Advertise on podcast: EDTech

Dave Labuskes announces his retirement as CEO of AVIXA. We look at how his time at the helm was one that really embraced the higher education side of the space. Apple Creator Studio is launched, looking to usurp Adobe's position in the market. Simply put... Can it? Epson settles a projector brightness lawsuit with Yaber. How to know you're getting exactly what the specs say, especially for an important project for your campus. The video version of this podcast can be found here. EDTech takes a look at the most important news of the higher education space for technology managers. We break these stories down and discuss the finer points with a panel of experts from colleges all over. Joining us this week is Ernie Bailey from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Rob Rasberry from Drexel University and Lisle Waldron of the University of Trinidad & Tobago. Host: Erin Maher-Moran Guests: Ernie Bailey – University of Arkansas for Medical SciencesRob Rasberry – Drexel UniversityLisle Waldron – University of Trinidad & Tobago Links to sources: AV Magazine – Dave Labuskes Announces RetirementThe Verge – Apple Launches Creator StudioAVNation – Projector Spec Lawsuit See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

SCN releases their annual Top 50 list. Now, remembering that every company on said list volunteers to be included, does it provide a benefit to technology managers across campuses? Discussing UC platforms in higher education like Microsoft Teams and Zoom. Deciding where each one fits either for students, faculty or even both. And since it's the end of the year, we look back at the trends of 2025 for AV. What stood out for the higher education space? The video version of this podcast can be found here. Every month we take a look at the biggest news for the higher education space. This time, we're enjoying the company of our stalwart panel of experts who are here nearly every episode! That would be Ernie Bailey from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and Rob Rasberry from Drexel University. Host: Erin Maher-Moran Guests: Ernie Bailey – University of Arkansas for Medical SciencesRob Rasberry – Drexel University  Links to sources: SCN – SCN's Top 50 for 2025UC Today – Microsoft Teams and Zoom in Higher EducationCommercial Integrator – Biggest Trends This Year in AV See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

restron has a new experience center in Belgium. They're handy for integrators and consumers, but could technology managers benefit from seeing products in action before they implement them? A look at the evolution of live production effects for broadcast. How we can apply these methods to the learning space and immerse students regardless of where they are. ClearOne has announced they will continue to provided product warranty and support. This comes after an agreement to sell their assets to Biamp. What this means for technology managers and the industry at large. The video version of this podcast can be found here. Every month we bring you the biggest news and stories surrounding the Higher Education space. We discuss these topics with a panel of experts across different colleges and how AV mixes in with higher ed. This episode we are joined by Robert Rasberry from Drexel University and Matt O'Reilly from the University of Toronto Mississauga. Host: Erin Maher-Moran Guests:Rob Rasberry – Drexel UniversityMatt O'Reilly – University of Toronto MississaugaLinks to sources:AV Buyers' Club – Crestron Opens Experience Center in BelgiumAVNation – Extended Reality in Broadcast ProductionAV Magazine – ClearOne Continues Product Warranty & Support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jumping right into the finale of a five-part series from Joe Way about what makes a successful Request for Proposal (RFP) process. Spoilers abound. Looking at the best practices to ensure your next project goes smoothly from start to finish. Cisco is putting their AI foot forward with their collaboration solutions. What this means for the new RoomOS and Webex features, and what all these AI tools mean for those making those installations in the classroom. Biamp has deployed their Vocia paging and public address systems at an Australian airport. Could we see tech like this on a campus? The video version of this podcast can be found here. Every month, we take a look at the biggest stories for the higher education space. We discuss these topics with experts across various campuses. Today we are joined by Rob Rasberry from Drexel University, Ernie Bailey of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and BC Hatchett from Vanderbilt University. Host: Erin Maher-Moran Guests: Rob Rasberry – Drexel UniversityErnie Bailey – University of Arkansas for Medical SciencesBC Hatchett – Vanderbilt University  Links to sources: AV Network – The Ideal RFP ProcessAV Buyers' Club – Cisco Adding AI to Webex, RoomOSAVNation – Biamp Installs Vocia in Airport See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

AV over IP has made strives in the industry, including the IPMX standard. Does it have a place in the higher education space? AVIXA's numbers are showing some growth for AV. How classroom budgets are feeling as we start a new semester. And we look at a piece about how AV teams have grown to be integral to campus tech. What this means for technology managers to have a bigger role in education. The video version of this podcast can be found here. Every month we bring you the latest news and stories for the higher education AV space. We discuss these topics with a panel of experts across different campuses. Today we are joined by Rob Rasberry from Drexel University, Ernie Bailey of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and Chris Kelly from Creighton University. Host: Erin Maher-Moran Guests: Rob Rasberry – Drexel UniversityErnie Bailey – University of Arkansas for Medical SciencesChris Kelly - Creighton University Links to sources: AVNation – IPMX & AV over IPAV Magazine – AVIXA IOTA Report for 2025Commercial Integrator – AV Managers More Important Than Ever See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

26North's acquisition of AVI-SPL is a major turning point in the AV industry. What this move means for the higher education space and technology managers within. When cloud storage and similar solutions were introduced they were a little shunned and feared. Now AI has taken that mantle, so should we go about re-examining those opportunities more? What open AV standards means across a campus. The evolution of E-Paper and its effect for both sustainability as well as interesting tech in the classroom. The video version of this podcast can be found here. Every month we bring you the biggest news and stories from the higher education space. We discuss these topics with a panel of experts across campuses from universities to community colleges. Joining us this week is Scott Tiner from Bates College, Ernie Bailey of University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, and Andy Vogel from Ohio State University College of Engineering. Host: Erin Maher-Moran Guests:Ernie Bailey – University of Arkansas for Medical SciencesScott Tiner – Bates CollegeAndy Vogel – Ohio State University College of Engineering Links to sources: rAVe Pubs – 26North's Acquisition of AVI-SPLrAVe Pubs – Open AV Standards & The CloudAVNation – E-Paper's Evolution for AV See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We had an episode right on the InfoComm show floor, but this time we have enough space between it to look back. Was it a success for HETMA and the higher education space altogether? Mergers and acquisitions are making a wave in the industry. What this growth means for the space and how it affects technology managers across campuses. Speaking of HETMA, they announce the "#RoadTo10K". Just what does that mean? Making higher education the focus and growing as a community. The video version of this podcast can be found here. Every month we bring you the biggest news and stories for the higher education space as it pertains to the AV industry. We bring a panel of experts from campuses to discuss how these topics impact technology managers from universities to community colleges. Joining us this month is  Host: Erin Maher-Moran Guests :Ernie Bailey – University of Arkansas for Medical SciencesRob Rasberry – Drexel UniversityScott Tiner – Bates CollegeMatt Kaminski - UC Berkeley Links to sources: AV Buyers' Club – Higher Ed at InfoComm 2025AV Magazine – Rising in Mergers & Acquisitions in AVHigher Ed AV – HETMA's #Roadto10K See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Last week was InfoComm 2025, one of the biggest trade shows for the AV industry. And in the past few years, higher education has had a huge presence at the show thanks in part to organizations like HETMA. On this episode, our crew sits atop the HETMA booth to discuss everything about the show. Joining us this week is Ernie Bailey from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Tim Van Woert from Rutgers, and Drew Middleton from John A. Logan College. The video version of this podcast can be found here. Host: Erin Maher-Moran Guests: Ernie Bailey – University of Arkansas for Medical SciencesDrew Middleton – John A. Logan CollegeTim Van Woeart – Rutgers University See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

InfoComm 2025 is almost here! It's become an important place for technology managers in the higher education space thanks to groups like HETMA. What can you bring from the show to your classroom? Scott Tiner writes about the line between facility and AV control. Can they integrate like David Danto says, or never will the 'twain meet? Looking at the relationship dealers and campuses for AV equipment. Are ecommerce platforms the next step? The video version of this podcast can be found here. Every month we gather the most important stories pertaining to the higher education space of AV. We discuss these topics with a panel of experts. On this episode we're joined by Ernie Bailey from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Rob Rasberry from Drexel University, and Mark Eggert of Macalester College. Host: Erin Maher-Moran Guests:Ernie Bailey – University of Arkansas for Medical SciencesRob Rasberry – Drexel UniversityMark Eggert - Macalester CollegeLinks to sources:AV Network – Preparing For InfoComm 2025AV Buyers' Club – Facility & AV ControlAV Magazine – Direct ecommerce from AVIT See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

NAB 2025 was last week, and AV has had a growing presence an otherwise broadcast-heavy show. The takeaways we can get for the higher education side of things. AI talk will never stop! When will slop turn into top of the pops? Maybe through translation services. Looking at how AI is being used for communication efforts in the classroom. There's another new standard for media interfacing. GPMI has been showing up in China for 8K displays. Will it have the power to dethrone HDMI?  The video version of this podcast can be found here. Host: Erin Maher-Moran Guests: Ernie Bailey – University of Arkansas for Medical SciencesRob Rasberry – Drexel UniversityScott Tiner – Bates CollegeLisle Waldron – The University of Trinidad and Tobago Links to sources AV Network – NAB 2025rAVe Pubs – AI's Role in TranslationAV Magazine – New Media Standard, GPMI See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Shure is working to crack down on counterfeit devices. What can we do to stop these things from making it into classrooms and offices? Looking at solutions like Google's adaptive audio and how to solve the technology equity gap between in-person and remote students. Looking back at ISE 2025 and what the higher education space can take from the show. And unfortunately, we can't get away from talking about tariffs. How global situations affect how we maintain our classrooms and what technology managers can do. Every month we find the most important news for the higher education space and discuss what technology managers need to know. We discuss these stories with a panel of experts in the higher ed space. Joining us this week is Ernie Bailey from the University of Arkansas, Scott Tiner from Bates College and Jennifer Unitis at Wake Technical Community College. Host: Erin Maher-Moran Guests: Ernie Bailey – University of Arkansas for Medical SciencesScott Tiner – Bates CollegeJennifer Unitis – Wake Technical Community College Links to sources: AV Network – Shure Working Against Counterfeit AVrAVe Pubs – Google's Adaptive AudioAVNation – ISE 2025 & Higher EdCommercial Integrator – Tariff Effects on AV Industry See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Trade shows are a brilliant way to see the innovations within the AV industry. What an organization like HETMA has realized is the potential for the higher education space to see and utilize this technology within their campus spaces. They've been taking a more active role at trade shows in the past few years, so we join some of those representatives to talk about the show and what it means for higher education. Joining us this month is Patrick Angielczyk and Teddy Murphy about what they've seen  Host: Erin Maher-Moran Guests: Patrick Angielczyk – Mohawk CollegeTeddy Murphy – University of Pikeville See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Consumer Electronic Show is all about tech innovation, but what amount of those solutions will actually make it into the classroom? Looking at CES 2025 and what if any impact these product will have in higher education. Microsoft Ignite showed off AI's capability for AV- where does it belong in higher ed? Epson settles a lawsuit about the correct lumens on their projectors. Not to make light (pun intended) of litigation, but do these numbers really matter? Ensuring specifications when it comes to what you're installing in rooms. Every month we bring you the news that higher education technology managers need to know. We cover these topics with a panel of experts in the field. Joining us this episode is Rob Rasberry from Drexel University, Scott Tiner from Bates College, Ernie Bailey from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and Joe Soko of Sacred Heart University. Host: Erin Maher-Moran Guests: Ernie Bailey – University of Arkansas for Medical SciencesRob Rasberry – Drexel UniversityScott Tiner – Bates CollegeJoe Soko - Sacred Heart University Links to sources: The Verge – CES 2025rAVe Pubs – AI at Microsoft IgniteAVNation – Epson Settles Projector Lawsuit See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're at the end of the year, which means the end of semesters. Join us as we talk about the news that made the cut for the end of 2024. Mergers and acquisitions, Esports within higher education, cutting technology in the classroom and more. Host: Erin Maher-Moran Guests: Scott Tiner – Bates CollegeRob Rasberry – Drexel UniversityTroy Powers – Northwestern University Links to sources: AV NEtwork – Mergers and Acquisitions in 2024AV Buyers Club – eSports in Higher EdAVNation – NextLVL courts next gen with talent summit at Pace UniversityFlat Panels HD – LG discontinues UHD & Blu-Ray players See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As the semester wraps up, change management becomes an important topic for campuses. When is it time to implement new systems in classrooms or other learning spaces, and how do we do it smoothly? Speaking of implementing systems, we look at the design of networks and the factors to consider when optimizing an AV network. AVIXA announces their new board and leadership committee for 2025- What technology managers need to know about the associations surrounding the AV industry. The higher education space has quickly become one of the most important verticals within the AV industry. Every month we take a look at what's impacting the higher ed space and discuss these topics with a panel of experts in the field. This episode we are joined by Ernie Bailey from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Rob Rasberry from Drexel University and Trevor Phaneuf from Drexel University. Host: Erin Maher-Moran Guests: Ernie Bailey – University of Arkansas for Medical SciencesRob Rasberry – Drexel UniversityTrevor Phaneuf - Drexel University Links to sources: AV Buyers Club – Change Management in Higher EducationAVNation – AV Network Design & ImplementationAV Magazine – AVIXA's Board & Committee for 2025 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.