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Track 7An Integrated Approach to Computer and Information LiteracyWednesday, November 05, 2003 Linda Ehley, Professor of Computing and Information Technology, Alverno College Alverno College has developed an integrated curriculum approach to computer/information literacy. This approach identifies entering students who do not have basic computer skills, details strategies for quick improvement of skills, provides a comprehensive program for continuous improvement in computer/information literacy, and provides a mechanism for assessing these skills. Collaborate Your Way "Outside the Box": A Case StudyWednesday, November 05, 2003 David Bradley, Web Programmer, California State University, Long Beach Sherna Berger Gluck, Director, Oral History Program, Dept of History, California State University, Long Beach Nancy Rayner, Coordinator, Development Projects, Academic Computing Services, California State University, Long Beach CSULB oral history faculty wished to provide students and researchers with direct, immediate access to valuable collections of audio interviews. Collaboration with technology staff on site design and decisions for streaming and middleware technologies led to what is being hailed as the prototype for future oral history Web sites. Cutting the Cord: Wireless Networking Made HardThursday, November 06, 2003 John M. Denune, Technology Security Officer, San Diego State University James P. Frazee, Director, Instructional Technology Services, San Diego State University John B. Ross, Academic Affairs IT Coordinator, San Diego State University In deploying wireless on a large campus, concerns about security, usability, support, and integration with the curriculum emerge. This presentation offers a road map around the technical, procedural, and political pitfalls inherent to creating a campus-wide wireless network. Presenters will discuss a project to provide wireless network access in the library and the challenges they faced. Follow the Code of the WebThursday, November 06, 2003 Jean M. Neff, Information Resource Consultant, University of Delaware Ron Nichols, Jr., Manager, Client Support & Services, University of Delaware How can we get students, faculty, and staff to see how their behavior affects their own computers, the network, and other users? UD uses a campaign featuring the university's mascot to shape computing behavior and to lead users to the information they need to teach themselves how to compute responsibly. Rethinking, Redesigning, and Regenerating Software Support for StudentsFriday, November 07, 2003 Judy Doherty, Director, Student Technology Resource Group, Colgate University Can students go to a service desk and get one-on-one help with software? Is that help delivered by Microsoft-certified staff? Is the service offered in computing facilities and the library? Can those services be implemented without increasing your budget or adding staff? The answer is "yes." Come find out how. Security Training and Awareness on a BudgetWednesday, November 05, 2003 Calvin Weeks, President, Calvin Weeks & Associates, LLC The University of Oklahoma is embracing online security benefits through an education program that teaches physical and system security precautions, establishes realistic expectations, and decreases the overall cost of securing an enterprise network by teaching users to share best practices with peers and by improving security in the workplace and in home work environments. Staff Development: The Whole PackageWednesday, November 05, 2003 Denise Eltouny, Manager, Yale School of Medicine Training Department, Yale University Susan Grajek, Senior Director, ITS Client Support, Yale University Learn about the Yale Medical School IT department's comprehensive staff development program with its (1) focus on processes and tools (including goal setting, execution and assessment for skills training, personal growth, team building, and organizational knowledge), (2) spotlight on personal growth and self-awareness development, and (3) the latest trends in performance assessment." Student Consultants: Unleash the PowerFriday, November 07, 2003 David A. Cox, Technology Director, Learning & Scholarly Technologies, University of Washington Karalee A. Woody, Director of Operations, University of Washington The Educational Partnerships and Learning Technologies (EPLT) at the University of Washington designs, installs, and maintains computing labs; offers workshops and technical assistance; and works on community technology initiatives. This presentation will give an overview of programs, technological advances, funding sources, and the role SACG plays in UW's overall learning technologies strategy. TechKnowFile.03: Building CommunITyFriday, November 07, 2003 Paul Ruppert, Director, Integrated Client Services, University of Toronto Debbie Stewart, Director, Telecommunications, University of Toronto Showcasing an institution's technology and knowledge should not be the exclusive domain of international forums such as EDUCAUSE. Learn how the University of Toronto created an information technology forum and exposition to showcase talent and innovative solutions, with surprising support and impact from the very top of the organization right down to the grassroots. Ubiquitous Mobile Computing: A Foundation in the Academic InfrastructureThursday, November 06, 2003 Sarah Anderson, Music Librarian, United States Army Jane Hammer, Asst Professor, Business and Information Technology, Valley City State University Daniel McRoberts, Asst Professor, Communication Arts & Social Science, Valley City State University Gary Thompson, Professor, Education & Psychology, Valley City State University Joe Tykwinski, Chief Information Officer, Valley City State University Learn how students benefit from ubiquitous mobile computing and how it influences the academic environment. A diverse panel will provide student, faculty, and IT staff perspectives. Presenter explanations and video documentaries will illustrate student use of mobile computing and associated technologies. Examples include classroom activities, hybrid learning, and digital portfolios. |
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