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- sam.fraulino@paradisevalley.edu
Lynn McClelland- lynn.mcclelland@paradisevalley.edu
ToastEDU Podcast Site- https://learn.maricopa.edu/courses/1260717
It’s time to register for that conference, or take that much needed family vacation to the beach, so book the flight, and pack up your tech gear!
This episode of the ToastEDU we are going to discuss some of the best and most useful tech gadgets you’ll need for a digital world. Whether we are traveling for work related conferences or a vacation this episode will dive into a few different tech gadgets that are a must for everyone creating content or consuming digital media content.
As we all pack our bags for upcoming trips and conferences, we will be asking ourselves… ”Do I really need to bring this?”
TOAST EDU Podcast Website- https://learn.maricopa.edu/courses/1260717
Social media has endless opportunities for educators, we just never thought of it that way. As a tool, it can help students improve digital literacy and critical thinking skills. Tools such as Instagram can also help promote your class, your college, and yourself as an instructor.
Some obstacles colleges have when dealing with technology is cost, that is the best part of social media, it's free, and a majority of students are already using the most trending and up to date social media apps on their own. Instagram is one of the most popular social media applications worldwide, so why aren't we taking advantage of this tool and using it to engage, connect, and inspire faculty to create a more interactive learning experience?
TOAST EDU Podcast Site- https://learn.maricopa.edu/courses/1260717
How would you describe your journey with creativity? Join us in this podcast discussion as Dr. Caron Sada and Sam Fraulino talk about all aspects of creativity, environment choices, and insights. So if you are not in a creative journey and feeling stuck, how might you change your choices and environment to create a life and experiences that you hope for?
Creative instruction and creative instructional development go hand in hand with powerful results that can make teaching and learning much more effective as well as more fun with engaging students, collaborating efforts, and an environment where creativity flourishes. This podcast will touch on creativity from an instructor’s point of view as well with a multimedia developer artist point of view.
TOAST EDU Podcast Site- https://learn.maricopa.edu/courses/1260717
Digital photography has exploded over the last 20 years. With so many different formats and shooting settings, what is really best for when using your digital camera to capture memories or use it for instructional media purposes to enhance your instructional materials.
Most of us know the term JPEG, that format that allows us to send photos via text, email or post on the internet. The advantage is a compressed image that is suitable for online use and has a smaller file size.
However, in the digital photography world, there is another format that exists called RAW. This is that unprocessed image that comes straight from the digital camera and is used for higher quality uses. Think of this as a negative to your digital photograph.
That is exactly what the TOAST EDU is going to talk about in this episode, it’s a battle!! Which version is the best? Which one should you use? Let’s get ready to rumble!!
Everything You Need to Know about JPEG- Adobe Site
https://www.adobe.com/creativecloud/file-types/image/raster/jpeg-file.html
What is a RAW File- Adobe Site
https://www.adobe.com/creativecloud/file-types/image/raw.html
RAW vs JPEG Explained! Take your photography to the next level!
TOAST EDU Podcast Site- https://learn.maricopa.edu/courses/1260717
When it comes to instructional technology, online creative tools, and digital media, there are hundreds of free and helpful tools to aid faculty in creating innovative and creative media.
Adobe Creative Express formerly known as Adobe Spark is just that! This online and mobile design app that easily allows all skill levels to create and share impactful visual stories. The best part, it’s free!
A brief overview of Adobe Creative Express and how it enables users to make rich multimedia content including social media posts and stories, invitations, and marketing materials like logos, flyers and banners.
Adobe: Creative Express
https://www.adobe.com/express
Adobe Creative Express YouTube Resources
https://www.youtube.com/c/AdobeExpress
TOAST EDU Podcast Website- https://www2.paradisevalley.edu/ihub/toastedu_podcast.html
Discussing the growth of OER- Open Educational Resources, the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the landscape of education. More faculty are harnessing the power of online tools to create a more dynamic experience for their students in the classrooms and online. There is no better time to be a student as colleges across the country continue their path of innovation.
Paradise Valley Community College began its Open Educational Resource Specialist program in the Spring of 2019. A year later, this innovative team helped faculty find resources to keep their students engaged and thriving despite losing access to on-campus resources and amidst students' financial concerns. That innovative team continues its mission to save students money, give faculty more agency over their learning materials, and give back to colleges around the nation.
TOAST EDU Podcast Site- https://learn.maricopa.edu/courses/1260717
MODPress- Maricopa Open Digital Press- https://open.maricopa.edu
As we all know, the world is full of techies, gear geeks, and folks that just have to play with new technology. Well, that’s us! The TOAST EDU host Sam Fraulino and Lynn McClelland will sit down and discuss all of their favorite technology tools that can be used for creating a wide variety of creative instructional content.
Sam and Lynn have both worked with technology for many years, so between these two techies they have both have a lot of experience when it comes to media tools and tech gadgets, so this podcast will be an insight to some of these great pieces of technology that have used in order to shape the way they create media for Paradise Valley Community College.
This podcast episode will focus on a discussion of all types of technology, hardware, and software that we use to enhance our instructional development. From cameras, drones, microphones, to gear backpacks. Sam and Lynn will cover a wide variety of technology for all skill levels. Join the conversation and let's learn together and create together !
TOAST EDU Podcast Site- https://learn.maricopa.edu/courses/1260717
When podcasting first made its way to the iPod and phones many years ago, there was a great fear that podcasting could in fact be the death of radio. As we know that is far from the truth, but it does offer many ways of offering spoken word to reach all types of listeners.
A podcast can be in the form of a storytelling experience, an interview, crime dramas, or a casual conversation between two sports fans discussing the weekend’s football games to entertain you on a long commute.
We’ll discuss that today, we will talk about the 4 basic types of podcasts that tend to work well with listeners and these formats are now pretty much standard in the podcast industry.
Podcasting continues to grow rapidly. Since 2016, the number of listeners has doubled. We believe that has something to do with more people owning smartphones, the creation of higher quality content worth listening to, as well as the wave of changes that swept around the world when COVID 19 sent people into isolation looking for digital content.
TOAST EDU Podcast Site- https://learn.maricopa.edu/courses/1260717
Vulture Podcast Website- https://www.vulture.com/article/best-nonfiction-podcasts-all-time.html
As summer comes to an end, faculty, staff, and students are now trickling back to the PVCC campus for Fall 2022. Coming out of a pandemic offered many online and remote learning challenges and as well as learning to work and regaining our working relationships, it’s now time to really get back into creating projects, collaborating with others and using new digital media to enhance our courses.
This episode is just an update on the new location of the CTLEE- Center for Teaching, Learning and Employee Engagement and as well to discuss a few online tools that I have been using over the last 2 and a half years to create digital media to support instruction while working remotely during COVID-19 and while our new CTLEE was being remodeled to move us closer to the center of campus.
I will briefly discuss Canvas, Google Sites and touch on a new tool that I used over the summer that I am sure faculty and staff will find a lot of fun as well with easy to learn and implement into your course materials.
TOAST EDU Podcast Site- https://learn.maricopa.edu/courses/1260717
Employee Engagement Canvas Site- https://learn.maricopa.edu/courses/1231874