The following conferences may be of interest to the readers of the Quarterly Review of Distance Education. Recommendations for conferences to be listed in future issues may be sent to: burmeist@nova.edu
NAWEB: The Web-Based Learning Conference. October 16-19, 2004 New Brunswick, Canada: University of New Brunswick
Tenth annual conference on Web-based teaching and learning. “The North American Web-based Learning Conference, 2004, will focus on innovative and practical uses of the World Wide Web in teaching and learning, extending the reach of existing campuses and creating ‘virtual’ campuses of a new and unique nature.” http://naweb.unb.ca/
eLearning Producer Conference & Expo 2004. October 19–21, 2004 Orlando, FL: Hilton Hotel in the Walt Disney Resort
“The program for this conference addresses the issues that impact anyone who is designing, developing and managing e-Learning in their organization. Unlike Guild symposia, the size of this event is not limited, and though there are hundreds of participants, it still has an intimate and engaging ambiance. You will hear many practical, real-life examples shared by e-Learning professionals who work in environments just like yours. Case studies from all sectors—corporate, academic, and government—are openly shared by your peers. The informal vendor showcase allows you to visit with a select number of e-Learning providers in a collegial environment.” http://www.elearningguild.com/pbuild/linkbuilder.cfm?selection=doc.498
Annual Convention of the International Association for Educational Communications & Technology (AECT). October 20-24, 2004 Chicago, IL
“All That Jazz” is the theme for this year's conference. “The AECT convention explores the technology and learning landscape for educators who effectively negotiate the changing times and new educational trends. You're invited to share your Research, Best Practices, Experiences & Vision!” http://www.aect.org/default.asp
T+L2 Conference. October 27-29, 2004. Denver, CO: Colorado Convention Center
“The T+L2 Conference is recognized as the premier national event for decision makers who choose and use technology in schools. It is hosted by the National School Boards Association's ITTE: Education Technology Programs and co-sponsored by nearly 30 leading education organizations. The T+L2 Conference will attract more than 2,000 school leaders from throughout the United States. This unique conference is designed to highlight the many effective ways to improve school performance and student achievement through the wise use of technology in both instructional and administrative arenas.” http://www.nsba.org/T+L/
WCET 16th Annual Conference. November 10-13, 2004. San Antonio, TX: Westin Riverwalk Hotel
Sponsored by the Western Cooperative for Educational Telecommunication, focusing on the effective use of technology in higher education. http://www.wiche.edu/wcet/Events/
Educause 2004. October 19–22, 2004. Denver, CO
“The theme of the conference is ‘IT From a Higher Vantage Point.’” http://www.educause.edu/conference/annual/2004/
Tenth Sloan-C International Conference on Asynchronous Learning Networks. November 12-14, 2004. Orlando, Florida
“Asynchronous learning networks (ALNs) are helping to transform education and training from site-based, time-bound experiences to anytime-anywhere online learning environments. By connecting learners with each other, with their instructors, and with a wide range of resources, ALNs allow a high degree of interaction and collaboration.” http://www.aln.ucf.edu/
International Conference on Computers in Education. November 30-December 3, 2004. Melbourne, Australia: Melbourne Exhibition Centre
“ICCE 2004 aims to build upon the foundations of the academic research rigor and practical relevance. The conference brings together scholars and researchers, public and private leaders and policy makers, school principals, teachers, learning environment facilitators and other education practitioners, as well as organizational development and industry training professionals. This body of committed individuals will share information, resources, methods, and best educational practices to develop the way forward for the coming decade with a deeper understanding of the fundamental issues relating to the design, implementation, and integration of ICT in both education and training.” http://www.icms.com.au/icce2004/
Online Educa Berlin. December 1-3, 2004. Berlin: Hotel InterContinental
“With 1486 registered participants from 68 different countries representing all continents at the 2003 conference, ONLINE EDUCA BERLIN has once again established itself as the world's largest international e-learning conference and also Europe's largest gathering of e-learning and distance education professionals. This annual conference attracts high-level decision makers from education, business and government—the three key areas driving e-learning adoption and innovation—making it the most important networking venue for experts, practitioners and newcomers from all over the world.” http://www.online-educa.com/en/
Florida Educational Technology Conference (FETC). January 27-29, 2005. Orlando, FL
“Since the first personal computers were introduced into schools over 20 years ago, educators have been exploring the connections between technology and curriculum. For the last 24 years, the Florida Educational Technology Conference (FETC) has provided a venue where teachers, media specialists, principals, and district administrators come together, not only to review the latest technological trends but also to share successful curriculum integration practices and strategies. Each year over 12,000 attendees choose among hundreds of high-quality concurrent sessions, workshops, and vendor exhibits.” http://www.fetc.org/fetc2005/
