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ED135

Teaching Multigenerational Learners

As students from different generations are enrolling in post-secondary settings today, instructors are presented with the challenge of how to engage, instruct and relate to these multigenerational learners. This course gives profiles of different generational learners and how they engage in the learning process. Content is shared on how to relate to learners of the different generations and how to use students' life experiences as learning opportunities. As technology is an essential part of instructional delivery, strategies are given for building on the abilities of multigenerational students to use social networks, portable media (given the parameters of school policy), and personal interaction. In addition, instructors are given methods that can be used to help students develop the critical thinking and interpersonal skills needed for career success.

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This course provides you with a lifelong peer-to-peer learning opportunity through a specific Performance Group created within the Career Ed Lounge, a learning community of career education professionals. This allows you to learn and share with your peers at any time you want, even after you complete the course.

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Course Testimonials

"I loved the flow of this course. Also, the content was comprehensive... the material is clearly presented, succinct and meaty, and is broken into just the right size amounts. Thanks again - I enjoyed this succinct learning adventure. "

"The ED135 course provided excellent information on the various generations for learning. This is so very helpful for my online teaching. Because of this course, I now realize the importance of helping to make connections to real life applications in my lessons for Gen Y and Gen Z especially."

"This course was sooooo helpful for my online teaching!!! "

"Great information to help me understand the generation gaps and enhance my students' learning "

"Great in understanding the various types of students we have at our institution. "

"As someone from the baby boomer generation that has been taught a certain way, it is now refreshing to grasp the new challenges of the new realities of generational learning and the technological impact on learning. Thank you for a well written course. It was really beneficial in my understanding of the times we are living in."

"I enjoyed the short videos in the class. It provided another way to ge the message across and allowed me to use my auditory skills."

"This was a wonderful course. I have learned many new ways to effectively teach students of all generations."

"The information provided about each generation was fascinating and changed my perception of how students learn."

"Real decent course. It helped me with how I have to deal with different generations in my class, especially with todays technology."

Course Objectives

Module 1: Understanding Generational Differences

Identify the differences among generations.
Explain the importance of understanding generational differences.
Describe the general characteristics of the Silent Generation, Baby Boomers, and Generation X.
Discuss the educational methods used with the 3 earlier generations.
List the primary characteristics of Generation Y and Generation Z.

Module 2: Learning Preferences of Generational Students

List the preferred learning methods of previous generations.
Identify the learning methods of Generation Y and Generation Z students.
Compare and contrast the learning preferences of the different generations.
Assess differences in instructor teaching methods and learning preferences of Generation Y and Generation Z students.
Describe areas of opportunity for reaching Generation Y and Generation Z students.

Module 3: Technology and Multigenerational Learners

Define and describe the terms â€œdigital nativeâ€ and â€œdigital immigrant.â€
Describe current technologies that are being utilized in instruction.
Identify methods of incorporating technology into class management.
Discuss potential challenges when incorporating technology into the instructional process.

Module 4: Instructional Strategies for Gen Y and Gen Z Students

List ways of engaging Generation Y and Generation Z students.
Identify ways to facilitate the development of critical thinking skills in Generation Y and Generation Z students.
Describe the use of effective instruction for Generation Y and Generation Z students.
Design effective learning experiences for Generation Y and Generation Z students.
Compare different approaches to use with multigenerational learners.

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Can Start Anytime
Self-paced (within course enrollment timeframe)
4 Hours of Activities

Completion Requirements

Study Course Content
Pass ALL Required Quizzes

Digital Badge & Certificate of Completion

4 Hours of Continuing Education
Awarded upon successful completion of course

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Certification Credits

This course provides a Certificate of Completion with 4 hours of continuing education credits.
This course provides credit toward the Certified Higher Education Professional (CHEP) credential in the following specialization area(s):
- CHEP in Teaching
This course provides credit toward the continuing education requirements for CHEPs in all areas of specialization.

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