Lawrence McNeil

Professor of Economics. Champion for student-centered, experiential learning. Tweets on #highered, #edtech, #workflows, and #productivity with technology.

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Struggling to integrate multimedia into your teaching? 🤔 Gain valuable insights and tips to build a tutoring library that not only supports but enhances student learning. @magnapubs #TeachingTips #LearningResources #DigitalEducation

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Enhance your approach to course content! 🌐 Dive into this insightful program focused on using multimedia for a cutting-edge tutoring library. Elevate your teaching, boost student success, and advance your professional development. @magnapubs #EducationInnovation #StudentSuccess #ProfessionalDevelopment

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Educators Can Save Time by Efficiently Curating with RSS Tools, Part 1
@feedbin @feedly @instapaper @Pocket
#edtech #rss #educators #ship30for30

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🎓 I recently shared Setapp recommendations for Ulysses, Mindnode, and Paste, and now here are two more gems to enhance your teaching toolkit!

1️⃣ PliimPRO: Secure and Interactive Learning
Say goodbye to distractions during online classes! PliimPRO disables notifications, clears desktop clutter, and promotes secure screen sharing. Enjoy real-time annotation and multi-display support for seamless online teaching.

Learn more: https://t.co/PWqEZYAmWJ

2️⃣ Diagrams: Unlock Visual Learning Potential
Enhance your lessons with Diagrams, a visual aid tool for educators! Create engaging learning materials, cater to diverse learning styles, and improve understanding. Perfect for various subjects and tasks, from software architecture to daily mind mapping!

Learn more: https://t.co/CYp3U1y5se

Click the link below for a quick comparison table and explore these Setapp apps!
#EdTech #Setapp #TeacherTools #OnlineTeaching #InteractiveLearning #VisualAids #TechInEducation #EducationalTechnology

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𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 (𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝟮)

Chronicle of Higher Education - 5 Data Points to Watch in 2024 (Audrey Williams June @audreywjune)

This article provided concise and meaningful insight into significant issues related to higher education and further clarity on 2024. The data points were:

1. 1 million +, which is the number of FAFSAs completed by high schoolers between October 1 and December 30, 2023.
2. More than a dozen, which is the number of HBCUs without a permanent leader.
3. 3.7 million, which is the number of students projected to graduate from high school in spring 2024. This is higher than spring 2023. However, the pending enrollment cliff still looms
4. 16, which is the number of lawsuits/complaints filed since July 2023 regarding the use of race in admissions decisions and elsewhere.
5. 55 percent, which is the share of college students who are planning to vote in the 2024 presidential election.

Educause - 2024 Higher Education Trend Watch (Nicole Muscanell @nicolemuscanell)

This article describes the workforce, cultural, and tech shifts for 7 macro trends in higher education in 2024. The 7 top IT trends are:

1. Increasing need for data security and protection against threats to personal privacy.
2. Demand for continued hybrid and remote work arrangements.
3. More calls for data-informed decision-making and reporting.
4. More attention to well-being and mental health.
5. (tie) Increased efforts towards creating equitable and inclusive environments and experiences.
5. (tie) Growing efforts towards digital transformation and institutional resilience.
6. Increased focus on improving hybrid and online learning.

@educause @chronicle #edtech #ship30for30
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Deep Work Requires Minimal Distractions 📵: The article recommends turning off most notifications, except for the truly important and potentially game-changing ones. This is particularly relevant for students and those aiming to achieve deep work, where minimizing distractions is crucial for optimal performance.
#DeepWork #Notifications @X

The Mere Presence of Your Smartphone Reduces Brain Power, Study Shows: https://t.co/CGrQJdJ1id

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Check this out, educators! After my recent post where I recommended @ulyssesapp, @mindnode, and @paste_app from @Setapp, here are two more tools you must try - PliimPRO and Diagrams.

Take your online teaching experience to the next level with PliimPRO. This app ensures your online classes are free from distractions and promotes focus among students. It even has a collaboration feature for group work. If you're a fan of multi-screen teaching, PliimPRO will add to your toolset. Plus, it works well with most meeting platforms like Zoom. Check it out:

Diagrams, on the other hand, is a visual aid. Whether you're brainstorming ideas or explaining complex concepts, Diagrams is useful tool for creating engaging learning aids and can be used across disciplines. It can also be used for student assessments. Check it out: https://t.co/CYp3U1y5se

Both PliimPRO and Diagrams are available with Setapp or for a one-time purchase. #EdTech #OnlineTeaching #AppsforTeachers

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When giving feedback, allow students time to reflect and revise their work. This gives students the opportunity to think about the feedback you've given them and make changes to their work. It also shows them that you value their learning and want them to succeed. Thanks @edutopia for great professional development.

#EffectiveFeedback #StudentGrowth #GrowthMindset #ConstructiveCriticism

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🔍 Explore a new dimension of teaching with Dr. Barbi Honeycutt on the Lecture Breakers podcast! Episode 148 delves into the use of Tic Tac Toe Bingo as a dynamic assessment game to heighten student learning. Dive into the discussion: #TeachingStrategies #EdTech #Podcast

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🚀 Elevate your research game with @wakelet 📊 Professors, turn it into a centralized hub for collaborative spaces, multimedia curation, and showcasing results. Transform education with this versatile tool. Read more: #EdTechTransformation #WakeletVersatility

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Nice step forward. I tried to use @evernote tasks full-time and lasted about 1 week. Too many workflow shortfalls compared to competitors (no projects, small viewer, sorting/filtering constraints). Please add the ability to get emails into tasks seamlessly, without having to move them from a note to tasks.

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Let’s talk X (formerly Twitter). We all know X to be one of the world’s most robust repository of current news. However, X can also serve as an hours-long source of distraction if not “hacked” properly.

I tell my students to follow all companies and individuals who are thought leaders in their future disciplines. The next step is to turn on notifications from sources who could be paramount to a students’ success.

X’s ability to customize notifications is a very useful tool because it allows the most important updates through to your lock screen and notifications feed. You don’t want every update from every followed source coming through; you only want the most important. I once heard someone say a notification is like someone tapping you on shoulder and asking for your attention. ​

#Productivity #FocusOnFocus @X

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"Understanding the Current State of Higher Education: Part 1 of 2

At this time of the year, it's crucial for leaders in higher education to be well-informed about the issues affecting their respective campuses, as well as those affecting the wider landscape of higher education.

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🔓 Experience the strength of collective teaching! Discover its role in building professional bonds, providing diverse learning settings, and granting flexibility to teachers & students. Constant benefits seen across applications. More here: #TeamTeaching #EduRevolution #SharedTeaching @edutopia"

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Focus on the skill or process, not the person, when giving feedback. This means avoiding making comments about students' intelligence or personality. Instead, focus on their work and how they can improve it. For example, instead of saying "You're not very good at this," you could say "This section is a bit confusing. Can you try rephrasing it to make it clearer?"
#EffectiveFeedback #StudentGrowth @edutopia

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Break the barrier of online anonymity! Recording short videos can add a personal touch to your online courses, making students feel more connected.

Embrace imperfections and be yourself in the digital classroom. Discover more insights. #OnlineEducation #VideoTeaching @chronicle
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Notion's Most Useful Features for College Students Who Want to Manage Projects
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Business Model Canvas just got an upgrade! 🚀 Professors, use @wakelet to create collaborative workspaces for students. Enhance teamwork and understanding of key business concepts. Dive into the possibilities: #BusinessEducation #WakeletUpgrade
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𝗔𝗻𝘁𝗶-𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗔𝗜 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗲𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗻𝗮 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿

The January 20-minute mentors from Magna Mentor were powerful starts to the new year and I recommend them both f
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