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Acquiring a Sense of Metaphor: A Distance Learning Experience [Concurrent]
Susan Hunsinger-Hoff, Germantown Academy with Phy Chauveau
Tuesday, 6/28/2005, 2:00pm–3:00pm
See how fifth graders, using Blackboard, come to understand themselves as thinkers, writers, and “social animals” grappling with the many pressures placed on them today.
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Building Vibrant Online Communities Of Learning [Concurrent]
Gail Kennedy, Montgomery County Intermediate Unit with Diane Thomson
Wednesday, 6/29/2005, 2:00pm–3:00pm
One of the biggest strengths of the Internet is connecting people together. See how we have used Elluminate Web conferencing tools for professional development.
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Digital Learning Network: Reaching NASA's Stars! [Concurrent]
Lea Bentley Castillo, NASA Johnson Space Center with Bob Starr
Wednesday, 6/29/2005, 3:30pm–4:30pm
Join NASA's DLN to connect interactively with a NASA astronaut/scientist. Learn firsthand about the vision for space exploration. Earth, Moon, Mars, and Beyond! (Exhibitor-sponsored session)
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Distance Learning for Education with Streaming Video over IP Networks [Concurrent]
Rich Mavrogeanes, VBrick Systems
Thursday, 6/30/2005, 1:30pm–2:30pm
Audio-visual carts are a thing of the past, or they should be. Television in schools can now easily travel across existing data networks, live-and-stored, one-way and two-way. (Exhibitor-sponsored, commercial content)
 

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Face-to-Face and Online Programs: Anticipating Trends and Preparing for the Future [Concurrent]
Celina Byers, Bloomsburg University with Michael Hoadley, Timothy Phillips and Jon Young
Tuesday, 6/28/2005, 3:30pm–4:30pm
Five academicians with vast, divergent experience in technology-enhanced education constitute a panel of experts anchoring discussion of the most important paradigm shift of our time.

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Instant Messaging Makes It Real: Social Glue for Online Learning [Concurrent]
Paul Sparks, Pepperdine University with Debby Kilburn
Tuesday, 6/28/2005, 12:30pm–1:30pm
Learn how instant messaging has become a transformational tool, leading to student-directed communities that support each other and drive online learning to new levels. (Exhibitor-sponsored session)
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Moodle: An Open Source Alternative for Online Learning [Concurrent]
Timothy Williams, Manheim Township School District
Tuesday, 6/28/2005, 3:30pm–4:30pm
Take advantage of open source software to provide a robust online learning environment. Created by an educator for educators, Moodle allows for cost-effective Web-based learning.

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Online College Degree Programs: Current and Future issues [Concurrent]
Kenneth Hartman, Drexel e-Learning (Drexel University) with William Lynch
Wednesday, 6/29/2005, 11:00am–12:00pm
This session will examine current issues (federal oversight), quality control, competition, etc.) and future opportunities for students considering an online degree and/or certification program.

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Online Learning Implementation: Steps for Success [Concurrent]
Janet Herdman, North Kansas City Schools with Leigh Anne Taylor Knight and Marla Walker
Tuesday, 6/28/2005, 8:30am–9:30am
Come see a collaborative model to implementing a successful online program. Specific strategies and timelines for topics including blended courses, student enrollment, and training.
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Online Learning: Myths, Truths, Inspiring Successes, Surprising Research, Practical Guidelines [Concurrent]
Maureen Yoder, Lesley University
Wednesday, 6/29/2005, 12:30pm–1:30pm
Explore outstanding online learning opportunities for you and your students. Learn how to be an effective online learner, collaborator, and facilitator--and enjoy the experience.

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Rural Schools Pool Resources to Deliver Online Learning [Concurrent]
Jed Friedrichsen, blendedschools.net with Mark Gensimore and Anothony Labriola
Wednesday, 6/29/2005, 12:30pm–1:30pm
Faced with challenges of delivering 21st century instruction and cyber schools, 80 school districts created a consortium for delivering training, online courses, and Blackboard access.
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Rural versus Urban Districts and IVC: Any Real Difference? [Concurrent]
Charice Black, Utah Education Network with Cathy Beal and Sheryl Hulmston
Thursday, 6/30/2005, 10:30am–11:30am
Are the benefits and challenges of distance education different in rural and urban settings? A panel of Utah distance learning educators discusses the issues of both.

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So Far, Yet So Close: Virtual Teachers and Students Connect [Concurrent]
Earl Grier, Connections Academy with Kathy Dinse, Judy Miller, Marcie Mulligan and Ryan Mulligan
Tuesday, 6/28/2005, 8:30am–9:30am
Virtual teaching requires new skills but offers wonderful rewards: engaged students whose learning never stops! Hear all about it from teachers and kids who know.
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Innovating Together: K-12 Education and Blackboard [Corporate CEO Spotlight]
Michael Chasen, Blackboard Inc with Patrick Supanc
Tuesday, 6/28/2005, 3:30pm–4:30pm
Join Michael Chasen, CEO, Blackboard Inc., to explore how Blackboard is enhancing professional development, supporting student/parent engagement, and individualizing student instruction. (Sponsored by Blackboard Inc.)
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Become a Researcher: Distance Learning at the Alaska SeaLife Center [K-12 IVC Showcase]
Dana Sitzler, Alaska SeaLife Center
Tuesday, 6/28/2005, 1:00pm–1:30pm
Why are Steller Sea Lions declining? Join us in Alaska thru our hands-on, research-based programs using 2-way interactive video to find out.

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Distance Learning: Accessing a Rainforest, Archaeology Dig, and Astrophysical Observatory [K-12 IVC Showcase]
Carol Woolbright, Southeast Kansas Education Service Center with Josh Cochran and Lisa Pride
Tuesday, 6/28/2005, 2:00pm–2:30pm
Learn about ecology from a rainforest, scientific investigation from an archaeology dig, and the solar system from an astrophysical observatory during this interactive videoconference.

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Distance Learning Brings the Columbus Zoo to You! [K-12 IVC Showcase]
Becky Nellis, Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
Thursday, 6/30/2005, 9:00am–9:30am
Visit the Columbus Zoo without leaving your classroom! Join us to discover how these programs provide an integrated curriculum experience that addresses national academic standards.
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Distance Learning with the Museum of TV & Radio [K-12 IVC Showcase]
Scott Frank, Museum of Television and Radio
Tuesday, 6/28/2005, 11:00am–11:30am
With 150,000 different TV and Radio shows, videoconferencing with the MT&R allows you to add another dimension to teaching almost any topic.

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Explore, Experience, and Expand Electronic Field Trips with Online Curriculum Tools [K-12 IVC Showcase]
Ross Graham, Ball State University with Mark Kornmann and Brandon Smith
Thursday, 6/30/2005, 10:00am–10:30am
Imagine your students learning geology, space travel, daily decision making, storytelling, or baseball with online interactive games, activities, lesson plans, and electronic field trips. (Exhibitor-sponsored session, commercial content)
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Introduction to the Great Barrier Reef Videoconferencing [K-12 IVC Showcase]
Fred Nucifora, Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authoritry with Carolyn Duncan
Wednesday, 6/29/2005, 4:15pm–4:45pm
Experience the Great Barrier Reef. Be virtually transported to the world’s largest living coral reef aquarium. Speak live to a scuba diver.

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RAVEN: National Aviary Soars into Classrooms [K-12 IVC Showcase]
Cathy Schlott, The National Aviary
Tuesday, 6/28/2005, 3:00pm–3:30pm
Learn how to integrate multiple technologies into distance learning. RAVEN goes beyond static fixed-camera presentations, with its mobile robot, multimedia library, and fixed and handheld cameras.

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That Was Fun! Integrating Activities for Distance Learning Success [K-12 IVC Showcase]
Roger Zender, HealthSpace Cleveland with Tom Bills and Lee Gambol
Tuesday, 6/28/2005, 10:00am–10:30am
Engaging activities that promote inquiry are the keys to success in student learning of health and science during interactive videoconferencing with HealthSpace Cleveland.

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Elementary Blogging: Connecting Writers and Technology through Read2Write [Poster]
Jeanne A. Kimball, Oxford Central School with Bridget Carvajal, Karen Conklin, Heather Dowd and Denise Weston
Tuesday, 6/28/2005, 1:30pm–3:30pm
Elementary teachers created the Read2Write Program by providing monthly author visits. Students were connected with authors around the United States through blogging to support writing.

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Hands across the Digital Divide: A Houston-Milwaukee Learning Partnership [Poster]
Jo Beth Harris, Houston Independent School District with Sherlyn Brown and George Browne
Thursday, 6/30/2005, 10:00am–12:00pm
This session will demonstrate how two school districts came together to provide an online learning alternative for at-risk inner-city students

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Maryland Ed Tech Partnerships: Providing Online Opportunities for Teachers and Students [Poster]
Robert Cole, Carroll County (Maryland) Public Schools with Ryan Imbriale, Thea Jones and Sheila LoCastro
Wednesday, 6/29/2005, 1:30pm–3:30pm
Learn about the work of three Maryland Ed Tech partnerships which integrated a learning management system with online teacher assessments, student courses, and professional development.

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NASA Materials to Rocket You to New Discoveries [Poster]
Sharon Bowers, National Institute of Aerospace
Tuesday, 6/28/2005, 1:30pm–3:30pm
Learn about NASA videos, Web sites, and distance learning opportunities that deepen math and science instruction through best practices and standards-based curriculum.
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Universal Design of Distance Learning [Poster]
Lyla Crawford, University of Washington with Doug Hayman, Don Helling and Terry Thompson
Tuesday, 6/28/2005, 10:00am–12:00pm
Using the Internet to deliver distance learning has the potential of reaching everyone, including instructors and students with a wide range of abilities and disabilities.

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An Analysis of Asynchronous Discussion Forums: Value-Added? [Research Paper (Roundtable)]
Michele Dornisch, Long Island University with Blanca Bowman
Tuesday, 6/28/2005, 2:00pm–3:00pm
If used effectively by students, computer-mediated communication (CMC) enhances traditional classroom learning. This presentation uses social network and discourse analyses to evaluate the use of CMCs by students.

Papers / Handouts: Dornisch_CMC_Version3_RP.pdf (Research Paper: An Analysis of Asynchronous Discussion Forums: Value Added?) (Research Paper)
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Characteristics of the Online Learner: Experiences, Participation Level, and Achievement [Research Paper (Roundtable)]
Yvette Aqui, University of Nevada Las Vegas
Wednesday, 6/29/2005, 12:30pm–1:30pm
This research explores the characteristics of online learners. Who are today's online distance education students and what motivates them to succeed?
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Papers / Handouts: Aqui_Aqui_OnlineLearnerCharacteristicsNECC2005_RP.txt (Analysis of online learner characteristics) (Research Paper)
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Enhancing Online Courses with Synchronous Software: Analyzing Teaching Strategies [Research Paper (Roundtable)]
Shauna Schullo, University of South Florida with Ann Barron, Amy Hilbelink, Kris Hogarty, Jeff Kromrey, Kathy Loggie and Melissa Venable
Wednesday, 6/29/2005, 2:00pm–3:00pm
This study investigates the strategies, challenges, and successes of distance educators as they implement synchronous Web-based courseware into distance courses.
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Papers / Handouts: Schullo_NECC__STARS_Final_Submission_RP.pdf (Synchronous Online Classrooms ) (Research Paper)
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