Edtech Situation Room By @techsavvyteach & @wfryer

Welcome to episode 291 (“Refresh That Chromebook”) of the EdTech Situation Room from April 26, 2023, where technology news meets educational analysis. This week Jason Neiffer (@techsavvyteach) and Wesley Fryer (@wfryer@mastodon.cloud) discussed a variety of topics such as the use of AI tools like ChatGPT in education, AI-powered presentations, and music production, while addressing artists’ rights, online platform dangers for young people, and the importance of device durability. They also covered the recent iPhone 14 incident where its satellite connectivity helped save two stranded individuals and mentioned their “Geek of the Week” features like Scratch day and a new Google search feature. Additionally, the hosts promoted the upcoming Innovation Symposium in Montana, discussed high fees charged by Twitter and Facebook for verification checks, and invited listeners to join their live podcast. The episode encouraged educators and listeners to stay current with technology, carefully consider AI usage, and rema