Ep. 5: Building Mobile Apps Pt. 2
In this episode, we’re going deeper under the hood of my doctoral project, Systolix. I share the raw results from my first round of usability testing, where I pitted two versions of the app against each other. We'll discuss the comparison, platform paradox of why a difficult building process can yield a more stable product, the danger of breaking your app while trying to improve it, and how these findings are shaping phase two of my research.
Ep. 4: Digital Escape Rooms
How do we encourage genuine collaboration and critical thinking in a digital space? This week, we tackle the instructional design behind digital escape rooms. Moving beyond simple puzzles, we discuss how to use the Google Workspace suite, specifically Sites and Forms, to build narrative-driven learning experiences.
Ep. 3: Building Mobile Apps
High blood pressure affects nearly half of all U.S. adults, but how can technology help? This week, we explore the creation of Systolix, a mobile app designed to improve health literacy for hypertension patients. I break down my design process, from applying adult learning principles and microlearning to using no-code tools like Glide to bring the vision to life.
Ep. 2: Artificial Intelligence
In this episode, I'm exploring the paradox of modern AI. I share about how I've pivoted away from content generation and moved towards deep ideation. We'll explore the parallel between AI resistance and the failed adoption of educational technology in K-12 spaces, the reality of "innovation fatigue," and the ethical weight of juggling social, political, and economic implications of AI usage.
Ep. 1: Automation
Feeling overwhelmed by repetitive digital tasks? In this episode of InnovatED, we break down IFTTT (If This, Then That), a powerful and free productivity tool that can act as your personal digital assistant. Learn how to connect your favorite apps and services, from Google Calendar to Todoist, to automate announcements, curate professional development resources, and streamline your classroom management. We’ll cover what IFTTT is, why it's a game-changer for educators, and how you can create your first automated workflow in just a few minutes.