December 3, 2008, to be held at Union College
Speaker: Bryan Alexander from NITLE
Co-sponsored by Union College.
A morning session will focus on libraries, and attendees are welcome to stay for the more academic-centered afternoon session.
December 3, 2008 : 115 F.W. Olin Center, Union College
Schenectady, NY
General Session: 9:00 am – Noon : Academic Session: 1:30 pm – 4:40 pm
Cyberculture is advancing rapidly, with teaching and research constantly taking advantage of emerging technologies. Bryan will explore Web 2.0, gaming, and mobile computing in libraries and education. The morning program will conclude with a glimpse at emergent syntheses, such as Web 3.0, augmented reality, and new forms of storytelling.
The afternoon session will focus on emerging technologies in academia, including social networking & collaboration tools, video (vodcasting/podcasting; “Ted” talks; YouTube; grassroots video); mash-ups; mobile and wireless; and gaming.
Note: 115 Olin Center has wireless available. You are invited to bring your laptop for interactive use during the presentation.
Registration deadline is November 25, 2008.