Concurrent Sessions 1 Monday, April 30, 2012 10 - United States ...

Presented by: Darcy Christianson (University of Phoenix)
Constituency: K-12/HE
This presentation discusses technologies and techniques for the busy online educator. The presentation provides
demonstrations of some lesser-known computer and common program shortcuts, reviews useful software to consider, and
shares example approaches of some fun, clever techniques to help keep the online educator efficient as well as effective.
Salon G
The Development and Impact of a Virtual Writing Lab
Presented by: Carl Hoagland, William Klein, and Christopher Schott (University of Missouri – St. Louis)
Constituency: HE
Multi-user virtual environments (MUVE) are increasingly examined for their educational effectiveness. Recently, the
University of Missouri—St.Louis (UMSL) opened its Second Life Writing Center (SLWC), a venue where university
students receive guidance with their writing. This presentation will describe the development, implementation and initial
research about the Center.
Grand Suites 1
Beyond Google and Bing: Mining the Internet
Presented by: Carrie Levin and Ray Schroeder (University of Illinois Springfield)
Constituency: ALL
Google and Bing dominate the search engine marketplace, but they are not the only – and in some cases not the best –
research tools available. We will examine the range of Internet search tools that are available with an emphasis on those
that will best serve those in education.
Grand Suites 2
Desktop Video Conferencing Success Stories in K–12 Education
Presented by: Linda Dickeson (Lincoln Public Schools)
Constituency: K-12
In early 2011, Lincoln Public Schools implemented the infrastructure to support video conferencing on the desktop, first
with laptops and then adding mobile devices. See what surprising successful uses have evolved that support teaching,
learning and professional growth, and how the district will realize significant savings in time and mileage.
Broadway 1
Strategic Planning for Distance Learning in the Department of Defense
Presented by: David Magill (Naval War College)
Constituency: HE/COR/GOV/MIL
In 1999, the Department of Defense released its strategic plan for distance learning initiatives within the department.
Authorized by Congress, this was an ongoing collaborative effort between Defense, other Federal agencies, and private
industry. This presentation assesses results achieved and considers the future of DL in DoD.
Broadway 2
Teaching Ethics Online, Ethically
Presented by: Lynn Akin (Texas Woman’s University)
Constituency: K-12/HE/COR/GOV
Current media scrutiny of ethics and ethical transgressions is mainstream and intensive. Teaching ethics online provides a
foundation for process and practice. Session participants will define ethics, identify best practices in teaching ethics
online, review relevant teaching methods such as blogs and e-debates, and choose effective online assessments.