iStream is changing the ways community colleges work, learn, and lead. iStream colleges have developed a variety of diverse applications and uses for iStream resources. As an iStream subscriber, join us for this interactive discussion and learn how colleges are shaping iStream resources for faculty, students, and administrators. If your institution is not an iStream member college, join us to explore how these web-based resources and learning content can transform your learning and leadership edge.

Daniel Bain, President
Administration
Jefferson Davis Community College


Roundtable Discussion
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Monday, November 12, 2007
205/206, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Google now offers over 25 free tools that can be used to enhance learning. Combining these tools appropriately can provide an effective online or blended-learning environment that is simple to set up, familiar to students, and easy to sustain. During this hands-on session, participants work through several interactive learning activities designed to introduce them to the tools and learn how best to employ them to meet learner needs.

Jeffrey Hamilton, Faculty
College/University Preparation
Lethbridge College


Hands-On Lab
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
210, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Today’s learners crave user-generated, interactive experiences. EON Reality’s technology solutions provide educators the capabilities to create simulation-based learning experiences by visualizing objects, complex concepts, or processes in a three-dimensional, interactive environment to communicate ideas and concepts, address the education needs of our diverse global communities, overcome literacy barriers, and help people bridge the skills and knowledge divide. Demonstrations show how institutions are incorporating EON’s technology solutions into their learning and economic development environments and incorporating interactive 3D objects into PowerPoint presentations to accelerate learning.

Jamie Justice, Director
Visualized Learning and Innovation
Kentucky Community and Technical College System - KCTCS
Marly Bergerud, President
Strategic Alliance Solutions


Hands-On Lab
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
201, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Today’s learners crave user-generated, interactive experiences. EON Reality’s technology solutions provide educators the capabilities to create simulation-based learning experiences by visualizing objects, complex concepts, or processes in a three-dimensional, interactive environment to communicate ideas and concepts, address the education needs of our diverse global communities, overcome literacy barriers, and help people bridge the skills and knowledge divide. Demonstrations show how institutions are incorporating EON’s technology solutions into their learning and economic development environments and incorporating interactive 3D objects into PowerPoint presentations to accelerate learning.

Jamie Justice, Director
Visualized Learning and Innovation
Kentucky Community and Technical College System - KCTCS
Marly Bergerud, President
Strategic Alliance Solutions


Hands-On Lab
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
201, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Today’s learners crave user-generated, interactive experiences. EON Reality’s technology solutions provide educators the capabilities to create simulation-based learning experiences by visualizing objects, complex concepts, or processes in a three-dimensional, interactive environment to communicate ideas and concepts, address the education needs of our diverse global communities, overcome literacy barriers, and help people bridge the skills and knowledge divide. Demonstrations show how institutions are incorporating EON’s technology solutions into their learning and economic development environments and incorporating interactive 3D objects into PowerPoint presentations to accelerate learning.

Jamie Justice, Director
Visualized Learning and Innovation
Kentucky Community and Technical College System - KCTCS
Marly Bergerud, President
Strategic Alliance Solutions


Hands-On Lab
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
201, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Today’s learners crave user-generated, interactive experiences. EON Reality’s technology solutions provide educators the capabilities to create simulation-based learning experiences by visualizing objects, complex concepts, or processes in a three-dimensional, interactive environment to communicate ideas and concepts, address the education needs of our diverse global communities, overcome literacy barriers, and help people bridge the skills and knowledge divide. Demonstrations show how institutions are incorporating EON’s technology solutions into their learning and economic development environments and incorporating interactive 3D objects into PowerPoint presentations to accelerate learning.

Jamie Justice, Director
Visualized Learning and Innovation
Kentucky Community and Technical College System - KCTCS
Marly Bergerud, President
Strategic Alliance Solutions


Hands-On Lab
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
201, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Today’s learners crave user-generated, interactive experiences. EON Reality’s technology solutions provide educators the capabilities to create simulation-based learning experiences by visualizing objects, complex concepts, or processes in a three-dimensional, interactive environment to communicate ideas and concepts, address the education needs of our diverse global communities, overcome literacy barriers, and help people bridge the skills and knowledge divide. Demonstrations show how institutions are incorporating EON’s technology solutions into their learning and economic development environments and incorporating interactive 3D objects into PowerPoint presentations to accelerate learning.

Jamie Justice, Director
Visualized Learning and Innovation
Kentucky Community and Technical College System - KCTCS
Marly Bergerud, President
Strategic Alliance Solutions


Hands-On Lab
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
201, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Today’s learners crave user-generated, interactive experiences. EON Reality’s technology solutions provide educators the capabilities to create simulation-based learning experiences by visualizing objects, complex concepts, or processes in a three-dimensional, interactive environment to communicate ideas and concepts, address the education needs of our diverse global communities, overcome literacy barriers, and help people bridge the skills and knowledge divide. Demonstrations show how institutions are incorporating EON’s technology solutions into their learning and economic development environments and incorporating interactive 3D objects into PowerPoint presentations to accelerate learning.

Jamie Justice, Director
Visualized Learning and Innovation
Kentucky Community and Technical College System - KCTCS
Marly Bergerud, President
Strategic Alliance Solutions


Hands-On Lab
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Monday, November 12, 2007
201, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Today’s learners crave user-generated, interactive experiences. EON Reality’s technology solutions provide educators the capabilities to create simulation-based learning experiences by visualizing objects, complex concepts, or processes in a three-dimensional, interactive environment to communicate ideas and concepts, address the education needs of our diverse global communities, overcome literacy barriers, and help people bridge the skills and knowledge divide. Demonstrations show how institutions are incorporating EON’s technology solutions into their learning and economic development environments and incorporating interactive 3D objects into PowerPoint presentations to accelerate learning.

Jamie Justice, Director
Visualized Learning and Innovation
Kentucky Community and Technical College System - KCTCS
Marly Bergerud, President
Strategic Alliance Solutions


Hands-On Lab
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Monday, November 12, 2007
201, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Today’s learners crave user-generated, interactive experiences. EON Reality’s technology solutions provide educators the capabilities to create simulation-based learning experiences by visualizing objects, complex concepts, or processes in a three-dimensional, interactive environment to communicate ideas and concepts, address the education needs of our diverse global communities, overcome literacy barriers, and help people bridge the skills and knowledge divide. Demonstrations show how institutions are incorporating EON’s technology solutions into their learning and economic development environments and incorporating interactive 3D objects into PowerPoint presentations to accelerate learning.

Jamie Justice, Director
Visualized Learning and Innovation
Kentucky Community and Technical College System - KCTCS
Marly Bergerud, President
Strategic Alliance Solutions


Hands-On Lab
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
201, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Today’s learners crave user-generated, interactive experiences. EON Reality’s technology solutions provide educators the capabilities to create simulation-based learning experiences by visualizing objects, complex concepts, or processes in a three-dimensional, interactive environment to communicate ideas and concepts, address the education needs of our diverse global communities, overcome literacy barriers, and help people bridge the skills and knowledge divide. Demonstrations show how institutions are incorporating EON’s technology solutions into their learning and economic development environments and incorporating interactive 3D objects into PowerPoint presentations to accelerate learning.

Jamie Justice, Director
Visualized Learning and Innovation
Kentucky Community and Technical College System - KCTCS
Marly Bergerud, President
Strategic Alliance Solutions


Hands-On Lab
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
201, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Today’s learners crave user-generated, interactive experiences. EON Reality’s technology solutions provide educators the capabilities to create simulation-based learning experiences by visualizing objects, complex concepts, or processes in a three-dimensional, interactive environment to communicate ideas and concepts, address the education needs of our diverse global communities, overcome literacy barriers, and help people bridge the skills and knowledge divide. Demonstrations show how institutions are incorporating EON’s technology solutions into their learning and economic development environments and incorporating interactive 3D objects into PowerPoint presentations to accelerate learning.

Jamie Justice, Director
Visualized Learning and Innovation
Kentucky Community and Technical College System - KCTCS
Marly Bergerud, President
Strategic Alliance Solutions


Hands-On Lab
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
201, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Today’s learners crave user-generated, interactive experiences. EON Reality’s technology solutions provide educators the capabilities to create simulation-based learning experiences by visualizing objects, complex concepts, or processes in a three-dimensional, interactive environment to communicate ideas and concepts, address the education needs of our diverse global communities, overcome literacy barriers, and help people bridge the skills and knowledge divide. Demonstrations show how institutions are incorporating EON’s technology solutions into their learning and economic development environments and incorporating interactive 3D objects into PowerPoint presentations to accelerate learning.

Jamie Justice, Director
Visualized Learning and Innovation
Kentucky Community and Technical College System - KCTCS
Marly Bergerud, President
Strategic Alliance Solutions


Hands-On Lab
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
201, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Today’s learners crave user-generated, interactive experiences. EON Reality’s technology solutions provide educators the capabilities to create simulation-based learning experiences by visualizing objects, complex concepts, or processes in a three-dimensional, interactive environment to communicate ideas and concepts, address the education needs of our diverse global communities, overcome literacy barriers, and help people bridge the skills and knowledge divide. Demonstrations show how institutions are incorporating EON’s technology solutions into their learning and economic development environments and incorporating interactive 3D objects into PowerPoint presentations to accelerate learning.

Jamie Justice, Director
Visualized Learning and Innovation
Kentucky Community and Technical College System - KCTCS
Marly Bergerud, President
Strategic Alliance Solutions


Hands-On Lab
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
201, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Today’s learners crave user-generated, interactive experiences. EON Reality’s technology solutions provide educators the capabilities to create simulation-based learning experiences by visualizing objects, complex concepts, or processes in a three-dimensional, interactive environment to communicate ideas and concepts, address the education needs of our diverse global communities, overcome literacy barriers, and help people bridge the skills and knowledge divide. Demonstrations show how institutions are incorporating EON’s technology solutions into their learning and economic development environments and incorporating interactive 3D objects into PowerPoint presentations to accelerate learning.

Jamie Justice, Director
Visualized Learning and Innovation
Kentucky Community and Technical College System - KCTCS
Marly Bergerud, President
Strategic Alliance Solutions


Hands-On Lab
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
201, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Today’s learners crave user-generated, interactive experiences. EON Reality’s technology solutions provide educators the capabilities to create simulation-based learning experiences by visualizing objects, complex concepts, or processes in a three-dimensional, interactive environment to communicate ideas and concepts, address the education needs of our diverse global communities, overcome literacy barriers, and help people bridge the skills and knowledge divide. Demonstrations show how institutions are incorporating EON’s technology solutions into their learning and economic development environments and incorporating interactive 3D objects into PowerPoint presentations to accelerate learning.

Jamie Justice, Director
Visualized Learning and Innovation
Kentucky Community and Technical College System - KCTCS
Marly Bergerud, President
Strategic Alliance Solutions


Hands-On Lab
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
201, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Today’s learners crave user-generated, interactive experiences. EON Reality’s technology solutions provide educators the capabilities to create simulation-based learning experiences by visualizing objects, complex concepts, or processes in a three-dimensional, interactive environment to communicate ideas and concepts, address the education needs of our diverse global communities, overcome literacy barriers, and help people bridge the skills and knowledge divide. Demonstrations show how institutions are incorporating EON’s technology solutions into their learning and economic development environments and incorporating interactive 3D objects into PowerPoint presentations to accelerate learning.

Jamie Justice, Director
Visualized Learning and Innovation
Kentucky Community and Technical College System - KCTCS
Marly Bergerud, President
Strategic Alliance Solutions


Hands-On Lab
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
201, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Today’s learners crave user-generated, interactive experiences. EON Reality’s technology solutions provide educators the capabilities to create simulation-based learning experiences by visualizing objects, complex concepts, or processes in a three-dimensional, interactive environment to communicate ideas and concepts, address the education needs of our diverse global communities, overcome literacy barriers, and help people bridge the skills and knowledge divide. Demonstrations show how institutions are incorporating EON’s technology solutions into their learning and economic development environments and incorporating interactive 3D objects into PowerPoint presentations to accelerate learning.

Jamie Justice, Director
Visualized Learning and Innovation
Kentucky Community and Technical College System - KCTCS
Marly Bergerud, President
Strategic Alliance Solutions


Hands-On Lab
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
201, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Today’s learners crave user-generated, interactive experiences. EON Reality’s technology solutions provide educators the capabilities to create simulation-based learning experiences by visualizing objects, complex concepts, or processes in a three-dimensional, interactive environment to communicate ideas and concepts, address the education needs of our diverse global communities, overcome literacy barriers, and help people bridge the skills and knowledge divide. Demonstrations show how institutions are incorporating EON’s technology solutions into their learning and economic development environments and incorporating interactive 3D objects into PowerPoint presentations to accelerate learning.

Jamie Justice, Director
Visualized Learning and Innovation
Kentucky Community and Technical College System - KCTCS
Marly Bergerud, President
Strategic Alliance Solutions


Hands-On Lab
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
201, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

A community college uses the same commercial distance learning technology for almost 10 years with almost 200 sections of distance learning courses offered every semester and widespread faculty and student comfort level with the technology. A significant budgetary crisis necessitates exploring more cost-effective ways to deliver college services, including distance learning. Described is a plan involving a nonprofit consortium to facilitate the development of emerging instructional technologies and professional development to familiarize faculty with the new technologies.

Sebastian Vasta, Dean
Division Of Academic Support
CollegeAnywhere
Thomas Murray, Director
Distance Learning
Camden County College


Forum Session
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Belmont Room Three, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

Over the next five years, community colleges will need over 3,000 new presidents and vice presidents; in the next 15 years, community colleges will need over 62,000 new full-time faculty members. Many of these new leaders will be prepared in Walden University’s Community College Leadership program. During this session, three current graduate students in the Walden program and the program’s director review the distinctive elements that make this program one of the most innovative and substantive graduate programs ever created. More than 130 doctoral students are already enrolled. Join us to learn why this is the fastest-growing program of its kind in the nation.

Terry O'Banion, President Emeritus
League For Innovation
League for Innovation in the Community College
Susan Lindahl, Chief Strategy Officer
McAnany, Van Cleave and Phillips


Special Session
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Music City Ballroom, Level Two, Renaissance Hotel

The presenters introduce a validity study that guided their university’s adoption of an online computer literacy certification. The study revealed the score that predicts which students would make a C or better if they took the online computer literacy course. The findings became the justification for using the online computer literacy course instead of the original on-campus course. The presenters also share specific instructions about how the study can be replicated at other colleges.

Gary Greer, Assistant Dean
University College
University of Houston - Downtown


Forum Session
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Belmont Room One, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

This session, presented by an artificial intelligence (AI) practitioner and researcher in the field of cognitive computing, focuses on the state of artificial intelligence and where it is headed. Philosophical issues related to AI are presented and overviews of AI programming techniques are shown. Participants learn how to create smart programs with Visual C++. Techniques include fuzzy logic, neural networks, and binary searches. Special attention is paid to incorporating these concepts into programming and game design classes.

Rick Leinecker, Assistant Professor
Business and Technologies
Rockingham Community College


Hands-On Lab
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Monday, November 12, 2007
209, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Interested in automating the process of recording lectures or presentations? Want to get your materials online, but don’t want to learn how to edit? TechSmith’s latest offering makes it easier to record and share your videos. This session provides participants with a hands-on learning experience so they can see how to automate the recording and sharing processes. Participants create and automatically share materials.

Rich Boys, Product Manager
Marketing
TechSmith


Hands-On Lab
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
209, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

This session introduces participants to affordable options for incorporating animated avatars and virtual agents into e-learning curriculum, training, and marketing materials. Animation and simulation can be effective in adding depth to distance learning content and students’ learning experiences. Though developing this type of content may seem intimidating, resources are available for easier and rapid development of creative e-media. Highlighted resources include CrazyTalk, iClone, Second Life, and more.

Adam Brooks, Developer
Instruction and E-Learning
Central Piedmont Community College
Melissa Vrana, Associate Dean
Administration
Central Piedmont Community College


Forum Session
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Belmont Room Two, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

Lab participants are introduced to the new interface of Office 2007 through a focus on the most commonly used applications. Provided are the new location and methods that correspond to pre-2007 menus, icons, and toolbars. Participants also discuss the benefits of moving to this version and the impact on faculty, curriculum, and colleges’ IT staff that this change can cause.

Robert Graff, Computer Center Supervisor
Division of Educational and Career Advancement
Central New Mexico Community College


Hands-On Lab
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
210, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Begun in 1990, the Campus Computing Project is the largest continuing study of information technology in American higher education. This Special Session presents the results of the 2007 survey and provides new national data on IT planning, policy, finance, instructional support and integration, and web services, along with comparative data for community colleges and other sectors of U.S. higher education.

Kenneth Green, Director
The Campus Computing Project


Special Session
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Music City Ballroom, Level Two, Renaissance Hotel

Using the tablet PC’s best friend, Camtasia, faculty members can record lectures and post them to a website for students to download. Presenters demonstrate how natural it is to use a tablet PC in the classroom, how to record lectures using Camtasia, and how to convert files into various web-useful formats in a minimal amount of time. Also demonstrated are other technologies that allow educators to post classroom content to the web without breaking the bank, even if a tablet PC is not available.

Charles Johnson, Chair
Math and Science
South Georgia College
Luck Watford, Instructional Specialist
Information and Instructional Technology
South Georgia College


Forum Session
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Belmont Room Three, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

Kick off the League’s annual Conference on Information Technology with this annual gathering of community college Chief Information Officers. Summit participants discuss effective strategies, timely issues, and model information technology and infrastructure programs. The summit’s experienced technology leaders facilitate discussions about creative approaches and hot topics such as information security, student email systems, servicing the millennial generation, and being a successful CIO. Participants also break into small groups for peer-related topic discussions concerning important issues such as emergency communications, procurement management, and supporting faculty using Web 2.0 tools. Join technology leaders and college administrators as they strengthen their commitment to improving the information technology systems in our colleges today while creating a vision for tomorrow.

Todd Jorns, Senior Director
Instructional Technology
Illinois Community College Board
Malik Rahman, Chief Information Officer
Arts and Communication
Central Piedmont Community College
David Kim, Associate Vice President
Technology Learning Center
Central Piedmont Community College
Kimberley Conley, Chief Information Technology Officer
Henderson Community College - KCTCS


Learning Center Course
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
102, Level One, Nashville Convention Center

Technology constantly changes, but technology workers often do not. Today’s employers want well-rounded IT workers who understand the company’s business, can communicate with internal and external customers, and can adapt to the ever-changing environment. CompTIA’s A+ certification has been updated to offer three specialist tracks based on job roles, as well as new sections on security, communication, and employee professionalism. Session participants learn about the changes to A+ and other certifications in CompTIA’s family of vendor-neutral certifications.

Alan Rowland, Business Development Manager
Education
CompTIA


Forum Session
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Belmont Room Two, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

Convergence technologies that combine data, voice, and video enable individuals to work and collaborate effectively from practically anywhere they can access an IP connection. Are your students learning how to maximize this technology? Come and discuss CompTIA’s newest vendor neutral certification and the latest curriculum and industry expectations for your students.

Alan Rowland, Business Development Manager
Education
CompTIA


Forum Session
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Ryman Room Two, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

Brainstorm topics that become the framework for written documents, presentations, and class lectures. Mind Maps help facilitate students’ analytical thinking, comprehension, creativity, and writing skills. MatchWare OpenMind allows students and teachers to rapidly visualize, organize, and implement ideas and export them to HTML, Word, PowerPoint, or MatchWare Mediator. Participants learn how to create visual Mind Maps and how to automatically build a multimedia presentation or website from maps.

Dave Hamilton, Educational Advisor
Sales and Training
MatchWare, Inc.


Hands-On Lab
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Monday, November 12, 2007
208, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

ScreenCorder 5 is an easy-to-use screen capture tool that allows instructors to quickly and efficiently create professional video tutorials. Participants learn how to capture screen recordings from any piece of software; turn the recordings into tutorials or support videos; and display them on a server, CD-ROM, or the web. Add audio instructions, text bubbles, animated images, SCORM compliant quizzes, and picture-in-picture. Export files as WMV, Flash, or AVI. Use the web builder to create online tutorials.

Dave Hamilton, Educational Advisor
Sales and Training
MatchWare, Inc.


Hands-On Lab
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Monday, November 12, 2007
208, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Delivering operating system intensive courses through a distance learning model has traditionally presented challenges involving licensing, proprietary software, and student hardware requirements. Using Citrix and virtualization technologies, faculty members can create virtual labs from existing classroom labs that can be accessed from anywhere. Session participants learn how to address these issues encountered when developing the elusive online IT degree.

Rachel Desmarais, Vice President
Information Technology
Forsyth Technical Community College
Christopher Pearce, Coordinator
Information Technology
Forsyth Technical Community College
Nancy Miller, Instructor
Networking
Forsyth Technical Community College


Forum Session
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Bluegrass, Level Four, Renaissance Hotel

Collection Workflow Integration Software (CWIS) is open-source software designed to help educators present resources online in portal formats. The software includes the ability to rate resources, add comments to resources, and get recommendations for other resources of interest. CWIS also helps portal developers catalog new resources. Lab participants explore the features and underlying structure of the CWIS and leave with a basic understanding of the software and knowledge about digital library software, standards, and issues.

Edward Almasy, Researcher
Compute Science Department
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Rachael Bower, Co-director
Computer Science
Internet Scout University of Wisconsin Madison


Hands-On Lab
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
208, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Tired of forgetting your URLs? Sick of the tedious functions found on some web search engines? Welcome to the social bookmarking revolution. Social bookmarking websites are a popular way to store, classify, share, and search links and are rapidly maturing into the next big thing. Millions of people are abandoning traditional search engines and directories in favor of social bookmarking services. Participants create several personal management tool accounts and customize these accounts to fit their needs.

Annette Walker, Instructor
Information Technology
Craven Community College


Hands-On Lab
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Monday, November 12, 2007
210, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Using a new open-source development tool, a complete course will be designed in less than 60 minutes using information provided by session participants. The facilitators for this session demonstrate how sophisticated courses can be designed using a dynamic process and an innovative development tool. The development software runs off of a simple USB flash drive and is cross-platform compatible.

David Penrose, Manager
Online Services
San Juan College
Marty Hill, Interim Vice President
Learning Technologies
San Juan College


Hands-On Lab
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
209, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Produce content once and publish it on virtually any LMS. SCORM is a content standard that allows e-learning content and assessments to integrate with and migrate easily between systems. This session introduces participants to the SCORM standards, features, benefits, disadvantages, and tools available to convert content to this model. Additionally, the session highlights a case study course conversion from proprietary LMS-created content to system-neutral SCORM.

Adam Brooks, Developer
Instruction and E-Learning
Central Piedmont Community College
Charles Henion, Instructor
Information Technology
Central Piedmont Community College


Forum Session
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Belmont Room Two, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

Today’s learners communicate in a multidimensional manner. Emails, lectures, and discussion threads can only convey a portion of the interactions that are wanted and expected by today’s learners. Do we imagine that learners are going home and using these almost primitive forms of communication to maintain their living and playing arenas? The future of teaching and learning rests in hyperintercourse collaboration. Demonstrated and discussed are state-of-the-art hyperinteractive collaborative tools, including an avatar-directed learning experience.

William Burkett, Chair
Information Technology
Capella University
J. Don Johnson, Assistant Professor
Business
Georgia Perimeter College


Forum Session
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Belmont Room Three, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

This presentation teaches participants about digital forensics. The proliferation and power of computers cause them to be involved in crimes in ever-increasing numbers. Besides investigating criminal activities, there are other legitimate reasons for companies to want information about what their employees are doing on company computers. The presenter leads hands-on exercises on file recovery, browser history examination, and email message recovery. Techniques for foiling forensic investigations are also discussed.

Rick Leinecker, Assistant Professor
Business and Technologies
Rockingham Community College


Hands-On Lab
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
209, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Millennials are characterized by many traits, but patience is not one of them. This cohort has grown up using technology, loves to play games, and needs immediate and positive feedback. Come and see a tool that works to evaluate and extend their expertise in using various office applications. Share successes and strategies in using Office 2007.

Arta Szathmary, Faculty
MaST (Math Science and Technology
Bucks County Community College


Hands-On Lab
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
208, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Audio podcasts are becoming an important element of online and hybrid classes. A former DJ explains how he encourages his students to tune in to the podcasts for his courses by creating compelling, entertaining, and useful content. You’ll get specific strategies that will help you take that next step into the future of course content delivery. This session is for anyone who wants to learn how to podcast or learn how to podcast more effectively.

Andy Curran, Associate Professor
Interactive Multimedia Technology
Clermont College - University of Cincinnati


Forum Session
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Ryman Room Two, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

Participants learn to create interactive e-portfolios in a matter of minutes that include images, text, videos, animations, and more. Export e-portfolios as Flash, HTML, EXE, or auto-run CD-ROMs. Mediator is an icon-based, drag and drop authoring tool for which no programming or experience is necessary. Faculty members and students can focus on content and creativity rather than learning technology.

Dave Hamilton, Educational Advisor
Sales and Training
MatchWare, Inc.


Hands-On Lab
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
208, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

The environment for education is changing. Internet, broadband, laptops, and other mobile technologies provide students with access to knowledge whenever they want or need it. This presentation explores instructors’ use of a diverse array of educational technology. Participants leave with the confidence to choose the right technology to enhance students’ understanding of a topic and ways to integrate streaming video and custom content to improve student interaction and retention in online or hybrid courses.

Gisele Larose, President
Marketing
WebStudy, Inc.


Forum Session
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Belmont Room Two, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

CareerScope, developed by Vocational Research Institute, is a computerized interest and aptitude assessment used to assist students in making important career and educational planning decisions using the latest national career research. This session is designed for community colleges and the various populations they serve. Participants learn about the benefits of using CareerScope in the career and educational decision-making process and how to implement CareerScope on their campus technologically and from a career counseling perspective.

Emily Short, Director
Retention Support Services
Volunteer State Community College


Forum Session
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Fisk Room Two, Level Two, Renaissance Hotel

Advances in technology have made it easier than ever to attach images and other files to a podcast. This presentation reviews current practices and shows new methods for enhancing podcasts. Participants see how images and sound are being used and how instructors and students benefit from enhanced podcasts and critique current research into enhanced podcasts. This session will be used to interest educators who are interested in podcasting, online learning, and multimedia.

Geoff Cain, Instructional Designer
E-Learning
Tacoma Community College
Andrew Duckworth, Coordinator
Distance Learning
Tacoma Community College


Forum Session
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Monday, November 12, 2007
109, Level One, Nashville Convention Center

Authenticating your distance learning students and verifying they aren’t cheating is the final hurdle to distance learning credibility. Participants in this session discuss how Troy University is using technology to easily leap over this final hurdle using a device that combines a fingerprint scanner, camera, and microphone to insure that students getting credit for exams are the students taking the exams. The actual device is used to replicate the student and teacher exam environments.

Doug Winneg, Chief Executive Officer
Software Secure


Forum Session
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Bluegrass, Level Four, Renaissance Hotel

Participants create comprehensive Flash websites in a matter of minutes with interactive navigation, object animation, and much more. Mediator 8 is an icon-based authoring tool that lets you drag and drop your way to interactive websites, Flash presentations, and multimedia CD-ROMs. No programming or experience is necessary. One-click exports to Flash and HTML, auto-run CD-ROMs, and automated FTP upload allow users to focus on content rather than technology.

Dave Hamilton, Educational Advisor
Sales and Training
MatchWare, Inc.


Forum Session
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Bluegrass, Level Four, Renaissance Hotel

Flickr is a web 2.0 social networking website that allows people to share their photos with friends and strangers. However, sharing photos is just the beginning of what a person can do with Flickr. This presentation covers ways that Flickr can be used to enhance learning using geotagging, annotation, tagging, blogs, hyperlinking, slideshows, and digital storytelling.

Debi McGuire, Director
Distance Learning and Professional Development
Wilkes Community College


Hands-On Lab
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
210, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Social bookmarking is becoming an effective tool for sharing, discovery, and collaboration. Session participants receive an overview of social bookmarking, discuss how to use it effectively in teaching and learning, and discover how bookmarks can be used for productivity and teamwork. Several activities and uses of a social bookmarking tool integrated with an online course environment are presented. Also included is a demonstration of how tagging can dynamically include resources for students in online courses.

Garret Brand, Director
Distance and Learning Technologies
Grand Rapids Community College
Eric Kunnen, Coordinator
Instructional Technologies
Grand Rapids Community College
John Morrison, Director
Blackboard Beyond User Communities
Blackboard, Inc.


Forum Session
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Bluegrass, Level Four, Renaissance Hotel

An array of learning objects, simulations, and interactive games are explored. These digital resources can illustrate complex processes, visualize the unseeable, allow for manipulation of variables, or immerse participants in a situated and active learning environment. Learners are attracted to these representations and playful learning experiences that promote investigations, imaginations, and interpretations about actions in relation to circumstances and possible outcomes. This session explores how these electronic materials can engage and stimulate learners.

Tim Kochery, Director
Center for Academic Technology
Hamline University


Hands-On Lab
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
209, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Screen recorded tutorials of software tasks provide realistic and visual training for modern students. Just as commercial trainers use intensive multimedia, faculty members should create video tutorials. During this session, learn how screen recorded tutorials can help students be more effective in less time. Learn about freeware and commercial software choices for making training videos so you can make them today no matter how small your budget. Also learn about different ways to put the training online.

Jonathan Ross, Instructor
Digital Media
Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College


Hands-On Lab
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
213/214, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Getting Results is a free, web-based faculty development program featuring video vignettes of community college instructors demonstrating effective teaching. Funded by NSF and produced by WGBHBoston in association with the League for Innovation, Getting Results is designed for use by individuals or cohorts of faculty. The program is targeted to science, technology, engineering, and math instructors; however, the principles and strategies are applicable for faculty in any discipline. Come hear how colleges are using Getting Results with their faculty.

Allatia Harris, President
San Jacinto College - North Campus
Cynthia Wilson, Vice President
Learning and Research
League for Innovation in the Community College


Forum Session
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Belmont Room One, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

Participants in this Roundtable Discussion explore the successful transition from paper to online student opinion surveys at Santa Fe Community College (SFCC). Facilitated is a discussion about a case study about that transition, a brief history of the process including the rationale for the transition, key challenges and opportunities in that transition, and practical advice for those who want to make or who have made the transition.

Clay Smith, Instructor
English
Santa Fe College


Roundtable Discussion
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
205/206, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Free Hosted Communication Services for Colleges Hear from a panel of college IT administrators about the ways Google Apps Education Edition has helped their departments save money, save time, and provide students with powerful communication and collaboration tools. Google Apps Education Edition is a free suite of hosted applications for colleges and universities that includes Gmail (webmail), Google Calendar (shared calendaring), Google Talk (instant messaging and voice over IP), Google Docs (document creation and sharing), and more.

Jeff Keltner, Business Development Associate
Enterprise - Edu
Google


Forum Session
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
109, Level One, Nashville Convention Center

This presentation explores using Google technology to enhance the student experience. The initial phase of this project included the migration of 200,000 student email accounts to Google’s free educational service providing increased storage and the foundation for future services such as Google Talk, Google Calendar, Google Docs and Spreadsheets, Google’s Portal (iGoogle), and other useful applications. Join this session and learn how to increase your institution’s success with Google technology while realizing substantial cost savings.

Ken Ingle, Director
Emerging Technology Information Technology Services
Central Piedmont Community College


Forum Session
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Ryman Room One, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

This session demonstrates how a training course for online instruction should be structured for maximizing learning and will benefit new and seasoned online faculty members. Discussed are online communication, innovative online teaching, authentic assessment, and incorporating creative media into online courses.

Andrea Smith, Mathematics
Liberal Arts
Cedar Valley College
Suryakant Desai, Help Desk Analyst
Accounting
Dallas County Community College District
Tim Barker, Director
Teaching Learning Center
Cedar Valley College


Forum Session
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Bluegrass, Level Four, Renaissance Hotel

This exciting hands-on lab teaches instructors to create multimedia instructional podcasts. Participants survey the stimulating new world of podcasting and then use Camtasia and Screencast.com to deliver lessons to iPods, portable digital players, and personal computers. This hands-on session is essential for instructors wishing to broaden their delivery options and take advantage of the latest multimedia approaches to learning.

Jeffrey Mills, Analyst
Instructional Services
San Diego Community College District
Dave Giberson, Coordinator
Instructional Design
San Diego Community College District


Hands-On Lab
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
209, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Can students learn using portable devices such as iPods? Can faculty members use iPods to effectively teach? The presenters discovered that iPods are an excellent tool to present and reinforce content. The presenters recorded the steps involved in various nursing skills (i.e. giving s,hots, changing dressings) and made the videos available for iPod download. Discussed are how to record and distribute the iPod content, the problems encountered, and the positive feedback received from nursing students.

Susan Buchholz, Associate Professor
Nursing
Georgia Perimeter College
Wakita Bradford, Coordinator
Nursing
Georgia Perimeter College


Roundtable Discussion
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
205/206, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Research has shown that people learn better when they’re engaged and enjoy what they’re doing. During this hands-on session, participants experience how easy it is to convert quizzes into learning adventures using free software designed to work with PowerPoint. Participants are asked to bring with them sample quiz questions as we elevate “The Quiz” to an enjoyable and rewarding educational experience.

Ben Mayock, Coordinator
Network Technology
The Community College of Baltimore County
Paulette Comet, Associate Professor
Applied and Information Technology
The Community College of Baltimore County


Hands-On Lab
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
213/214, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Technology has infiltrated students’ worlds, and consequently, they expect to be active instead of sedentary learners. Fortunately, numerous tools are available. Unfortunately, many faculty members do not use them to their fullest extent. The presenter demonstrates how DyKnow can be used to engage students, assess class sessions, and assist students and instructors with time management. The session also demonstrates the tremendous impact MP3, iPods, and podcasting have on student learning and pedagogy and discusses using iTunes U to support student learning and organizational recognition.

Richard McNeil, Professor
Computer and Information Office Systems
Joliet Junior College


Forum Session
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
Jazz, Level Four, Renaissance Hotel

Are you boring students with your videoconference classes? Want to improve retention in synchronous distance education courses? Participants are shown how Central Wyoming College is enhancing interactivity in remote classrooms using PowerPoint and clicker technology. Technologists and faculty members involved in any type of videoconference classroom instruction orothers interested in clicker technology are encouraged to participate in this session to see various techniques for asking questions, gathering data, quizzing students, and viewing detailed reports.

Matt Herr, Director
Information Technology
Central Wyoming College
Stacey Stanek, Faculty
Nursing
Central Wyoming College


Forum Session
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
108, Level One, Nashville Convention Center

During this session, the author of A Learning College for the 21st Century sets the context while leaders from three learning colleges who are also students in Walden University’s Community College Leadership Program share how their institutions are improving learning and student success using technology. Highlights include innovative technologies used in student success programs, partnerships for emerging technologies, integrating web-based resources into the classroom, and survey results about using podcasting as a student-learning tool.

Terry O'Banion, President Emeritus
League For Innovation
League for Innovation in the Community College
Ann Beheler, Vice President
Academic Affairs
Porterville College
Susan Holmes, Assistant Professor
Communication
Northwest Arkansas Community College
Celeste Schwartz, Vice President
Information Technology And College Services
Montgomery County Community College


Forum Session
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
102, Level One, Nashville Convention Center

Participants witness a live international video conference using Internet 2. Students from the United States and their international counterparts demonstrate a business simulation where students engage in trading activities. Using the International Business Practice Firm, a program in which students have to make decisions, recognize problems, function in a global marketplace, and generate ideas using workplace technology, session participants see how students and teachers collaborate in real time.

Carol Weber, Professor
Business and Technology
Mercer County Community College
Tony Bruzaitis, Director
Information Technology
Mercer County Community College


Forum Session
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Belmont Room Three, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

Based on current research compiled by NWCET, this presentation covers trends in IT careers and IT skills, the changing worlds of work and education, and the net generation. From employment projections to skills demands, from the habits and work style of digital natives to the challenges for digital immigrants, this session offers a wealth of information for IT educators striving to stay in touch with new technologies, tools, and teaching methods as they gain valuable insights into the IT trends affecting teaching and learning.

Suzanne Marks, Faculty
Business Technology Systems
Bellevue College


Special Session
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Music City Ballroom, Level Two, Renaissance Hotel

Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) is an emerging technology with the potential to help companies track and manage their inventories, increase worker productivity, and simplify manual reporting. As RFID becomes more widely used, employers will need workers with specialized skills to integrate the technology into their businesses. Participants in this session receive a primer on RFID, discuss the status of current training programs, and see examples of best practices being used in higher education.

Alan Rowland, Business Development Manager
Education
CompTIA


Poster Session
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Level One, Lobby, Nashville Convention Center

Showcased are new features of Windows Vista. Anyone who uses a Microsoft operating system will see the power and features of its latest offering. Participants discuss Vista Movie Maker, speech recognition, and Windows Media Player 11. Come see the new search features and learn how to increase RAM without cracking the case. Explore Flip 3D, the snipping tool, the sidebar, and more. Go beyond the beginner level and learn about exciting new features available in Microsoft Windows Vista.

Philip Vavalides, Professor
Information Technology
Guilford Technical Community College


Forum Session
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Fisk Room Two, Level Two, Renaissance Hotel

Come and see the newest features of Microsoft’s radically changed office productivity suite. Participants examine the ribbon, new terminology, and other exciting features that will be useful to anyone who teaches an introductory office applications course. Participants also explore the new graphics capabilities, new blogging features, and Groove and OneNote, two exciting new additions to the Office suite that will aid students with note taking and allow online instructors to hold office hours in a more effective fashion.

Philip Vavalides, Professor
Information Technology
Guilford Technical Community College


Forum Session
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Fisk Room Two, Level Two, Renaissance Hotel

This course provides participants with the opportunity to learn about and play with various web 2.0 technologies (i.e. social bookmarking, blogs, RSS aggregators, wikis, and personal portals). During the course, participants discuss methods for incorporating these tools into different teaching and learning environments. Included for each technology is a brief introduction, examples of how it is used in teaching and learning, a discussion about pedagogical issues, and time for participants to set up their own accounts and experiment with the technologies.

Rochelle Rodrigo, Visiting Associate Professor
Rhetoric and New Media
Old Dominion University


Learning Center Course
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
209, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

The use of laptops inside the classroom has been considered an innovation by some and a barrier to teaching by others. This session challenges the latter perspectives by presenting a case study at SAIT Polytechnic where the use of laptops has encouraged learning and increased student satisfaction. Session participants learn practical approaches for using laptops inside the classroom to promote access to contents, interaction with instructors and peers, and problem solving.

Foster Stewart, Team Leader
Business and Tourism
SAIT Polytechnic


Forum Session
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Belmont Room Three, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

Tegrity Campus 2.0 is the first student achievement system that impacts the entire institution to improve retention and student satisfaction. Tegrity Campus 2.0 makes instruction available anytime by capturing, storing, and indexing every class on campus for replay by any student. Students can quickly recall key moments or replay entire classes online with digital notes, on their iPods, or on their cell phones. Provided are an overview of Tegrity Campus 2.0, a demonstration of student and faculty experiences, and case studies about how Tegrity Campus 2.0 is effecting leading colleges and universities.

Bryan Arvison, Regional Director
Sales
McGraw-Hill Education


Forum Session
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Fisk Room Two, Level Two, Renaissance Hotel

Technology can improve learning when students haregular access to computers. This presentation explores how mobile phones can be used for learning since students already know how to use this tool better than most adults, mobile phones offer scaffolding methods that have been proven to enhance learning, and mobile phones provide the opportunity to maintain the pace of computer education on time, rather than behind the time of real-world learning.

Lucianne Brown, Director
Education
Governors State University
Sandi Estep, Associate Professor
Education
Governors State University


Forum Session
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Belmont Room Two, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

Video has the power to transform any lesson into a memorable learning experience. This session provides a brief look back at the evolution of video delivery methods and a look forward at new and emerging digital technologies affecting the way video is delivered. Using a series of educational case studies and an interactive crystal ball activity, participants explore what has worked well, what hasn’t worked, and what the future holds for digital video delivery.

Wendy Collins, Vice President
Digital Strategy
Films for the Humanities and Sciences
Gina Cone, Manager
Marketing and Special Projects
North Seattle Community College


Forum Session
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Belmont Room Two, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

This session takes an introductory look into the world of massively multiplayer online games (MMOGs). Participants learn about existing gaming literature, see examples of learning in entertainment-based MMOGs, and examine education-based MMOGs designed specifically for learning. Participants leave with background knowledge and new ideas for establishing and maintaining a connection with learners through MMOGs. The presentation is designed with instructors, academic leaders, and instructional technology professionals in mind.

Landon Pirius, Interim Dean
Student Services
Inver Hills Community College


Forum Session
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Belmont Room Two, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

During this session, participants have the opportunity to take Certiport certification exams in Microsoft Certified Application Specialist, Microsoft Office Specialist, Adobe Certified Associate, and Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC³).

Eldon Lechtenberg, Director
Sales
Certiport
Chris Yandow, North American Regional Manager
Sales
Certiport
Liz Arias, Specialist
Global Channel Operations
Certiport


Hands-On Lab
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Monday, November 12, 2007
202, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

During this session, participants have the opportunity to take Certiport certification exams in Microsoft Certified Application Specialist, Microsoft Office Specialist, Adobe Certified Associate, and Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC³).

Eldon Lechtenberg, Director
Sales
Certiport
Chris Yandow, North American Regional Manager
Sales
Certiport
Liz Arias, Specialist
Global Channel Operations
Certiport


Hands-On Lab
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
202, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

During this session, participants have the opportunity to take Certiport certification exams in Microsoft Certified Application Specialist, Microsoft Office Specialist, Adobe Certified Associate, and Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC³).

Eldon Lechtenberg, Director
Sales
Certiport
Chris Yandow, North American Regional Manager
Sales
Certiport
Liz Arias, Specialist
Global Channel Operations
Certiport


Hands-On Lab
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
202, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

During this session, participants have the opportunity to take Certiport certification exams in Microsoft Certified Application Specialist, Microsoft Office Specialist, Adobe Certified Associate, and Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC³).

Eldon Lechtenberg, Director
Sales
Certiport
Chris Yandow, North American Regional Manager
Sales
Certiport
Liz Arias, Specialist
Global Channel Operations
Certiport


Hands-On Lab
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
202, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

During this session, participants have the opportunity to take Certiport certification exams in Microsoft Certified Application Specialist, Microsoft Office Specialist, Adobe Certified Associate, and Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC³).

Eldon Lechtenberg, Director
Sales
Certiport
Chris Yandow, North American Regional Manager
Sales
Certiport
Liz Arias, Specialist
Global Channel Operations
Certiport


Hands-On Lab
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
202, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

During this session, participants have the opportunity to take Certiport certification exams in Microsoft Certified Application Specialist, Microsoft Office Specialist, Adobe Certified Associate, and Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC³).

Eldon Lechtenberg, Director
Sales
Certiport
Chris Yandow, North American Regional Manager
Sales
Certiport
Liz Arias, Specialist
Global Channel Operations
Certiport


Hands-On Lab
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
202, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

During this session, participants have the opportunity to take Certiport certification exams in Microsoft Certified Application Specialist, Microsoft Office Specialist, Adobe Certified Associate, and Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC³).

Eldon Lechtenberg, Director
Sales
Certiport
Chris Yandow, North American Regional Manager
Sales
Certiport
Liz Arias, Specialist
Global Channel Operations
Certiport


Hands-On Lab
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
202, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

During this session, participants have the opportunity to take Certiport certification exams in Microsoft Certified Application Specialist, Microsoft Office Specialist, Adobe Certified Associate, and Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC³).

Eldon Lechtenberg, Director
Sales
Certiport
Chris Yandow, North American Regional Manager
Sales
Certiport
Liz Arias, Specialist
Global Channel Operations
Certiport


Hands-On Lab
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
202, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

During this session, participants have the opportunity to take Certiport certification exams in Microsoft Certified Application Specialist, Microsoft Office Specialist, Adobe Certified Associate, and Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC³).

Eldon Lechtenberg, Director
Sales
Certiport
Chris Yandow, North American Regional Manager
Sales
Certiport
Liz Arias, Specialist
Global Channel Operations
Certiport


Hands-On Lab
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
202, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

During this session, participants have the opportunity to take Certiport certification exams in Microsoft Certified Application Specialist, Microsoft Office Specialist, Adobe Certified Associate, and Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC³).

Eldon Lechtenberg, Director
Sales
Certiport
Chris Yandow, North American Regional Manager
Sales
Certiport
Liz Arias, Specialist
Global Channel Operations
Certiport


Hands-On Lab
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
202, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

During this session, participants have the opportunity to take Certiport certification exams in Microsoft Certified Application Specialist, Microsoft Office Specialist, Adobe Certified Associate, and Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC³).

Eldon Lechtenberg, Director
Sales
Certiport
Chris Yandow, North American Regional Manager
Sales
Certiport
Liz Arias, Specialist
Global Channel Operations
Certiport


Hands-On Lab
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
202, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

During this session, participants have the opportunity to take Certiport certification exams in Microsoft Certified Application Specialist, Microsoft Office Specialist, Adobe Certified Associate, and Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC³).

Eldon Lechtenberg, Director
Sales
Certiport
Chris Yandow, North American Regional Manager
Sales
Certiport
Liz Arias, Specialist
Global Channel Operations
Certiport


Hands-On Lab
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
202, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

During this session, participants have the opportunity to take Certiport certification exams in Microsoft Certified Application Specialist, Microsoft Office Specialist, Adobe Certified Associate, and Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC³).

Eldon Lechtenberg, Director
Sales
Certiport
Chris Yandow, North American Regional Manager
Sales
Certiport
Liz Arias, Specialist
Global Channel Operations
Certiport


Hands-On Lab
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
202, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

During this session, participants have the opportunity to take Certiport certification exams in Microsoft Certified Application Specialist, Microsoft Office Specialist, Adobe Certified Associate, and Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC³).

Eldon Lechtenberg, Director
Sales
Certiport
Chris Yandow, North American Regional Manager
Sales
Certiport
Liz Arias, Specialist
Global Channel Operations
Certiport


Hands-On Lab
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
202, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Improve reading and writing skills by creating mind maps that increase retention, comprehension, and the organization of main ideas using images, text, videos, and hyperlinks. Also, create professional interactive timelines, Word documents, PowerPoint presentations, HTML, and Mediator. Come see how mind maps help facilitate students’ analytical thinking, comprehension, creativity, and writing skills across the curriculum. Participants discuss the principles behind mind mapping and how it relates to curriculum.

Dave Hamilton, Educational Advisor
Sales and Training
MatchWare, Inc.


Forum Session
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Bluegrass, Level Four, Renaissance Hotel

Moodle continues to develop and grow with almost 25,000 worldwide registered installations. Find out what the latest versions include and receive training in building a course. From course settings to section layouts, participants leave this session with an increased comfort level and probably a candy bar or two!

D.I. von Briesen, Instructor
Information Technology
Central Piedmont Community College


Hands-On Lab
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Monday, November 12, 2007
210, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

This presentation starts with a focus on theories about mobile learning to provide a foundation for discussions; however, most of the content focuses on specific tools and activities that can be used in classrooms right away. Examples of tools covered include Flickr, Blogger, RSS, del.icio.us, e-books, YouTube, blogging, chatting, IMing, photos, virtual field trips, digital storytelling, annotation, and geotagging.

Debi McGuire, Director
Distance Learning and Professional Development
Wilkes Community College


Hands-On Lab
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
208, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

We are overwhelmed with new tools and techniques. During this stimulating demonstration, a team of seasoned IT faculty members provides excellent resources so you don’t have to find them yourself. From social bookmarking websites and great shortcuts for getting around Windows to indispensable online tools for distance educators, there is something during this session for everyone.

D.I. von Briesen, Instructor
Information Technology
Central Piedmont Community College
Marlene Anderson-Roden, Instructor
Business Computer Technologies
Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College
Jonathan Ross, Instructor
Digital Media
Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College


Forum Session
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Belmont Room Two, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

If distance learning students wanted to watch you stand behind a podium and lecture, they would have signed up for a classroom section. What works in the traditional classroom does not always work online. Yet technology is making it easier to create audio and video recordings of classroom lectures including the ubiquitous PowerPoint presentation. This session takes a candid look at instructional technology practices that work for distance learning students and more importantly, those instructional technology practices that don’t work.

Timothy Haley, Professor
AFA-Music
Sandhills Community College


Forum Session
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Bluegrass, Level Four, Renaissance Hotel

IP telephony is to the new generation of telecommunications as electricit was to the industrial revolution. Inver Hills Community College, with the help of a National Science Foundation grant, has developed ready-to-deliver turnkey IP Telephony Technology Academic Certificate Program. This session demonstrates how to make the program available at your college.

David Anderson, Dean
Center for Professional and Workforce Development
Inver Hills Community College


Forum Session
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Rock and Roll, Level Four, Renaissance Hotel

Certiport prepares individuals with current and relevant digital skills and credentials for the competitive global workforce. During this session, participants preview new developments from Certiport including the exciting new Adobe Certified Associate program, the Microsoft Certified Application Specialist program (Office 2007) and recent developments with the Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC³). Certiport certifications are currently delivered by more than 12,000 Certiport centers worldwide.

Eldon Lechtenberg, Director
Sales
Certiport
Chris Yandow, North American Regional Manager
Sales
Certiport
Liz Arias, Specialist
Global Channel Operations
Certiport


Hands-On Lab
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Monday, November 12, 2007
202, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Certiport prepares individuals with current and relevant digital skills and credentials for the competitive global workforce. During this session, participants preview new developments from Certiport including the exciting new Adobe Certified Associate program, the Microsoft Certified Application Specialist program (Office 2007) and recent developments with the Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC³). Certiport certifications are currently delivered by more than 12,000 Certiport centers worldwide.

Eldon Lechtenberg, Director
Sales
Certiport
Chris Yandow, North American Regional Manager
Sales
Certiport
Liz Arias, Specialist
Global Channel Operations
Certiport


Hands-On Lab
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
202, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Certiport prepares individuals with current and relevant digital skills and credentials for the competitive global workforce. During this session, participants preview new developments from Certiport including the exciting new Adobe Certified Associate program, the Microsoft Certified Application Specialist program (Office 2007) and recent developments with the Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC³). Certiport certifications are currently delivered by more than 12,000 Certiport centers worldwide.

Eldon Lechtenberg, Director
Sales
Certiport
Chris Yandow, North American Regional Manager
Sales
Certiport
Liz Arias, Specialist
Global Channel Operations
Certiport


Hands-On Lab
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
202, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

The presenter provides a brief overview of current open-source or inexpensive software applications used to create digital course content and showcase applications from Mac, PC, Linux, and web-based platforms that have the greatest impact on teaching and learning. Participants learn how to apply these new technologies to diverse coursework. Distribution via portable audio and video players is also discussed. This session is perfect for anyone exploring alternative methods for communicating concepts in digital formats.

Joseph Hostetler, Associate Professor and Program Chair
Graphic Design
Ivy Tech Community College


Forum Session
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
109, Level One, Nashville Convention Center

Multiuser computer games are currently seen almost exclusively as playthings while their potential as effective tools with which to engage learners remains largely undeveloped. A visiting Fulbright scholar from Australia leads a discussion about multiuser games as learning tools where learners engage in virtual-role playing and problem-solving scenarios. Are we equipped to develop and use new tools and lead new learners through immersive digital educational environments? Come and share your experiences, ideas, and concerns.

Mark O'Rourke, Program Manager
Creative Industries
Victoria University


Roundtable Discussion
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
205/206, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

It has become clear that text messaging is emerging as a disruptive technology. With students texting day in and out, the numbers are staggering. Learn how Central Piedmont Community College embraced this reality to use text messaging as a way of allowing students to opt in to relevant text-based communications. See how texting complements email and phone communications and provides a convenient and instant way of alerting students and staff to time-sensitive events.

D.I. von Briesen, Instructor
Information Technology
Central Piedmont Community College


Roundtable Discussion
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
205/206, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Desire2Learn is a recognized leader with the most complete and adaptable suite of e-learning software products and services to power your learning infrastructure. Created for institutions of 5,000 users or less, Desire2Learn Essentials is an affordable and easy-to-use solution. Demonstrated are the tools and functionalities of Essentials. Discussions include whether Essentials will fulfill the needs and requirements of small institutions just getting started in e-learning.

Patricia Fellows, Coordinator
Central Information Technology
University of Wisconsin Colleges


Hands-On Lab
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
209, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

The discussion facilitators never met prior to this conference. Their collaboration has been entirely virtual, primarily within Second Life, the virtual environment. If you are currently involved in virtual collaborations in Second Life or other virtual environments and would like to see the face behind the avatar while exploring the many opportunities and challenges these mediums present, bring your ideas and join us for an appreciative inquiry into the future of education.

Lorraine Storry Mockford, Coordinator
Health and Human Services
Nova Scotia Community College
Denise Cote, Librarian
College of DuPage


Roundtable Discussion
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
205/206, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Imagine a class with no boards, walls, or boundaries. Software such as EverNote, SketchUp, and Camtasia allow faculty to write, draw, and record directly on the PC tablet screen. Handwritten notes and equations can be converted to text and saved, and wireless features allow for mobility and collaborative learning. Participants in this session discuss how to improve attitudes, attendance, and grades without using chalk as they explore what the future holds for the next generation of pen-based learning technologies.

Richard Mitchell, Professor
Liberal Arts and Science
Humber College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning


Forum Session
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Ryman Room Two, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

If student engagement is the goal, then real-time, two-way, internet television (ITV) is a solution. Learn how a grassroots effort by several public school districts and Central Arizona College resulted in an ITV consortium that provides classes, training, special events, and travel reduction. Administrators, faculty members, and IT staff can learn how time, resources, and money can be conserved if everyone works together, especially when connectivity to the world takes place with IP, standards-based technology.

Richard King, Associate Vice President
Technology Services
Central Arizona College


Forum Session
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Belmont Room Two, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

Learn how Central Wyoming College (CWC) improves retention and boosts comprehension without using additional or difficult technology. Discuss how CWC’s faculty learn to podcast after one 15-minute training session using technology that is nearly transparent to the class. Demonstrated are how to create podcasts using Anystream Apreso software and how to transfer files to a streaming media server. The presentation ends with a philosophical discussion about the pros and cons of providing students with recorded material.

Matt Herr, Director
Information Technology
Central Wyoming College
Stacey Stanek, Faculty
Nursing
Central Wyoming College


Forum Session
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Belmont Room Two, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

How can you get the entire faculty podcasting so that students move to a higher level of achievement? The answer is by using software that streamlines the process. This presentation shows how to get faculty, regardless of their technical abilities, to easily podcast their classroom material. Proprietary software written by a software engineer is demonstrated and provided free of charge. After this presentation, participants are able to move into a new arena of instructional effectiveness.

Rick Leinecker, Assistant Professor
Business and Technologies
Rockingham Community College


Hands-On Lab
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
213/214, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Mobile devices such as the iPod have changed education. It is now possible to reach students with screencasts, lecture podcasts, and presentations 24 hours a day. This session demonstrates using Camtasia Studio to produce digital lectures that engage students. Demonstrated are recording and editing a screen or podcast narration, producing a video, and making the files available in iPod format. Discussions include engaging students using technology many of them already own and use on a daily basis.

Rich Boys, Product Manager
Marketing
TechSmith


Hands-On Lab
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
209, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Following the use of Screenwatch for several years, an exploratory use of podcasting within the nursing program led to an iPod loaner program. The clamor of “we want more” led faculty to ask whether all this support helps students learn, whether it decreases their ability to develop critical thinking skills, whether students will still come to class, and how these technologies can best be used. Come explore the answers to these questions and discover the strengths and weaknesses of podcasting and Screenwatch.

Debbie Dalrymple, Professor
Nursing
Montgomery County Community College


Forum Session
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Belmont Room Three, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

At the time this description was written, the presenters were preparing to create their first podcast. Described are how they did it, the equipment and software used, the mistakes made, the things done right, and real lessons learned from the process. This session is for educators interested in lessons learned based on experience. Expect down-to-earth discussions, simple guidelines for getting started, and a demonstration of the equipment and software used.

Tom Bell, Associate Dean
Learning Resources Center
John A. Logan College
Steve McLaughlin, Director
Learning Resources Center
John A. Logan College


Forum Session
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Fisk Room Two, Level Two, Renaissance Hotel

Podcasting is becoming increasingly popular in education. Podcasts enable students and faculty members to share information in an easy, entertaining, and effective way. This tool can be used to record books, vocabulary or foreign language lessons, music performances, interviews, debates, lectures, and much more. It can even be used as a publishing tool for student oral presentations. This session focuses on how to produce high-quality instructional materials for use anytime and anywhere.

David Morales, Professor
Information Technology
Thomas Nelson Community College
Ruth Smith, Director
Distance Learning
Thomas Nelson Community College
Dawn Hayden, Associate Professor
Communication and Humanities
Thomas Nelson Community College


Forum Session
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
109, Level One, Nashville Convention Center

During this session, participants witness the step-by-step process for producing audio content and distributing it on the World Wide Web. Information regarding hardware and software specifications is provided. The presenter explains how educators interested in adopting this particular technique in the classroom or at related institutional or community events can do so with no more than a computer, $100, and a working knowledge of how to publish information to a website.

Chad Gesser, Instructor
Social Science and Public Service
Owensboro Community and Technical College


Forum Session
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Bluegrass, Level Four, Renaissance Hotel

This session is designed to give the participants a taste of how emerging technologies impact and enhance learning in face-to-face and online environments. Participants leave with a working knowledge of and an increased comfort level with these technologies as they are introduced to their application to teaching and learning.

James Baker, Dean
Educational Technology Services
San Jacinto College District


Forum Session
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
Belmont Room Two, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

Three computer science faculty members demonstrate how mobile tablet technology transforms a passive learning experience into a dynamic educational journey. Participants learn techniques to successfully integrate mobile technology into the classroom. Mobile technology allows ad hoc formation of learning teams. Digital ink facilitates easy capture of ideas and designs. The sharing of ideas, program design, and research engage students in learning complex concepts. No sleeping allowed!

Patricia Rahmlow, Associate Professor
Business and Computer Science
Montgomery County Community College
Linda Moulton, Professor
Business and Computer Science
Montgomery County Community College
Marie Hartlein, Associate Professor
Business and Computer Science
Montgomery County Community College


Forum Session
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Rock and Roll, Level Four, Renaissance Hotel

The College and Career Transitions Initiative (CCTI) is a project funded by the U.S. Office of Education’s Office of Vocational and Adult Education and administered by the League for Innovation. The initiative’s purpose is to enhance the ability of community colleges to improved student transitions from secondary to postsecondary education and on to careers. Learn about the most recent project of this initiative, the Community College STEM Curriculum Development project, which seeks to ensure the integration of math and science into CTE courses at the secondary and postsecondary levels.

Larry Warford, Senior Consultant
Workforce
League for Innovation in the Community College


Forum Session
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
109, Level One, Nashville Convention Center

Second Life is a virtual world that provides a unique learning environment for educators interested in instruction, collaborative work, simulations, and social networking. To explore this virtual world, Monroe Community College (MCC) purchased an island and began building a 3D virtual campus. To research the potential of the campus, MCC hosted a six-month experience with participants from 17 SUNY campuses. This presentation shares findings of this project including strengths, weaknesses, construction theory, and future directions.

Jeffrey Bartkovich, Vice President
Educational Technology Services
Monroe Community College - SUNY
Terrance Keys, Assistant Vice President
Instructional Technologies
Monroe Community College - SUNY


Forum Session
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Belmont Room Three, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

QRCodes offer a unique way to capture and distribute a tremendous amount of information in a quick and efficient manner. There are plenty of potential educational uses for this technology, and now that Microsoft has decided to use QRCodes in Windows Live, more of them should become available. This presentation describes QRCodes, demonstrates how to create them, explains how they are used in Japan, reviews the decoding software, and explores ways QRCodes can be integrated into mobile learning.

Debi McGuire, Director
Distance Learning and Professional Development
Wilkes Community College


Hands-On Lab
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Monday, November 12, 2007
209, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Described are the processes, pitfalls, and benefits that three community colleges experienced during their rollout of Sakai as well as their current operating status and functionality. Featured case study colleges are from Cerritos Community in California, the ETUDES Consortium of 32 Member Community Colleges in California, and La Guardia Community College in New York. Attendees of the session will learn valuable best practices and deployment strategies taken from real-life implementations of the Sakai Collaboration and Learning Environment.

Anthony Whyte, Programmer
Information Computing
University of Michigan


Forum Session
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Belmont Room One, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

Today, our students are losing themselves in the online world of Second Life. This session introduces the Second Life virtual community and explores how educators can turn it into an effective teaching and learning experience.

Mary Malinconico, Assistant Professor/program Coordinator
Computer Graphic Arts
Gloucester County College


Forum Session
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
109, Level One, Nashville Convention Center

Second Life has emerged as a powerful force in the future of networked collaboration with millions of residents and a significant educational presence. The emergence of 3D environments may even herald the beginning of a new kind of web. During this session, participants learn about the basics of navigating Second Life from flying to rotating distant objects around in space. Participation significantly decreases the learning curve for new Second Life users.

D.I. von Briesen, Instructor
Information Technology
Central Piedmont Community College


Hands-On Lab
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
209, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Discover how easy it is to create three-dimensional objects using SketchUp. Excellent for conceptual visualization, think of it as a digital version of paper and pencil. This easy and intuitive program simplifies 3D design and allows for creating sophisticated models and renderings. Participants are able to create several objects that include everyday items and see these objects from any vantage point. Learn how this inexpensive software can be used in a variety of disciplines.

Michael Ryan, Professor
Architecture
Anne Arundel Community College
Robert Lowe, Professor
Architecture and Interior Design
Anne Arundel Community College


Hands-On Lab
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
209, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

There are different facets of social networking, including social bookmarking, RSS, wikis, blogs, browsers, and digital networking websites. No matter the social networking format, two main supporting concepts—communication and collaboration—are available. This presentation covers different aspects of social networking, some ways that social networking tools can be used in and out of the classroom, and some of the pitfalls and dangers students can encounter.

Debi McGuire, Director
Distance Learning and Professional Development
Wilkes Community College


Hands-On Lab
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
210, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Georgia Perimeter College, a multicampus two-year college in the Atlanta area, has made a commitment to its faculty and students to place SMART Sympodium technologies into every feasible teaching space. Session participants explore why this commitment was made, the steps that are being taken to realize that goal, and the results that were achieved. Administrators, instructors, and instructional technologists will benefit from this session that also includes examples of instructional uses of the SMART Sympodium.

Ken Moss, Instructional Technologist
Educational Technologies
Georgia Perimeter College


Forum Session
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Belmont Room One, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

Today’s cybercriminals can hide information easier than ever within digital data. Pictures that appear on websites can contain messages unbeknownst to anyone except the intended recipient. This presentation explains how this is technically possible. Session participants create their own hidden messages. The technique of hiding data in the slack space of a hard drive is also discussed. Several freeware programs are demonstrated.

Rick Leinecker, Assistant Professor
Business and Technologies
Rockingham Community College


Hands-On Lab
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
208, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

New immersive environments like Second Life provide an ideal environment for students (and us) to experience diversity and interact with others. Central Piedmont Community College added its island campus to Second Life in early 1997, and Student Life has worked to facilitate new student experiences within this world. Participants experience a flying, yachting, and walking tour of our island campus and learn how to engage students and meet other world travelers in Second Life.

Barry Gilmore, Coordinator
Student Life
Central Piedmont Community College
D.I. von Briesen, Instructor
Information Technology
Central Piedmont Community College


Forum Session
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Belmont Room Two, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

In The World is Flat, Thomas Friedman makes the case that forces have converged to flatten and restructure the global competitive landscape. This flattening has empowered individuals to compete and collaborate like never before. In this less predictable, less hierarchical, flattened world, knowledge is widely distributed and rapidly changing, leaving traditional course-based learning increasingly unable to meet the needs of students. Key flatteners explored during this session include the internet, open-source software, search engines, wireless mobility, VoIP, digitalization, personalization, and virtualization.

Michael Qaissaunee, Professor
Engineering and Technology
Brookdale Community College
Gordon Snyder, Director
National Ict Center
Springfield Technical Community College


Special Session
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Music City Ballroom, Level Two, Renaissance Hotel

Many colleges struggle with providing quality lab opportunities to students due to limited resources and time. Also, the emergence of online learning poses real problems in providing quality hands-on experiences to students learning at distance. Both of these problems are addressed with the use of simulated, online labs that allow students to practice in a virtual $30,000 lab. Participants are able to explore PC hardware and OS labs during this session.

David Blakely, Director
Business Development
TestOut


Hands-On Lab
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
208, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

See how the world’s most popular learning management system can be linked to the most popular 3D virtual world. Sloodle incorporates tools within Second Life that tie to a Moodle installation, allowing for in-world blogs that post to a website, chats between avatars and online students, and even in-world attendance tracking. Come learn how this exciting project started, where it stands now, and where it’s headed.

D.I. von Briesen, Instructor
Information Technology
Central Piedmont Community College


Forum Session
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Belmont Room Three, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

The average class uses 15,000 pages of paper per term. Imagine if 100 professors teaching 10 relatively small classes per year go digital. This session shows participants how to go completely digital in the classroom. No paper syllabi, tests, or text books are needed, even in face-to-face classes. The presenter provides innovative ways to communicate with students, take attendance, and present handouts, as well as allow students to take quizzes, submit papers, and complete homework.

John Bouman, Professor
Arts and Humanities
Howard Community College


Hands-On Lab
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
211/212, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

The flattened world view supports broadening the scope of programs previously considered regional. The Convergence Technology Center, a Regional ATE Center funded by a National Science Foundation grant, has established a Mentored College program to enable community colleges across the nation to launch their own Convergence Technology programs. Participants learn how to qualify for and the benefits of this program, as well as about equipment and other needs.

Ann Beheler, Vice President
Academic Affairs
Porterville College
Helen Sullivan, Director
Convergence Technology Center
Collin College


Forum Session
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Belmont Room Two, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

Producing effective podcasts does not have to be an intimidating process. For over a year, the presenter has enhanced his online and on-campus courses with a variety of podcasts. This presentation explores how best to serve your students with this technology, as well as how best to create, edit, and post podcasts. This presentation also focuses on appropriate podcast content in addition to technology requirements.

William Smith, Associate Professor
Business and Information Technology
Tulsa Community College


Forum Session
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
109, Level One, Nashville Convention Center

Threaded podcasts combine threaded discussions with podcasts download of. Students can hear professors’ lectures and easily record and upload audio responses, allowing professors to regain ownership of the lecture portion of online courses. Demonstrated is the ease and interactivity that threaded podcasting offers. An audio response from an audience member is created and uploaded to a website so participants see how simple it is to create a threaded podcast.

Frank Yunker, Professor
Computer Information Systems
Fulton-Montgomery Community College - SUNY


Forum Session
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Fisk Room Two, Level Two, Renaissance Hotel

Three faculty members describe using the massively multiplayer online role-playing game, “World of Warcraft” (WoW), in a modified learning community. Instructors thematically linked WoW through the archetypal Hero’s Journey to the literature genre SciFi/Fantasy and encouraged students to use their experiences in WoW to gain personal and deep understandings of major course themes reinforced through an integration of traditional and nontraditional texts. This presentation addresses insights into course planning, workload, administrative process, and student support.

Dona Cady, Professor
Humanities
Middlesex Community College - MA
Matthew Olson, Director
Middlesex Interactive
Center for Community College Student Engagement


Forum Session
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
Belmont Room One, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

The International Academy for the Scholarship of Learning Technology is seeking creative scholars to partner in an international course development project. This session provides information about current motivational and learning theory and how future students will approach higher education. An international project is explained and participants are invited to contribute to a project designed to create living course materials for general education courses. This session also helps participants foresee the role of faculty in the next generation.

Don Green,
Florida State College at Jacksonville
Patti Levine-Brown, Professor
Communications
Florida State College at Jacksonville


Forum Session
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Rock and Roll, Level Four, Renaissance Hotel

Two English faculty members share their journey into podcasting and lead a discussion about issues and questions raised as a result of their experience assigning audio essays to composition students. Discussed are whether podcasting is a legitimate teaching technique, whether podcasting is only for tech-savvy students, requiring students to create podcasts, disciplinary and institutional attitudes and challenges, and defending podcasts to naysayers. Session participants receive copies of assignments and examples of students’ work.

Amy Braziller, Faculty
English
Red Rocks Community College
Liz Kleinfeld, Faculty
English
Red Rocks Community College


Roundtable Discussion
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Monday, November 12, 2007
205/206, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Community colleges facing increased enrollment challenges are looking for ways to improve the overall educational experience for their students. This presentation outlines Sinclair Community College’s Strategic Enrollment Management (SEM) environment and how business analytics are used to create a more positive experience. The people, processes, and technology used in building the SEM architecture are discussed during this session. A short demonstration of the system’s capabilities is presented in order to engage the audience and encourage participation.

Karl Konsdorf, Manager
Research, Analytics, and Reporting
Sinclair Community College
Kenneth Moore, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer
Information Technology
Sinclair Community College


Forum Session
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Belmont Room Three, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

Clickers are growing in popularity because they make instruction, assessment, and learning more dynamic. Learn about how clickers are used effectively, various issues encountered, and the differences among popular clicker systems. This session provides opportunities to experience various pedagogical practices in classroom situations using clickers, including game modes. Participants also discuss situations where clickers have been used at their colleges.

Lysa Kenney, Representative
Sales/Marketing
Qwizdom, Inc.


Forum Session
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Bluegrass, Level Four, Renaissance Hotel

In July 2006 Southeast Community College (SCC) became an iTunes University. With that began SCC’s campaign to use podcasting effectively for promotion and education. SCC now uses podcasting to enhance learning in online and face-to-face courses, and uses iTunes University to promote the college, its programs, and students’ work. Plans are also in place to use iTunes for faculty and staff development. Discussions include participants’ perceptions about the strengths, weaknesses, and future of this technology.

Robert Morgan, Director
Administration
Southeast Community College - NE


Forum Session
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Belmont Room Three, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

Participants learn how to use Virtual Server to enable remote students to perform hands-on labs using a variety of operating systems. Information on choosing and sizing hardware, remote access, and managing the virtual environment is discussed. Participants receive hands-on practice managing and configuring Microsoft Virtual Server.

Alan Carter, Instructor
Information Technology
Green River Community College


Hands-On Lab
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
208, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Are you tired of the same old doldrums in your classrooms? Come see how PowerPoint can be used to create games to enhance student learning. Learn about the online resources available for finding free games you can modify for classroom use. Come see how to use a tool most of us already have without having to download other software. Instructors looking for new ways to enhance student learning will benefit from this session.

Molly Hickman, Assistant Professor
Information Technology
Maysville Community and Technical College - KCTCS


Forum Session
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Jazz, Level Four, Renaissance Hotel

Participants discuss how various technologies can intensify acquisition of knowledge about moving inventions to the marketplace. An NSF-supported grant incorporates podcasting, supplemental website material, guided internet searches, and distance conferencing with inventors and mentors. Participants also experience actual podcasting material located on Howard Community College’s website. This session will particularly benefit faculty, IT staff, and learning resources personnel.

Lev Volynskiy, Associate Project Manager
Business and Computer Division
Howard Community College
Rose Volynskiy, Associate Professor
Business and Computer Division
Howard Community College


Roundtable Discussion
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
205/206, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Teaching proper crime scene investigation techniques to future criminal justice workers is critical. However, staging realistic crime scenes is difficult and costly. By using a virtual crime scene simulator, instructors can introduce students to a wide variety of scenarios and evaluate each student on performance in processing the scene. This session demonstrates a crime scene simulator designed specifically for use in campus-based and distance education criminal justice programs.

David Blakely, Director
Business Development
TestOut


Forum Session
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Bluegrass, Level Four, Renaissance Hotel

During this hands-on lab, participants learn how to use TaskStream engagement tools to develop student e-portfolios, align activities with competencies, and track and report on student progress toward these competencies. These tools also facilitate online collaboration and communication and formative feedback between peers and between student and instructor. Participants assume different roles and leave with a better understanding of how the web-based tools can be used.

Benjamin Coulter, Manager
System Implementations
TaskStream


Hands-On Lab
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
208, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

You can now record great quality video and sound for under $200 with a camera smaller than a pack of cigarettes! Come see some of the current cameras, learn how to use them, and get a quick tutorial on how easy it is to bring video onto the PC and create good looking videos with the free software, Windows Movie Maker.

Jonathan Ross, Instructor
Digital Media
Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College
D.I. von Briesen, Instructor
Information Technology
Central Piedmont Community College
Melissa Vrana, Associate Dean
Administration
Central Piedmont Community College


Forum Session
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Belmont Room Two, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

Current technology has made portable video an everyday item, and its use in education can enhance learning and open new areas of educational opportunities. This session explores videocasting; outlines the equipment and software needed and its costs; demonstrates how to create, store, and retrieve vodcasts; and examines unique applications of videocasting in postsecondary schools.

Thomas Sewell, Dean
Technical Education
Walters State Community College


Forum Session
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
109, Level One, Nashville Convention Center

Grab your front-row seat to see the latest Microsoft operating system. Experience the new Windows Vista and see how it will help you get the most out of new product features and help you work, live, and enjoy the new digital world. Wait until you see the new tools that will make teaching traditional and online and administrative tasks easier! Participants investigate the many teaching tools encased in Vista such as Vista Movie Maker, the Snipping Tool, Parental Controls, ReadyBoost, Picture Gallery with metadata, Instant Search, and many others. Get ready for an instructor’s high-energy perspective.

Corinne Hoisington, Professor
Information Technology
Central Virginia Community College


Forum Session
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Ryman Room One, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

Five major technology companies formed an Interactive Digital Center (IDC) Consortium to assist colleges and industry partners change the way people learn. IDCs help educators create digitized content development centers, self-sustaining environments that generate revenue, articulation agreements with K-12 institutions to create 3D models, demonstration and faculty and trainer development sites for colleges and business organizations, and simulation-based learning environments that provide interactive, experiential learning experiences. You won’t want to miss the demonstrations of 3D interactive learning!

Marly Bergerud, President
Strategic Alliance Solutions


Special Session
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Music City Ballroom, Level Two, Renaissance Hotel

Innovations in visualized learning have fueled a convergence of technological advancement, acceptance, and advanced learning, and can be effectively connected to online, real-time assessment and other learning modalities using 3D digital objects and other visual assets. Session participants interact with these immersive technologies and become aware of the potential impact of this convergence.

Jamie Justice, Director
Visualized Learning and Innovation
Kentucky Community and Technical College System - KCTCS


Special Session
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Music City Ballroom, Level Two, Renaissance Hotel

As many campuses look forward to catching the next wave of emerging technologies, some faculty members on every campus remain resistant to the integration of technology into their teaching. During this session, the presenters draw on their faculty and administrative experience to suggest strategies for reaching out to faculty members who feel left behind by technology trends, who are skeptical, or who are disgruntled and have had enough.

John O'Brien, President
North Hennepin Community College
Ron Anderson, President
Century College


Special Session
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Music City Ballroom, Level Two, Renaissance Hotel

The escalating migration of information and services to the internet presents the challenge of making websites accessible to all users. A faculty team created an online course to train web developers about assistive technologies and designs that make websites accessible to a variety of users. Session participants learn the steps taken to develop the online accessibility course, the problems encountered, and the solutions reached as the team adapted the course to a new course management system.

Don Amos, Disability Coordinator
Student Services
Pellissippi State Community College


Forum Session
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
Bluegrass, Level Four, Renaissance Hotel

See how St. Petersburg College students have the ability to interact with a 24/7 qualified professional for help at the teachable moment. Participants are provided with a hands-on preview account to see why SMARTHINKING instructional support and tutoring services have been so valuable for St. Petersburg College students. Bring an electronic essay to submit to a tutor for review. Provided are copies of the student and faculty guides used at St. Petersburg College to facilitate the services.

Danny Clark, Instructor
Mathematics
St. Petersburg College
Li-Lee Tunceren, Lead Faculty Associate
Communications and English as a Second Language
St. Petersburg College


Hands-On Lab
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
210, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Emerging technologies have been a wonderful addition to the traditional labs and demonstrations used in science courses. This session presents 25 ways in which educators can use tools and resources to engage science students in traditional face-to-face, blended, and distance learning classes. Emerging learners are familiar with these mediums and tools because they are a part of their culture.

Jeffrey Hamilton, Faculty
College/University Preparation
Lethbridge College
Kelly Oikawa, Faculty
College/University Preparation
Lethbridge College


Forum Session
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
104, Level One, Nashville Convention Center

During this Poster Session, community college educators learn about an exciting 3+1 degree option for community college students. Ashford University (AU) offers online bachelor’s degrees that allow up to 90 community college credits to transfer. AU’s Organizational Management degree has proven to be particularly popular with community college students due to its applicability and concentration option that allows 12 credits of community college work to apply towards the major.

David Vande Pol, Partnership Director
Marketing
Ashford University


Poster Session
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Level One, Lobby, Nashville Convention Center

In a panic over podcasting? Your solution is here! This session is a guide to podcasting and immersive learning. Educators attending this session discover that it has never been easier to create and publish their own podcasts. Provided are examples of podcasts and links to free content.

James Hopper, Chair
Computing Sciences and Information Technology
Johnson County Community College


Hands-On Lab
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
213/214, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

In 2007, international research was conducted to create a detailed description of effective and successful CIOs at higher education institutions. This research builds upon two other studies conducted in 2004 and 2006. By examining CIO attributes, their membership on management teams, an organization’s IT strategy, and the impact a centralized or decentralized IT organization has on CIO effectiveness, this research highlighted the circumstances under which IT leaders, IT departments, and institutions have the best chance of success.

Wayne Brown, Vice President
Extended Education
Excelsior College


Forum Session
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Ryman Room One, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

What happens when faculty are given access to a complete professionally developed online course to use in their own online instruction? Will they use the course as it is? Will they pick and choose pieces of it? Will they reject everything? This session, the third in the presenter’s “Conversations With the Field” series, explores findings from interviews with faculty and administrators who grapple with how and when to use third-party content in online instruction.

Robert Threlkeld, Senior Research Analyst
Online Course Evaluation Project
National Repository of Online Courses


Forum Session
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Belmont Room One, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

There is increasing evidence that emotional connections are central to promoting attention, motivation, and cognition. This is especially critical for online learners who often feel alienated from their educational environment and interactions. Instructional relationships, presence, and immediacy are important methods to help students feel supported and sustain interest in continuing to learn. This session provides strategies to effectively engage online learners, create positive perceptions, focus attention, and help them feel connected to their learning experience.

Tim Kochery, Director
Center for Academic Technology
Hamline University


Roundtable Discussion
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Monday, November 12, 2007
205/206, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

How can instructors really know if students have met course objectives or achieved content area competencies if tests and quizzes are not the main means of assessment? How do instructors move away from using tests and quizzes and develop assessment techniques that measure student knowledge? This session explores course design and assessment and links the two. Participants leave able to design rubrics and authentic assessments that really measure achievement and learning.

Rena Palloff, Faculty and Director
Educational Leadership and Change
Fielding Graduate University
Keith Pratt, Faculty
Business
Capella University


Special Session
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Music City Ballroom, Level Two, Renaissance Hotel

Tired of watching words slowly rise on the screen in PowerPoint? Are your PowerPoint presentations regulated by the FDA as a narcotic? With the newest version of PowerPoint, anything that can be placed in a slide can be animated with little effort, adding greatly to the visual impact of presentations. The facilitator illustrates a basic animation method and participants practice techniques to simulate various multistep processes.

John Thommen, Professor
Center for Teaching Excellence
Lansing Community College


Hands-On Lab
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Monday, November 12, 2007
213/214, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Red River College developed a website for faculty that provides anytime, anywhere online accessibility to teaching and learning resources and other information instructors need to improve their performance. This presentation outlines the collaborative design process and demonstrates SharePoint (communication and collaboration software), SCORE (digital content repository), and the website design. Educators involved in teaching, faculty support, and curriculum development for postsecondary and adult education, as well as academic vice presidents and deans, will be interested in this session.

Craig Edwards, Consultant
Program and Curriculum Development
Red River College


Forum Session
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Belmont Room One, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

Many girls believe technology-related fields are for boys. Research shows that these attitudes and perceptions develop early in the educational process. This interactive presentation delves into why this occurs and proposes how educators can encourage change. Emphasis is on community college and high school initiatives such as high school academy advisory boards, academic contests, and camps to enlighten and reinforce middle school girls' desires to pursue challenging academic programs through high school and beyond.

Frank Lanzer, Department Chair
Engineering
Anne Arundel Community College
Brandi Shepard, Instructor
Architecture and Interior Design
Anne Arundel Community College


Forum Session
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Monday, November 12, 2007
108, Level One, Nashville Convention Center

Why not rejuvenate the teaching-learning connection by getting familiar with students’ technical comfort zone, namely iPods and MP3 players? Learn how to create homemade audio and video podcasts and incorporate them into your courses using iTunes or your course website. With an emphasis on quick, easy, inexpensive, do-it-yourself podcasting techniques, work smarter to improve retention and expand your delivery beyond the text-based and classroom-bound model. You can raise your expectations and engage students eager to learn more.

Susan Crosson, Professor
Business
Santa Fe College
Andy Williams, Dean
Business
Edmonds Community College


Forum Session
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
107, Level One, Nashville Convention Center

We’ve all attended workshops on best practices, but how much more have you gained through your experiences as a student in a poorly implemented online course? McLennan Community College held a forum for faculty members who are themselves currently students in online classes. Their experiences as students have helped them become better online faculty. Come hear about their experiences and share your own as we explore how to use good practices to counter the bad.

Fred Hills, Program Director
Computer Information Systems
McLennan Community College
Richard Leslie, Coordinator
Center for Instructional Design
McLennan Community College


Forum Session
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
Country, Level Four, Renaissance Hotel

Faculty teaching online courses are often looking for ways to engage students beyond simply asking them to respond to discussion questions. The use of techniques such as fishbowls and debates can more fully enliven discussions and create a sense of excitement about the content. Explored during this Roundtable Discussion are various techniques faculty members can use to make online discussion more engaging and exciting and the means by which those interventions can be assessed.

Rena Palloff, Faculty and Director
Educational Leadership and Change
Fielding Graduate University
Keith Pratt, Faculty
Business
Capella University


Roundtable Discussion
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
205/206, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

This presentation is designed for course developers and demonstrates content for U.S. History and American Government from the National Repository of Online Courses (NROC). NROC courses are designed to cover the breadth and depth of topics based on generally accepted national curricula. Explored is how Chattanooga State Community College customized this content for delivery through Desire2Learn as well as by CD-ROM, DVD, and video.

Judy Lowe, Assistant Vice President
Center for Distributed Education
Chattanooga State Community College


Forum Session
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
103, Level One, Nashville Convention Center

Two seasoned online faculty explore the various tools and strategies used to transform online classes into vigorous, interactive, online learning communities. Participants learn how the use of critical-thinking discussions help students not only explore the subject matter, but also allow students to get to know the instructor and fellow students as well, if not better than if they were in a traditional face-to-face classes.

Patrick Conroy, Instructor
Business and Technology
Delgado Community College


Forum Session
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Ryman Room One, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

In today’s IT market, it is not enough to have a competent or even commanding skill set to land that great job. Increasingly, employers are looking for IT workers with strong soft skills and business knowledge. How do we provide students with the edge they need to be successfully employed? The presenters share how their colleges have addressed these needs and welcome participants to share their ideas for incorporating soft skills into business education.

Rachel Desmarais, Vice President
Information Technology
Forsyth Technical Community College


Roundtable Discussion
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
205/206, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

To offer students the highest quality courses taught by the best-trained instructors, Thomas Nelson Community College implemented a comprehensive summer technology program. Camp Connected, an annual campus event, provides instruction for course creation using syllabus templates and learning objects. Camp counselors employ the train-the-trainer model to facilitate the creation of interactive collaborative distance learning courses. This session focuses on how colleges can replicate this experience to produce high-quality courses taught by skilled and motivated online instructors.

Ruth Smith, Director
Distance Learning
Thomas Nelson Community College
Dawn Hayden, Associate Professor
Communication and Humanities
Thomas Nelson Community College
Jan Klingberg, Instructional Designer
Distance Learning
Thomas Nelson Community College


Forum Session
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
109, Level One, Nashville Convention Center

Course participants learn and apply copyright law in the context of digital media as they discover how to find resources that faculty members and students can use. Specific cases are reviewed as participants learn about the public domain. Participants examine why simple searches for media can be ineffective, terms of use on various websites, and websites that offer a large selection of media, including hundreds of thousands of public domain works. Internet searches conducted during the course stimulate discussion, analysis, application of newly learned skills. Participants leave the course with an increased understanding of copyrighted works and new skills for finding media they can use in their courses.

Barbara Waxer, Instructor
Design and Media Arts
Santa Fe Community College


Learning Center Course
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
107, Level One, Nashville Convention Center

The current remix culture complicates traditional understandings of plagiarism and introduces issues of copyright and fair use while changing how students are taught to ethically use materials that belong to other people. The presenters provide an overview of basic copyright law and fair use issues, explore the boundaries between plagiarism and copyright, and discuss a collegewide committee and a new plagiarism policy.

Martine Rife, Instructor
Communication
Lansing Community College
Leslie Farris, Coordinator
Communication
Lansing Community College
Marcy Bauman, Coordinator
Communication
Lansing Community College


Forum Session
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Fisk Room Two, Level Two, Renaissance Hotel

This session delves into why many girls perceive technology to be for boys and proposes one activity that encourages change. A technology camp for middle school girls is a community college initiative to reach beyond high school to a period more critical to the formation of impressions and goals. Be prepared to develop a program to address your specific goals, strengths, and situation. Included are demographic, financial, faculty, and technology considerations.

Frank Lanzer, Department Chair
Engineering
Anne Arundel Community College
Brandi Shepard, Instructor
Architecture and Interior Design
Anne Arundel Community College


Forum Session
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Ryman Room One, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

Using Breeze Meeting as a web-conferencing tool provides faculty and IT participants with virtual meeting and classroom environments for sharing presentations, images, and desktop applications with remote participants. Participants learn how to create and host live conferences using Breeze Meeting, as well as collaboration and archive functions, audio and video broadcasting features, performance, and integration with enterprise applications.

Ramona Coveny, Coordinator
Distance Learning and Instructional Technology
Virginia Western Community College
Carrie Cao, Instructional Technologist
Distance Learning and Instructional Technology
Virginia Western Community College


Hands-On Lab
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Monday, November 12, 2007
213/214, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

This presentation demonstrates how faculty members can leverage technology to enhance students’ learning experience using audio and video. Audio and video lesson content is made available to students using learning objects in a CMS or course webpage using podcasting and video streaming using Windows Media. Session participants learn how the learning objects are created and delivered to the students.

Ken Moss, Instructional Technologist
Educational Technologies
Georgia Perimeter College


Forum Session
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Ryman Room Two, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

This session uses visual facilitation to illustrate how faculty can participate in a distributed authoring model to create high-quality online courses. Explored is a new social authoring model that distributes workloads, provides training, and supports faculty as they work in subject teams to create high-quality, flexible digital course materials. The power of visual communication and collaborative brainstorming is employed to illustrate the components, issues, and techniques of the National Repository of Online Courses’ distributed course development model.

Jessica Everton, Editorial Director
Content Development
National Repository of Online Courses


Forum Session
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Ryman Room One, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

Do your students look bored in class? The presenters found that using personal response instruments, or clickers, increases students’ participation in class. This technology creates an attractive and enticing learning environment. This session begins with a brief discussion about the Learning Innovations Grant where faculty in business and chemistry brought students together to discuss ethics using clickers. Session participants use the clickers to answer questions and learn to create questions on the spot for student input.

Barbara Rosenthal, Professor
Business Administration
Miami Dade College - Kendall Campus
Ana Ciereszko, Instructor
Chemistry, Physics, and Earth Science
Miami Dade College - Kendall Campus


Forum Session
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
108, Level One, Nashville Convention Center

Tired of the mundane, mediocre, multiple-choice madness? Learn how to craft dynamic, technology-driven projects and assessments applicable to any subject area to enable students to develop a creative, interdisciplinary course deliverable. The presenters demonstrate creative technology-driven projects and assessments that allow students to integrate technology and traditional research to deliver distinctive, creative projects, exams, and reports. Participants are introduced to projects that can be easily incorporated into traditional onsite classrooms.

Barbara Monaghan, Instructor
Berkeley College
Fern Hendelman, Professor
Berkeley College


Forum Session
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Fisk Room Two, Level Two, Renaissance Hotel

Roundtable Discussion participants discuss how the World Wide Web offers incomparable opportunities to visualize parallel perspectives underlying world cultures, biases, attitudes, behaviors, and opinions. Explored is a simple methodology employed at Coastline Community College to improve intercultural understanding and the adaptation to and appreciation of the differences. Participants engage in exams that demonstrate the effectiveness of the methodology executed among culturally diverse adults studying a foreign language. Exam results are used to stimulate discussion and discovery.

Katherine Watson, Professor
Distance Learning
Coastline Community College


Roundtable Discussion
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
205/206, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Using a new open-source development tool, a complete course will be designed in less than 60 minutes using information provided by session participants. The facilitators for this session demonstrate how sophisticated courses can be designed using a dynamic process and an innovative development tool. The development software runs off of a simple USB flash drive and is cross-platform compatible.

David Penrose, Manager
Online Services
San Juan College
Marty Hill, Interim Vice President
Learning Technologies
San Juan College


Forum Session
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Ryman Room One, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

When designing online courses, accessibility for all students should be a major consideration. In particular, for educational institutions receiving federal monies, adherence to the Americans with Disabilities Act is essential. Yet, many faculty members do not consider simple design elements that significantly make their online courses more accessible to students with special challenges. Explored during this Roundtable Discussion are design considerations for students having motor, cognitive, hearing, and sight accessibility issues.

Allen Dooley, Professor
Business and Computer Technology
Pasadena City College


Roundtable Discussion
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
205/206, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

A sticky campus is a destination for engaging student learning, socialization, and collaboration. Learn how Bucks County Community College created a practical and inviting learning environment optimizing program needs, learning spaces, and technology. The focus of this session is on building an extension site campus and the renovation of library learning space. The presentation takes into account facilities, technology, teaching and learning, architectural design, and a team-oriented approach to creating a dynamic, engaging campus.

Marilyn Puchalski,
Bucks County Community College
Linda McCann, Director
Library Services
Bucks County Community College
James Sell, Executive Director
Lower Bucks Campus
Bucks County Community College


Forum Session
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
102, Level One, Nashville Convention Center

Are you using or have you considered using calculators or computers in developmental mathematics? Participants in this session discuss the results of research into using calculators and computers and are guided by mathematics professors who have used both. Issues discussed include instructor and student resistance, cost factors for departments and students, instructor training, and time for integration into existing programs. Join us and share your experience and questions.

Tina Cannon, Professor
Mathematics
Chattanooga State Community College


Roundtable Discussion
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
205/206, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

The show must go on even in the aftermath of disaster. Delgado Community College expanded its online curriculum to make education available to its students. The strategy used knowledge blocks, education blocks, fun blocks, searching blocks, testing blocks, and accomplishment blocks for developing dynamic online courses. Participants discuss an online training website developed by instructors who used their expertise in online education to meet the needs of students who were dispersed after Hurricane Katrina.

Ruby Holliday, Professor
Business and Technology
Delgado Community College
Mary Logan, Associate Professor
Business and Technology
Delgado Community College


Forum Session
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
103, Level One, Nashville Convention Center

How can we help students be successful in distance learning? One way is to start with an orientation that includes topics about learning online, basic computer skills, and using a course management system. This Poster Session presents a web-based distance learning orientation that addresses these topics using multimedia tutorials, self-quizzes, and review games. Course instructors can have students complete all of the orientation or just the section that is needed.

Terry Morris, Faculty
Computer Information Systems
Harper College


Poster Session
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Level One, Lobby, Nashville Convention Center

Explore different assessment delivery and reporting options that provide cost-effective assessment management and quick, meaningful results. Learn methods for delivering tests online, offline, via PDAs, or on paper; scoring bubble sheets and online assessments; discouraging cheating with secure browsers and other technologies; managing test center functions; generating, configuring, and distributing reports; integrating assessment software with other systems; and managing large item banks.

Jeff Place, Sales
Questionmark Corporation


Forum Session
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Bluegrass, Level Four, Renaissance Hotel

Do you wish you could do more data analysis, but can’t afford a commercial relational database management system? Learn how to create your own web-based data management applications such as online surveys, faculty rosters, and ticketing systems using free and open-source software tools. Provided are an overview of open-source software options and licensing issues. Demonstrated are homegrown data management applications, a help-desk contact management system, online surveys, and a faculty roster system.

Jason Green, Coordinator
Learning Resource Center
Dyersburg State Community College


Forum Session
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Monday, November 12, 2007
108, Level One, Nashville Convention Center

Explore the new features of Dreamweaver, the leading web development tool. This session leads participants through the creation of a simple website, incorporating text, images, and Flash text and video. Tips are provided for teaching Dreamweaver in the classroom. Bring a USB storage device on which to save your files. This session is presented at the beginner level.

Sherry Bishop, Instructor
Information Technology
North Arkansas College


Hands-On Lab
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
210, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

This session outlines the contents of Little Big Horn College’s new e-commerce course that other educators may want to consider offering at their colleges. The course provides the fundamental guidelines for individuals to follow as they consider taking their businesses online. Students with this knowledge will be sought out when they enter the job market. Session participants discuss a webquest and receive handouts helpful in creating a vibrant e-commerce experience for students.

Linda Brown, Instructor
Computer Science
Little Big Horn College


Poster Session
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Level One, Lobby, Nashville Convention Center

Conveying scientific principles in the online environment requires innovative approaches. The presenters developed an integrated environment that includes virtual hands-on experiences, adaptive-learning animations in course modules, and carefully constructed discussion topics that promote critical thinking skills. Demonstrations show how course content is aligned with national science literacy standards, directed at developing student understanding of core concepts, and constructed to fully embrace the technological advantages of online course delivery.

Debra McLaughlin, Academic Director
Sciences and Environmental Management
University of Maryland University College


Hands-On Lab
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
210, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Communicating clear course outcomes, performance standards, and learning and assessment activities are all part of the day-to-day work of an instructor. Informing learners up front about expectations is critical to their empowerment and engagement. Learn how an instructor modified his teaching approach to build better assessments and how learners responded. See the software tool used to create, organize, and develop key performance-based curriculum documents for learners. Learn how the process is being replicated in other courses.

Robin Nickel, Associate Director
Worldwide Instructional Design System
Worldwide Instructional Design System


Forum Session
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
103, Level One, Nashville Convention Center

The transitioning of college programs from traditional face-to-face delivery to blended delivery using technology does not happen without planning. The SAIT Polytechnic departments of business and hospitality and tourism have been able to maintain synergy throughout the transition to blended delivery over time and across multiple departments. Participants in this session learn about the principles and processes used in the transition and discuss common planning pitfalls relating to the implementation of technology initiatives.

Wayne Hunter, Curriculum Coordinator
Hospitality and Tourism
SAIT Polytechnic


Forum Session
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Ryman Room One, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

Are you looking for new ideas for engaging your students in active learning? If so, you may want to consider the possibility of using online resources to facilitate collaborative activities. Educators attending this session learn about a number of websites that allow students to create and share group projects, including papers and spreadsheets for group editing.

Carol Helton, Director
Graduate Studies
Tennessee Board of Regents


Roundtable Discussion
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
205/206, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Are you interested in learning about interesting ways to incorporate interactive exercises into your online courses? Come and see some novel approaches to delivering information to distance learners that are adaptable to any discipline. Participants leave with great ideas about how to increase interactivity in their online courses to promote more effective student learning. This session will particularly benefit faculty members and instructional designers who understand the importance of providing interactive exercises to online learners.

Patricia Daron, Professor
Biology
Northern Virginia Community College
Shaoyu Chi, Instructional Designer
Extended Learning Institute
Northern Virginia Community College


Roundtable Discussion
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
205/206, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Roundtable Discussion participants first explore the explosion of alternative delivery and distance education options at a Midwestern community college before embarking on an intellectual, theory-based discussion about the benefits and shortcomings of online education. Considered are how much technology is too much, whether using technology improves learning, whether using technology makes for better instructors, and whether instructors’ time can be better spent teaching rather than keeping up with technological advancements.

Mari Miller Burns, Professor
Speech Communication
Iowa Lakes Community College


Roundtable Discussion
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
205/206, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Adjunct faculty members are hired to meet course demands. But how do you ensure that adjunct faculty members are able to teach effectively? Participants in this Roundtable Discussion examine how one computer graphic arts program hires highly qualified art teachers to support its growing program. Discussed are which new methods of screening adjuncts work and which methods do not work.

Mary Malinconico, Assistant Professor/program Coordinator
Computer Graphic Arts
Gloucester County College


Roundtable Discussion
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Monday, November 12, 2007
205/206, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Presence online can be defined as the way in which participants present themselves as real people. There is greater possibility for a sense of loss among online learners: loss of contact, loss of connection, and a resultant sense of isolation. Recent research regarding online teaching and learning points to the critical component of faculty presence in online courses and its relationship to successful course outcomes and learner satisfaction. Course participants, working in small groups, have the opportunity to think about and work with their own sense of presence online and practice techniques they can use in their online courses. By the conclusion of this course, participants have written an introductory letter to their students and created an ice-breaker activity designed to begin the process of establishing presence.

Rena Palloff, Faculty and Director
Educational Leadership and Change
Fielding Graduate University
Keith Pratt, Faculty
Business
Capella University


Learning Center Course
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
104, Level One, Nashville Convention Center

Integrating the use of distance technology and hybrid classes to extend the reach of occupational programs presents a unique set of challenges for many rural and small colleges. This discussion, led by two accounting instructors, explores how they have increased student retention, improved completion rates, reduced costs, and increased revenue on four campuses they serve using distance and hybrid delivery methods.

Jeanene Jones, Professor
Business Technology
Coastal Bend College
Elden Price, Professor
Business Technology
Coastal Bend College


Roundtable Discussion
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
205/206, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Websites such as Facebook and MySpace have exploded in popularity as students use these websites to meet new friends, keep in touch with old friends, and voice their opinions. Many students don’t realize the dangers of these kinds of blogs where anyone with a college email address can access their personal lives. Session participants learn how social websites such as Facebook work, consider the kinds of information students are revealing, and discuss the current controversies surrounding Facebook. Participants also discuss the implications of using Facebook in postsecondary classrooms.

Kit Frankenfield, Specialist and Adjunct Professor
Technology and English
Johnson County Community College


Special Session
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Music City Ballroom, Level Two, Renaissance Hotel

The presenters share challenges and advantages involved in the Lethbridge College Blended Learning Project where multimedia practicum students and college instructors mutually redesigned courses for blended or online delivery. Discussed are the advantages of bringing instructors and learners together to maximize social interaction and collaborative problem solving. This approach is an application of the cognitive apprenticeship model, but with a twist, since masters and apprentices constantly change roles to define processes and create learning content.

Karen Harker, Consultant
Curriculum and Instruction
Lethbridge College
Clayton Snyder,
Lethbridge College


Forum Session
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Belmont Room One, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

Participants learn about easy-to-use, free, or inexpensive tools for constructing interesting online instruction and how to apply sound instructional design principles when using these tools. Demonstrated is constructing a simple web presence using NVU, a complete web-authoring system; using a webcam with Logitech and Yahoo! to communicate in real-time with students, editing graphics and photographs with Picasa; constructing an online quiz with Hot Potatoes; and developing an easy-to-use demonstration using Camtasia.

James Patterson, Professor
Mathematics
Paradise Valley Community College


Forum Session
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Ryman Room One, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

Learn about how to use AMSER, a free online library created with National Science Foundation funding for community and technical college faculty and staff. Math, science, and engineering educators and trainers will benefit from this exploration of AMSER’s tools and resources. Participants receive materials to aid in using AMSER in classrooms, as well as access to training materials they can use for sharing information about AMSER in professional development or faculty and staff trainings.

Rachael Bower, Co-director
Computer Science
Internet Scout University of Wisconsin Madison
Edward Almasy, Researcher
Compute Science Department
University of Wisconsin-Madison


Forum Session
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
109, Level One, Nashville Convention Center

Want to get your classroom materials online? Camtasia Studio screen recording software makes it possible to improve teaching materials in the classroom and online. This session teaches participants how to create and post their own materials and make videos available to students 24/7 so that the learning never stops. This session is designed to provide hands-on learning experience with recording, editing, and sharing videos online using Camtasia Studio.

Tim Tewalt, Instructor
Teaching and Learning
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Rich Boys, Product Manager
Marketing
TechSmith


Hands-On Lab
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
211/212, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

In today’s college classrooms there are at least five generations of learners represented, each with distinctive learning styles. How can faculty and administrators meet these multiple needs in technology-enhanced learning environments? Session participants learn about implementation strategies designed to help faculty engage the variety of learners found in their classrooms. In addition, participants learn about successful institutional strategies to support faculty and learners while differentiating their college from others in today’s competitive environment.

Gordon Nixon, Vice President
Academic
SAIT Polytechnic
Marion Hill, Instructor
Business
SAIT Polytechnic


Forum Session
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
108, Level One, Nashville Convention Center

As the web evolves, there are more interactive and immersive environments. Kentucky faculty members are becoming interested in these new technologies, but the killer application has not yet arrived. Find out how Kentucky faculty members have presented Facebook, Flickr, del.icio.us, and RSS feeds and explored Second Life. Come help us discuss how today’s faculty members can reach the networked students of tomorrow. Participants build a support network that helps them make their faculty more aware of the virtual landscape.

Tiana French, Librarian
Bluegrass Community and Technical College - KCTCS
Patrick Davison, Reference Librarian
Library
Hazard Community and Technical College - KCTCS


Forum Session
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Belmont Room One, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is meeting the challenge of a regional shortage of job-ready technicians in business and industry. The college GEO-ITECH partnership funded by the U.S. Department Of Labor provides learning solutions in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology. Educators attending this session learn how a demand-driven development system in postsecondary career and technical programs offer GIS skills for everyday business needs. A cooperative learning exercise will benefit participants exploring how GIS could enhance selected programs.

Sean Hodges, Director
Community Campus
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College


Forum Session
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Sunday, November 11, 2007
108, Level One, Nashville Convention Center

Participants learn to master the approach of getting experienced faculty to lead their departments into the future. Learn how to make retraining and retooling attractive. Through this interactive session, learn the techniques for persuading those instructors on the leading edge to reach back and recruit colleagues into growth and development of new skills. The facilitators of this session demonstrate the realities of transforming those faculty members who say “No” into individuals who say “I want more.”

James Baker, Dean
Educational Technology Services
San Jacinto College District
Patricia Petty, Professor
Math
San Jacinto College - North Campus


Roundtable Discussion
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
205/206, Level Two, Nashville Convention Center

Training instructors to teach online has been compared to herding cats. The challenges may seem overwhelming, but the Iowa Community College Online Consortium (ICCOC) has developed a strategy for dealing with these challenges that integrates traditional training methods with collaboration and mentoring programs. Using case studies, this session provides participants with the opportunity to share their success and struggles. In addition, presenters share examples ICCOC best practices, strategies, and worksheets for training online teachers.

Gretchen Bartelson, Dean
Distance Education
Northwest Iowa Community College
Ann Jenkins,
Western Iowa Tech Community College


Forum Session
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
Ryman Room One, Level Three, Renaissance Hotel

Accelerated learning programs and courses are geared toward teaching the whole person. Accelerated course design includes a comprehensive learning environment encompassing a wide variety of creative instructional methods and techniques based on how people learn best. Research indicates that accelerated learning techniques enhance retention and performance and that students using accelerated learning methods are more effective learners. Session participants view instructional design examples illustrating the comprehensive learning environment that encompasses a wide range of creative instructional methods.

Ann Jenkins,
Western Iowa Tech Community College


Poster Session
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Level One, Lobby, Nashville Convention Center

This session demonstrates three tools that help increase faculty use of online assessments. Learn how to use Respondus to create assessments offline, import existing questions from MS Word, and publish assessments directly to ANGEL, Blackboard, eCollege, or WebCT courses. Also, learn ow to use Respondus LockDown Browser to prevent cheating within a CMS testing environment. Learn how to use StudyMate to easily create self-assessments and games for online courses or iPods.

Shea Ramquist, Manager
Sales
Respondus


Forum Session
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Monday, November 12, 2007
Bluegrass, Level Four, Renaissance Hotel