Distance Learning Interest Group (DLIG)
Workshops

Spring 2007 Workshop
Distance Learning and Libraries: Generational Techniques and Emerging Technologies

Focusing on the roles that libraries play in successful distance learning programs, this year's spring workshop is Distance Learning and Libraries: Generational Techniques and Emerging Technologies. The workshop will be held Friday, June 15, 2007, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Bowling Green State University-Firelands Campus, Cedar Point Center (One University Dr., Huron, OH 44839) [Campus Map -- Cedar Point Center is on the South side of campus).

Workshop Speakers

Georgene Johson, Director of Library Services at Washington State Community College

What a Difference a Generation Makes: How to maximize performance and job satisfaction for Veterans, Boomers, Gen Xers, and Nexters.

Brian Gray, Engineering, Mathematics and Statistics Librarian, Case Western Reserve University

Second Life is a 3-D virtual world that is built by the participants rather than a handful of paid programmers. Organizations have tapped this virtual environment to offer classes, conduct research, collaborate on projects, and offer an alternative to traveling to traditional meetings or conferences.

Dr. Deanna Romano, Assistant Professor, Educational Technology, Ashland University

WebConferencing enables instructors to deliver that personal touch of sharing the relationship between concepts and practice with voice, video and personalities. This presentation will discuss the use of WebConferencing and the various tools available.

Registration

Registration is $45.00 (includes continental breakfast, lunch, sessions, and materials) and the deadline for registration is June 13, 2007. Registration form and workshop flyer: PDF format or MS Publisher format.

For More Information Contact:

Kathryn Venditti

(419) 289-5427
kvenditt@ashland.edu

Melanie Smith

(330) 972-7047
melani6@uakron.edu