1099-MISC instead of 1099-NEC

I work for a daycare center.  Last year, a different company awarded educators money (2021).  I received a 1099-NEC from them last year.  This year, the same company awarded employees money (2022) and they sent a 1099-MISC.  Why would they send 2 different kinds of forms? When I tried to submit my taxes with the 1099-MISC, it was asking me questions regarding self-employment and trying to fill out another form.  I'm confused.  Please help?