Earlier this month, Mark DeLonge, Eric Carlson and Janet Lively attended the ETOM Spring Retreat – The NEW Digital Literacy event held at the Perry Hotel in Petoskey. NMC has an institutional membership in the Educational Technology Organization of Michigan (ETOM). In fact, our own Ben Post is the current Treasurer of the organization and Terri Gustafson is a former ETOM President. Here’s what Mark had to say about the experience (on behalf of Eric and Janet). 

Janet, Swoop, Eric, and Mark with the Ernest Hemingway statue in downtown Petoskey.

What was the name of the conference/PD opportunity you attended?

ETOM Spring Retreat – The NEW Digital Literacy

When and where did the event take place?

June 5 & 6, Petoskey, MI

Please share details from a memorable keynote speaker, conference session, or something else notable from the event:

The conference focused on AI and its uses in higher ed. Amanda Hardman from the Colorado CC system spoke about “What do we really want from AI.” Her talking points included the ideas that: AI is a great partner if you are already knowledgeable and AI can be assistive technology by using it to reduce barriers.

How likely are you to recommend this opportunity to a colleague? 

Likely

Do you have any big takeaways that you’ll be applying to your pedagogy in the near future?

A speaker from Mott CC spoke about the digital divide and how AI knowhow and ability is another new facet of the digital divide. Ryan Bernstein and this presenter both shared the same idea of having AI be a Gen Ed Outcome. This idea seems like something we should be exploring at NMC.