EDUCAUSE Annual Conference 2015
Proceedings
Seminar 2P - Working with Emerging Technologies to Promote Engaging Learning (separate registration required)

Seminar 2P - Working with Emerging Technologies to Promote Engaging Learning (separate registration required)

Working with Emerging Technologies to Promote Engaging Learning

Abstract: This dynamic preconference seminar features 12 speakers who will each present their approach to effectively working with emerging technologies to support teaching and learning. The session begins with a brief overview of emerging technology trends and will continue with segments on how to support evidence-based emerging technology work, and with examples of effective emerging technologies being used or piloted today. The seminar also includes two discussion sessions with members of the 7 Things You Should Know About… publication advisory team and with those working with 3D Printers, Makerspaces, and BYOD initiatives.

3:00-3:30 PM
Introduction from the EDUCAUSE Learning Initiative
Veronica Diaz, Director, Online Programs, EDUCAUSE, Associate Director, EDUCAUSE Learning Initiative

Building an Emerging Technology and Futures Capacity in Your Organization
Bryan Alexander, Bryan Alexander Consulting, LLC

3:30-4:10 PM
3D Printers, Makerspaces, and Bring Your Own Device: Discussions with Emerging Tech Leaders
Deone Zell, Senior Director, Academic Technology, California State University, Northridge
Eric Kunnen, Associate Director of eLearning and Emerging Technologies, Grand Valley State University
John Grout, Dean, Campbell School of Business, Berry College

4:10-4:25 PM: Break

4:25-5:10 PM
How to Work with Emerging Technologies: Discussion with Members of the 7 Things You Should Know About… Publication Advisory Group
Allan Gyorke, Chief Academic Technology Officer, University of Miami
Andrew Bonamici, Associate Dean for Media and Instructional Services, University of Oregon
Kelvin Thompson, Associate Director, Center for Distributed Learning, University of Central Florida
Alisa Cooper, English Faculty, Assistant Chair/eCourses Coordinator, Glendale Community College

5:10-5:25 PM: Break

5:25-5:55 PM
Demonstrating the Impact of Emerging Technologies on Student Success
Kyle Bowen, Director of Education Technology Services, The Pennsylvania State University

5:55-6:00 PM
Closing comments and Wrap-Up
Veronica Diaz, Director, Online Programs, EDUCAUSE, Associate Director, EDUCAUSE Learning Initiative

Presenters

Bryan Alexander

Senior Scholar, Georgetown University
Andrew Bonamici
Kyle Bowen

Deputy CIO, Arizona State University
Alisa Cooper

English Faculty, Glendale Community College
John Grout
Allan Gyorke

Deputy CIO, University of Miami
Eric Kunnen

Senior Director, IT Innovation + Research, Grand Valley State University
Kelvin Thompson

Vice Provost for Online Strategy and Teaching Innovation, University of Louisville
Deone Zell

Associate Vice President, Academic Technology, California State University, Northridge