Beyond the Classroom

  Technology has always shaped our lives, but the post-COVID era has seen a surge in innovation. AI and virtual reality are rapidly becoming mainstream, transforming how we work and live. AI is everywhere. Apple just announced Gemini (Google answers to OpenAI) will be incorporated into the new iPhone. OpenAI has now ventured into text-to-image with Sora , which should be released to the public (the paying ones) within this year. Copilot AI (once known as Bing) has been added to all Microsoft packages, free to users.  So what does this mean for the workforce environment?  We are going to experience a change and it going to be fun. At least, for those who can handle increasing change and technology.  Here's what to expect: Gamification Unleashes Motivation : Forget the boring training seminars. Badges, points, and rewards will be integrated into the workplace.  For generations raised on video games, this approach feels intuitive and engaging, boosting motivation i...

(Image was generated by Adobe Firefly) Hello!  My name is Mariah, and I am a budding Instructional Designer. I live in Dallas, Texas with the future aim of returning to my home state of Mississippi (I miss those magnolia trees.) I have a calico cat that stares at me all day, and a few nieces and nephews.  I decided to follow the path of instructional design when I was preparing for an interview to work at a school as a first-time teacher. I quickly realized what I wanted to do was design content and not teach. I also realized that I wanted to work with adults and not children around the same time. It was an exciting feeling to finally realize where I belong, and I am so happy to be working towards my dream. This blog is a digital portfolio so you all can get to know me and my work.  I have a passion for learning and teaching adult learners. Two quotes, often attributed to the wise Socrates, resonate with my educational philosophy: True wisdom comes to each of us when we r...