by Jacob Gutnicki1. Do not test the equipment prior to presenting.
2. Do not prepare alternate activities just in case the Internet is not functioning.
3. Do not allow your audience to ever ask questions.
4. Do not give refreshments. What do they think? This is not a café!
5. Do not help confused participants. Assume they were not paying attention.
6. No need to verify links. A broken link never hurt anyone.
7. Talk really fast; the faster the better.
8. Hands-on activities are for losers. It’s all about the lecture.
9. Discussions are a waste of time.
10. No preparation required. Real professional developers shoot from the hip.
11. No agenda required. Your participants are perfectly capable of taking notes.
12. No tutorials required. The Internet will take care of this.
13. No follow up required because we all work too hard.
14. No need to worry about varying software versions or computing platforms. After all, it all works the same way; basically.
15. Feedback??? We don’t need any stinking surveys!!!
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178 comments:
LOL! I think this can also be called the 15 Essentials of a bad teacher, now that SmartBoards are a standard within many classrooms. I can see teachers making the same mistakes in their classrooms also.
Ayesha Long
I'm happy to report that all the profesional developments that I've attended have been truly engaging. Presenters have included dicussions, hands-on activities, gallery walks, and immediate feedback using response systems. The last PD I attented, the facilitator had us use our cell phones to to text responses and ask questions.
I love how this posting makes light of a pretty serious situation. Using humor, it addresses many issues that truly do occur in many PDs. My favorite is #8, "Hands-on activities are for losers. It's all about the lecture." I have often seen many PDs be strictly lecture, and these same schools are telling their teachers to "give children hands-on activities". Almost ALL of us learn better by doing... not just watching or listening!
Christina Ferrara
Talk really fast and don't allow questions??? What kind of PD is this? Do you really want your audience to understand, stay focused and engaged to what you are trying to sell? The opposite of all that you said should be done. The opposite is what educators have to do in order to teach their students, so how can one feel that there is no need to teach the teachers the same way?
Vanessa McMellon
I'm sure there are a lot of professional developments out there that have gone this way. The internet not working, or it being just a lecture. But, like Roxanne, I have only been a part of professional developments that were very engaging, hands on and useful.
Kimberly Braga
This article is great. I must say that many people do not take these things in to account when preparing for a presentation. Being prepared is a crucial aspect of having a successful PD. These things could really help the audience feel comfortable and truly enjoy. G. Torres
As a fairly new teacher, I have only attended about 3 or 4 professional developments and as Roxanne noted, they have all been truly worthwhile. In fact, had they included any of the 15 items noted in this article, I would have been extremely disappointed. Aren't most professional developments given by teachers or people involved in the education world in some fashion? Shouldn't they know better than to put their audience (typically their colleagues) through this? I'm certainly glad that I have yet to experience a PD like any of these and I hope that I never do.
Courtney Weiner
Amen!!! This list is right on the money. I have been unfortunate enough to witness this in some professional developments that I've attended. Follow this list and you will be sure to lose your audience.
Nitzeida George
I agree with Prof. Gutnicki that it’s very important to be prepared. I think that it’s a good idea to have alternate activities because technology does not always work.
Back in undergrad, before all of today’s great technology, I had prepared a video presentation for some very influential corporate representatives. However, something went wrong. The good thing was that I had copies of the presentation to pass out to everyone.
It’s also important that you are prepared to answer any questions your audience may have and that you give them the opportunity to ask them. Additionally, getting feedback from your audience can help you improve your presentation/workshop for the future.
AMEN!!!! This couldn't be any more perfect. Thankfully, all the PD's I have attended were very engaging and YES, they provided food (either lunch or breakfast). Some people really depend on PD's for helpful tips and information. It's important to be mindful of that and make sure you answer any questions, clear up any confusion, and get your point across as best as you can.
Professional developments need to be prepared in advance to get out all the "quirks" It needs to be reviewed by more than just the person making it and piloted before it is presented. As a teacher, I have attended many professional developments, good and bad. More importantly, you always need a back up JUST IN CASE! After all, just like humans technology isn't perfect.
I have witnessed some (if not all) of these "Don'ts" in presentations. It is important to be prepared and take all aspects into account.
If you want your audience to care about what you are presenting then you need to create a good presentation and foster an environment for learning.
Anastasia Andreyeva EDSE 650
Geihan Hussein
This article really point out how some teachers think. It is actually good hear teachers opinions. Although, I do not agree with these this article some may. I think that a teacher is to be prepared because it is very important for teaching students. Hands on materials are engaging and will keep students motivated giving a lecture only can have the students bored and not listening.
Most if not all of the PD that i have attended has been very helpful and engaging. Most of the time i find that the presenters are letting us do activities to in order to better understand and engage more in our development. The list that you have created is cute because it makes light of a more serious situation and one that can lead to a lot of failure. Unfortunately in many schools it is exactly what goes on. Luckily i was able to be a part of a more successful PD experience.
LOL very funny post! People defiantly need to keep in mind that they cannot rely on technology to always work and need to have back up plans in case things do not go according to plan. Just in case your technology does work you need to be well prepared too !
This list is extremely funny and terrible! Whoever includes this in their class will sure to have miserable students. These rules will simply tell you what not to do. Now that technology is required to be used in most schools, it is important to give students a positive experience.
Kristen LoCasto
Well, unfortunately, I have been to plenty of Professional Developments that have followed these guidelines! They were boring, unprofessional and left me feeling anything but developed!
Clearly, you are aware of how negative a PD can be, if not facilitated properly. The opposite of these guidelines would certainly lead to a productive workshop, especially on a relevant subject such as technology. I will certainly keep these in mind when giving my PD on differentiation next week!
I think these are really bad. I think one should always be prepared and be very open for discussions. I don't think people take some of these things into account when preparing for PD/ Workshops. Maybe if they offer some of these DO NOT'S the PD/Workshops would be more effective. I think there should be more hands on to grab the attention and make the time lively.
These essentials of what appears to be good isn't. reading these essentials are a negative view point on what not to do during a PD. Teachers in many ways are capable of making these mistakes. This is a good reading to actually seeing what we do encounter.
Thanks for the great post! I think these essentials not just for technology. I think every educator has to print this list and use it in everyday life!
I think this was a great article. I'm sure sure that a lot of PDs were conducted like that. As future educators we should be aware that being prepared is the key for sucesss, wether we are doing a class lesson or a presentation we must be prepared. PD should be engaging and fun for the whole audience.
Unfortunately, I've experienced most of these "dont's" in professional developments. Accounting for technological setbacks is definitely a biggie. Presenters should always be prepared for obstacles especially working on DOE servers. Lastly, it is very easy to pick up on a presenter who has spent diligent time preparing and ones who as you have said "shoot from the hip."
When you go to a work shop you expect it to be interesting and you expect to learn. this article does not reflex on what a workshop should be like although
there are workshop who come across these problem.
t.alvarez650
EDSE 650
Mariya
These are some great tips on what not to do for professional development and for educators. Teachers can really learn a lot from these points (by doing the opposite of course) and keep their students engaged and learning.
This is just using your brain. I feel two of the most important things when using technology is to always have a backup. How many times have you been somewhere where someone else is giving a presentation and it doesn't work. It's awkward and can be very scary if you do not have an alternative so I think you should always have a backup. Another important thing and I learned the hard way at work is you have to make sure versions of whatever you are using are compatible. For instance, I wrote a lesson plan on my Mac in pages and assumed because the school uses Apples that it would be fine. Unfortunately the pages version on my school computer was outdated and wouldn't open my lesson. After going into a complete panic for about 5 minutes I covered it to a word document from my phone and everything was fine. Bottom line don't trust the internet be smart and always have a backup or alternative plan.
Dawn Toth
Fall 2015 Touro
All these steps are preparing you to have problems. If there is no planning or interaction, that plan is ineffective and pointless. Why would someone want to work that hard and not be cautious about having the outcome successful. You are basically preparing to fail. A good presenter and educational should know that if they want a good outcome, they need to check off all these things on their list to make sure that everything is accomplished.
Frieda Antebi
One might laugh while reading this post but there are many teachers whose style of teaching are similar to the 15 essentials of bad professionalism. I went to a Professional Development and felt that I lost my time and money because the presenter spoke fats and he did not allow for any questions. I think that if we are going to teach, we have to be prepare for the unexpected.
Susana C.
650
The list of 15 essentials of bad professionals could be relevant to any sort of occupation that include communication reciprocity. Each of the "essential" refers to things that might happen in reality, in a classroom, in an auditorium, etc. These are the things a professional,a teacher or a professor, should remember while preparing a lesson for students.
I think the title is perfect for this blog post. All 15 items listed are definitely bad developments of technology usage. I think that teachers should NEVER use them, because that shows that they are horrible teachers. Teachers should do the exact opposite of all of these 15 items listed.
This is a very helpful list to remind presenter from preventing doing one of criteria from above. In my experience, It makes me discredit the presenter when links that he /she provided me are broken. it tells me that the presenter didn't do his homework or update his information before presenting his finding.
C. Mark
EDSE 650
This list is an awesome tool for every educator that heavily uses technology in their classroom. I personally don't believe in a lot of technology use but it is something that I will keep in mind.
I love the sarcastic tone and the reference on #15. "We don't need no stinking badges!!!!"
EDSE 650 Monday
Great tips on what not to do not only for Professional Development meetings, but for all educators of every subject and grade!
I like the article. The best ones on your list are number 8 and 4. You can never go wrong with a hands-on activity. There is nothing worst than a presenter who just talks the whole time.
Refreshments are important. It should be against the law to have a PD and not offer refreshments.
Sabine Jean
Kelsey Reed
I have attended many professional development workshops and for the most part it was always very clear how prepared the presenter was. It is so important to be prepared when presenting a professional development workshop. It is also extremely important to keep the audience engaged and motivated. As teachers, we can all learn so much for each other and these workshops can be a helpful tool for just that!
Haha...This is what I'm assuming is what a bod teacher may do? Come unprepared, students will not be engaged, nor learn but rather we should show students how to use technology to the best of our advantage. This should be posted in every classroom as a reminder of what NOT to do!
Kellyann Doran
EDSE 650
This article is really funny. It reminds me of everything that you should not do when teaching professional development. Teachers need to do the opposite of what is on this list. I will definitely keep this article in mind when I teach on a daily basis.
EDSE650
Robyn Balsam
I understand the point of this article, however, I think it would be better to ditch the reverse psychology aspect and just be upfront with the reader. Some people are way too literal and may actually follow this advice without realizing its actual intentions. Also it may be more helpful to maybe elaborate or give suggestions in regards to each suggestion. I just feel like being straightforward and clear is the most effective way to transmit information.
Vinny Garcia
I find these items to be very humorous as well as helpful. Some of the more important issues to me address the importance of being prepared. For any presentation to be successful there should be a good amount of preparation, especially with technology, which seems to always break down at the most important times. Test equipment is crucial to presentations involving technology! Broken links can bring presentations to a halt. Without an agenda there will be no structure to your presentation. Preparing an internet alternative also may prevent a presentation breakdown. Winging it is not recommended, and the majority of these items address the need for being prepared.
Tom Bishop
EdSE 650
Very Clever. This is nice way to give 15 tips on how to run a PD. If you simply listed the tips as a typical "how to" guide it might actually make less of an impact. By stating the list in a what "not" to do format it becomes more engaging. I like the advice and if I ever run a PD on technology I will surely take it.
M. Satira EDSE 650BC
This is a really great post!! This list should always be taken into account when preparing presentations or workshops. Furthermore, all educators should have this list on hand each day.
-Chana Tabi
I think if all this things were happening in my class. I don't really think I would like to be there. It doesn't really sound like fun.
Professional Development is meant to help teachers improve certain aspects in the classroom. Shockingly, many of the things listed happen more often then we think. I feel that no matter if it is for professional development or just your normal daily schedule, you need to be prepared. One of the responsibilities as a teacher is to be overly prepared because you never know what can happen. This is especially important when you are teaching little ones because you should always expect the unexpected and that prepares you for any complication.
Dana T. - EdSE 650 Monday evenings
Interesting enough this is something I hear all the time, not only in the development of Technology, but also in other fields! People are lazy and negative. Unfortunately this attitude and phrases are used more so, then not! Where the opposite should be occurring. Being proactive and keeping up with technology, or what ever we are dealing with, would be concrete for growth and profound results! So lets create essential's that improve both ourselves and what we are demonstrating!!
Kristin Michelle Palmeri
Christina Visciano EDSE 650
This article presents many outcomes of bad professional devolvement in technology. As a teacher, I believe the biggest problem is not having an alternative back up plan when technology is not working. I learned this thru experiencing this situation myself while teaching. I delivered a whole lesson with materials being technology and smart board based; however, when the smart board ended up not working, I had to think of something fast and efficient to substitute my lesson with. With this in mind, when now presenting a lesson using technology, I always have a hard copy back up.
I laughed while reading this a few times. Enjoyable read ! I am almost positive not every professional development is a always a smooth one . Although I have not been too many professional developments, the few that I did attend were engaging and useful. I couldn't imagine being at a professional development that wasn't engaging or useful. I wouldn't want to waste my time in such a way. Unfortunately what one may find engaging, you may not! Education should be interesting! Hand on learning should always be a part of the classrooms we teach in. Hands on learning makes the learning process more fun and enjoyable for both the teacher and students. Hands on learning could always be a plus at a PD as well!
Alexandra Violetta
This blog made me laugh. This is what usually ends up happening at professional development meetings or workshops that I have attended.In general, I feel that a good presentation is all about organization. It does not matter that the presentation is for professionals. These professionals, like students need to have the topic of discussion presented in a clear way otherwise they won't bother paying attention. Not only is it rude to the presenter but it also hinders the professionals' professional growth in the field. In addition, as the first point states, always do a test run of the equipment you are using for your presentation. Having any technical difficulties are a sure way to lose the audience.
EDSE 650 BC
Jane Haddad
EDSE 650 - Jonathan McGhee
I really enjoyed reading these "essentials" in the format that was used.
Personally, I have learned to be very skeptical when it comes to the reliability of technology. Too often things have gone wrong when I was depending on something technological--a PowerPoint, a video clip saved to a thumb drive, a projector I reserved in advance of a lesson--in order to deliver instruction of some kind. I suspect the best way to deal with technology in this era where it's becoming increasingly necessary to use technology to teacher, is to have plenty of knowledge of the tools and to be prepared for malfunctioning.
EDSE 650 Veronika Blank
This was certainly an interesting read. I have been to plenty of professional developments that had more than a few of these from the list. Often times the person conducting the PD is talking so fast I can barely keep up! Also, there is very little discussion in post PDs, and instead there is just one way lecturing which makes things that much more tedious and boring opposed to informative and helpful. This is a good way for people to learn how NOT to conduct PDs. Oh and a few refreshments never hurt anyone. :)
I feel as though this is very beneficial towards technology but also towards all educators in any subject area. These are great tips that we must take into account all the time in our classroom.
All of these essentials are very important to all educators that are in technology or not. We can all benefit from each of these to better ourselves and our classrooms.
-Victoria Troy
This is hilarious post and so true, I think staff development are a waste of time because they are not well prepared and the topics are repetitive.
I liked this article. I thought it had great information about what not to do. I am fond of the testing your equipment idea. Teachers should test their technology so they can start their lesson right on time. I think having no drinks by the computer is a no brainer but people do it anyways. Guess they have to satisfy their hunger. I also think the hands on approach is important as well. From what I observed so far, people need to learn technology through trial and error.
I have to confess that numbers 2, 4, 11 and 13 are definitely my thoughts when comes to any presentation. I thing I should always be prepared with a plan B just in case that the presentation A doesn't work as expected. But the truth is, I ended up never having time to fully prepare myself.
Vivianne Beltrand 650MA/summer 2016
I enjoyed reading this article. It really points out 15 essential components that should be thought about when using technology. I believe this can also be very beneficial for teachers when integrating technology in the classroom. I have attended many classes where teachers just lectured from a PowerPoint presentation and never incorporated hands-on activities (this obviously has a boring class).
Esther Rosario edsn650
I have to say this list is very funny. I like the tips they give you because people always end up doing many of the ones on the list. I do have to agree that it is a good idea to have a back up activity just in case the internet is down. I personally do have these encounters with my classroom computer everyday.
In the teaching world preparation is the key. the bottom line is if you're not prepared your skills suck. technology scare me. to say it lightly! I'm growing to embrace it because I just have to. I appreciated the rules. I truly didn't think of things like the essential part of my teaching like, internet could be the death of me. ill take what I learned from this class to help me in the future. things like printing the power point presentation slides could help if you don't have internet access.
Lisa Paul edu.650
Only a lazy person will follow this. It is all wrong and unprofessional. We are supposed to be prepared and must prove our capabilities by being ready for the task.
Yafit Gadaev
EDSE 650
Based on what I read I could conclude that this is horrible professional development etiquette. Its sad to say that there are teachers who run their classrooms exactly this same way. In my opinion every classroom needs structure. Students should be allowed to ask questions because what do they learn if they don't test their own curiosity...
Ruty Israilov EDSE 650
This article really point out how some teachers think. It is actually good hear the teacher’s thoughts and opinions. Although, I do not agree with these this article some may. I think that a teacher needs to be prepared because it is very important for teaching students. Hands on materials are engaging and will keep students highly motivated giving a lecture can only have the students bored and not listening.
I think this was a great article. I'm sure that a lot of PDs were conducted like that. As future educators we should be aware that being prepared is the key for success, whether we are doing a class lesson or a presentation we must be prepared. PD should be engaging and fun for the whole audience
Kelly Subjenski
EDSN 650
I have been to many professional development sessions and I found that this list needs to be given to some of the people hosting these sessions. Many times professional development sessions are simply one person talking about the topic for a long period of time. It is hard for people to learn anything when all they are doing is listening to a lecture. Likewise, having refreshments and a time for questions and answers allows people to feel more at ease and become active participants in the session instead of just bored observers.
Alan Avezov
EDSN 650
This article poses humorous propositions to "bad professional development in technology" when it can also actually be applied to "bad professional development in teaching." All of these items are absolute opposites of what it requires to be a good teacher. Students must be able to ask questions, have discussions, provide feedback, and be followed up with their learning at all times.
This article definitely touches upon some of the unfortunate events that occur when teachers and other professionals are holding PD's. The down fall for a lot of professional developments that I have attended is that the presenter is either moving very fast, or not allowing the audience to participate with hands on activities. It is very important for audience members, especially those that are not seasoned in technology to have a lap top to work on that allows them to learn through personal experience.
Milan Dey-Chao
EDSE650
This article was humorous. I think this what-not-to-do list is applicable to all professions. I am a big fan of having alternate activities in case the equipment or the internet does not work. In my view, the key to success in professional development is preparation.
These are perfect examples of what NOT to do! Unfortunately, some educational instructors are guilty of either one or more when presenting. It is crucial to be clear, organized and open to all questions. Discussions are NOT a waste of time, as they offer open talk that everyone can learn from.
I am really confused with this article as to it being very contradicting. Technology is one of those things when being educated on technology should allow for a lot of the essentials being mentioned. A bad professional development would be not being prepared and not explain clearly what the task is. A plan b is always a great idea especially when dealing with technology, we never know what can happen, for example the internet.
Stefanie Rizzo
EDSN 650
Most articles or information about PD almost always tell you what you SHOULD do, but how can you avoid the bad if you don't even know what NOT to do. I think this blog post is great in telling you all the dont's of conducting a PD and may help people avoid things they didn't even realize they were going to do. One should always be prepared in any type of setting where you are providing information but especially in a teaching setting.
Debra C. EDSN 650
These 15 "what not to do" may seem obvious to some, but there have been Professional Developments that have followed these protocols. Professional Development should be like a workshop, it should be very interactive. All the materials and technology should be tested before the presentation begins. Similarly to teachers' protocol, a back up lesson or presentation should be prepared in case something does not go smoothly.
Elliana Kim-Alzate
650
Olga Vasquez
Ed650
Summer 2016
This was a great post that took a very different approach to things that should be done before and during a professional development. in my career I have attended several, and I think the one essential that sticks out to me the most is the one about testing equipment prior to presentencing. Many of the PD I have attended have had quite a few technological mishaps, smart boards don't work, videos don't load etc. When things like this occur it really throws up not only the presenter but the audience as well because everyone starts to talk, and then its difficult to gather everyone's attention again. I think that equipment should always be tested out before in order to avoid this type of situation.
This post gives good information about approaches that should be done before and during a professional development. In my career I have attended two. Many of the Professional Development that I have attended have had quite a few technological mishaps, smart boards not going on and the videos not opening. When this occurs the presenter is really on their own for those down time moments while addressing the audience.
Nana Magali 650, summer 4,2016
Samantha Laurella EDSE 650
I am happy to report that more than half of the professional developments I have attended have been beneficial to me. However, that handful of awful ones have really either confused me more or wasted my productive time. I do believe a PROFESSIONAL should be well prepared when delivering on a subject or topic to other professionals, in order to keep everyone engaged and willing to learn and try new things.
unfortunately I have not attended any professional developments from the department of education. I have yet to get there, but hopefully one day. So unfortunately I cannot speak on experience in that aspect. But I will say that if this is what is going on in Pd's then that's horrible. I say that because these professional development meetings are to make us better professional teachers and educators. They are supposed to be our advocates and giving us motivation and inspire us to do better and show us how to. I have been to staff meetings and professional development meetings in private school setting and I have to say some were technology based and I found to be boring at times,. and at times informational, but for the most time I usually find that engaging professional developments are usually more effective.
I love this blog post because it is so sarcastic and funny. But on a serious note, this entry highlights the importance of being prepared, checking everything, and making sure everyone is on the same page.
It sucks to say that I have experience bad professional development in technology. When professional developments are developed around these issues people will be better equipped. I enjoyed the humor in bad professional development.
Kenesha
Summer IV 2016
Every single one of these points is most definitely NEEDED for a professional development. I would not want to sit through one of these things and be bored to death, and not even provided with water. I would have to walk out. I think people are in charge of presenting for a PD should think about how they would want their PD experience to be if they were in the audience. I would want it to be engaging, interactive, fun, and entertaining as much as possible. I would not want to sit through anything that is going to make me fall asleep.
Ha! I think this article hit the nail on the head of all the things NOT to do during a professional development. It is so important, especially as a teacher to have access to quality professional development sessions and technology plays a big role in the majority of how information is presented. If presenters are not prepared with various hands on activities and back technology tools, it takes away from the learning experience.
This article might seem funny to a lot of people but I'm pretty sure that a lot of people that do the things listed in this article. You should always be prepared and have a backup plan. I believe that Teaching should be interactive and interesting at all times to engage the audience and get their attention.
Farah
EDSN 650
Tantinia 650
The professional development I have attended made a few mistakes that is shown in this article. Which drags out the development for more than it should be. But I see a lot of this mistakes also with teachers and their use of the smart board. promising students an activity on the board but the internet is down. Which delays the lesson of the day.
I think this is a great post! how many times have I been in ca class where the teacher prepared to use a presentation and the system was down! Worse than that, there was no back-up plan! Instead of just teaching something else, there was just dead time!
I also resent professors and teachers who think that the students can keep up with their fast talk! Obviously, if I'm in the class, I came to learn the material - not go over it! It is very important for a teacher to give the students the time to understand the material and then have a review. Unfortunately some will just never get it!
EDSE 650 Rachel
I think these are definitely 15 components of bad professional development, and setting oneself up for failure.
I think preparation is always essential. Other accommodations would just enhance the experience of the presentation. Depending on the context, refreshments may or may not be necessary. However, tutorials and additional materials could make the presentation easier to follow and be better for the presenter.
Kathy EDSN 650.
This list provides the many ways to lose your audience (classroom). Its important that as educators we do the opposite of these examples. Teaching requires interaction! We need to be open to discussions and feedback so we can become better educators. Preparedness, planning, motivation.... all key factors in success!
Alyssa Emhoff
Course #650
This article is a riot. These are extremely important aspects that must be done before presenting any type of information before an audience. Sadly, I presume that these were written down for a reason. Thus, meaning this has happened to a numerous amount of people before. There are specific protocols for every situation that should be taken in account. The equipment should always be tested before use and every teacher should have a back up lesson. It never hurts to be prepared.
Marie Amato
EDSN 650
Peter Piroso EDSN 650 Summer '16
As bad as this sounds I have seen professional development meetings where several of these "rules" where used. :( I think more often than not the people that run these bad meetings use essentials #'s 7,9,12, and 13.
This article is an amusing insight to the real world issues that occur at professional development. I think follow up is the most important thing to do, since many times I am taught something and then i forget or i get lost when i am trying to do it in the class, so follow up would be great. As teachers we want to find the best ways to help our students become engaged and excited about learning, and many times that is through technology, so i think technology is the most important thing to utilize, since so many kids probably know how to use it better than the teacher does.
This article made me laugh! I have been to many professional developments over the course of my 4 years as a teacher. Some are wonderful, informative, interesting, and useful, while others fall short to say the least. This article, unfortunately, reminded me of some of my own experiences attending P.D.s. I wish all presenters had the opportunity to read this before implementing their P.D, as a guideline of what not do do to ensure a smooth and successful P.D for all!
Edward DeCamillis
EDSE 650
All men and women who conduct professional development should read this blog article! Many of the professional developments I have attended have left me feeling underdeveloped! Most articles or information about PD almost always tell you what you SHOULD do, but how can you avoid the bad if you don't even know what NOT to do. I think this blog post is great in telling you all the dont's of conducting a PD and may help people avoid things they didn't even realize they were going to do.
I really agree to all don'ts' and all with all 15 paragraphs. Cause I believe that teaching should be interactive, hands on and well planed activity. Everyone should interact, talk well and in a paste that everyone can understand. Make sure to have a back up plan and listen to what others have to say
Olga Pira
8/24/16
Christian K EDSE 650
The 15 Essentials of Bad Professional Development in Technology was a great article and shows what could be the difference of what great teachers and bad teachers do. As future educators it is important that we don't pick up some of there bad habits and if we do that we correct them.
I have to agree with some of these post that this was a great post because it remains you to always have a back-up plan or plan B,C or D just in case the technology does not work. There is nothing more un-comforting like dead silence while you try to fix or search for your work.
I found this entertaining and its actually pretty scary that I have been to PD's that sound just like this. I found the " talking really fast and lectures are the best way to go" to be the most realistic in the PD's that I have been to.
I think that the article was hilarious. To often some presenters believe that people already know the information that they will be presenting to them and that others are those who actually don't but they are not expecting those people to share that they are not that knowledgeable about technology. I believe that because technology is forever changing for the better, it's hard for people to catch on and catch up. I believe that a presenter should always b e prepared and even prepare for the worst when they are conducting a workshop. A presenter should make sure that there is an opportunity for all learners (auditory learners , visual learners, kinesteic learners and tactile learners) to acquire the information he/she is sharing. PD session should always be allotted a sufficient amount of time for Q&A, hands on and for testing your knowledge sessions in order to make sure that the goal of the session was successful. I truly hope to never attend a technology professional development workshop the follows this 15 steps. LOL!
Evelyn Peterkin EDSN 650 Fall 2016
Geoffrey Zimmerman - 11/21/16
I've had mixed experiences when dealing with staff training/development. I've attended very informative development sessions and ones that seem to just waste time and disregard basic topics teachers need help with: behavior control, lesson plan development, and help with room organization.
This post brings out good points that SHOULD be addressed during training's. I found it sarcastic and very funny - something most training/development days are not! Well done professor. A teacher always needs a backup plan and other things to engage the students with because sometimes Murphy's Law happens and preparation ion that case is key for getting past it.
If people do the opposite of this advice then they should be good to go. Always coming prepared and making sure everyone understands what is going on is very important. Participants should not feel confused and should be allowed to ask any questions to help clarify any information. If you follow these tips posted, your audience is sure to leave feeling frustrated, confused and annoyed.
Malka Kramer
11/28/16
EdSN 650
Roche_EDSN 650_Fall 16
This article truly emphasizes what poor planning and a poor professional development looks like. I have seen both sides of professional developments, some that were extremely engaging and well planned and others that seemed to have been thrown together a moment before we began. It's so important to thoroughly plan out a PD in order to target your audience and ensure that those attended get something meaningful from it. If you're hosting a PD you are dealing with a group of professional adults, who are probably dealing with an already hectic schedule. So, the PD should serve a purpose and be educational, engaging, etc, to ensure that those attending are furthering their professional careers.
I agree with these 15 essentials of bad professional development! You must always have a back up plan incase technology fails you. Struggling to fix your presentation in front of a class can be painful and embarrassing. Following this "to not do" list will help you with a successful lesson.
Christina S.
EDSN 650
FALL 2016
After reading this article I came to find it amusing! Ive been to several PDs in the few years I have been apart of the DOE. Some can be dull, interesting, informative, and beneficial while others can be just simply boring. This article related a lot to my experiences in the past of prior PDs and this would ensure the readers of what isn't necessary to make sure it is smooth and successful PD.
The things you listed were many of the things that are lacking in my own staff development sessions at work. I feel like I am usually left needing more clarification on what was being presented. And there should always be a back up certainly in case equipment fails but there usually isn't.
Mike L 650 Fall 2016:
I always enjoy humor being used as a tool to teach about a serious topic. As for the 15 essentials to be a bad professional development, I agree with every one of them! I have to say that I'm guilty of a few of those but its good food for thought when I begin teaching in the near future
When I hear PD I'm hit with a feeling of depression, unless I have a presenter, that's a motivating teacher. A Highly effective teacher would test all equipment out before... like a maestro about to lead his orchestra, that teacher would lead you to learn, and effectively DEVELOP as a PROFESSIONAL! :)
This is a very funny post. It is set in a light-hearted manner but really hits some touchy aspects of how professional development is approached.
M.Perani
EDSN650
Nov.2016
I guess it is naive to assume that people already know that they should not do your 15 essential no-nos. I have experienced, firsthand, the value in preparing alternate activities because, more times than I care to admit, there are technical difficulties with the internet technological software. Although we live in a society that benefits greatly from advances in technology, we also should not rely so heavily on it and be independent users.
Natalie Kabakov
EDSN 650 Fall 2016
I like hoe this article talks about the major issue during professional development meetings. I Like the added humor to bring to light quicker the problems that can arise during a professional development meeting. the dos and donts at professional development meetings are always a good thing there should be more article like this concerning professional development meetings.
Alina Cuello
Monday evening 650 class.
It is such a shame that presenters either did not plan for their presentation meanwhile teachers have to plan lessons all day for their classrooms. A good presenter and educational should know that if they want a good outcome, they need to prepare themselves before presenting to make sure that everything is accomplished.
-Amanda Riccio
Wow! These are the funniest and, quite frankly, the most comprehensive essentials of ineffective presenting I have seen in a long time. And I am not trying to earn an extra credit by making this statement (: I think that many points from that list can be also applied directly to instructional approaches in the classroom. Meeting our students where they are in terms of their skills is critical - teachers/presenters are servers of the learners not performers on the stage. Answering questions, adjusting the pace of presentation, being prepared, listening to feedback and providing hands on activities among many other described strategies simply communicate respect and sensitivity to learners' needs. A simple idea which has proved itself to be so powerful!
Victoriya Levkovskaya
EDSN 650 Monday
This is a good list of what not to do when presenting technology. One of the most important things that I have learned from personal experience is preparing alternate activities in case the technology fails. This has happened to me before and I did not have anything else planned so I was forced to think on my feet and come up with something very quickly. Needless to say, this was quite stressful. Another important tip is to not talk too fast. This is important in any presentation, but especially in technology presentations because the participants may be easily confused. Presenters should talk slow and clear and make sure everyone understands the content of the presentation.
Eugene naccarato
Professional developments are key to a teacher's overall technique and sharpening of teaching skills. It is key to be clear and engaging throughout the entirety of the time.
I think number 5. jumped to me the most! It's so true, you can't assume your audience will know what you are talking about, and if you don't break it down it a variety of ways then you are limiting you listeners. Some might tune out, but I feel like a higher percentage would because it's one track minded
The 15 Essentials of Bad Professional Development in Technology. I truly believe that these are the bad essentials. It is hard to believe that a presenter would come unprepared or even consider any or the thoughts or ideas to a "professional development" training of any kind. A professional development session on technology is essential because technology is always changing and people have to continuously familiarize themselves with "what's new." A presenter at this kind of training should be prepared with a step by step agenda and be prepared to even stray form the agenda if it is going to better help someone to understand what he is teaching. In order for people to understand and get familiarized with new technology there has to be working equipment, there has to be opportunities to ask questions and opportunities to test their knowledge on what they were just taught.
Evelyn Peterkin EDSN650 Fall 2016
Time and time again, I've sat through the hardest presentations. I describe it as hard because as teachers we are use to constantly being on the move for 6 hours. The fact that we are pulled out to sit for a whole academic to listen to someone ramble on and on, is HARD. Ultimately, if they'd allow us to take a break for each time the said "Give me a sec," there would be no PD. This article highlights everything that basically goes on during my PD. Not mention most instructors a technology illiterate, so the need for the help of others is always requested. Number 11 is extremely important to me considering I use a strict routine on a daily basis. I need to know what to expect or I will for sure lose my mind.
Teyana Smith
Monday 5pm
From Betty Cohen technology class at touro
Very humorous article! Many of the teachers do have these qualities unfortunately, and it was refreshing to see an articles like this. I like the idea of preparing another activity if the internet is down this happens a lot unfortunately.
This is a humorous article that pokes fun of the dull, redundant professional development seminars teachers go through. Most professional development seminars i have attended are very similar. They all seem to be the "do and do nots" of teaching. The author was able to teach us the "do's" by poking fun at the "do nots". Simple, yet effective way of getting your point across. Well Done.
Thomas Finale
Fall EDSN 650 Naseer
This was very insightful because now I know how to better prepare myself. I usually talk really quickly during a presentation so now in the future I know what to work on and what not to do.
Faye Grossman
EDDN 650
This article made me laugh! the best way to teach an important lesson is by showing us exactly how we can do it wrong! Giving a presentation and lesson can be scary but this helps make it less daunting.
I thought this article was hilarious! I have been to many professional developments that featured many of these bad practices. From equipment malfunctions to boring lectures to starvation, I barely made it out of some of them alive! I think it is great that Professor Jacob took the time to highlight all these horrible things that occur during PD’s. I wonder if this list was created based on one or many terrible experiences.
Miriam Lagnado
Hahahahhahah!!! This is a perfect blog for showing the mistakes that people often make! It is an excellent way to show how ridiculous some people can really be. While actually in the above scenarios, one does not realize how bad they really are. Once they are worded the way they are, one realizes how awful they truly are!
Thank you for the insight!
no one who follow these rules should have the right to teach, speak publicly, give advice, make suggestions, work in any profession that services another being, and/or socialize with social creatures.
All valid points! Sad to say I have attended some PD sessions that check off 1-2 items on this list but for the most part, they are engaging and done right.
-Joseph Stabach
This is funny. For those people who do actually follow these guidelines, they will have a sleeping audience or an audience who are not engaged at all. It is always beneficial to create a presentation or professional development that will engage the audience. This can include creating opportunities for group work, having a feedback session, and answering any important questions that a member from the audience might have.
-Jennifer Occhipinti
This is an interesting article about the things that you shouldn't do in a professional development. It's crucial to be prepare and make sure that all the links and internet are working prior to the presentation. It's also important to engage the audiences and create hands on activities for them to complete. This article should be label the "The 15 things not to do in a professional development."
Yenny Ho Wu (08/28/2017)
very interesting article. everything mentioned in the article should be the other way around. Preparation and keeping the audience's attention is very important for a successful PD.
Dan Dan Xie
EDSN 650 summer 2017
I believe good professional development involves the audience. The audience should be able to provide their own feedback in which they can receive answers to their questions to properly help our students in the classroom community. Also, without proper feedback we will not know if the professional development was actually helpful, or of any changes it may need to make it better in the future. Tutorials are also very helpful when participating in professional development because it gives a visual aid of the topic being discussed, so the audience can see exactly how to do something and implement things into their classrooms. Overall, I think the opposite of all the things on this list should be done to be successful in running a good professional development.
-Bianca Nelms
This is hilarious! Thank goodness I've never been to professional development like this, its seems like it would be a total waste of time. On the contrary, the professional developments I have attended were informative and extremely meaningful. At times a little long winded, but for the most part they were worth it.
" The 15 Essentials of Bad Professional Development in Technology", addresses an unfortunate reality for many educators. #1 not testing equipment is a rookie mistake and is not expected from educators when attending a P.D. #3 Not permitting the audience to ask questions is also an impedement. If the audience is engaged enough to ask questions than they should be acknowledged, respected and addressed. Most importantly because others may have the same inquiry and a deeper synthesis and understanding can be gained by discussing and elaborating on questions. Basically, the same values and policies you evoke in the classroom as an educator should be expected and applied in any P.D.
#10 No Agenda required will result in an annoyed and irritable group of professionals. The harsh reality is that most individuals (especially those with 10+ years in the system) view P.D.s as a waste of time. Without an agenda or purpose to the P.D. will result in more irritable (than usual) staff.
#12 No Tutorials required, use the internet is especially unproductive. If students might "checkout" or loose focus while watching videos the same DEFINITELY applies to tired professionals after a long Monday of work. Without a post conversation pr acknowledgement of the internet video, people are liable not to pay attention resulting in no gained proficiency on the topic.
Francesca Cordone
EDS 650
Summer 2017
Professional development sessions are crucial for effective classroom teaching.Planning PDs before hand,is essential for presentation of materials that will stimulate and engage your audience in productive discussions.Presenters need to know what kind of software to use to be effective in their presentation.
This article really point out how some teachers think. It is actually good hear teachers opinions. Although, I do not agree with these this article some may. I think that a teacher is to be prepared because it is very important for teaching students. Hands on materials are engaging and will keep students motivated giving a lecture only can have the students bored and not listening.
This article was very interesting and contained a lot of true information. I liked the language in which this article has been written. To me it states the obvious reasons on what is considered bad professional development in technology. This list is really good and I would use this list to help me conduct an effective professional development.
I do think that this bad professional development are very helpful for those professionals that make this type of mistakes. This article might look awkward, but is the true. I have seen a lot of time how professionals go over their lecture very fast in order to not waist time. I really think that this will help those people not to make this type of mistakes.
Erika Zumba
EDSN 650
This was a really funny read; but this article definitely also touches upon some of the unfortunate events that occur when teachers and other professionals are holding PD's. The down fall for a lot of professional developments that I have attended is that the presenter is either moving very fast, or not allowing the audience to participate with hands on activities. It is very important for audience members, especially those that are not seasoned in technology to have a lap top to work on that allows them to learn through personal experience.
I strongly agree with this! I have been to many different professional developments and you can really tell the difference between one that is well prepared and one that is not. A follow up session is also a good idea so that teachers can discuss any findings or challenges after they have put the new skills into place within their classroom.
Chelsea Olgiati
All essential points. Often times presenters know the information to be presented but are unaware of the art of presenting in PD's that include the use of technology, hence these PD's are not essential geared to be meaningful to the participants. Presenters should be well aware of these points and try to ensure their PD's are structured with the intent that the members of the audience benefit substantially from the event. Point 7 was familiar to me because many PD's i have attended this was a general issue of concern to me.
Paloma EDSN 650
I am not in agreement with a lot of the 15 essentials,because preparation is always the key. Because there are those who cannot present well enough without preparation.The internet at times do not and that is true, because the testing or adding on a tech activity at the last minute is not a good idea because something can go wrong with the internet.
But as far as food, if the present is culturally sensitive like Kosher, or alternatives to pork for the Muslim community, and dietary needs then there you see the good effort of the presenter for the presentation.
Merlyn Jannett Amaya
Teacher for the Guild
As I read through the list I find myself guilty of a couple of these bad habits/ shortsighted planning. Certainly I would never have thought that that provision of refreshments was part of the the planning for a professional development workshop. I will keep this point in mind the next time I am planning an event. It is a great list to guide anyone who plans to make presentations.
I thought this was a perfect blog. I find these to be very careless but unfortunately, common mistakes people make.
I think these are great pointers that seem obvious but that unfortunately often missed.
This is so funny!!! This is a perfect example to show mistakes professionals, who think they know things and are smarted than everybody else, make.I think that if they read what you wrote they would rethink their genius opinions.I feel that no matter how smart someone is and how much experience he has, there is always room for improvement.
Shauna Desouza. EDSN 650
This serves as a great reminder of some simple things we forget are important. Many times we overlook these essential things to do, resulting in us wasting time. This is very excellent and deserve a share. thanks for the reminder.
My favorite part of this article is "2. Do not prepare alternate activities just in case the Internet is not functioning" because I have seen many situations in the DOE, that staff members freak out when the smartboard or internet doesn't work. It is a very interesting sight to see because a majority of them do not problem solve how to work around that and continue on with the activities in a differentiated way. Instead they freak out, get nervous, and can't cope with what else to do.
I happen to really like this article. I found it funny. it seems, that if you want to do everything right, do the opposite of what the article suggests. The funny part is that there might actually have been a couple or more of the 15 essentials of bad professional development in technology, that i might have experienced already.
Hi, there!
I'seen all these 15 bad unfortunate things for years. We have morning meeting presentations with 5-10 min. duration.And all staff members must present. So, everything posted in the article is true and I agree that presenters should be prepared and consider all these little things can happen.
Boris Balan
This is a great article and has a lo of good tips on what not to do for professional development. Any professional development should have a good presentation especially if done with technology. I feel many teachers would benefit from a good presentation and examples, when it comes to technology.
I found this article amusing, often times people in professional development settings overlook basic niceties essential to creating a positive learning environment. Preparation is key to delivering a proper presentation, be ready to pivot during any pitfalls your presentation may have to keep your audience engaged in the material.
Edward Giordano,
This article is hysterical!!!!! lol best thus far! I think favorite is #8, "Hands-on activities are for losers. It’s all about the lecture". Lecture PD's are brutal. however, Being prepared is a crucial aspect of having a successful PD.
This article focuses on preparation in the area of professional development and I wholeheartedly agree with that aspect. In the professional world, you need to prepare to succeed. You must be ready for anything and everything. You must be able to see what can go wrong and preemptively plan for it. By staying one step ahead, you ensure that your chance for success is much higher.
Christopher Guardino
What is truly funny about this article is that these actually happen more often than people think (or they're not thinking, that's why they fall victim to some, if not all of the listed elements).
This article is both amusing and yet so important to be mindful of what makes any presentation successful.
Love the way its written!!! Keeps you paying attention to every detail.
As for the content of the article it actually made me think that I do make some of this mistakes and it made me realize that some of these mistakes could have unpleasant consequences. Overall, very informative and fun to read article, which definitely catches your attention and have great points.
After reading this article, I have come to terms that I have attended a few Professional Developments that were just like this. And of course you can never forget the people who are attending the PD consistently talking and wishing it was over. Overall, PD's should be taken more seriously. Therefore, we could take our jobs more seriously.
I agree with Prof. Gutnicki that it’s very important to be prepared. I think that it’s a good idea to have alternate activities because technology does not always work.
It is obvious to do the complete opposite when preparing for a pd or even teach. A big part of our job is to be prepared in all that we do, and this list is an excellent representation of that.
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Kyle Noto
EDSN 650
The article contains good humor, while also containing truth within it. Many people would sometimes fall under these predicaments when presenting at PD's. I have noticed during these presentations the one presenting would fly through it trying to finish. Planning a PD where it is fun and basic for all to understand is the key to a successful PD.
Professional Developments can be one of the most tedious activities that educators can be a part of. However, that all depends on the preparedness and coordination of the presenter. Going through this list i couldn't help but think "duh," "obviously" and "is that even an option." I tend to forget that sometimes common sense and obvious norms/rules aren't all that obvious. I lead professional developments multiple times a month in my school and looking back to the beginning i can remember myself making these mistakes. For a successful PD, technological or otherwise, these 15 essentials are very important in order to run a smooth and engaging event. Teacher buy-in will fluctuate based on how the PD is structured and whether or not it is purposeful and they feel respected. PD's cannot be lectured or simple cut and dry. they must allow teachers to learn and discuss what they understand and what next steps to follow to act upon the PD itself. After all a professional development is just a lesson to teach teachers. If we don't design good lessons. kids will misbehave and disrupt the lesson, just as teachers will in poorly executed Pd's.
This is the most straight forward article I ever read! This can describe any bad teaching not only relating to technology but preparing for the lesson as well. Some people are still doing it but not a lot of people mention that this happens.
Antonina Nefedov
EDSN 650
I am not a teacher. I am currently trying to become one. After reading these 15 points, I feel that this is a lot of common sense to do before doing a professional development seminar. You can't go in unprepared. Also, if certain materials do not work, you should always have a plan B.
J. Pucci_ Spring 18
I agree with number nine, at times discussions can be time consuming and take up a lot of time, it is always better to get straight into the lecture right away. Regarding number four, in a professional development refreshments should be served, especially after a long day of work.
Ruti Iskhakov
EDSN 650
Spring 2018
Vincent T. Miller
EDSN 650
Spring 2018
This article is straight to the point. Talks about talking faster and not asking questions. Mainly when we all are sitting and having a PD and are thinking the same thing. That thought is when is this over. This article is exactly what not to do during a PD when you have one.
EDSN 650 M.Bovell
I totally agree with articles many points of inadequate professional development, based on tech training. I have personally experienced a ineffective PD. At the professional development the presenter could not get the application started. We spent most of our time there watching the tech guy reboot the program. When he finally got the program working, he rushed through the tutorial. The vast majority of us were left where we started. We had no idea how to incorporate the tech app to our lesson plans, let alone use it. It is important the facilitators of the tech professional development, strategize a plan, in which they breakdown a personalized way to effectively introduce new technology for learners.
Preparation is key to any good Professional Development. These are all good things not to do when preparing for a professional Development. The article presents a humorous way of presenting tips for a good Presentation.
M. Matthews
EDSn 650
I feel that people normally take the approach of what to do for professional developments as opposed to what not to do. This was a great way to see clearly all the things that we sometimes see that are not helpful! The purpose of professional developments is for people to come and gather to learn information about a topic, be engaged and go back to their classroom with something new and useful! This will not be possible if we do not put ourselves in the shoes of the people receiving the information and their point of view. Technology plays such an important part in providing information to everyone. Testing the computers and materials beforehand is very important. In addition, allow collaborative discussion and feedback. This is a great way to engage the participants and also get feedback on how to improve for future professional developments.
-Yokasta 650
This article was way too amusing for me to read. I go to Professional Development meetings once a month every month at work and unfortunately I have to deal with a lot of these so called "bad" aspects. I think it is very important to have the staff want to come, sit there and learn more. Sometimes the speaker talks too fast and the staff members who want to learn, can't understand what is going on. Many times I went to a professional development and the speaker wasn't prepared. That irked me because I felt like why should I be there for 8 hours if they didn't prepare accordingly. I also strongly believe that if the meeting is about technology, the links that they speak about should be verified. This article should really be read by all the professional developers.
This is hilarious because probably every single educator has sat through a professional development in which every single one of these horrible "guidelines" was followed. I really enjoyed number 3. I hate when professional developers speak for the entirety of the session and do not ask a single other professional in the room for input. If you do not get the audience involved I feel like it's almost impossible to keep their attention. People learn more by engaging with the topic and discussing it.
A quote I once heard that stuck with me, "Your staff is only as good as the tools you provide them with." I believe this is relevant. Teachers need working copiers, printers, and computers to meet the demands of teaching effectively. With this, requires training and guidelines to upkeep these items and understand how to utilize them properly. Brodersen
This post was amazing I think this can be applied not just to professional development but to teachers as well. Professional Development at times leaves the person attending even more confused and looking for help because the staff that comes to do the professional development is not really proficient enough to explain and to teach the material. Also many times there is not enough material to go over the time that we are required to be in the classroom. Imagine having to be there for 8 hours and all they bring is one sheet of paper that explains something that is supposed to me demonstrated online but there is no internet connection therefore the demonstration can not take place and the sheet becomes confusing and worthless.
Also some people do not enunciate very well and if they speak quickly you understand zero of what they said.
Very good points honestly they made me laugh at how true they are, "Do not allow audience to ever ask questions" so true, what is the point if you cant get a resolution to your question. Also to many times the whole professional development is centered on the computer and if that doesn't work there is no back up plan.
Michaela Tusinean
650
Sunday
11/18/2018
I have experienced many P.D's that have had at least 14/15 of these bad habits. I find that most professionals assume that because we are adults that we all learn the same way and that hands on materials or practicing the new skill being taught is to time consuming. Also the lack of resources handed out to staff to help them further research or develop a deeper understanding of the material. The most important thing that this article mentioned that I have witnessed that is crucial to making sure staff develops mastery of a skill or material is follow up. Follow up is crucial it can answer questions staff may have come across or clear up areas of confusion for staff who believed they understood during the P.D but found out later they had misunderstood. These skills need to be taught to leaders and teachers and retaught throughout the school year.
This article will make you laugh,because those are most unprofessional situation we would meet all the time. The presenters speak very fast and audience can't understand, and even not allow to ask questions. No Way!! when you do lecture or lesson, not only give out information but also need to think about what they need and what may make audience confused. Some of the list also remind us that you really need to do preparation before it, like test the equipment and have alternative solutions if the computer doesn't work and how would you present? These 15 lists are not only about presenting in technology,but all professional development attitude we should have and avoid these bad things happen. Ting Ting Yen
Karmela- EDSN 650 This article is awesome! I will print a copy to show my school director how PD should be done!
This is definitely true! I have had my fair share of professional developments and fortunately they lack all 15 bad essentials - I guess that means I learned something!
I have seen many of these during PD's. Especially the hands-on activities and it got very controversial that ended up discussing race and peoples point of views on race. I agree with all of these that they should not be involved during a Professional Development of any kind.
Not allowing the students or audience to give feedback is definitely a disservice to you as a professional and a teacher. Feedback whether good or bad is always helpful in the classroom and in the professional world. It allows you to see where you are going right and in which areas you need to improve. It can be as simple as a follow-up survey in an email or a small piece of paper the audience fills out on their way out the door. Any feedback is good feedback!
Jennifer
EDSN 650
LOL at first I was confused reading number 1. I was thinking to myself, "wow I feel like you would test the equipment prior to presenting. Luckily, by number 2, I caught on. I thought this was a cute and funny way to get your point across. However, I know many teachers who have not followed these essentials, which may seem like obvious essentials to follow. I will keep this article as a check list.
Hi professor, This article is so funny. I liked the part where it says "act like the students were not listening." That is something I think you hope does not happen,but is something that most teachers should do just in case. Not only to reinforce learning but to assist students who have a harder time process information. This article is light-hearted and something that most teachers would relate to and find some comedic relief.
I love how this article makes light of a pretty serious, and very common, situations. Humor is a great way to get the readers attention and it does addresses many issues that do occur allllll the time. It was a refreshing read to remind us to do all 15 things. Thanks!
Melissa
EDSN650
Summer2019
Great article, I love a good laugh. We should be doing the exact opposite!! =) Professional Developments can sometimes be very boring because the lecturer is not engaging their audience. I believe they should use more hands on activities instead of simply doing a presentation because half of the time most people are not focused or paying attention. Keep it fun, the way you would your own lessons within your own classroom.
I think this article is very entertaining, to say the least. Since these are the most common unprofessional situation we tend to face day-to-day. We've all encountered the speaker who never lets you get a question or a comment in edgewise, and who never like to adapt or adjust their traditional way of thinking or incorporating technology in everyday work life. The fact that we are too glued to technology in this day and age that we do not know how to properly interact or socialize with people is very sad and disappointing. But I do believe it's an easy fix if we as people choose to make the change. All in all, this was a great read and a reality check for individuals who tend to carry out these bad habits.
This is a great article, primarily because although this was meant for comedic relief, some people actually do the things that were mentioned! Why put so much time into the creation of a presentation to not make it a great one? On another note, there have been many times that a website or a video link did not work on my computer but with the simple guidance of being told to use a specific browser, this could have been fixed instantly. The 15 things mentioned can be such minor things for the presenter to do but could mean a huge difference to the audience. Interaction with the audience keeps them engaged as well as entertained. Having an agenda helps audience members to know exactly what they are going to learn about. Again, great comedic relief that some presenters definitely need to see!
This is a great article, primarily because although this was meant for comedic relief, some people actually do the things that were mentioned! Why put so much time into the creation of a presentation to not make it a great one? On another note, there have been many times that a website or a video link did not work on my computer but with the simple guidance of being told to use a specific browser, this could have been fixed instantly. The 15 things mentioned can be such minor things for the presenter to do but could mean a huge difference to the audience. Interaction with the audience keeps them engaged as well as entertained. Having an agenda helps audience members to know exactly what they are going to learn about. Again, great comedic relief that some presenters definitely need to see!
I agree! you have to come prepared, with a backup plan if all fails. It is very important to be helpful and speak at a modified pace so that everyone is on board and keeping up with the instructor. Feedback is important because it allows us to improve our work. Lastly, it is definitely important to let your students/audience eat and/or drink by the technology! We have to stay hydrated on a hot day like today. Very well written, straight forward and to the point!
some teacher while they giving their lesson talk so fast that the students don't understand the lesson. I think when a teacher speaks fast and doesn't ask the students if they understood her/him its wrong. this is the reason why a lot of students then fell their class.
Liana EDSN 650
After reading this article it goes without saying it seems many things can go wrong when presenting with technology! Maybe all mishaps listed as a result from unpreparedness would happen on a really bad day. However it would also seem there is critical preparation that needs to be done to ensure technology, related supports are functionally properly in time for a presentation.
The most relate-able point is #6 on broken links. How many times for presentations a link you thought was functioning, is now broken. Even if it happens once, it's truly embarrassing.
EDSN 650
Helena Curbelo
This is a fun way to define what a boring lecture is made of for whatever topic you are presenting. The truth is, every presentation with that does not use the 15 keys is definitely destined to run through the participants without leaving any trace or spiking any interest at all. Hands-on activities is how we all learn about. Questioning is key. Clearing confusion, being prepared in case nothing works, of course, follow up, for sure.
All those 15 keys are essential in making the point across and teaching the audience something.
Gladjola EDSN 650.
What an interesting way to raise awareness on these 15 Essentials of Professional Development in Technology. I really liked how you use the humor in these statements to make your point. It does effectively reinforce what is the right approach for each one of them.
Erjola Ceku
EDSN 650
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