Digital Health and Wellness

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CIED 7601 A study of Ergonomics by: • Kecia McGouirk • live in Macon, GA • teach Art at Monroe County Middle School • BA in Art, Mercer University • teaching since 1997 • pursuing Master’s in Instructional Technology from Georgia Southern University • online teaching endorsement • Kristy Slaughter • live in Forsyth, GA • teach Spanish at Mary Persons High School • BA in Spanish Language and Literature, Mercer University • teaching since 1998 • pursuing Master’s in Instructional Technology from Georgia Southern University • online teaching endorsement Character creations courtesy of Toondoo.com Thank you for joining. Please feel free to ask Kecia or Kristy a question anytime during the presentation.

CIED 7601 Focus Questions • Why is Ergonomics an important factor in Digital Health and Wellness? • What are the hazards of technology? • What are solutions to maintaining a proper workstation? Thank you for joining. Please feel free to ask Kecia or Kristy a question anytime during the presentation.

CIED 7601 Objectives The Participants will be able to………… • analyze their personal and student workstations • evaluate ways for improving workstations • suggest ways to administration on how to improve staff and student working conditions Thank you for joining. Please feel free to ask Kecia or Kristy a question anytime during the presentation.

CIED 7601 NETS-T 5. Engage in Professional Growth and Leadership Teachers continuously improve their professional practice, model lifelong learning, and exhibit leadership in their school and professional community by promoting and demonstrating the effective use of digital tools and resources. b. Exhibit leadership by demonstrating a vision of technology infusion, participating in shared decision making and community building, and developing the leadership and technology skills of others c. Evaluate and reflect on current research and professional practice on a regular basis to make effective use of existing and emerging digital tools and resources in support of student learning d. Contribute to the effectiveness, vitality, and self-renewal of the teaching profession and of their school and community. Thank you for joining. Please feel free to ask Kecia or Kristy a question anytime during the presentation.

CIED 7601 What is Ergonomics? • The science of fitting jobs to people • Designing workstations, tools and work tasks for safety, efficiency and comfort • A contributing factor to Digital Health and Wellness which is one of nine elements of Digital Citizenship. http://www.digitalcitizenship.net/Nine_Elements.html Leonardo da Vinci Virtruvian Man Courtesy of Google Images Thank you for joining. Please feel free to ask Kecia or Kristy a question anytime during the presentation.

CIED 7601 Facts about Ergonomics • As early as the 18th century doctors noted that workers who were required to maintain body positions for long periods of time developed musculoskeletal problems. • Muscle overuse results in tiny tears in the muscles and scarring; these contribute to inflammation and muscle stiffness. • The average person working at a keyboard can perform 50,000 to 200,000 keystrokes a day. • Ergonomic injuries cost Corporate America about $10 billion a year. Courtesy of Google Images Thank you for joining. Please feel free to ask Kecia or Kristy a question anytime during the presentation.

CIED 7601 What are the benefits of using Ergonomic design and principles? • Increases safety, comfort, productivity, efficiency, and quality. • Reduces work-related musculoskeletal disorders. • Reduces workers compensation costs. Courtesy of Google Images Thank you for joining. Please feel free to ask Kecia or Kristy a question anytime during the presentation.

CIED 7601 What are Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs)? • MSDs include injuries to the nerves, tendons, muscles and supporting structures of the hands, wrists, elbows, shoulders, neck and low back. • Carpal tunnel syndrome • Tendonitis • Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSIs) • Cumulative Trauma Disorders (CTDs) Courtesy of Google Images Thank you for joining. Please feel free to ask Kecia or Kristy a question anytime during the presentation.

CIED 7601 Ergonomic Risk Factors • Awkward body postures • Excessive repetition • Excessive force • Contact stress • Vibration Courtesy of Google Images Thank you for joining. Please feel free to ask Kecia or Kristy a question anytime during the presentation.

CIED 7601 Symptoms of MSDs • Pain • Numbness and tingling • Stiffness and cramping • Inability to hold objects or loss of strength Courtesy of Google Images Thank you for joining. Please feel free to ask Kecia or Kristy a question anytime during the presentation.

CIED 7601 MSDs Preventions Courtesy of Google Images Thank you for joining. Please feel free to ask Kecia or Kristy a question anytime during the presentation.

CIED 7601 Watch Video • YouTube Ergonomic video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Whhf55No15U&feature=related Courtesy of office.microsoft.com Thank you for joining. Please feel free to ask Kecia or Kristy a question anytime during the presentation.

CIED 7601 Suggestions for Modifications • Educate/Train • Provide ergonomic furniture and tools • Promote healthy work patterns and take frequent breaks • Listen to your body Courtesy of Google Images Thank you for joining. Please feel free to ask Kecia or Kristy a question anytime during the presentation.

CIED 7601 Quiz Let’s Play! Courtesy of Google Images Thank you for joining. Please feel free to ask Kecia or Kristy a question anytime during the presentation.

CIED 7601 Ergonomics Quiz 1.The top of your computer screen should be at or just slightly below eye level. True! Thank you for joining. Please feel free to ask Kecia or Kristy a question anytime during the presentation.

CIED 7601 Ergonomics Quiz 2.The correct elbow position should be at approximately 90° when typing with a computer keyboard. True! Thank you for joining. Please feel free to ask Kecia or Kristy a question anytime during the presentation.

CIED 7601 Ergonomics Quiz 3.When adjusting your chair, you should first adjust the chair height so that your feet are flat on the floor. True! Thank you for joining. Please feel free to ask Kecia or Kristy a question anytime during the presentation.

CIED 7601 Ergonomics Quiz 4.Chairs without arms are more supportive and allow you to always sit correctly. False! Thank you for joining. Please feel free to ask Kecia or Kristy a question anytime during the presentation.

CIED 7601 Ergonomics Quiz 5.Utilizing the computer keyboard is the primary cause for Carpal Tunnel Injuries. True! Thank you for joining. Please feel free to ask Kecia or Kristy a question anytime during the presentation.

CIED 7601 Ergonomics Quiz 6.Simple exercises will decrease stress and musculoskeletal discomfort if performed periodically during the day. True! Thank you for joining. Please feel free to ask Kecia or Kristy a question anytime during the presentation.

CIED 7601 Ergonomics Quiz 7.When typing your wrists should be bent at a 45° angle. False! Thank you for joining. Please feel free to ask Kecia or Kristy a question anytime during the presentation.

CIED 7601 Ergonomics Quiz 8.To reduce glare, set up your workstation with your back to the window. False! Thank you for joining. Please feel free to ask Kecia or Kristy a question anytime during the presentation.

CIED 7601 Ergonomics Quiz 9.Eye strain can be avoided by focusing every 20 minutes on an object 20 feet away for 20 seconds. True! Thank you for joining. Please feel free to ask Kecia or Kristy a question anytime during the presentation.

CIED 7601 Ergonomics Quiz 10.Ergonomic injuries cost Corporate America about $10 billion a year. True! Thank you for joining. Please feel free to ask Kecia or Kristy a question anytime during the presentation.

CIED 7601 Survey • What do you think you could use from this presentation to improve yours and your students work station today? Courtesy of Google Images Thank you for joining. Please feel free to ask Kecia or Kristy a question anytime during the presentation.

CIED 7601 Resources • Ribble, M., & Bailey, G. (2007). Digital citizenship in schools. (1st ed., p. 135). Eugene, OR: International Society for Technology in Education. • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Whhf55No15U&feature=related • http://www.nclabor.com/osha/etta/A_to_Z_Topics/ergo.pdf • http://www.ergonomics.ucla.edu/what_and_why.html • www.healthycomputing.com • www.oehc.uchc.edu/ergo/index.htm • www.healthycomputing.com • www.oehc.uchc.edu/ergo/index.htm • http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/ergonomics/ • http://www.spine-health.com/wellness/ergonomics/ergonomics-office-and-workplace-overview • http://cap.mil/Documents/CAP_Ergo_Guide.pdf • http://www.webmd.com/pain-management/tc/office-ergonomics-topic-overview • http://www.ergonomics-info.com/ergonomics-in-the-workplace.html Thank you for joining. Please feel free to ask Kecia or Kristy a question anytime during the presentation.

CIED 7601 Thank you for joining our presentation! Kecia McGouirk Kristy Slaughter Thank you for joining. Please feel free to ask Kecia or Kristy a question anytime during the presentation.

Digital Health and Wellness