In this episode of EdVoices, we sit down with Jenni Aberli, an educational program specialist with 30 years of experience in education and a long-time EdReports reviewer. Jenni shares her journey from rural classroom teacher to district-level ELA curriculum specialist, offering valuable insights on the importance of properly vetted instructional ma…

Eric Hirsch, executive director of EdReports, discusses the big wins and lessons learned in 2024 and what we’re looking forward to in the future of EdReports. ----- Connect with EdReports on social media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EdReports LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edreports Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edreportsor…

Selling your own products can be a tough journey, with nearly 50% of creators earning less than $10,000 a year and many struggling for years without seeing a single dollar. This episode reveals the harsh realities of monetizing content, highlighting the significant disparities in earnings across platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. Howeve…

In this episode: Juno for visionOS removed from the App Store—what does it mean for developers? Also: Patreon news and update, as well as Swift Remote Studio Coworking BETA!Oleh Evan K. Stone

Rebecca Kockler, former Assistant Superintendent of Academics at the Louisiana Department of Education and Eric Hirsch, Executive Director of EdReports discuss lessons they learned from curriculum reviews. Connect with EdReports on social media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EdReports LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edreports Instagr…

In this episode, Evan and Josh discuss the latest products announced at the "It's Glowtime" Apple event that happened on September 9, 2024, and their implications and importance to iOS developers. Show Links Josh Hrach's Mastodon Account Random Projects Website Apple Developer - Enhancing your app experience with the Camera Control Apple HIG - Came…

Evan Stone, co-founder of Educators for Excellence, and Eric Hirsch, executive director of EdReports, discuss the importance of centering and supporting educators in the selection and implementation of high quality instructional materials. Related resources: Voices from the Classroom 2024: A Survey of America’s Educators State of the Instructional …

EdReports director of Pre-K, Shana Weldon discusses the organization’s expansion into reviewing pre-K materials, and shares more about how and why we’ll be providing free, by-educator reports to help preschool educators get the materials they deserve. Related resources: EdReports Expands Curriculum Reviews to Pre-K EdReports to Expand Its Free Revi…

Megan Lorio and Elisabeth O’Bryon of Family Engagement Lab share tips and insights on how districts, teachers, and caregivers can unite around high-quality materials to help every student thrive. Related resources: Watch: 5 Ways to Know if Your Child is Using a Quality Early Literacy Curriculum 5 Ways to Engage Families Around Student Learning (and…

Early literacy educators Stephanie Stephens and Erin Marshman dive into updates to EdReports foundational skills review tools, what the field can learn from our recent report releases, and why quality materials are so crucial for students learning to read. Related Resources: 3 Key Updates to EdReports’ K–2 ELA Foundational Skills Reviews EdReports …

Math educator Dr. Myeisha talks about how independent information about the quality of instructional materials can support educators in making the best decisions for their communities and the ways aligned programs are so valuable to new teachers. Related Resources: Data Snapshot: K-12 Mathematics Instructional Materials SPOTLIGHT: How Do Students E…

Math educator Jonathan Regino discusses how reviewing for EdReports shaped his views about the power of instructional materials and the importance of supporting teachers with the resources they need to help students thrive. Related Resources: From the Classroom to Central Office: What I’ve Learned About Curriculum Adoption Data Snapshot: K-12 Mathe…

Some thoughts on the upcoming WWDC, Let Loose with new iPads, and other Dub Dub goings on! Show Links WWDC24 Swift Remote Studio One More Thing ConferenceOleh Evan K. Stone

EdReports reviewer, Therese Arsenault, shares her perspectives on why it’s so important for science teachers to have access to high-quality instructional materials and a voice in the adoption process. Related resources: The State of K-12 Science Curriculum Watch: How to Use EdReports High School Science Reviews in Your Selection Process EdReports L…

I am thrilled to release our latest episode featuring Jesse Lake, creator of Geniuslink, discussing key strategies for affiliate marketing and maintaining good standing with platforms like Amazon Associates. Whether you are just starting your podcasting journey or looking to enhance your existing content monetization strategies, this episode is fil…

EdReports multilingual learner lead, Margaret Overbagh-Feld, offers districts best practices for multilingual learners when selecting and implementing new materials. Resources: What I Learned From Teaching English Language Learners for 30 Years https://www.edreports.org/resources/article/what-i-learned-from-teaching-english-language-learners-for-30…

In this episode: When enhancements are not enhancements, and using ChatGPT for Swift development. Be sure to check out Swift Remote Studio too! Show Links Swift Remote StudioOleh Evan K. Stone

Welcome to another exciting episode of Profit From Your Podcast! I'm your host Dave Jackson, and today we're diving deep into affiliate marketing. Affiliate marketing is your answer if you want to generate income from your podcast but don't know where to start (even if you have a smaller audience). In this episode, I share a fantastic tool that tak…

Dr. Jessica Faith Carter offers districts best practices for prioritizing cultural responsiveness when selecting new materials. Resources: Evaluating Materials for Culturally Responsive Practices: A Landscape Analysis Honoring Origins and Helping Students Succeed How to Prioritize Cultural Responsiveness in Curriculum Review Redefining Engagement: …

In this edition, we're diving into the episode featuring Evans Putman, who managed to attract an astonishing 4.5 million listeners without relying on paid ads. Let's uncover the key takeaways from Evans' journey and how you can apply them to your own podcasting endeavors. Evans Putman shared his experience in building a thriving community group coa…

Chris Stone is a behind-the-scenes expert in managing the technical aspects of content creation. With a background in the music industry, he realized that many creative individuals only wanted to focus on their craft and not worry about the technicalities. This led Chris to transition into the podcasting space, recognizing that podcasters, like mus…

Veteran educator Jamilah Hicks offers recommendations for families and caregivers navigating materials that students are using to learn to read. Related resources: https://gobeyondgrades.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Science-of-Reading-BTS-.pdf https://www.edreports.org/resources/article/watch-how-can-families-join-the-curriculum-conversation http…

We're back! Evan relates what he can about his experience with the Apple Vision Pro labs held at Apple, and discusses the Apple September "Wonderlust" Event and the Swift Remote Studio viewing party taking place that morning! Show Links Inside the Apple Vision Pro labs Swift Remote Studio Apple September "Wonderlust" Event…

Educators Dr. Shontoria Walker and Shannah Estep share recommendations for districts on how to set themselves up for success as they begin their materials adoption process. Related resources: https://www.edreports.org/resources/adoption-steps https://www.edreports.org/resources/article/materials-adoption-101-engage-educators-upfront https://www.edr…

EdReports Director of Science Sam Shaw discusses how quality high school science materials combined with supports for teachers can help improve student learning. With new high school science reports available, we offer recommendations for incorporating these reviews into district selection processes to help ensure teachers and students have access …

Years ago there was a course builder called Member Vault that had a fully functional free plan that enabled you to sell your course. This was a great way to get proof of concept. Once you had people buying your course/community, you could then upgrade to a higher plan (which you could afford). Unfortunately, they turned off their free version. Rece…

Evan is joined by Josh Hrach from Random Projects and developer of DoMarks! Listen as they give their reactions to all of the exciting new releases from Apple's WWDC 2023 Keynote. Show Links WWDC 2023 - Apple DeveloperOleh Evan K. Stone

WWDC 2023 is next week! In this episode, Evan shares a couple of the things that he would like to see from next week's Keynote and SwiftUI. Also a quick tip to prepare for next week's event, and a Swift Remote Studio watch party! Show Links Apple Developer App Bookmark Removal - Leo G. Dion Twitter Post DetailsPro - Apple App Store Anticipation and…

Science educator Shannon Wachowski discusses how EdReports’ reviews of high school science programs can support educators. Additional resources: Data Snapshot: Science Instructional Materials (2022) https://www.edreports.org/resources/article/data-snapshot-k-12-science-instructional-materials-2022 The Elements: Transforming Teaching through Curricu…

On this episode of Profit From Your Podcast, Dave Jackson delves into the topic of monetizing podcasts beyond just sponsorships. Guest Michelle Jackson shares how she started the project Podcasters Getting Paid to address the reluctance of podcasters to spend money on learning how to monetize their shows. Michelle predicts that the industry will ch…

In this debut episode of our new EdVoices podcast, EdReports’ Chief Strategy Officer Lauren Weisskirk explains why engaging with instructional materials is such a powerful way for families and caregivers to support student learning. Check out these related resources to learn more: 4 Ways Families Can Join the Instructional Materials Conversation Wh…

Podcasting has become a popular way to make money and share your voice with the world. It's no secret that many people have used podcasting as a way to monetize their content and make a living. But creating a successful podcast takes time and dedication, making it difficult for those just starting out to see success quickly. In this article, we wil…

RayWenderlich.com becomes Kodeco. Plus, helpful resources for iOS Development, the Rise of Mastodon (again), and the return of Swift Remote Studio (which never really went away)! Show Links Xcode Tips by Dominik Hauser Indie Apps Catalog Kodeco Evan K. Stone on Mastodon Swift Remote StudioOleh Evan K. Stone

Unlocking the Secrets of Podcast Monetization So many webinars are boring, and let's face it you never watch those replays. What is the answer? A laser-focused workshop that helps you take the steps to come up with a strategy for your show. It's happening on December 17th see https://podcasttalentcoach.com/sop You will build your monetization strat…

Volley Introduces Monetization I talk with Josh from Volley back on episode 55 and I mentioned that I wanted Volley to have a business plan. They launched Volley pro (where you get additional features) but for those who do coaching and consulting and want to get PAID, they just launch "Consult with me on Volley" and it is SO EASY. It works with Str…

Mark Des Cotes is a podcaster, graphic designer, and friend (he's the guy behind the School of Podcasting, Ask the Podcast Coach, and Podcast Rodeo artwork. You can find him atl Rings of Power Podcast ringsofpowerpodcast.com Resourceful Designer resourcefuldesigner.com Podcast Branding podcastbranding.co Today you will hear how just changing the an…

One of the first ways I made money with my podcast is when a member of the School of Podcasting asked if I knew an editor. Who did I recommend? Me. They just wanted to talk into the microphone and hand it off to someone. That was back in 2005, and things haven't changed. Some people love editing, and other people "just want to talk into the microph…

Tips and reminders as we enter this year's "Beta Season" after the floodgates were opened at WWDC 2022! Show Links Xcodes - Robots and Pencils (GitHub) MartianCraft Blog - Removing Mental Blocks Hacknicity - SF Menu Bar DoMarks - The To-Do App for BookmarksOleh Evan K. Stone

We all love customers, but there are some people who are NOT your target audience, and yet we create strategies that cause unrealistic expectations in your customers, or we get a great customer who can be a little forgetful. The Black Friday Sale When you do one of those HOLY COW - UNBELIEVABLE DISCOUNT Black Friday kind of sale, you get two types …

You have a product, service, or potential sponsor and you have no idea what to charge. Some questions you may want to ask How niche is your audience? (the more niche - the more you can charge) What problem does your product solve? Can you make money with your product/service? How will you charge (avoid CPM for sponsors) Whatever you first land on f…

I haven't been this excited about a tool in a while. It's so powerful, and yet so early to use. I also love that it works on EVERYTHING and that is what Volley does. It works on PC, Mac. Andoid, or iPhone and it has revolutionized how I'm handling questions with my community. Josh Little Interview Josh is an experienced CEO launching multiple succe…

At Podcast Movement Evolution in LA people kept pitching me, and in a matter of seconds, I was able to tell if this person understood the podcasting market or not. Most did not. TWO TYPES OF PODCAST BUSINESSES My friend Paul Colligan from the Podcast Partnership said, "There are two types of podcast companies. One that cares about podcasting, and t…

Swift Remote Studio launches! Also: "Xcode through the years." Show Links Swift Remote Studio Xcode Through The Years - MartianCraft Xcode 13 Missing Info.plist - Use Your Loaf Support The Podcast! Patreon - iOS Dev BreakOleh Evan K. Stone

Dynamic Content Flavors Pre and Post Rolls This enables you to add dynamic content (ads, or other promotions) at the beginning and end of your show/ Mid Rolls This enables you to content (ads, or other promotions) anywhere in your show (you select where, and the content is inserted) The dynamic part is you can change the content later and it will u…

Last episode of 2021! Show Links WWDC 2021 - It's like ARC for Threading 360|iDev Session Videos Asset Catalog Creator on Mac App Store Speculid - Easily Manage Graphics in Xcode Projects Bakery - Simple Icon Creator Introducing Swift for Visual Studio Code XcodesOleh Evan K. Stone

There are some things you may regret doing in podcasting. Compare your show to others (always a bad idea - instead focus on your podcast Track how much time you are actually spending creating an episode (it's longer than you think) Use "Shoutouts" as a reward. This takes up time in your episode that used to be content, and in my case, I hadn't stip…

You've come up with an idea for a course. You put together some videos, pdf, and more, but you're worried about putting out the money for something like Teachable. You are pondering using something like Udemy, but then the only way you can contact your customers is through Udemy. I found out about Membervault and I love their business model. You ca…

Selling is 90% mental. I used to teach sales many moons ago. When I work with clients who have products and services to sell, when I listen to their podcast their pitch sounds like this: "Hey, like if you need, I mean you don't have to, but, like, if you kinda want to, you can maybe, like, go to, you know, my website (then said so fast you can't un…

Today I talk about an income stream that didn't exist when I wrote the book and that is bitcoin. It doesn't cost anything to get set up, and depending on your audience, this could end up being another source of income. Without really promoting the value for value model on the School of Podcasting and yet I've made $85 since June. Now I'm OBVIOUSLY …

Mellisa Guller has a background in Marketing, Project Management, and Podcasting. Today I brought her on as she has a wealth of knowledge (after working for Teachable for four years) on online courses. You can hear more from Melissa on her Wit and Wire Podcast (also the name of her company). MELISSA GULLER INTERVIEW Today I get all your questions a…