: Why do teens seem strange online?", from her book "It's complicated," which talks about the trials and tribulations of today’s teens’ social life and interactions online, and their identity work in an online environment. They also talk about Jon Ronson’s “God that was awesome,” which highlighted the public shaming which occurs on social media in channels such as Twitter and the comparisons to real life shaming. They also discuss the France 24 video "China introduces ‘social credit score’ for citizens," which highlighted the social credit experiment happening today in China and the public shaming it employs to manipulate people’s behavior. And they speak briefly about the Black Mirror episode, Nosedive, whose plot concentrates on a social rating system in society in which people rate each other on a scale of 1-5 with every interaction they have and which impacts their socioeconomic status and, ultimately, their lives.

Remix (Nico and Anthony)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Thu, 18 Oct 2018 11:20:19 -0400

Nico and Anthony talk about fan fiction, Kirby Ferguson's "Everything is a Remix", Michele Knobel and Colin Lankshear, and Kedrick James.

Remix (Jennifer and Joanna)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Thu, 18 Oct 2018 11:18:51 -0400

Jennifer and Joanna discuss remix, Kirby Ferguson's "Everything is a Remix", Michele Knobel and Colin Lankshear, and Kedrick James.

Remix (Angela, Brianna and Marissa)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Thu, 11 Oct 2018 10:16:09 -0400

Angela, Brianna and Marissa discuss remix and education.

Media Literacy II (Tammra, Jenna and Natalie)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 03 Oct 2018 14:54:07 -0400

Tammra, Jenna and Natalie discuss Marwick and Lewis' "Media manipulation and disinformation online" and David Buckingham's "Do we really need media education 2.0?"

Media Literacy II (Taryn and Nitasha)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 03 Oct 2018 14:52:47 -0400

Taryn and Nitasha discuss Marwick and Lewis's "Media manipulation and disinformation online" and David Buckingham's "Do we really need media education 2.0?"

Media Literacy I (Kayla and Marisa)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 03 Oct 2018 14:50:39 -0400

Kayla and Marisa discuss James Paul Gee's "Digital media and learning as an emerging field" and Farhad Manjoo's "True Enough".

Visual Literacy II (Lauren and Angela)

EdTech @ AdelphiU — Wed, 03 Oct 2018 14:48:41 -0400

Lauren and Angela discuss Edward Tufte's "The Cognitive Style of PowerPoint" and Richard Mayer's Multimedia Principle and Redundancy Principle.