Do you teach pre-nursing students? Are you interested in seeing examples of the differences between pre-2023 NCLEX exam questions and those they would encounter on the Next Gen NCLEX? This brief presentation will demonstrate and discuss the differences and how to help prepare students for this change. It will also include a brief discussion of the clinical judgment model.
After 10+ years of credit card sign-ups, I have taken my family of 4 on more than 50 trips using points and miles. Some have been small weekend outings; others were two weeks in Europe. This was possible on a teacher's salary, due to credit card sign-up bonuses. Flights, hotels, and rental cars can be paid for using points by leveraging good credit and paying off balances each month.
Take control of your financial future with our hands-on budgeting workshop! Whether you're just starting out or looking to fine-tune your current budget, this session will equip you with practical tools and strategies to manage your money more effectively. You’ll learn how to create a realistic budget, track your expenses, and prioritize saving for your goals. This workshop is designed to empower you to build financial confidence and develop habits that support long-term financial success. Perfect for individuals at any stage of their financial journey!
We will share our journey toward adopting a more student-centered teaching approach, followed by a shared discussion on the institutional, academic, societal, and generational barriers we have faced along the way.
This session is for Gen-Ed faculty teaching seated courses who want to help students use gen-AI tools ethically and effectively but are unsure where to begin. The session includes an overview of the AI-Education relationship, followed by student demonstrations of AI tools for academic use. Attendees will discuss assumptions about AI and learning, engage in a Q&A with students, and participate in an activity to develop practical strategies for integrating AI as a learning tool into their courses.
Nutrition, hydration, sleep, mental health, soft tissue health, exercise, balance, environmental exposures, and menopause all play vital roles in shaping your healthspan and lifespan. This session provides an accessible review of empirically supported research on these topics, tailored for audiences ranging from the casually curious to experienced educators. We’ll explore the key findings from thousands of studies, as distilled in three groundbreaking books authored by leading experts in the field.
The rollout of the new “better” FAFSA in 23-24 was challenging for everyone – students, families, and those who support them. Delays and glitches exacerbated confusion over the form and the process and led to a nearly 10% drop in FAFSA completions over the previous year. There were, however, some positives, including a much simpler form for those able to complete it. In this session, we’ll share lessons learned and how student success, financial aid, and other professionals can support students.
This session will cover essential customer service skills to help you build a versatile toolkit for improving student interactions in challenging situations. We’ll discuss how to handle uncomfortable conversations and deliver bad news gracefully. We’ll also go over best practices for de-escalation. Join us to enhance your ability to manage difficult interactions and provide exceptional support to your students.
As conversations around AI often focus on misuse, it is essential to shift toward empowering students to use AI ethically. At Ozarks Tech, after students showed interest in learning more, we hosted an event to explore their engagement with AI. This presentation will showcase AI prompts that help students manage time, create study guides, and boost performance ethically. We welcome a discussion on how others are guiding students to use AI effectively.
This session will review how to reserve a room around the college utilizing the EMS system. You will be shown how to select the time, location, building, and items needed for the event, as well as any additional details the event may require. We will follow this up with the approval process and how you can know if the reservation has been approved.
This session focuses on the importance and potential uses of GenerativeAI (specifically ChatGPT) for college staff and how it can become an essential part of their productivity toolkit. This presentation is designed to help you better understand GenAI in an effort to increase your efficiency and learn how to develop your AI skills.
Join us for a relaxing plant workshop where you'll discover how plants can reduce stress, uplift your mood, and bring calm into your life. I'll also share how I'm engaging the community through my PLOG (Plant Log), encouraging plant care and mindfulness. Plus, you'll get hands-on experience potting your own plant to take home, perfect for adding tranquility to your space!
Your credit score plays a crucial role in shaping your financial opportunities. In this session, we’ll demystify how credit works and provide you with actionable steps to build or repair your credit. Learn about the factors that impact your credit score, how to read and monitor your credit report, and effective strategies to improve your credit over time. Whether you're starting from scratch or aiming to recover from past credit issues, this session will guide you toward a stronger financial foundation.
MDHEWD has established a P20W Research and Data Center and is working with partners to link data from (P)reschool through K-12, postsecondary education and training (“Grade 20”) into the (W)orkforce. P20W data systems allow users to analyze data, de-identified for privacy and confidentiality, to better understand pathways, programs, and policies that support the education-to-workforce journey.
This session will share our progress and future goals and engage attendees to hear their interests.
Are you curious about what happens in the electrical program? Join us in the electrical lab for a hands-on experience where you'll explore how motors and switches work. You'll get to start and stop motors, change their direction, and experiment with interactive boards featuring lights, switches, and a 3-way switch. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity!
Unlock the full potential of your academic advising tools in this focused session on uAchieve batch functions. Learn how to use the batch feature in the degree audit to streamline the review of multiple student records. Additionally, discover the new batch option in the degree planner, designed to simplify the process of creating student plans in bulk. This session will equip you with the skills to enhance your workflow, save time, and provide better support to your students.
This will be a walk around campus, with emphasis on getting up and walking around campus during the workday. 30-minute walk schedule, with a map of campus and 30-minute routes.
Has it been a while since you've toured the Springfield campus? Or maybe you've never taken a tour? Bring your curiosity, questions, and walking shoes as we take an engaging and informative walking tour of the Springfield campus. On the tour we will explore various programs, resources, and departments while getting a closer look at areas you’ve always been curious about.
This session focuses on the essential skills for successful group collaboration, using improvisational games, discussion, and humor as key tools. Attendees will engage in a dynamic exploration of teamwork techniques designed to enhance collaboration. These strategies can be applied in real-world situations to foster an open, inviting, and supportive environment for collective work at home, in relationships, and in the workplace. Come ready to play, laugh, and learn!
In this session, we will give a live demonstration of the ways in which collaborative gameplay through tabletop roleplaying games (TTRPGs) foster team building, strengthen communication skills, encourage creative problem-solving, and deepen intrapersonal understanding and connection. The OTC library staff will be guided through an adventure, and must tap into our ability to communicate and problem-solve in order to foil the efforts of an evil wizard trying to steal Granny's apple pie recipe.
Discover how Ozarks Tech is transforming lives through our prison education program. This session will highlight OTC's journey in the Second Chance Pell experiment, share stories of student success, discuss challenges we have faced, and outline our plans for expanding the program. Join us to see how we’re empowering incarcerated students, breaking down barriers, and shaping the future with expanded programs and innovative support.
Learn how to effectively plan and market student events at Ozarks Tech College. This session covers event planning fundamentals such as project management, logistics, and selecting the right time and place. Attendees will also learn Ozark Tech specific marketing strategies, including submitting a creative request, social media coverage, using students to promote events, and optimizing the OTC calendar for event promotion.
Have you had a question about our students, institution, finances, or academics and were sure the answer existed...somewhere? This session will walk you through Data on Demand, Ozarks Tech's centralized data dashboard. Through an interactive scavenger hunt-like session, explore new facets of the college you may not have been aware of before and become an Ozarks Tech data expert.
"Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace" explores the key principles outlined in Daniel Goleman’s Emotional Intelligence 2.0. Participants will explore the four core components of emotional intelligence—self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management—and learn how these skills can drive professional success. Through interactive discussions and real-life case studies, the session will emphasize practical strategies for improving emotional intelligence.
Unlock your leadership potential and learn how to make a significant impact, regardless of your job title. This engaging session is designed for staff and faculty at all levels who want to enhance their leadership skills and drive positive change within their workplace.
Melissa Lloyd is the Chief Human Resources Officer for Ozarks Tech. She is an accomplished HR professional with over 27 years of experience in HR, having spent most of her early career leading HR departments in the banking industry. Melissa holds both a Bachelor's degree and Master's... Read More →
Tuesday February 18, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm CST
NKM 108
Students are struggling to learn together. Absenteeism is on the rise, conversations are dwindling, curiosity feels rare, and group work is more dreaded than ever. How can educators reignite engagement and help students rediscover the value of interaction? Join a conversation on overcoming the inertia of isolation and rebuilding essential classroom connections. Share your frustrations, experiences, and ideas as we work together to create a better classroom experience.
Approximately 350,000 Americans will go into sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) in 2024. Most of those persons will die needlessly simply because the person standing next to them did not know what to do when someone quits breathing and their heart stops. Surviving SCA does not have to be a death sentence, nor does a bystander have to be CPR "certified" to know how to save a life. Learn the secret to survival during this short presentation.
Retirement is a well-deserved reward for your years of service. But can you retire on your terms—when and how you want? With some thoughtful planning, a 403(b) tax-sheltered annuity can help you achieve your retirement goals. This powerful tool offers tax advantages today, builds additional savings for the future, and supports early retirement through the state-sponsored retirement system. Join this New York Life presentation to discover how small steps now can lead to significant rewards later.
