Boomer's Catching Some Z's by Mike Treece https://padlet.com/mtreece1/yho6ar8it1qq9mft Baby Boomers, and all generations in between, had to adapt to teaching online within as little as one day. This has transformed our veteran teachers into Generation Z’s overnight. Living in and teaching in traditional educational environments with only minimal encouragement to adopt new digital platforms has propelled these teachers to re-imagine curriculum in a way that validates life-long learning and promises to make the next generation of students and teachers the most instructionally diverse in history. Educators of all generational levels had to create, present, and motivate during the 2020 COVID-19 Pandemic. What are the lessons learned? With what attitude should you approach remote learning? Come to this fun, interactive session as the presenters share their advice and wisdom. See if you caught up with Generation Z! This is a session you will remember! en-us 2020-06-15 15:24:12 UTC 2025-04-21 15:39:29 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f5a5.png Poll mtreece1 https://padlet.com/mtreece1/yho6ar8it1qq9mft/wish/627549532 Let's have some discussion.

1. Do you talk to Siri or a digital assistant?

2. Do you use a mobile phone more than a landline phone?

3. Do you use your mobile phone for work?

4. Do you use Blackboard, D2L, or Zoom?

5. Do you stress if you don't have or can't check notifications on your mobile phone?]]> 2020-06-15 15:32:41 UTC https://padlet.com/mtreece1/yho6ar8it1qq9mft/wish/627549532 Classroom Screen mtreece1 https://padlet.com/mtreece1/yho6ar8it1qq9mft/wish/627589541 Click here to create your own virtual whiteboard with some Generation Z flair!]]> 2020-06-15 15:56:47 UTC https://padlet.com/mtreece1/yho6ar8it1qq9mft/wish/627589541 Lessons Learned mtreece1 https://padlet.com/mtreece1/yho6ar8it1qq9mft/wish/627603030 What was the most difficult challenge (or series of challenges) I faced this year?

Who or what helped me address those challenges?]]> 2020-06-15 16:04:52 UTC https://padlet.com/mtreece1/yho6ar8it1qq9mft/wish/627603030 Teaching Instructors mtreece1 https://padlet.com/mtreece1/yho6ar8it1qq9mft/wish/627802460
  • Instructors generally need pre-service training, with clear expectations from administration of how the technology should be utilized.
  • Instructors need to collaborate and learn from each other where the learning environment is specific to their content level and area.
  • Instructors' attitudes on using and incorporating technology is directly linked to the attitude of school leaders and overall school climate.
  • Instructors’ confidence will transfer to student confidence and yield better learning outcomes. 
  • Some instructors prefer not to change and adapt as often as other instructors. Technology tends to challenge the traditional methods of instruction and routine changes will upset classroom procedures. However, this may lead to a lack of confidence when students’ technological abilities surpass the instructor.

    • ]]>     2020-06-15 18:25:47 UTC https://padlet.com/mtreece1/yho6ar8it1qq9mft/wish/627802460     7 Tips for Effective Remote Learning mtreece1 https://padlet.com/mtreece1/yho6ar8it1qq9mft/wish/650185516
    1. Adapt your communication skills.
    2. Choose the best tools, and stay with them!
    3. Keep a schedule.
    4. Support independent learning.
    5. Motivate your students.
    6. Recognize the emotional impact.
    7. Cut yourself and your students a break!

    Click below for more!
    ]]>     2020-07-08 15:09:25 UTC https://padlet.com/mtreece1/yho6ar8it1qq9mft/wish/650185516     Mike Treece mtreece1 https://padlet.com/mtreece1/yho6ar8it1qq9mft/wish/660062104 Hi, my name is Mike Treece and I work at Dupo CUSD 196 in Dupo, IL. I hold many titles; Director of Educational Technology, Library Media Services, Student Information Systems, and Public Relations. I am endorsed in ELA, Math, Library Media Specialist, and Computer Applications. I have recently acquired an MAED in Curriculum Design and Instruction from McKendree Univeristy.

    mtreece@dupo196.org
    618-797-8032    ]]>     2020-07-22 12:28:33 UTC https://padlet.com/mtreece1/yho6ar8it1qq9mft/wish/660062104     Dr. Pamela Manning mtreece1 https://padlet.com/mtreece1/yho6ar8it1qq9mft/wish/660065689 Associate Professor - SOE            Undergrad, Grad and Doctoral
    I am a Baby Boomer & believe I'm catching Z's and surpassing many Millenials.  According to the Center of Generational Kinetics, Gen Z's Technology dependence surpasses Millenials.  My 9 yr old grandson   keeping me up to date with his Generation Z status - 2010!

    ]]>     2020-07-22 12:35:44 UTC https://padlet.com/mtreece1/yho6ar8it1qq9mft/wish/660065689     When Schools Reopen... mtreece1 https://padlet.com/mtreece1/yho6ar8it1qq9mft/wish/660071380 What are some ideas you have about masks and social distancing in classrooms? Public Schools or McK!]]> 2020-07-22 12:45:46 UTC https://padlet.com/mtreece1/yho6ar8it1qq9mft/wish/660071380 D2L mtreece1 https://padlet.com/mtreece1/yho6ar8it1qq9mft/wish/660341415 This is the link to McKendree's D2L Homepage. Hybrid!

    Also, how is technology driving instruction, in general?
    - Zoom / Google Meet
    - Virtual Classrooms
    - Live Streaming
    - Teletherapies
    - Professional Development]]>     2020-07-22 18:25:35 UTC https://padlet.com/mtreece1/yho6ar8it1qq9mft/wish/660341415     Screencast-O-matic mtreece1 https://padlet.com/mtreece1/yho6ar8it1qq9mft/wish/660347805 Connecting with students on their time by posting:  Student Feedback!

    Another popular option is Flipgrid. Have you tried a flipped classroom?]]>     2020-07-22 18:35:26 UTC https://padlet.com/mtreece1/yho6ar8it1qq9mft/wish/660347805     McK Hybrid mtreece1 https://padlet.com/mtreece1/yho6ar8it1qq9mft/wish/670821244 2020-08-06 01:15:31 UTC https://padlet.com/mtreece1/yho6ar8it1qq9mft/wish/670821244 Keynote mtreece1 https://padlet.com/mtreece1/yho6ar8it1qq9mft/wish/670822639 2020-08-06 01:17:05 UTC https://padlet.com/mtreece1/yho6ar8it1qq9mft/wish/670822639