David Lorenz

David Lorenz

I have worked for an international company. I am currently a Microsoft Office Instructor. I also teach English as a Second Language. I work with diverse students.

Location Salem, Oregon, USA

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  • I'm a member of the Lummi Nation, Northwest Washington, Southwest British Columbia. People of the Sea.

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    Mostly it expanded my understanding of the creative AI landscape. I'm looking forward to researching the information in the course, t tools, maybe new opportunities to use AI.

  • Very thoughtful week. Interesting to challenge my beliefs and ideals around creative AI.

  • Regarding Klingemann, as I see AI unfold, I've come across some very creative applications and ideas where the machine took the human idea and transformed it.

    But can a machine have "vision", like a "vision." Can they envision the future, the end result, the journey, or are they very creative (maybe more than human?) I think the rare moments of human...

  • When it comes to a new creation under an artistic framework, such as a toilet seat, or blurred image, or whatever it is that becomes a new creation, there must be no looking back at the manufacturer (the original artist, the code writer, the toilet seat manufacturer) with regard to compensation or ownership. And "open source" is "open source."

    Such matters...

  • A great point. If I use start images that are under copyright that I have not purchased (like Shutterstock or one of many) versus a public domain image, there is definitely a question. What if I use an image posted publicly?

    But is AI just allowing me to do what I have in the past in using a "start image" or "model" or "written passage" or "song lyric" to...

  • Well, in exploring AI art generators, there's definitely bias built in. I think the AI model has to have a frame of reference. So words, names, shapes, colors, everything can come from a frame of reference that does not accomplish the art I am trying to create. It takes a lot of time and creativity in developing prompts and evolving images to get an end...

  • The person that writes the code is the "paint manufacturer." How I use the "paint" (algorithm) as the brush is all me. The person that sells me "paint supplies" doesn't own my work or have any ownership over how I use the paint.

    Now, if I start manufacturing my own "paint" using that person's code I probably pay a subscription fee to a online creative AI...

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    I think recommender systems stand out for me.

    There are so many applications and they all get it wrong. I love international movies/shows, so now Netflix will not present any English speaking recommendations.

    I looked at a particular video on TikTok, and it thinks by one view, similar content should forever appear on my FYP.

    I looked for a gift for a...

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    I like it to learn how to create collage-like art with elements of different pieces made up of different art prompts, that in a random way - well systematic, by design - random way to bring something totally new to the table. Even elements where spaces are consciously (by AI) set aside to add a variety of media into the final creative work.

  • ChatGPT and Bard have enabled me to create several 1-hour workshops/presentations within 15 minutes. It's fascinating. Hours I might agonize over to create a 1-hour presentation at a meeting of colleagues, now I have a half dozen on the shelf, waiting for my next opportunity.

    I think for those I'd like to explore my interest in developing training...

  • From an artistic view it's interesting to see a variety of evolving models. I'm sure I haven't really uncovered a tool I'd like to really explore.

    I see the AI art generator as a tool where I, based on my personal experiences and preferences, put a bunch of ingredients into a kettle and end up at "so, what will you render for me today?"

    I'm either...

  • I have to go way back to the first Matrix movie. Or 2001: A Space Odyssey. Many movies and shows have projected the rise of the computer since the 1960's.

    But then we look at Avatar: Way of the Water and get a glimpse of AI used to enrich our creative productions.

    It's an emerging technology in my line of work and the industry and medical...

  • I love using it to explore new frontiers in art. I also find it great at doing basic research on a subject I have some awareness about. I can put together a 1-hour presentation in 15 minutes, with prompts from my own understanding. I can come up with a preliminary diagnosis of a condition without just getting links to websites and can evolve it with additional...

  • This is wonderful. I teach in an environment that is very rigid. I have been a leader and have looked forward to the day these principles can be defined and embedded in corporate culture.

  • I am interested in learning about the subject matter. I don't have experience. I don't know any persons of extraordinary achievement. Feel free to reply with any thoughts or resources. I will follow anyone who replies.

  • Most of my conversation with others about mindfulness is through work colleagues. It's not a subject most of my friends are aware of. So, my older brother is very familiar with the topic and will be there for me.

  • It's cool you are looking to help others through volunteer work. The more we learn and help ourselves, the more we can help others.

  • Your education and fascination, coming together for this class :) Hope to read future comments about how all this works together to help ourselves and others.

  • Thank you for sharing your personal journey. I am inspired by how you describe mindfulness changing your life. That you overcame obstacles to incorporate mindfulness into your life for the better.

  • A non-profit dedicated to a positive mindset is a great idea. All the best to you. I created, a short 1-hour course on positive mindset that I teach to employees where I work. It's a huge benefit when individuals understand the barriers they can overcome and opportunities before them by developing a positive mindset. I am glad you joined the class.

  • Thank you for joining the class. Your interest in helping young students caught my attention. I have worked with sixth graders through elders. I am curious about how to introduce mindfulness to children. I've also wanted to work with single parents to integrate mindfulness into a family setting.

  • Hello all. I am here in Salem, Oregon. I was introduced to mindfulness about six years ago. Since then, I have studied the use of mindfulness in successful application of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy in mental health settings. I have worked with alcohol and drug abuse recovery organizations and learned about how mindfulness is woven into the in-patient...

  • Mindfully, for me, is the practice that opens the door to increased self awareness of my emotions. That way I can increase my skills to practice emotional regulation. Unmindfully, for me, is allowing my emotions make decisions and take action automatically, without regard for the consequences. Unmindful reactions come across selfish and closed-minded,...

  • My coworkers, peers, all of us, provide workshops on Emotional Intelligence, Managing Stress, Positive Mindset, Mental Health, etc. We provide these workshops to schools (8th - 12th grade) and our company employees (about 2000 employees.) I believe mindfulness will unlock the doors to better results and comprehension of all our workshops, regardless of...

  • I also considered how I can use resources to align my curriculum and lesson plans to both synchronous and asynchronous learning.

    And how to use a free online lesson plan tool that helps me organize the media, purpose, and desired outcomes of future classes.

    I bookmarked the resources most valuable to me.

  • I am part of a team of educators that provide focused workshops to 6-12th grade students and adults. Our team assigns an "owner" to a workshop. We continuously apply current research and update our offerings. We create new offering based on student demand.

    Our small team has delivered workshops to over a 1000 students per year.

    We conduct curriculum...

  • I facilitated four workshops for middle and high school students at an event that included all middle and high school students - about 20,000. My workshops competed with over 200 sessions by other facilitators.

    The two workshops that were aligned with the - "what's in it for me," or "what do I need right now," mindset of students were amazing and beyond...

  • I love the comment about recording a Zoom lesson or part of the lesson and using that as feedback. To go beyond adding my feedback to the Zoom recording for playback, I think about setting time, for those who need interactive coaching, a Zoom meeting where I discuss the Zoom recording directly with the student. Students may be very self-reflective in...

  • It's hard to explain, but I tend to think of how the rubric and expectations need to be adapted to align with the online delivery. I also consider, in my role, the challenge of getting middle and high schoolers engaged in coming to class.

    Do I let go of working with the high performer and allow them to be independent? Do I work to understand the...

  • For me feedback begins with a safe environment for students to express themselves, or to properly receive guidance on what to work on. Because of the population I work with, feedback needs to be incorporated in a manner the considers student self-esteem and self-worth. It needs to be tailored to the "where the student is starting from," and how I can gain...

  • I have picked up some very thoughtful ideas and resources. In week one I dabbled in using Learning Designer. I am a processor, so my mind likes to take longer to arrive at best use / best practices of new tools and experiences. So Learning Designer gave me an open mind about how to organize and structure a class - creative method - and align the plan to the...

  • Inspired, innovative, creative

  • To enrich learning and engagement we arrange for and host workshops that students can sign up for as part of the teaching. We include community experts and specialists to deliver sessions. We open up session to multiple schools and grade levels. These are valuable supplements to add variety and increase engagement.

  • I teach career readiness and workplace preparedness.

  • For me the biggest change was not being face-to-face with students. I use a lot of body language to bring energy and engagement to learning.

  • Exciting, challenging for students, and opportunity.

  • Opportunity, excitement, energy.

  • I applied a Zoom class on interview skills to students, with activities to bring out their skills and a guide for them to complete to practice for a mock interview. The new world of virtual learning offered me the opportunity to include a section on their "setting." How their background looks. How to set up lighting. How to position their camera. In...

  • I eat fresh, I enjoy and explore flavors. I feel better. Diet can give me more energy, I feel better. Diet can give more stamina. I feel better. Diet can help me sleep better. I feel better. When I have as many of the benefits of modification as possible I can apply coping skills better.

  • A poor diet usually makes one feel good while eating and bad right after eating. I personally have come to love a fresh salad, fresh fruit, a piece of dark chocolate, just as much as I used to enjoy fast food burgers and fries. A poor diet causes so many negative effects on the body reducing the quality of life. Once trapped in the poor diet cycle, physical...

  • The base for my diet is to eliminate all added sodium. I eat foods like nuts, fish, fruit, eggs, seasoned with tumeric, coriander, clove, nutmeg,
    rosemary, tarragon, mint, and I eat dark chocolate, etc. The aside I also love red meat raised without NGO's and grass feed or open range.

  • I've read articles with the lists of the top 10 superfoods. Is it true that a darker vegetable or fruit provides more benefits. Is it true that the fats in salmon and avocados are the best. I just want to learn more about "superfoods" and great nutrition.

  • Not only will it help me with my content, I will be able to review and provide ideas to many of the community partners I work with.

  • I appreciate the template. I also especially liked that the case was written very briefly. That allowed for my mind to think creatively. It would be a great framework for flushing out a detailed plan.

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    Alex is a graphic design student who is planning an online portfolio to showcase their work.
    Message
    Create a showcase of graphic art portfolios
    Target Audience
    Fellow graphic artists, graphic artist groups
    Objective
    Increase awareness and interest in work
    Metrics
    Increased “likes,” “followers,” “reviews.”
    Tone
    Match graphic art style. Is it bold,...

  • I take selfies and photos of places I go to. Like when I go on a day trip to the Oregon coast. I will capture a selfie or two with the ocean int he background, pictures of my favorite beaches, close ups of the saltwater taffy, maybe the best halibut "fish and chips."

  • I've had some fun with video. I've created personalized messages for family and friends, uploaded to YouTube, and sent them a link to view. I've also created narrated training presentations and uploaded them as video. I sometimes create video of an activity I am doing and share it via social media or phone messaging.

  • I find that I am most interested in new things. Whatever it might be I like to do what I call "quick treasure hunts." That can lead to a downloadable resource, a new content idea, a short video, a new Facebook group, etc. It needs to be engaging, interesting, and compelling, OR serve a specific purpose for me.

  • I look for public domain images, with full open source use. I use the practice of proper research and citations as appropriate. I typically will do a five minute "free write" about the content to determine how well I can place the content into my own words. I also think about how can I leverage the content and best "pieces" of it across multiple platforms. ...

  • For me, I can read an article or post in about 10 seconds. If at that point I want to give it more attention I may take another 30 seconds or so. I like visuals, so if it's video I am looking for about 5 minutes of less. Like if I am searching for new music I've never listened to before, or finding a recipe for a Chinese style food dish.

    I'll go longer...

  • I work with the Oregon Healthcare Interpreters Association and have always been inspired by their work "To advance the Health Care Interpreter (HCI) profession to improve health outcomes for our community."

    Their audience is a diverse community of healthcare interpreters (or those just getting into the profession) seeking to advance their careers by taking...

  • These are more ideas for Zelda:

    Add a "Brand" line - like "Zelda's personalized travel." "Explore culture, cuisines, and local fun."

    Zelda may want to review her most popular booking for the current month of the newsletter. Create a "story" using one city or region and be clear.

    Instead of a picture of Firenze and then Seville. Maybe based on what...

  • Lot's of good comments. What jumps out for me is perhaps a lack of theme or special interest based on the profile of Zelda's clients.

  • I accidentally hit the back button a couple of times and ended up reviewing three. It was interesting to note the differences AND I picked up valuable tips from the ones I reviewed too.

    The feedback I received brought out that the one area of betterment would be to focus a bit more on content. Good advice!

  • Part One - within 15 days
    Update professional information to be used for platforms
    Create new gmail for professional use
    Identify new platforms to sign up for - Twitter and Instagram
    Open new platforms with basic introduction
    Review key learning from this class
    Complete How to Create Great Online Content course

    Part Two - within 30 days
    Apply...

  • Tips are spot on. I need to see something that catches my eye within 1 second, and content I'm interested in, makes a connection, and that I can process in seconds. The reason the "." was invented is so that our mind will stop and process what we read.

  • I am going to focus on Higgidy. Visually, definitely like decorations. The words almost feel romantic. Luxurious, gourmet, five-star. There's also more down-to-earth when you dig into the articles - like "pie week 2020," "About us" or "Meet our team taking on Veganuary." In any case it's eye catching, inspiring, and makes me want to try making a similar pie...

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    Example 1: Higgidy blog post about pies - creativity, spontaneous, playful. I might have to go out to Amazon and order the Higgidy Cookbook!
    Example 2: Dove ‘Feeling beautiful’ campaign - warm, inviting, peaceful
    Example 3: Slack blog post about features - friends, practical, casual, here's some stuff
    Example 4: Shelter - serious, urgent, compelling

  • For some of my audiences I find that starting with the "what's in it for me" helps get their attention. Then telling a story that causes them to think about themselves. Even shared conversation on the platform to connect the audience members to each other. Have the audience "feel like" they are part of the story and it becomes "their story" also.

    I...

  • I love the audio book, Atomic Habits, and I use the materials and online support. https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits. The material is very clear and simple in design. Headlining with credentials and a very short teaser about the book and greeting 1% better each day. Then a testimonial quote with the "five star" rating symbol. Then a call to action with...

  • For me, the time requires a high level of engagement across the two to four week period that extends to the teachers next steps.

    Here are a few ideas.

    Platforms and tools. A selection of Google Classroom. Padlet. Quizlet. Google Docs. A secure web conferencing tool for moderated group activities.

    Short presentation - through a set class time via web...

  • I work with students and adults from 6th grade to over 70. I conduct workshops or series of classes related to MS Office, workplace preparedness , self-development, and "soft skills." I work with individuals having a variety of needs, from college preparation to distress tolerance to needing exposure therapy. None in a clinical setting. I work with public...

  • Thank you for mentioning cultures. I agree. Assuring an understanding of the rich and diverse culture of my current and new network contacts helps me be a better communicator and allows me to embrace feedback, new ideas, and interests.

    There are so many factors that go into culture.

  • On thing at work that I have done for many years. I set a goal to thank at least one person every day, for something specific that they've done. This includes people I disagree with on some topics during team meeting.

    I find something in colleagues to be grateful for. That has done as much for my reputation and character and it has for them and their...

  • I went to my LinkedIn site and found I have s few groups categorized by where I graduated from university (Bachelor's and Master's and Specialty.)

    I have some related to my past careers in risk management, ethics, and compliance.

    I have none related to my current profession or main interest. I searched "online learning" and "curriculum." Groups popped...

  • This is the best advice I have ever seen! Thank you Futurelearn for finding a professional that shares what works! Week two is an eye-opener for me. I am a person who wavers between having the attention of the high profile and trying to figure out how to cultivate / sustain more "real" meaningful professional relationships.

    Hopefully with what I am...

  • The three steps in this section are what I need. Something to guide me, structured, effective. Something I can do and continue (which for me is the hard part.) With my most current job experience I have about 10 people I need to add to my network.

  • Right now, and consistent with the previous section 2.4, LinkedIn is a priority for my career search. The content is up to date, not presented in the most compelling manner. Conversation and interaction is sparse.

    I want to get up and running on more and leverage them to create a rich professional presence with meaningful interaction that can grow over time.

  • The exercise hit home for me. In this order for me: 1) LinkedIn, 2) Twitter, 3) Instagram, 4) Website, 5) YouTube, and 6) Facebook.

    So far my experience with Facebook, is it's heavy on personal conversation and repeated memes (and yes, rants.) I want to focus on building/rebuilding a professional presence first.

  • Ranting. Yes, I either try to ignore it, or shield myself when I can or should by "blocking." I agree wholeheartedly. I tend to share more comments with family over positive things and events, or with past business colleagues to congratulate them for an achievement.

  • This article mentions "participate more." When I read your comment, I feel like it's very challenging and time consuming to do so.

    It is for me, especially since I don't know the best way to use content, design, and what we are learning.

  • I prefer visual - yet from a business or career growth perspective - it seems like traditionally presented content is used. I forgot in the previous question, and it applies here, I want to leverage YouTube more. I've posted with and without #, and found that the # gets more response. When I see of find something of interest I "like" it. When inspired I...

  • It interesting that the platforms in the exercise are exactly what I want to focus on and what I believe I need.

    There are others I been on personally or have heard about - Pinterest - Tumbler.

    I have had a Twitter account, have a LinkedIn account, have a personal FB account, and have used blogging as a "anonymous" non-shared journal.

  • There are a lot of improvements I want to make. 1) To be more engaged with my current network. 2) develop presence on other platforms. 3) cultivate more contacts. 4) Sign up for more professional groups interesting to me. 5) Stay current. 6) Set things up so I have a consistent, ongoing commitment to keeping my presence.

  • I like to write extensive details when I am in observation mode. With people I get a sense of who they might be and my imagination can create a mystery around them. But detail, exploring all five senses, puts me in the story. I can see it, know who they are, where they are at, why they are there, what they are seeing, the smell in the air, the sweat or not on...

  • Many of the writers provided a clear and interesting setting. When they picked names and what seemed like a structure I could begin to feel the genre of their idea and where it might be going and if it would inspire or interest me.

  • The worst possible place is in bed. The best place is where I can sit, table or not, and write. Ive written some of my best characters on an-hour bus ride into work.

  • Bed is definitely not the best place. Cafes outdoor places with shade are appealing. Just finding a place to stop and write when inspiration comes. The time of day seems irrelevant to me. My mind is like the daily weather, sometimes cloudy with a lack of focus and concentration. Some times peaceful and dramatic in a pouring rain. Some times clear, crisp,...

  • I'd like to try two or three ways. One, make sure I keep my notebook nearby, and be willing to stop what I'm doing to take the time to write what popped into my mind. Two, observe and write about one new person a day. Three, practice a daily free write of about 5 to 10 minutes.

  • The character I have decided on, does not yet seem very strong or compelling, maybe interesting to a specific audience. Who knows where it will lead as I apply what I learn from this course.

  • It's just amazing how a character can come alive in words. I would need to place my character is a scene to do that. More to come.

  • It just amazes me how you can paint a detailed, beautiful picture with words.

  • I had a very hard time with exploring a character, so I will put together one I think is interesting from a whole bunch of notes and pictures.

    Starving artist, afraid on what people may think of his work. A girl trapped in a man's body. He doesn't like men, yet all his friends think he's gay. "She" loves art museums, the outdoors, and tropical oceans. ...

  • The tips, ideas, and real examples have helped me tremendously. I am looking forward to creating a plan - a storyboard - a brand for my future with an effective online presence!

  • Well, I think I've kept the same answer, except I have tools to use to get what I what to do done. My LinkedIn profile is good - but "good" is not good enough. I am non-existent on Instagram and Twitter. I have no idea how to get followers. I want to purposefully expand my LinkedIn network once I update it with what I've learned.

  • I am in the process of rethinking my LinkedIn profile and bio, and figuring out how to branch off into Instagram, leverage YouTube, and Twitter.

    The part of make it personal is important. Have I represented myself? More so, have a conveyed may passion for my profession?

  • Wow. I loved seeing these three. It will help me envision my own strategy. I have too many keywords to choose from! I will have to decide. My main love in life is providing meaningful service to youth and adults struggling to start out in life or make ends meet and learn new skills.

    My question - how do you get followers! How do you promote your...

  • It's a challenge to keep up with an expanding network and privacy settings. That's one reason I'd like to see how I can have personal social media with a nickname.

  • I deleted my Facebook account two days ago. I need to be able to keep personal and professional social media manageable for my benefit. I chose the option to download everything from my FB account for my files. It was interesting to see all the folders they kept on me; location, search history, ads, security and login information, messages - a total of 25...

  • I typically stay away from any inflammatory subject, or conflict. If I feel a Facebook friend is "toxic" I will defriend them online, respect their opinions, and keep them as a "face-to-face" friend.

    The biggest mistake I've made is posting ore responding to comments when I am emotional. When I break my rule of "if the email, post, voicemail, etc. causes...

  • Have had a few personal accounts, didn't have the desire or time to keep them all going. Recently concerned with my Facebook account - I don't what potential employers to be able to research the "memes" I like, who my friends are, etc. I am thinking I need to use a nickname for any personal account - because I don't fully trust privacy settings, etc. So,...

  • There are a few "famous" "renowned" David's that take up pages and pages of hits. Yes, on search engines there are sites that know my name, age, current and prior addresses. Hits' include links to Facebook, LinkedIn to search for me through their sites. Those are crowded with lot's of "me" also. Click on Google "Images" and I come up as the 27th image from...

  • I think it's more and more challenging to keep on top of privacy settings for social media used for personal reasons and relationships. I feel like everything becomes "my brand" and I should be in charge of it. It's becoming more of a lifestyle. It's so interesting how small snips of my data across multiple applications and uses of the internet get tailored...

  • I have been looking for ways to increase my online presence. I was laid off from a job I love - teaching a variety of courses to students from 6th grade to over 70. That said, I have so many "dormant" work and life experiences that could take me to a new level. I am hoping to create a social media strategy to launch me forward into new meaningful work.

  • My LinkedIn site is 80% up to date. What lacks is a strategy for active use of the site, focused networking. Then, leveraging my skills and attributes across multiple social media platforms. That's why I voted for myself "no." I've recorded YouTube learning videos, created self-directed learning media - but those skills are hidden - staying fresh and current...

  • I definitely was not raised in an environment where writing was a natural part of what might become my interest. I began writing with several purposes; to capture my daily life for personal reasons, to draw and document art ideas, for making up recipes, and to write vivid goals and affirmations, etc.

    I believe what drives me is a life-long vivid...

  • The bus scene triggered true bus ride stories with similar pieces from the character. The "cafe" / "cafeteria" scene - a school, a workplace? Smell of coffee? What she daydreaming about one of the men? What was on her mind?

  • A few years back I rode the bus to work and had a small notebook where sometimes I wrote about every little detail of a person. With a little story to their details. It's was like an occasional hobby, enjoyable, and feeling a little creepy - what if they knew!

  • The day is FULL of possibilities!