Online Conferences: Professional Development for a Networked Era Summary
Online Conferences: Professional Development for a Networked Era
April 11-22, 2011 | SCoPE discussion
Description
"Online conferences offer an effective alternative that is economical, environmentally friendly and convenient. These factors position online professional conferences as poised to emerge as a mainstream form of lifelong learning in all professions."
If you haven't been involved in organizing an online conference you have probably participated in one. What contributes to the success of an online conference? How can we improve the experience for all participants?
During this 2-week book discussion we will share experiences and advice on how to plan or participate effectively in an online professional development conference.
Webinars
Monday, April 11, 10:00 PDT - Elluminate recording | chat transcript
Participation
Facilitators : Lynn Anderson & Terry Anderson
Moderator: Sylvia Currie
Forum Participants:
- Dick Heller
- Don McIntosh
- Joyce McKnight
- Maria Droujkova
- Mauri Collins
- Dr. Nellie Deutsch
- Nicholas Bowskill
- Paul Beaufait
- Paul Stacey
- Pheo Martin
- Sue Wolff
- Susan Lister
- Susan Stewart
- Tony Carr
- Vance Stevens
Webinar Participants:
- Amy S
- Anoush Margaryan
- Barbara Lindsey
- Caterina
- Chris
- George Siemens
- Jenny Mackness
- Joyce McKnight
- Liane Sousa
- Nancy White
- Susan Stewart
Resources
- Anderson, L. & Anderson, T. (2009). Online professional development conferences: An effective, economical and eco-friendly option. Canadian Journal of Learning and Technology 35(2).
- Anderson, T. (1996). The virtual conference: Extending professional education in cyberspace(PDF) International Journal of Educational Telecommunications, 2(2/3), 121-135.
- Forum contributions mentioning resources