The Higher EdTech Podcast

Hosted by Tim VanNorman & Brent Warner

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100

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Aug 2026

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Instructional Technologist Tim VanNorman and Professor Brent Warner work through the ins and outs of technology integration in Higher Education. The show focuses on best classroom practices for instructors in face-to-face, hybrid, and online courses. You'll hear about tools and tips that help you gain a broader understanding of the tech your students are using and expecting, and you'll hear interviews with peers and colleagues that are implementing educational technology in innovative and engaging ways.

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August 13, 2026Episode 128 min

S8E01 - The Chancellor's Innovators Program

We're back in the new school year and to kick things off Brent and Tim are discussing how community college faculty, staff, and admin are building macro-level AI bots to help improve workflows and help students. The state chancellor's office worked with Playlab this summer and scope of projects was impressive. Listen in as Brent and Tim share some of the projects people worked on and how you can use those ideas on your campus. Show notes: https://www.TheHigherEdTechPodcast.com

May 21, 2026Episode 2029 min

S7E20 - Summer 26 Predictions and Plans

Times are changing fast! Some things are only bits we can guess at, and others are things we can plan for. We're looking at some future predictions and plans as we step into our summer break for the last episode of the season. Listen in for some ideas about how to think about tech and prepare for the fall without overwhelming ourselves. Show notes: www.TheHigherEdTechPodcast.com

May 7, 2026Episode 1926 min

S7E19 - Cyber Attacks!

What happens when there's a cybersecurity breach in your LMS? Is there anything the average faculty or staff can do when it happens? Brent & Tim discuss it all in the wake of cybersecurity breakdowns across academia. Show Notes: www.TheHigherEdTechPodcast.com

April 23, 2026Episode 1830 min

S7E18 - What is Vibe Coding?

In the last episode we talked about some of the possibilities of gamification in the world of AI , but a lot of people aren't aware that you can build a lot of these ideas with some vibe coding. Vibe coding is a term that picked up some steam last year, but not everybody is aware of it or what it can mean for them in the classroom. Tim and Brent look at what it is, some ideas on what you might be able to do, and some very serious things to be aware of. Show notes: www.TheHigherEdTechPodcast.com

April 2, 2026Episode 1727 min

S7E17 - Can AI Make Gamification a Reality?

As AI starts to make a lot of complicated coding a lot easier, Tim & Brent look at the possibilities of custom-building fully gamified classrooms and what it might look like. Tune in for some big-concept talks around ways to potentially convert dry and traditional course structuring into engaging platforms with gaming mechanics embedded in. Show notes at www.TheHigherEdTechPodcast.com

March 19, 2026Episode 1632 min

S7E16 - Title II ADA Compliance

You may have heard that you need to be in compliance with Title II ADA regulations by April 24, but it's not as straighforward NOR as overwhelming as it might seem at first glance. Tim & Brent go over the timing, the expectations, and some tips to get you on your way toward better compliance. Show notes: www.TheHigherEdTechPodcast.com

March 5, 2026Episode 1528 min

S7E15 - Nick Wilkening, Director of Technology Services, Spring 26

Nick Wilkening, Irvine Valley College's Director of Technology Services, returns for his annual updates on what's happening with Technology Services at IVC. Whether you're at IVC or listening in from another institution, it's always worth hearing what's happening and how things work from the tech team on campus. Nick shares insights on organizational restructuring, changes to telephone services to match the modern age, and ensuring that cellular services work for everyone, no matter where you are. Show notes at www.TheHigherEdTechPodcast.com

February 20, 2026Episode 1424 min

S7E14 - Keystroke Showdown: Draftback, Revision History, and Process Feedback

Rather than using unreliable AI Detectors, consider using a tool that helps visualize and review the writing process to help your students understand what's happening in their writing. Tim & Brent talk about some of the most popular choices out there and break down the differences between these tools. Show notes at www.TheHigherEdTechPodcast.com

February 5, 2026Episode 1326 min

S7E13 - How to Deal with Fraudulent Enrollments

Fake students are a frustrating problem that a lot of teachers have to deal with, especially in online classes, but don't get a lot of support on how to do so. Tim & Brent break down some of the issues and offer some suggestions on recognizing and dealing with them. Show notes: www.TheHigherEdTechPodcast.com

January 22, 2026Episode 1231 min

S7E12 - The Opposite of Cheating with Dr. Tricia Bertram Gallant

Tim and Brent sit down with Tricia Bertram Gallant to talk about ideas around Academic Integrity as it goes through a new round of concerns and frustrations in the age of AI. Listen in as Dr. Bertram Gallant shares philosophical and practical approaches to dealing with the problems we're all facing. For those at IVC, this episode serves as a launching point for our AI Task Force Spring 2026 book club as we will read The Opposite of Cheating and Dr. Bertram Gallant will join us at the end of the semester on campus. Show notes: www.TheHigherEdTechPodcast.com

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