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Using Google Vids in higher education provides a streamlined approach to developing engaging AI-powered instructional content without requiring advanced video production skills. From an instructional design perspective, Google Vids supports key principles such as clarity, chunking of information, and multimedia learning by enabling educators to organize content into structured, visually supported segments. Creators can rapidly prototype and iterate on video-based lessons, aligning them with learning objectives while incorporating narration, visuals, and pacing that enhance student learning and engagement. Google Vids Overview- https://workspace.google.com/products/vids ToastEDU Podcast Website- https://learn.maricopa.edu/courses/1260717

This episode focuses on helping instructors, instructional designers, technologists, and course creators finish the semester with clarity while setting the stage for future improvement. Listeners are guided to evaluate what worked, what didn’t, and how media elements like videos, visuals, and course structure that either supported or slowed down student learning. Finally, we will discuss looking ahead to the summer as an opportunity for growth. It highlights the value of exploring new ideas in instructional media and experimenting with emerging tools, including AI-powered platforms like Google Vids, test a few tools, stay curious, and build a practical toolbox that supports more efficient and effective course content-design.  ToastEDU Podcast Website- https://learn.maricopa.edu/courses/1260717

Are we seeing a decline or the slow death of what we know as today of the traditional audio podcast?  Since the beginning, 2003 to 2004 sharing audio files using RSS feeds for automatic downloading for portable media players has been a format of audio sharing that changed how we learn, how we collaborate with like minded folks, and how we were entertained by stories or life journeys from complete strangers. 5 As we see a decline in listenership, podcasts are definitely going through a transitioning phase that are maturing and evolving and maybe not necessarily going away entirely.

Wireless audio benefits every aspect of video creation and content you create for your students. Freedom of movement, high quality sound and compatibility with so many devices makes this wireless microphone by the Australian company Rode called the Rode Wireless Me a huge asset for anyone creating instructional videos. This podcast will focus on the specific product: Rode Wireless Me microphone, but can be applied to any wireless device used with your smartphone or any video recording set up. We’ll get into sound quality, ease of use, benefits and affordability to create outstanding videos with great quality of audio that your students will appreciate. Rode Wireless Me Microphone Website ToastEDU Podcast Website- https://learn.maricopa.edu/courses/1260717

In this episode, Elizabeth Stuff, AFG representative, will go into detail about what Tuesday Tips are and how they can benefit the new adjunct faculty members at PVCC. In addition, Sam and Elizabeth will talk about how the AFG representative can help adjunct faculty members in general. We will conclude with a presentation of on campus Panorama accessibility assistance workshops for adjunct faculty held in November and December 2025. ToastEDU Podcast Website- https://learn.maricopa.edu/courses/1260717

For years, when we held a camera to take video, whether it was a camcorder or when we were introduced to iPhones in 2007, we all held our phones in horizontal mode.  Basically sideways.  Today with the ever growing trends of sharing video on social media, such as Instagram’s Reels and Tiktok, when should you shoot video in portrait or most commonly known as vertical mode? This episode will touch on the differences between horizontal vs vertical video formats, when to shoot in them, and tips for shooting video in formats that can be used for both social media and for widely popular horizontal video services such as YouTube. ToastEDU Podcast Website- https://learn.maricopa.edu/courses/1260717

In this episode, Sam and Caron will share how the Center for Teaching and Learning, and Employee Engagement (CTLEE) at PVCC is leveraging the power of technology in order to better serve the college as a hub of innovation.  Why did the newsletter go away?  How are they launching on demand content with YouTube shorts?  The CTLEE is letting go of the past and moving into the future by learning, changing and iterating. Books References- Your Brain on Art: How the Arts Transform Us Susan Magsamen and Ivy Ross The Art of Gathering: How We mMeet and Why it Matters Priya Parker Centers for Teaching and Learning: The New Landscape in Higher Education Mary C. Wright New CTLEE Youtube Channel- http://www.youtube.com/@PVCCCTLEE ToastEDU Podcast Website- https://learn.maricopa.edu/courses/1260717

With social media tools in the hands of practically everyone of your students, what are you doing to leverage this media to interact, innovate, collaborate and connect with your students? Now more than ever, we are much more connected online to content, which makes things much easier for instructors to gain a following by students using social media tools such as TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, etc. Join us today, as we go over seven key ways to use social media to enhance your classroom experience. Whether this is online instruction or face to face, these seven suggestions will for sure help you connect and collaborate with your students. ToastEDU Podcast Website- https://learn.maricopa.edu/courses/1260717 Top 10 Benefits of Using YouTube in the Classroom-https://edtech4beginners.com/2022/09/27/top-10-benefits-of-using-youtube-in-the-classroom/

What is Garageband?  Yes, we know it as usually some young teens in a garage banging away and experimenting with music trying to make the dream of becoming rock stars.  But in the digital media world. Garageband originally released in 2004 by Apple, the application enabled users of all levels to dive in and create music, edit and record audio at all skill levels. This free software comes with the ability to connect instruments, make sound loops, free use of pre-made loops and beats to create all kinds of fun digital media.  So what about sound editing, for example using Garageband to create, record, and edit podcasts? You’re in luck, this software is perfect for all levels of audio editing whether it’s a podcast or creating simple sound bites for instructional learning.  ToastEDU Podcast Website- https://learn.maricopa.edu/courses/1260717

Just Take the Pic! Camera or Phone for Travel Photography? It’s that time of year!  Vacations and traveling during the summer break!  So the question is, when you are traveling on family vacations or attending a work conference, which do you prefer to use, a typical point and shoot camera or your smartphone?  As summer comes to a close, this podcast will still touch on some ideology about basic uses of photography from a typical point and shoot camera vs a smart phone. Just in the last few years, digital photography with the use of smartphones has exploded with sophisticated sensors, intricate AI, powerful lenses, and the convenience of always having it with you. This episode will cover the pros and cons of using a smartphone vs a dedicated camera such as a DSLR, GoPro, or a mirrorless camera. As well this podcast will talk about a few examples as the host dives into what he uses on his travels and creative journeys. TOAST EDU Podcast Website- https://learn.maricopa.edu/courses/1260717

Who exactly is Sam?  The TOASTEDU podcast host Sam Fraulino here at Paradise Valley Community College spends some time talking with Dr. Caron Sada in an episode dedicated to our Creativity series. Dr. Caron Sada wants to turn the tables and interview Sam and dive into his creative background, his art, and everything related to his long career here at PVCC. Caron will share how she used ChatGPT to prepare for today’s interview. This fun and informative episode should be full of laughs and good creative and artistic storytelling, so join Dr. Sada and she plays podcast host and we get to learn the background and creative history of PVCC’s Instructional Multimedia developer Sam Fraulino.  TOAST EDU Podcast Website- https://learn.maricopa.edu/courses/1260717

When we think of creative tools or workflows, we usually think of pencils, markers, whiteboards and paper. However, Apple has always been a company that prides themselves on creating computers and software for creative folks. Over the last 10 years, the iPad and other tablets have exploded in the mainstream market. Not just for creative digital media folks, but everyone. I think it’s time we look at the iPad specifically and see what it can do and how it can improve workflows among creatives, but also how it can change the workflow of college faculty. This podcast will dive into a few aspects of how the iPad can improve workflow, especially using creative digital media tools, accessories, and applications that can benefit anyone. I will give my insight and experiences with using the iPad for over 11 years to create not only just digital media but how it benefits my workflow in my daily work environment. TOAST EDU Podcast Website- https://learn.maricopa.edu/courses/1260717

Creativity is iterative and Caron’s journey with student programming in her classes, Club Z and her hopes for organizational change in higher ed are definitely iterative and continuing to develop over time.  Today we’ll hear about where Caron’s creative journey is with regard to her new book, Learning and Doing CoCreation: Learning 31 Things We Already Know through The Art and Science of Culture Change. While we’ve talked about the model, framework and set of tools a little in a past episode, this will be the first time we’re talking about the book as part of her creative path. Dr. Caron Sada's Book Leading and Doing Co-Creation: Learning 31 Things We Already Know through The Art and Science of Culture Change Click Here to Learn More Here you will find an introduction to The Art and Science of Culture Change (ASCC); a Comprehensive CoCreation and Change Model/Framework/Set of Tools created by Dr. Caron Sada. This Primer focuses on the thirty-one Themes/Concepts/Dots (TCDs), or ASCC phenomena, that describe what Entrepreneurial Leaders of Change (aka 21st/22nd Century Leaders) DO regardless of roles at home, in groups, in organizations and throughout society. In the Color Primer, there is a special focus on Leadership and CoCreation. TOAST EDU Podcast Website- https://learn.maricopa.edu/courses/1260717

Is a longer podcast episode better? How long should a podcast episode be?  This is a nagging question that keeps a lot of podcasters, creators and online instructors up at night when worrying about the length of their content.  This could be in the form of a podcast as this episode will primarily touch on, but this can be applied to all aspects of digital media and instructional materials.Join us today, as we briefly touch on some trends and standards when it comes to podcasting or audio content that is used in online delivery. We’ll talk about targeting your audience and understanding that longer podcasts or videos doesn’t mean higher quality of instruction.  Digital content such as podcasting is not a race, it's unique to your own audience.  There are benefits to shorter episodes and hopefully after this episode you'll have a better understanding and confidence to create your own podcast or video content.  TOAST EDU Podcast Website- https://learn.maricopa.edu/courses/1260717

Welcome to the DropZone! Rush In, Roam In, Drag In, Drop In!  What is the Drop Zone here at the Center for Teaching, Learning and Employee Engagement?  The Drop Zone is a program we are offering for all faculty and staff to drop by the CTLEE and discuss technology issues, instructional strategies, all things Canvas and anything related to digital media and instruction. This podcast episode is a short introduction with CTLEE Director Lynn McCelland and Instructional Media Developer Sam Fraulino on just what the Drop Zone can do for you.  Please listen in, as they talk all things pedagogy, instructional design, and digital media for enhancing and supporting learning and engagement here at PVCC. Sam Fraulino- [email protected] Lynn McClelland- [email protected] ToastEDU Podcast Site- https://learn.maricopa.edu/courses/1260717