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Explore the journey from a techno-dummy to an able user, navigating the tech-driven world of millennials. Learn effective ways to engage and reach these fast-paced, high-achieving learners. Discover tools like Jing, Smartboard, Turnitin.com, and more to enhance teaching methods. Embrace the mindset of continuous learning and seeking help when needed to succeed in the evolving digital landscape.
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A Journey from Techno-Dummy to Able User Rachel Redfield Stephanie Kim Anna Kelemen ELS Language Centers-La Verne, CA
Millennium Generation • The common thread: "Millennials" are fast, multi-tasking, high achievers who have led highly-paced, highly-structured, helicopter-parent driven lives involving plenty of positive multi-cultural exposure, group activity, and shared family time. Computer literate and techno-savvy, how they live and learn is quite different than their predecessors (Connor, Colorado State University) • How do we reach these learners in the most effective way? Introduction
http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNxOTmHzOOuZ4IP5SJWyK8MtThP20dwZ5http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNxOTmHzOOuZ4IP5SJWyK8MtThP20dwZ5 Task 1: Videotaping presentations using tablet/ipad and posting to youtube (demonstrate)
I used another pre-made Powerpoint to teach • It inspired me to make my own! Powerpoint
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q33U4OJOybg Task 3: Jing
Try something new, and keep trying when it doesn’t work the first time (Because it probably won’t) • Don’t be afraid to ask for help (even from students) • Remember that success in using technology doesn’t happen overnight; it is a long process and I will probably always be learning new things and feel behind! My Suggestions