ADULT AND HIGHER EDUCATION FUTURETECH

The Spatial Web is the next evolutionary stage of development for the World Wide Web, and it simultaneously connects to and integrates four emerging computing technologies: spatial technologies, physical technologies, cognitive technologies, and distributed technologies. Listen to our podcast to learn more about these innovative digital technologies, how they are currently used in adult and higher education, and how they are projected to be used in the near and distant future. Join in the online forum to follow the discussion on how spatial web technology is currently used and projected to be used in the near and distant future in adult and higher education.

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ADULT AND HIGHER EDUCATION FUTURETECH

Several spatial web digital technologies are currently disrupting the teaching and learning environments of adult and higher education organizations. This episode explores how chatbots and digital holograms are impacting learning applications in adult and higher education. Join in the online forum to follow the discussion about chatbots and digital holograms and adult and higher education.

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CONVERSATIONS ABOUT ONLINE TEACHING AND LEARNING

Based on the book, Motivating and Retaining Online Students: Research-Based Strategies That Work.

In this episode, Rosemary Lehman and Simone Conceição offer three top strategies students use to be successful in an online course: (1) time management, (2) prioritizing, and (3) learning. Within each strategy, they share a few approaches. Join them in the virtual discussion to share strategies you have used in your online courses for helping your students stay motivated.

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Editing with Kate!

Writing a report doesn’t have to be overwhelming or intimidating. Follow these eight simple tips to get it done. This episode focuses on report writing and provides eight easy steps. Check out our discussion area for more insights and to share your report writing tips.

Resources

· The Key Elements of a Report

· Create a Simple Report Using Microsoft Word

· Reporting Tools Software

Reflective and Creative Practice for Adult Educators

Discussion boards help students to reflect on how the course content connects to their professional and personal lives while sharing their knowledge and creating community. In this episode, Kathy Lohr describes the activity “Participation Rationale” in which students choose their best initial prompt and three replies to their classmates that they are most proud of. Dr. Lohr provides four examples of students’ posts for this activity. Join the online forum and share your insights.

Information Literacy

Have you always wanted to write a book, and yet you don’t feel you have enough knowledge, time, and energy? Well, now instead of taking the time needed to develop the expertise, writing skills, and determination to write that book, you can write one in a single day. And you can get it published instantly, too. In this episode, Dr. Lilian Hill explores how ChatGPT has impacted the publishing industry. Listen to the episode and join in the online forum.

EDITING WITH KATE!

This is the first episode in a series on Editing with Kate! This episode focuses on editing - what it is and some tips. Kate Devlin, a freelance editor and communications specialist, introduces herself and shares what is important about editing and steps for editing. Check out our discussion area for more tips and an opportunity to ask questions.

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Conversations from the Front Porch

In this episode, Dr. Leslie Cordie interviews Dr. Ryan J. Petty about the value of communication, creating community, and being gracious to students and faculty. Dr. Petty is the Dean of the Heller College of Business (HCB) at Roosevelt University, as well as a tenured Associate Professor of Human Resource Management. 

Bios of interviewees and the audio transcript can be found in the online forum.

Conversations from the Front Porch

In this episode, Dr. Leslie Cordie interviews Dr. Séamus Ó Tuama about citizenship, society, and lifelong learning. Dr. Séamus Ó Tuama is Director of ACE (Adult Continuing Education) and a senior lecturer in politics at University College Cork, Ireland.

Bios of interviewees and the audio transcript can be found in the online forum.

Information Literacy

The field of adult education has historic connections to education for citizenship and for building democracy. This kind of education introduced people wishing to achieve citizenship to information that includes literacy in the language of that country, as well as its organization, ways of work and production, and cultural heritage. On this episode, Dr. Lilian Hill explores how to educate citizens about algorithms. Listen to the episode and join in the online forum.

References

• Carugati, F. (2020, June 12). A Council of Citizens Should Regulate Algorithms. Retrieved https://www.wired.com/story/opinion-a-council-of-citizens-should-regulate-algorithms/
• Guo, Elaine (2022, December 19). A Roomba recorded a woman on the toilet. How did screenshots end up on Facebook? MIT Technology Review. Retrieved from https://www.technologyreview.com/2022/12/19/1065306/roomba-irobot-robot-vacuums-artificial-intelligence-training-data-privacy/
• IBM (n.d.) AI Ethics. Retrieved https://www.ibm.com/topics/ai-ethics
• Moses, L. B. (2023, January 29). Should we worry about AI and algorithms in government? Retrieved https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6FDBDGNYFc
• Rainie, L., & Anderson, J. (2017, February 8). Code-Dependent: Pros and Cons of the Algorithm Age. Retrieved https://www.pewresearch.org/internet/2017/02/08/code-dependent-pros-and-cons-of-the-algorithm-age/
• Robinson, P., Williams, D., & Stojanović, M. (2022). Global citizenship and adult education: Advancing critical literacies for equity and social justice. Routledge.
• UNESCO (2022). Recommendation on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence. UNESCO Digital Library. Retrieved https://unesdoc.unesco.org/ark:/48223/pf0000381137

CONVERSATIONS ABOUT ONLINE TEACHING AND LEARNING

Based on the book, Managing Online Instructor Workload: Strategies for Finding Balance and Success.

Personal satisfaction, control over the environment, and ability to function in the everyday tasks of living are all characteristics of quality of life. Teaching online should not interfere with one’s capability to maintain a normal and balanced life. In this episode, Simone Conceição and Rosemary Lehman share approaches for maintaining life balance when teaching online courses. Join them in the virtual discussion to share insights on your experience with online teaching and learning.

Adult and Higher Education FutureTech

Smart digital technologies have allowed mobile app learning providers to quickly optimize their platforms to respond to the personalized needs of learners. AHE organizations are daring to innovate as they continue to deploy digital innovations to provide smart, intelligent, and immersive classrooms. On this episode,we explore the evolution of smart classroom environments. Join in the online forum to follow the discussion.

Adult and Higher Education FutureTech

This episode is part of the Series Adult and Higher Education FutureTech. It is for practitioners, administrators, and researchers in adult and higher education. In this episode, we explored how immersive technologies are disrupting traditional learning and educational environments. Join in the online forum to follow the discussion.

Editing with Kate!

An open-access journal is a type of publication that is distributed online, free of charge for the reader, with an open license for copyright. In this episode, we discuss how to get published in an open-access journal, its benefits, and factors to consider. As the current Editor-in-Chief of eLearn Magazine, open-access publication, Dr. Conceição shares the steps for getting an article published, tips for getting started, and an example of an editorial process. Check out our discussion area for more insights and an opportunity to ask questions.

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Check Should I Publish in an Open Access Journal? Scholarly Communication. University of California Santa Barbara.

Adult and Higher Education FutureTech

This episode is part of the Series Adult and Higher Education FutureTech. It is for practitioners, administrators, and researchers in adult and higher education. We explored the potential transformational impacts of ChatGPT on teaching in adult and higher education. Join in the online forum to follow the discussion on the transformational impacts of ChatGPT on Adult and Higher Education.

Conversations from the Front Porch

In this episode, Dr. Leslie Cordie interviews Dr. Tricia Berry about remote supervision in higher education. Dr. Berry is the Associate Dean and Director of Clinical and Practicum Programs for Purdue University Global. 

Bios of interviewees and the audio transcript can be found in the online forum.

GETTING PUBLISHED!

This episode focuses on a publishing opportunity with eLearn Magazine for educators in the health professions. Dr. Anita Samuel provides six tips for publishing on the Special Issue on Blended Learning Technologies in Health Professions Education. Follow up with the issue editor, Dr. Samuel (anita.samuel@usuhs.edu) on how you can submit a strong paper for the special issue. Join in the Getting Published! discussion to ask questions or post comments.

CONVERSATIONS ABOUT ONLINE TEACHING AND LEARNING

Based on the book, Motivating and Retaining Online Students: Research-Based Strategies That Work.

Online learning and student motivation have become increasingly important during the past years. In this episode, Rosemary Lehman and Simone Conceição explain the Persistence Model for Online Student Retention, which can help you not only motivate but also retain your online students. View the Persistence Model for Online Student Retention and participate in the virtual discussion.

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ADULT AND HIGHER EDUCATION FUTURETECH

Web 3.0 inspired Industry 4.0 changes in the workplace have affected adult and higher education practices. Listen to our podcast to learn about the intersection between adult and higher education and workplace changes, what upskilling and reskilling mean in today’s workplace, how adult and higher education can partner with the workplace in upskilling and reskilling employees, and why the new digital skills are needed today. Join in the online forum to follow the discussion on the intersection between adult and higher education and workplace changes.

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ADULT AND HIGHER EDUCATION FUTURETECH

This episode is part of the Series Adult and Higher Education FutureTech. It is for practitioners, administrators, and researchers in adult and higher education. The intent is to create an awareness of the effects of spatial web technologies disrupting adult and higher education. Join in the online forum to follow the discussion on how digital technologies have disrupted your own adult and higher education organization or personal experience.

Information Literacy

Algorithms are highly efficient at automating laborious functions and have permeated into many aspects of our everyday life, but their characteristics can have devastating consequences. On this episode, Dr. Lilian Hill discusses the characteristics of algorithms and why adult educators should be concerned about them. Listen to the episode and join in the online forum.

References

• Bennett, E. E., & McWhorter, R. R. (2020). Digital technologies for teaching and learning. In T. S. Rocco, M. C. Smith, R. C. Mizzi, L. R. Merriweather, & J. D. Hawley (Eds,), The Handbook of Adult and Continuing Education (pp. 177-186). Stylus.
• Dickson, B. (2020, June 10). What makes AI algorithms dangerous? Retrieved https://bdtechtalks.com/2020/06/10/ai-weapons-of-math-destruction/
• O’Neill, C. (2017). Weapons of math destruction: How big data increases inequality and threatens democracy. Crown Publishing Group.

Editing with Kate!

Self-reflection can be a great way to improve your self-awareness. There are many ways to self-reflect and a number of benefits, too. This episode focuses on taking time to self-reflect and the benefits of doing so.  Check out our discussion area for more insights and to share how you self-reflect.

References

· 15 Essential Ways to Practice Self-Reflection

· What is Self-Reflection?

· Don't Underestimate the Power of Self-Reflection

This episode introduces an impish, fun-loving, multi-lingual, lovely lady born in Belgium in 1928. Despite her teenage years being WWII, she has led a full and interesting life. Irene now resides in Wisconsin still enjoying life and sharing her talents. 

Dr. Jan Schiller is a Helmut Schmidt University researcher with a background in sociology and educational philosophy. In this episode, he highlights Bildung's importance to adult education and lifelong learning. This chapter highlights the digital transformations critical to higher education and learning in later life.

Episode Transcript

ADULT AND HIGHER EDUCATION FUTURETECH

Education 4.0 is a major new development in the missions and instructional practices of Adult and Higher Education organizations as they transition from knowledge producing to innovation producing education. The purpose of this episode is to explore: (1) the meaning of Education 4.0 and the shift to innovation producing education, (2) The skills for digitally literate lifelong learners, and (3) the development of personalized intelligent learning pathways for all students. Join in the online forum to follow the discussion about the meaning of Education 4.0 and the shift to innovation producing education.

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Editing with Kate!

Case studies are used in all sorts of fields to take a problem or issue, look for a solution, and present solutions. Case studies can be help provide solutions to a problem. Different fields use them differently. Businesses might use them to showcase how they solved a problem for one customer and can do it for you too. Clinical case studies can apply to helping with a medical problem. On this episode of Editing with Kate, we talk about case studies and their advantages and disadvantages. Have you worked on a case study? We’d be interested in any insights you have on them. Share them in our discussion area.

References

· Case Study – Definition | Examples & Methods

· What is a Case Study?

· The Strengths and Weaknesses of Case Studies

· 3 Key Components of an Effective Business Case Study

Editing with Kate!

Writing can be fun and provides a few benefits. This episode focuses on writing and the benefits of putting thoughts and ideas on paper. It explores how to get started and available writing tools. Check out our discussion area for more insights and an opportunity to ask questions.

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Conversations From the Front Porch

In this episode, Dr. Leslie Cordie interviews Nuala McGuinn about the value of communication, creating community, and being gracious to students and faculty. Nuala is the Director of the Centre for Adult Learning and Professional Development at the National University of Ireland (NUI) Galway. 

Bios of interviewees and the audio transcript can be found in the online forum.

EDITING WITH KATE!

Using social media to promote a business is now a common strategy. The challenge is to find a platform or platforms that work best for a business to build brand awareness and community. In this episode, Kate discusses some of the most common social media platforms and the key components of a posting to promote your business and create a community. Consider sharing any social media tips that have worked for you in the discussion of Editing with Kate!

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CONVERSATIONS ABOUT THE KNOX-HOULE COLLECTION

In this episode, Alan Knox is interviewed by Simone Conceição about cascades, meaning, choice, and major events. This is part of the publication, Cascades of Learning: A Professional Memoir. Join in the Knox-Houle Collection forum to follow the discussion.

Check out the Knox-Houle Collection website to download the Cascades of Learning: A Professional Memoir and for the latest publications and podcast episodes.

CONVERSATIONS ABOUT ONLINE TEACHING AND LEARNING

Based on the book, Creating a Sense of Presence in Online Teaching: How to “Be There” for Distance Learners.

Presence is complex and elusive, and not easy to understand. We developed the “Being There for the Online Learner” model to make presence more concrete. The model is based on the perceptual systems and takes into consideration the dimensions of the learner, the types of experience, and the modes of presence. This episode focuses on the model and ways in which presence can be experienced in the online environment. Join in the online forum to view the How to "Be There" for the Online Learner model and share your experiences with creating presence in your online courses.

This episode, facilitated by Simone Conceição (Editor-in-Chief) and Denise Doig (Senior Editor), provides an overview of the magazine, publication guidelines, review process, and tips for publishing in eLearn Magazine. Learn more about eLearn Magazine.

Editing with Kate!

The Chicago Manual of Style is a style guide used by many writers, researchers, and publishers. It is a comprehensive guide that provides information on style, usage, and grammar as well as how to cite sources. There are many online resources including CMOS online to help you while are writing. Check out our discussion area for more insights and to share your favorite Chicago Style tips.

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Online Resources

· Is Turabian style the same as Chicago style?

· The Chicago Manual of Style, explained

· The Chicago Manual of Style Online

Adult and Higher Education FutureTech

This episode is part of the Series Adult and Higher Education FutureTech. It is for practitioners, administrators, and researchers in adult and higher education. We explore how the creation of smart learning environments through the explosive growth of digital eLearning platforms are disrupting traditional AHE delivery systems. Join in the online forum to follow the discussion.

• What are your experiences with digital eLearning platforms?
• What do you believe will be the future of these types of educational and learning delivery systems?
• To what extent will these delivery systems complement, compete with, or replace traditional educational organizations and institutions?

References

• Harman, M. (2021). The Role of Digital Learning Platforms in the Academic Growth of Students. https://kitaboo.com/the-role-of-digital-learning-platforms-in-the-academic-growth-of-students/ (downloaded, 6/18/ 2022).
• Nichols, T. P., & LeBlanc, R. J. (2020). Beyond apps: Digital literacies in a platform society. The Reading Teacher, 74(1), 103-109.
• Shoikova, E., Nikolov, R., & Kovatcheva, E. (2017). Conceptualising of smart education. Electrotech. Electron. E+ E, 52.
• Urh, M., Vukovic, G., & Jereb, E. (2015). The model for introduction of gamification into e-learning in higher education. Procedia-Social and Behavioral Sciences, 197, 388-397.
• Wang, X., Chen, W., Qiu, H., Eldurssi, A., Xie, F., & Shen, J. (2020, November). A Survey on the E-learning platforms used during COVID-19. In 2020 11th IEEE Annual Information Technology, Electronics and Mobile Communication Conference (IEMCON) (pp. 0808-0814). IEEE.
• 10 Best Online Learning Platforms In 2022 To Jumpstart Your Career. https://sites.google.com/site/videoblocksreview/online-learning-platforms

Editing with Kate!

A virtual community is a group of people brought together—online—by common interests, values, professions, and hobbies. Most common virtual communities include social media sites like Twitter and Facebook and blogs like this editing podcast series which is part of the Adult Learning Exchange Virtual Community. This episode explores virtual communities and the benefits of being part of one. Check out our discussion area for more insights and an opportunity to ask questions.

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CONVERSATIONS ABOUT ONLINE TEACHING AND LEARNING

Based on the book, Managing Online Instructor Workload: Strategies for Finding Balance and Success.

Instructor workload depends on the types of tasks accomplished when teaching online. Identifying these tasks allows instructors to plan, prioritize, and manage their workload. These tasks are carried out before, during, and at the end of a course. In this episode, Simone Conceição and Rosemary Lehman share four types of tasks to consider when managing workload while teaching online: (1) design, (2) administrative, and (3) facilitative, and (4) evaluative. Join them in the virtual discussion to share insights on your experience with online teaching and learning.

Information Literacy

Are print books becoming obsolete? On this episode, Dr. Lilian Hill presents a comparison of the positives and negatives of reading online. You may be surprised that the positives outweigh the negatives. Listen to the episode and join in the online forum.

Conversations from the Front Porch

In this episode, Dr. Leslie Cordie interviews Dr. Robert Mizzi about digital teaching strategies. Dr. Mizzi is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of Manitoba, Canada. Bios of interviewees and the audio transcript can be found in the online forum.

Information Literacy

Algorithms have permeated many aspects of everyday life. Algorithms influence culture. On this episode, Dr. Lilian Hill discusses the relationship of algorithms and culture. Listen to the episode and join in the online forum.

References

• Carah, N. (2017, August 16). Algorithmic culture and machine learning. http://nicholascarah.com/log/2017/8/15/algorithmic-culture-and-machine-learning
• NBC. (2023 January 1). Meet the Press - January 1, 2023. https://www.nbcnews.com/meet-the-press/meet-press-january-1-2023-n1302274
• Seaver, N. (2017, November 9). Algorithms as culture: Some tactics for the ethnography of algorithmic systems. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/2053951717738104
• Striphas, T. (2015). Algorithmic culture. European Journal of Cultural Studies, 18(4-5). https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/1367549415577392

Conversations on Learning Design

In this inspirational interview, Nick shares his passion as a learning architect and describes his process and approach to designing engaging eLearning content. Nick Floro, president of Sealworks Interactive Studios, is a nationally known and award-winning learning design leader. 

CONVERSATIONS ABOUT ONLINE TEACHING AND LEARNING

Based on the book, Managing Online Instructor Workload: Strategies for Finding Balance and Success.

Instructor workload depends on the type of course and tasks accomplished when teaching online. In this episode, Simone Conceição and Rosemary Lehman provide strategies for managing tasks and prioritizing time while teaching online. They offer a template for instructor to identify tasks and time spent on the online course. Check out the Template for Managing Tasks and Prioritizing Time and join them in the virtual discussion to share insights on your experience with online teaching and learning.

CONVERSATIONS ABOUT ONLINE TEACHING AND LEARNING

Based on the book, Creating a Sense of Presence in Online Teaching: How to “Be There” for Distance Learners.

There is a difference in the way we create a sense of presence in the traditional face-to-face classroom compared to the virtual classroom. In this episode, Rosemary Lehman and Simone Conceição examine these differences and the distinguishing factors: space, time, boundaries, teaching, level of interaction, level of course planning, and cognitive and affective teaching effort. Join in the virtual discussion to share your experiences with teaching online and the challenges of creating a sense of presence.

Conversations from the Front Porch

In this episode, Dr. Leslie Cordie interviews Dr. Kemaly Parr about career and tech ed advising. Dr. Parr is an Assistant Professor in the Murray State University College of Education and Human Services Department of Adolescent, Career, and Special Education.

Bios of interviewees and the audio transcript can be found in the online forum.

Conversations from the Front Porch

In this episode, Dr. Leslie Cordie interviews Dr. Brock Kelley about workforce development in career and tech ed. Dr. Kelley serves as Regional Director of Workforce Development for the Alabama Community College System.

Bios of interviewees and the audio transcript can be found in the online forum.

Adult and Higher Education FutureTech

This episode is part of the Series Adult and Higher Education FutureTech. It is for practitioners, administrators, and researchers in adult and higher education. In this episode, we explore how the explosive growth of mobile learning is disrupting traditional AHE delivery systems and provide an example of Duolingo, a digital eLearning platform and mobile app. Join in the online forum to follow the discussion.

• What are your experiences with mobile learning?
• What do you believe will be the future of mobile learning?
• To what extent will mobile learning complement, compete with, or replace traditional learning systems?

Information Literacy

With all the responsibilities of adult life, you may be distressed to learn there is another type of citizenship that is currently under discussion. With all the great things the internet makes possible, there are dangers. Therefore, there are practices we must learn to use the internet responsibly. In this podcast episode, Lilian Hill explores digital citizenship– its meaning, practices, and examples. Listen to the episode and join the online forum.

EDITING WITH KATE!

This episode focuses on APA style and some of the most common mistakes to avoid. Kate shares some brief guidelines and some of the most common errors writers make. Check out our discussion area for more insights and an opportunity to ask questions. For more resources, go to the American Psychological Association website, apastyle.apa.org.

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Adult and Higher Education FutureTech

This episode is part of the Series Adult and Higher Education FutureTech. It is for practitioners, administrators, and researchers in adult and higher education. We explore the emergence of attention-aware intelligent classroom environments and their potential for adult and higher education organizations. Join in the online forum to follow the discussion.

• What are your experiences with the use of attention-awareness technology in classrooms?
• What do you see as the potential benefits and liabilities of attention aware intelligent classrooms? Do they give the teacher too much control over learning in classroom settings?
• To what extent will these systems benefit students to maximize their learning in classroom settings?

ADULT AND HIGHER EDUCATION FUTURETECH

Blockchain technology is disrupting the academic record-keeping and influencing processes for maintaining student information systems in adult and higher education organizations. Listen to our podcast to learn more about blockchain technology, key design features, and some of the ways adult and higher education organizations are currently deploying it. Join in the online forum to follow the discussion about Internet of Things and adult and higher education.

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Professional Development for Instructors

Higher education instructors need to learn anew and rethink pedagogical strategies when designing and teaching online and blended delivery formats. Instructors crave opportunities to discuss and share their experiences with others. Yet there are few opportunities in their work to do so. This episode, part of the Adult Learning Exchange Virtual Community Podcast, under the Series “Professional Development for Instructors,” is for administrators, faculty developers, and instructors. This episode explains the importance of professional development for instructors and how instructors can benefit. Subscribe to or follow the online forum. If you are interested in the interactive workshops we offer, check our website.

Editing with Kate!

A doctoral degree is a step forward for becoming a scholar; however, it is a huge undertaking that demands significant time, energy, financial, and emotional commitments. Moving from student to scholar is not an easy task. In this episode, Dr. Conceição is interviewed by Kate Devlin about what it means to go from student to scholar, the process behind it, how a faculty member can help you, and some strategies for a successful doctoral journey. Check out our discussion area for more insights and an opportunity to ask questions.

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ADULT AND HIGHER EDUCATION FUTURETECH

The Internet of Things is a ubiquitous system containing billions of everyday devices that have Internet connected embedded sensors, microcontrollers, and software that monitor and record activity (such as sound, movement, and temperature). This episode explores how Internet of Things is impacting the teaching and learning experiences of faculty and students in adult and higher education organizations. Join in the online forum to follow the discussion about Internet of Things and adult and higher education. 

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Editing with Kate!

The MLA style is a style guide used by high school and college writers. It is a guide that provides information on formatting, citing sources, and word usage and grammar. There are many online resources, including the MLA Style Center to help you while you are writing. Check out our discussion area for more insights and to share your favorite MLA tips.

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Online Resources

• MLA Style Center at style.mla.org/
• Purdue University’s Online Writing Lab at owl.purdue.edu

Reflective and Creative Practice for Adult Educators

Our relationship and beliefs about time impact our daily activity and our educational undertakings yet these time perspectives are learned and can be changed. In this episode, Dr. Kathy Lohr describes one typology of time perspective described in the literature and how it can be applied in the adult classroom. By integrating reflective activities such as stories that encourage accomplishment, gratitude, and endeavor, we as facilitators help our adult learners develop balance and flexibility. Join the online forum and share your insights.

Information Literacy

It has been a concern for instructors that ChatGPT increases student cheating, but cheating is not new. While much discussion has been devoted to methods of detecting and preventing students from using ChatGPT to write papers, a more constructive view might be to look for ways that ChatGPT can be used to augment instruction and improve student learning. On this episode, Dr. Lilian Hill explains the effective ways to employ ChatGPT in instruction. Listen to the episode and join in the online forum.

EDITING WITH KATE!

This episode focuses on eight things to avoid when editing research papers or dissertations using APA style. Check out our discussion area for more insights and an opportunity to ask questions. For more resources, go to the American Psychological Association website, apastyle.apa.org.

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In this podcast episode, Dr. Lisa Breitschwerdt shares her research on the professionalization of adult education at the University of Wurzburg. She loves being a researcher and learning in the international context. Her passion and transition into adult learning came from her study of pedagogy in Bavaria, and she wants to help others enjoy and understand the broad field of adult learning.

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Editing with Kate!

Writing a dissertation can be a challenge – it’s time-consuming, intimidating, and requires a lot of writing. This episode focuses on using a coach to help graduate students as they work on writing their dissertation. It explores some of the benefits and tips from working with a coach. Check out our discussion area for more insights and an opportunity to ask questions.

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CONVERSATIONS ABOUT ONLINE TEACHING AND LEARNING

Based on the book, Motivating and Retaining Online Students: Research-Based Strategies That Work.

This episode focuses on design strategies to retain online students. In this episode, Rosemary Lehman and Simone Conceição offer a few tips on how to create an engaging online course. These tips relate to three design elements that require preplanning: (1) creating the learning environment, (2) planning for the teaching process, and (3) predicting learners’ needs. Join them in the virtual discussion to share insights on your experience with online teaching and learning.

Check our episodes at Conversations about Online Teaching and Learning Website.

EDITING WITH KATE!

A podcast is a digital audio recording of a person or persons talking about a subject. There are currently more than 3 million podcasts in production and 48 million episodes to date. This episode focuses on types of podcast formats and tips for writing a podcast script. Check out our discussion area for more insights and an opportunity to ask questions. Check all episodes at Editing with Kate! website.

Information Literacy

We have been discussing algorithms, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. The issue in the news that is taking up a lot of attention is ChatGPT. We have written about it before, but the question of its influence on academic journal publishing is useful to consider. On this episode, Dr. Lilian Hill explains how ChatGPT influences academic publishing. Listen to the episode and join in the online forum.

Editing with Kate!

Creating and having an eNewsletter can be a great way to market your business. Once you know who your audience is and what content you want to share, it’s time to start putting it together. Check out our 12 tips for eNewletters. 

Do you have any tips that you’d like to share? Share them in our discussion area.

Reference

• What Is a Newsletter: The Ultimate Guide

GETTING PUBLISHED!

Are you interested in publishing an opinion article? This episode is an interview with Dr. Dante Salto about his process for publishing an opinion paper about distance education in Latin America during COVID-19 pandemic on eLearn Magazine. He provides three strategies for incorporating evidence into the opinion article to reach a broader audience and the impact of the article for readers. Join the Getting Published! virtual discussion to learn more about ways to share ideas with broader audiences when publishing an article. Be sure to sign up for the discussion and contribute with your insights.

Conversations From the Front Porch

In this episode, Dr. Leslie Cordie interviews Dr. Becky Barlow and Dr. John Kush about School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences. Dr. Becky Barlow is an Alabama Cooperative Extension System Forestry Specialist and Professor within the School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences at Auburn University. Dr. John S. Kush is a research fellow in the School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences at Auburn University. 

Bios of interviewees and the audio transcript can be found in the online forum.

Information Literacy

In this podcast episode, Dr. Lilian Hill discusses Scientific Literacy: Its Importance for Daily Decision Making. This topic is important because scientific literacy is needed in daily life to make appropriate decisions. It is also foundational to other forms of literacy such as environmental literacy, climate literacy, and health literacy. Scientific literacy is a form of functional literacy, meaning having practical skills to apply the ability to read, write, and perform math to navigate life, address real-world problems, and contribute to the community. In this sense, it is related to other forms of literacy we have discussed, including information literacy, digital literacy, and social media literacy. Listen to the episode and join the online forum.

Information Literacy

We have discussed the dangers embedded in algorithms in previous episodes. Therefore, there is a need for oversight and regulation. On this episode, Dr. Lilian Hill talks about the efforts to regulate algorithms, provides a historical perspective, and explains what is being done in the U.S. and other countries. Listen to the episode and join in the online forum.

References

• Ferguson, C., P’ng, J., & Whiteside, H. (2022, October 18). The Regulation of Artificial Intelligence in Canada and Abroad: Comparing the Proposed AIDA and EU AI Act. Fasken. Retrieved https://www.fasken.com/en/knowledge/2022/10/18-the-regulation-of-artificial-intelligence-in-canada-and-abroad
• Government of Canada. Algorithmic Impact Assessment tool. Department of Treasury. Retrieved https://www.canada.ca/en/government/system/digital-government/digital-government-innovations/responsible-use-ai/algorithmic-impact-assessment.html
• Newton, C. (2020, December 29). Everything you need to know about Section 230: The most important law for online speech, The Verge. Retrieved
• https://www.theverge.com/21273768/section-230-explained-internet-speech-law-definition-guide-free-moderation
• White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (n.d.). Blueprint for an AI Bill Of rights: Making Automated Systems Work for the American People. Retrieved https://www.whitehouse.gov/ostp/ai-bill-of-rights/#safe

CONVERSATIONS ABOUT THE KNOX-HOULE COLLECTION

In this episode, Alan Knox is interviewed by Simone Conceição about Alan’s perspective on the scope of the field of adult and continuing education. This is part of the publication, Cascades of Learning: A Professional Memoir. Join in the Knox-Houle Collection forum to follow the discussion.

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This is an introduction to a series of podcast episodes with interviews with chapter authors of the edited volume that emphasizes the importance of the college and postsecondary experience as the key transition point for individuals as they move into the adult world.

Listen to the introductory words of the book editor, Dr. Leslie Cordie. For more details, go to the online forum.

Information Literacy

For several weeks now, we have been talking about different forms of literacy, beginning with basic literacy, “the ability to comprehend and create a variety of written texts, encompassing knowledge of grammar, vocabulary, and discourse features alongside reading and writing skills” (Pegrum et al., 2014, p. 8). In this episode of Information Literacy, Dr. Lilian Hill discusses cultural literacy and its links to awareness, sensitivity, competence, and humility. Listen to the episode and join the online forum.

Reference

Pegrum, M., Hockley, N., & Dudeny, G. (2014). Digital literacies. Routledge.

Conversations on Learning Design

Megan Torrance is the CEO of Torrence Learning and a prominent thought leader in the field of Learning & Development. At Training Magazine’s 2023 national conference, Megan spoke with Les Howles about learning experience design (LXD).  She offers a unique holistic view of LXD and how it intersects with instructional design. Audio transcript can be found in the online forum.

Dr. Shermaine Barrett has been involved in adult education for many years, including environmental education for community leaders in Jamaica. In this episode, she shares how adult learning is about preparing people for the world of work. As educators, we need to understand our learners and engage them with a holistic approach that develops the skills and competencies needed in the 21st century.

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EDITING WITH KATE!

Are you struggling with your resume? This episode focuses on Six Tips for Putting Together Your Resume. Kate shares what you need to get started and tips to follow. Check out our discussion area for more tips and an opportunity to share your own strategies. 

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Dr. Michael Wooten is the author of Chapters 4 (on the brain) and 13 (this podcast). He is Emeritus Professor of Genetics with the Department of Biological Sciences at Auburn University. Wooten reflects on his 36-year career as a faculty member within a land-grant institution of higher learning. He shares how the common practice of faculty members in the sciences begin teaching without any formal training in education theory and how he navigated the learning journey.

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CONVERSATIONS ABOUT ONLINE TEACHING AND LEARNING

Based on the book, Managing Online Instructor Workload: Strategies for Finding Balance and Success.

The view that instructors can take their face-to-face courses and transfer them to the online environment can be misleading. Designing, delivering, and evaluating online instruction demands a distinctive type of management when compared to face-to-face instruction. In this episode, Simone Conceição and Rosemary Lehman share four strategies for managing workload while teaching online: (1) design strategies, (2) support strategies, and (3) teaching strategies, (4) time allocation strategies. Join them in the virtual discussion to share insights on your experience with online teaching and learning.

Conversations from the Front Porch

In this episode, Dr. Leslie Cordie interviews Dr. Jacqueline J. Austin about leadership lessons learned. Dr. Austin is the President of the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College in St. Kitts, West Indies.

Bios of interviewees and the audio transcript can be found in the online forum.

Editing with Kate!

Journaling is the act of writing. It can be in a notebook, on a laptop, tablet, or even the phone. This episode focuses on journaling and why it is important to your mental health. It explores the benefits of journaling, the different ways to journal, and how to get started. Check out our discussion area for more insights and an opportunity to ask questions.

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Conversations from the Front Porch

In this episode, Dr. Leslie Cordie interviews Dr. Nancy Chapko about online learner engagement. Dr. Chapko is an Instructional Design Strategist at Gateway Technical College, an adjunct instructor in Career and Technical Education at the University of Wisconsin–Stout, an adjunct instructor of business courses at Wisconsin Technical College, and a National Training Institute (NTI) professional educator for the Electrical Training Alliance.

Bio of The bio of the interviewee and the audio transcript can be found in the online forum.

Mr. Colin McGregor has had a long career in Adult Education. He recently retired as the Director of the peak body for Adult Education in New Zealand (NZ) - Adult and Community Education (ACE) Aotearoa. In this podcast episode, Colin shares his thoughts about NZ’s bi-cultural society and how we might learn from collaborations and partnerships across the world. In addition, he discusses the importance of policy and funding for ACE.

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Editing with Kate!

Interviewing a subject matter expert (SME) doesn’t need to be intimidating if you are prepared. Do your homework and reach out to the SME with your questions. This episode is about interviewing a subject matter expert. What are some tips that work for you when you are interviewing someone? Share them in our discussion area.

References

• The Do’s and Don'ts of Subject Matter Expert Interviews
• How to Conduct a Good Interview

CONVERSATIONS ABOUT ONLINE TEACHING AND LEARNING

Based on the book, Motivating and Retaining Online Students: Research-Based Strategies That Work.

A network of support that includes instructors, family, and friends; the institutional support systems; and personal self-care support can impact student success in the online environment. In this episode, Rosemary Lehman and Simone Conceição share three support strategies for retaining online students: (1) instructional strategies, (2) institutional strategies, and (3) self-care strategies. Join them in the virtual discussion to share insights on your experience with online teaching and learning.

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Information Literacy

When you are visiting different websites and conducting online searches you may believe you are doing so anonymously, but you leave behind a digital footprint everywhere you go. In this episode of Information Literacy, Dr. Lilian Hill explores digital footprints, what you leave behind online, and steps you can take to protect yourself from exposure of private information. Listen to the episode and join in the online forum.

Podcast episode transcripts available in the online.forum.

EDITING WITH KATE!

Brainstorming is a creative way to generate new ideas for solving a problem or for getting started on a project, a presentation, or a paper. There are many techniques for brainstorming. This episode focuses on brainstorming principles and techniques. Check out our discussion area for more insights and an opportunity to ask questions. Check all episodes at Editing with Kate! Website.

Learn more about the four brainstorming principles from the MindManager blog and the 13 brainstorming techniques from Creately.com.

In this episode, Diana Howles discusses how to elevate your online facilitation skills. Diana is co-founder and CEO of Howles Associates, LLC. She is an award-winning speaker and trainer. Diana is also author of the 2022 book, Next Level VirtualTraining: Advance Your Facilitation. Audio transcript can be found in the ⁠online forum⁠.

EDITING WITH KATE!

Are you new to posting in social media? This episode focuses on eight easy tips to keep in mind when creating your next post. Kate shares tools for businesses for posting in social media and tools for designing and creating posts. Do you have some tools and tricks that you use for posting on social media? Please share them and let us know in the discussion section.

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Conversations from the Front Porch

In this episode, Dr. Leslie Cordie interviews Dr. Dionne Rosser-Mims on her own reflections as a Dean. Dr. Rosser-Mims is a Full Professor of adult education and Dean of the College of Education at Troy University. Bios of interviewees and the audio transcript can be found in the online forum.

EDITING WITH KATE!

This episode focuses on Getting Started on Writing a Paper. Kate shares the steps on how to get started writing a paper. Check out our discussion area for more tips and an opportunity to ask questions. 

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Conversations from the Front Porch

In this episode, Dr. Leslie Cordie interviews Chris Stark about workforce in crisis. Chris is a Community and Economic Development Educator for UW-Madison, Division of Extension.

Bios of interviewees and the audio transcript can be found in the online forum.

In this podcast episode, Dr. Colette February shares her experiences as a mature student in the South African higher education environment and how it has positively shaped her identity. She discusses the motivation and needs of mature learners and the importance of flexibility in time and space needs that higher education should consider.

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Adult and Higher Education FutureTech

ChatGPT has abundant potential to become a unique transformational learning tool for adult learners throughout the life course. However, the initial reaction of educators to the emergence of ChatGPT has been mixed. In this episode, we explore ChatGPT as an AI powered education virtual assistant for Lifelong Learning. Join in the online forum to follow the discussion.

Conversations about Knox-Houle Collection

In this episode, Alan Knox is interviewed by Simone Conceição about Dr. Knox’s reflections on the trends and future directions of adult and continuing education. This is part of the publication, Cascades of Learning: A Professional Memoir. Join in the Knox-Houle Collection forum to follow the discussion.

Check out the Knox-Houle Collection website to download the Cascades of Learning: A Professional Memoir and for the latest publications and podcast episodes.

Dr. Luan is a researcher and educator from China and one of three authors who collaborated on the Chinese chapter. She also shares the unique differences in Chinese higher education and culture that impact adult learners and their growth as learners. Lingfei has a background in educational psychology, and in this episode, she helps us better understand the perceptions of adult learners to better understand knowledge acquisition and memory in the learning process. 

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Conversations from the Front Porch

In this episode, Dr. Leslie Cordie interviews Dr. Alma Gonzalez about university-industry collaboration. Dr. Gonzalez is a visiting researcher at the National University of Ireland – Galway.

Bios of interviewees and the audio transcript can be found in the online forum.

Editing with Kate!

Style guides include information and examples on everything that goes into your paper – formatting, fonts, headings, and margins. This episode focuses on the types of style guides used for writing and tips for using them. Check out our discussion area for more insights and an opportunity to ask questions.

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Information Literacy

ChatGPT has become a common talk among educators lately. It has raised concerns, but also shown it has value. On this episode, Dr. Lilian Hill explains what ChatGPT is and what can be done with it by sharing her own experiences with ChatGPT. She also assesses ChatGPT capabilities and drawbacks. Listen to the episode and join in the online forum.

CONVERSATIONS ABOUT ONLINE TEACHING AND LEARNING

Based on the book, Creating a Sense of Presence in Online Teaching: How to “Be There” for Distance Learners.

Designing an online course with a sense of presence requires understanding of the multifaceted concept of presence. For presence to be integrated into the design of an online course, it is important to understand the “Being There for the Online Learner” model, which was addressed in another episode, and use a framework for designing online courses with a sense of presence. This episode unpacks the Framework for Designing Online Courses with a Sense of Presence. Join in the online forum to share your experiences using the framework.

Conversations From the Front Porch

In this episode, Dr. Leslie Cordie interviews Dr. Michael C. Wooten and Dr. Jason Bond about transitioning university students to be lifelong learners.

Bios of interviewees and the audio transcript can be found in the online forum.

Dr Stephen O’Brien the author of Chapter 11 and is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Education, University College Cork, Ireland. He is Programme Director for the Postgraduate Diploma in Further, Adult and Community Education (PDFACE). O’Brien sets the scene for critically examining Further Education and Training learners’ transition to university, discussing how ‘voice’ is central to the university’s mission and can deepen inclusion in the Higher Education community.

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Conversations from the Front Porch

In this episode, Dr. Leslie Cordie interviews Oneka Jenkins about women in the trades. Oneka is an instructor with Minnesota Statewide Limited Energy and IBEW Low Voltage Electrical Journeyman Technician. 

Bio of interviewee and the audio transcript can be found in the online forum.

EDITING WITH KATE!

If you are looking for a job, you may have heard of LinkedIn and may be already using it. In this episode, Kate discusses LinkedIn and some easy tips for setting up your LinkedIn profile. If you have not created your profile, we hope this episode inspires you to get your profile set up and published. Consider sharing your own tips for creating a LinkedIn profile in the discussion of Editing with Kate!

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Conversations from the Front Porch

In this episode, Dr. Leslie Cordie interviews Dr. Jason C. Bryant about the climate of teaching and learning in the United States. Dr. Bryant is an Assistant Clinical Professor at Auburn University and serves as the director of Truman Pierce Institute within the College of Education at Auburn.

Bios of interviewees and the audio transcript can be found in the online forum.