How-to

AI as a Co-Author: The Making of ‘Uplift Your Teaching’ with ChatGPT

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Exciting news for educators! I’m thrilled to share my latest project, Uplift Your Teaching: Empowering Educators – Insights and Inspirations to Transform Your Teaching, a book I co-authored with the help of ChatGPT 4.0. As a director of instructional innovation, I understand that teaching is more than just imparting knowledge; it’s about continuous learning, profound insights, and shaping future generations.

This book is packed with daily inspirations, thoughts, and motivational insights, all designed to support educators at every level – from K-16 teachers in various settings to those in 2-year and 4-year institutions. It’s the result of blending my experiences in higher education with the advanced capabilities of ChatGPT 4.0, aiming to address the unique challenges and triumphs in teaching.

“Uplift Your Teaching” is more than just a read; it’s a journey and a testament to our dedication to education and personal growth. It’s about making a difference not just academically, but in the lives of our students. Enriched by the collaborative intelligence of ChatGPT 4.0, this book is a source of support and encouragement, reminding us of the invaluable nature of our work.

How to dive in? The book is designed for daily use, starting any day of the year. Each entry comes with a reflective question to prompt your thoughts. There’s no better time to begin this journey than now.

Download your copy today and join me in transforming the way we teach and learn!

Licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) 

Pilates How-To Video Shoot

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Yes, I worked on New Years Day art directing a video shoot for a Pilates instructor. After 4 hours of shooting, we got the video we need to create How-to videos for a series of eCourses Bob [the instructor] will be emailing out to clients on his mailing list.

One never knows what an instructional designer will do when working with subject matter experts. In order to fully understand the Pilates movements, I had a yoga mat on the side and did the poses as Bob was describing them.  This way I could be sure he was including all the information necessary to be used in the videos.   Being ready to emulate a situation, ask the right questions and give feedback to the expert are a few of the techniques I use when creating instructional design materials.

There are so many moving parts when shooting a How-to video.  Besides the basics of getting the material communicated correctly, there is; the set, mics, lighting, backgrounds, wardrobe, and direction.

It was a fun way to ring in the new year.

Talking How-to Video

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So, I’ve worked up this little video to talk about “why” it is important to have video on your website.  For example, did you know that having a video-like a how-to video- on your website can increase your Google ranking?  It’s true.  Scroll down, to the bottom of my website and see a couple more examples of videos I have created.  I also recently pulled together this little animation video describing why you need a how-to video. So, think about one of your products or services that might become even more popular, with your customers, and let’s talk video.