Welcome to the MoteCon 2022 session, "All Aboard the Mote Boat!" presented by Shelly and MacKenzie from Mote. This session explores the transformative power of Mote, a voice recording tool designed to help educators and students communicate more effectively by typing less and talking more.
• Mote fosters stronger relationships between teachers and students by encouraging verbal communication.
• The tool is particularly useful for educators with diverse classrooms, including ESL and special education students.
• Leveraging Mote can enhance instructional technology integration in schools.
• Building community in the classroom through personalized engagement is fundamental.
• Mote supports educators in creating a more interactive and inclusive learning environment.
The session kicks off with Shelly and MacKenzie sharing their personal backgrounds in education, illustrating their transition from traditional teaching roles to advocating for innovative tech solutions like Mote.
MacKenzie MacLeod brings experience as a former reading and English Language Arts teacher in Dallas, focusing on ESL and special education. Shelly has a rich history as an educator, having taught various grades and subjects, eventually specializing in instructional technology to coach teachers on tech integration.
Mote is more than just a voice recording tool; it's a way to enhance classroom dynamics by reducing dependency on written communication. This session emphasizes how Mote can streamline teacher-student interactions, making it easier to provide feedback and build rapport.
Both presenters highlight the importance of building strong relationships with students and staff. Shelly shares her dedication to understanding students' personal lives, which facilitated a supportive classroom environment. Mote can aid in this endeavor by allowing teachers to connect with students on a more personal level.
Mote proves beneficial for classrooms with diverse needs, such as those with ESL or special education students. By enabling voice notes, Mote helps bridge communication gaps, ensuring students understand feedback and instructions clearly.
• Start by integrating Mote for feedback on assignments, allowing students to hear personalized responses.
• Use Mote to record instructions for assignments, making them accessible for all learners, especially those with reading difficulties.
• Encourage students to use Mote for peer feedback, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
• Leverage Mote during parent-teacher communications to provide nuanced insights into student progress.
Both presenters reflect on their teaching experiences, emphasizing the importance of community in education. Mote supports this by facilitating open communication lines, not just with students but also among faculty and parents.
Shelly and MacKenzie from Mote bring a wealth of experience as former educators and instructional technology advocates. Their insights on leveraging Mote for improved classroom interactions make them valuable resources in the educational technology space.
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