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2008 Professional Development Day
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
WORKSHOP SESSION I:
Desk Bound Survival
Debra Atkinson
Making the most of your workstation set up, screensavers, and stretching to feel better and have more energy all day. You'll get involved and practice these tips and tricks during the session.
Uncommon Germs in Uncommon Places:
Sam Beattie, Extension Food Safety Specialist
What is the truth about the recent foodborne illness outbreaks? Do you know the difference between Norovirus, E. coli, Salmonella, and Staphylococcus? Join ISU Extension Food Safety Specialist Sam Beattie and learn what you can do to avoid foodborne illness in your home.
Add Public Value to your Extension Story - It's just Good Economics!
Willy Klein, Judy Isaacson, and Clark BreDahl
(1 of 2 sessions)
We tell the Extension story - not necessarily to get more participants - but to help others understand the value of programs supported by their tax dollars. Learn how to incorporate a meaningful statement of public value into your 30-second stories. We will define the difference between public and private value and get you on the road to developing a public value message of your own.
Living on the Edge without Falling Off
Eugenia Hanlon
In this session we will discuss the challenges we face as employees who are trying to balance an active career and family. We will focus on how to manage the stress of these two role effectively.
Global Perspectives In Iowa
Himar Hernandez
Plaza Comunitarias: Learn how Iowa State University Extension is partnering with the government of Mexico to offer educational opportunities to Spanish-speaking immigrants the opportunity to complete the equivalent of a high school diploma, additional vocational education and even college/university enrollment.
Yoga Basics:
Jennifer Deitloff
Learn basic yoga poses that can be used by beginners to jump start a personal practice. We will also discuss valuable yoga resources such as videos, books, websites that are friendly for beginner students. Please bring a towel if possible.
Q & A with TIAA-CREF
Jake Zehr
Jake Zehr will present information on TIAA-CREF and also answer questions that individuals may have.
WORKSHOP SESSION II:
It's Not your parent's Internet anymore!
Jay Staker
As the Web evolves so have the communication patterns of the youth that are connected via electronic media. The presentation will be based on the evolution from Web 1.0 to Web 2.0. Various online communication venues will be showcased including: MySpace; facebook; Second Live; and other developing methods of communicating and networking. Youth aren't emailing. It is too slow they want real-time communication that is network based. Connect to all friends all of the time is the wave of the youth communication. It isn't unusual to see youth talking on their cell phones, text messaging, writing on someone's myspace wall, and talking to friends in person. Web 2.0 allows youth to engage in virtual "life" experiences in a setting that frees them from restraint as they test who they are. The workshop hopes to provide an exposure to the Web 2.0 environment and philosophy that will better allow Extension staff engage the youth audience.
Digital Photography: Photography for P&S and Extension Professionals
Jerry DeWitt
(1 of 2 sessions)
Learn what you can do to capture good photos for your newsletters and Power Point presentations. Tips and tricks of the trade will be shared that you can use to be a better photographer.
Add Public Value to your Extension Story - It's just Good Economics!
Willy Klein, Judy Isaacson, and Clark BreDahl
(1 of 2 sessions)
We tell the Extension story - not necessarily to get more participants - but to help others understand the value of programs supported by their tax dollars. Learn how to incorporate a meaningful statement of public value into your 30-second stories. We will define the difference between public and private value and get you on the road to developing a public value message of your own.
Are We There Yet?
Diane K Van Wyngarden
Why are people traveling from New York and California to Bloomfield or Guttenberg, Iowa -- and paying $1,000 for the privilege? Learn about Extension's new partnership with Elderhostel, Inc, providing educational travel for persons age 55+. Hear how these programs model tourism as an economic tool for Iowa communities and teach businesses how to become a stronger attraction
The Overspent American
Barb Wollan and Holle Smith
Barb Wollan and Holle Smith will facilitate a discussion on the powerful video, "The Overspent American" based on research done by Julia Schor. The video draws attention to and ultimately raises questions about the costs (both financial and societal) of relentlessly searching for happiness and identity through consumption. Come and see why Americans are working longer hours and spending more.
Mediation and Relaxation
Jennifer Deitloff
Learn some simple techniques to use everyday for quieting the mind and relaxing the body. It is important to take the time out of our busy lives for ourselves. These techniques are valuable and require only 5 minutes a day, or when time allows, can be used for an hour.
Adapting "Myspace" to Stay Longer in "Your Place"
Mary Yearns
With the high cost of assisted living centers, older and physically challenged Americans are seeking ways to adapt their homes in order to stay in them longer. The Bathroom Display Trailer demonstrates universal design and home accessibility features in the two bathrooms inside a 24-foot long trailer. The trailer provides an interactive exhibit for a home show, expo, or wellness and will be of great interest to the baby boom generation, as well as to local builders and remodelers.
WORKSHOP SESSION III:
The Language of IM-text messaging and beyond
Jay Staker
This session will talk about the instant messaging programs (cell phones, AIM, etc.) that abound, resources such as urban dictionary to understand them, the value and appropriate use of text options such as BTW, etc. This will also include the pros and cons of texting (costs, etc.). The session will include onsite assistance with texting and a texting demo.
Digital Photography: Photography for P&S and Extension Professionals
Jerry DeWitt
(1 of 2 sessions)
Learn what you can do to capture good photos for your newsletters and Power Point presentations. Tips and tricks of the trade will be shared that you can use to be a better photographer.
Lights, Camera...No Fear
Julie Hlas and Laura Sternweis
The microphone is in front of you, the lights are on...When you finally muster the courage to speak, what words will come out? Learn how to take the stress out of a media news interview. Master your very own six second sound bite. Learn how to prepare and deliver first rate interviews for radio, television and newspaper media. All it takes is a little preparation and a few tricks of the trade. We'll show you how...now relax...
Understanding Today's College Student
Jennifer Garrett and Mary Jo Gonzales
Learn more about today's college student: what they know, what's important to them, and how their college experience may be different than you think.
Adapting "Myspace" to Stay in Place Longer
Mary Yearns
Older Americans and people with disabilities are seeking ways to adapt their homes in order to stay in them longer. The Bathroom Display Trailer demonstrates universal design and home accessibility features in the two bathrooms inside a 24-foot long trailer. The trailer provides an interactive exhibit for a home show, expo, or wellness event and will be of great interest to the baby boom generation, as well as to local builders and remodelers.
Iowa Tourism
Nancy Landess, Iowa Department of Economic Development
Learn about Iowa tourism attractions and events to enjoy with your family and friends. Unique destinations, only offered in Iowa, will be highlighted.
Horizons - What Are We Learning?
Ruth Freeman
Successes from 20 Iowa Horizons communities will paint a picture of how Horizons is working with communities to move from poverty to prosperity for all. Research from the Study Circles, LeadershipPlenty, and Visioning phases of Horizons will be shared.
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