Ellen Ensher
Need a great way to start an IRL training workshop or class? Try this beach ball icebreaker exercise! As I wrap up our school year, I am reflecting on what…
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I discuss the consequences that the pandemic has had on us a lot in my blogs, especially in the ways that it’s affected our education and careers. But my professor…
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Before I share my TikTok tips for what NOT to do as a protégé, I want to say that most of us have the right instincts when it comes to…
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Though I’m thrilled to be back teaching in person next year, I’ve enjoyed reflecting on what worked this past year teaching virtually. It’s safe to say that when I was…
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There are going to be moments when the online learning situation becomes a little much. Maybe it’s the curriculum. Maybe it’s the technology. Maybe it’s a personal situation. Regardless of…
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Dear students, Here’s the thing. Just because we can’t smell your vape through the Zoom room, doesn’t mean we can’t see it. Please don’t vape during class. Sincerely, Your Professors…
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Don’t zoom into class while in bed. Early classes are not ideal. For anybody. During our pre-corona world, an 8 a.m. class meant both students and the professor had to…
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The age-old distraction of looking out the window has now been overshadowed by countless new ways to threaten a student’s engagement during virtual class. There’s the Xbox a few steps…
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“What’s your calling?” This is a question many of us are asked and if we don’t yet know the answer… well, picture a red alert, flashing warning sign level panic!…
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Don’t Take Selfies I’m picturing it now. I log into my first online class this fall and watch as my students pour into the Zoom room. Class begins and we…
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