I found this content fascinating. I really had not understood the distinct differences between the generations. I learned how each generation's experiences influence their behavior. I intend to apply this knowledge to help me better understanding where the student is coming from
I've learned that there a different ways of learning depending on what generation you are in.
It is fascinating to think about how the newer generations never knew a world without a smart phone.
This module taught me that each generation has unique and diverse environments. From baby boomers to generation Z, they have unique values, communication styles, and work preferences shaped by their upbringing and experiences. By recognizing and respecting these differences, individuals can foster better relationships, enhance teamwork, and create inclusive environments that leverage the strengths of each generation.
The information in this course has helped me to understand the significance of generational events and how impactful it is on the way a person will learn and interact with their peers. This is important because in order to have versatility in my teaching, I need to understand the most effective way to teach them. Having an understanding of a student's preference, such as whether they prefer more technological resources or more traditional resources for their learning, will help me ensure that I am setting them up for success in their future careers.
Instructors should understand the differences between the generations for various approaches to instruction.
Every generation has a specific learning style that will be the way they learned as a child into adulthood.
After learning the different characteristics between the five generations in this course, I am able to utilize this information to help the students learn and help understand each student better. It also will help me to understand their background to help build rapport with the students.
Understanding how life experiences influence learning preferences allows instructors to better serve or connect with learners. We have students in our classes from boomers to gen Z, so we need to use teaching methods that support each generational group.
As a Gen X'er, I always find the discussion about use of and comfortability with technology interesting. I am OK with technology but is very evident that the younger generations are definitely more OK! :) I am always grateful to Gen Z son who can help me with any technology problem even if he has never used the program.
It's good to refresh about the differences. It's odd that this module doesn't mention the anxiety that Gen Zers feel about climate change. It is one of the most frequent topics brought up by students in my classes.
After taking this course, I am well versed with the the different learning styles of each generation as how different available technology was for each generation. As a instructor, one should keep that in mind while teaching a multigenerational class of students. It was interesting to learn all the varied characteristics of all the different generations and how it could affect their learning styles.
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This teaches me the different styles of handling each different student based on their generation. It also gives me an idea of what would may motivate each student.
I have learned that each generation has a different learning style.
I think understanding how life experiences influence our learning preferences is a definite key to expanding on awareness that everyone learns and communicates differently but also the state of mind from different generations.
