Programme
Monday, Sept 30
An Exciting Two Day Symposium!
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Time
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Sessions
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Speaker
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8:30
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Coffee & muffins
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Meet up with other attendees and speakers and start the day off right!
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9:00
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Welcome from conference co-chairs
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9:15
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Framing the Opportunities for Libraries
Setting the tone for the symposium and using examples, Stephen introduces the opportunities in online learning and MOOCs for all types of libraries. This symposium draws on some of the early successes and experiments with MOOCs and e-learning and ties it to its academic, library and program underpinnings. Slideshare presentation: http://www.slideshare.net/stephenabram1/moo-cs-intro |
Stephen Abram, Consultant, Dysart & Jones
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9:45
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CISCO Systems Canada: Sponsor Talk
This talk will place MOOCs in the broader context of the Internet of Everything (IOE), the connection of people, processes, data and things. The compound impact of this network greatly improves learning, access to knowledge, and employability. CISCO's partnership with San Jose State University MOOCs will be outlined. Slideshare Presentation: http://www.slideshare.net/marclijour/cisco-i-school-moocs-and-libraries-2013-09-30 |
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10:15
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Break
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Networking opportunity
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10:30
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Underpinnnings of eLearning: How the "Tried and True" Informs the New
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Laurie Harrison, Director Online Learning Strategies, University of Toronto
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11:15
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MOOCs for Librarians
This panel of librarians have planned and implemented (or are about to do so) MOOCs for the library community in areas of advocacy, hyperlinked libraries, and reinventing libraries. Get their tips and tricks as well as challenges and learnings! LANKES PPT: http://www.slideshare.net/stephenabram1/mooc-stats |
Michael Stephens,PhD,San Jose State University SLIS
David Lankes, PhD, Syracuse University iSchool Wendy Newman, iSchool @ Toronto |
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Noon
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Lunch & Discussion Groups
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Provided
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1:00
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eLearning in Libraries
This segment looks at K-12 eLearning and “learning for life”. It shares current case studies and strategies as well as future visions. Learn from our experienced speakers as they share challenges, lessons learned and more! Get lots of practical tips and techniques for developing an eLearning programs in your organization. Sent regrets |
Ron Stefanski, Cengage Learning and Dr. Howard Liebman, Principal, Gale's Online High School
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2:15
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Gamification: Learning with Lego
Lego Serious Play is a facilitated experiential process that encourages you to think through your fingers. This session feature a series of short Lego build challenges that demonstrate how playing can be a catalyst for learning. Slideshare presentation: http://www.slideshare.net/stephenabram1/d-elia-moocs2013 |
M.J. D'Elia, University of Guelph
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3:00
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Break
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Networking Opportunity
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3:15
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Research & Development
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Liz Lawley, Rochester Institute and Microsoft Advisor
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4:00
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Gamification in Action
Hear how libraries are using gamification to engage their communities. Learn about their strategies, engagement plans, experiences and future plans. |
Liz Lawley, Rochester Institute and Microsoft Advisor
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5:30
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Continue the conversation
Relax and discuss the day with a no host dinner with fellow speakers, attendees, and colleagues at a nearby restaurant and pub! |
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Tuesday, Oct. 1
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8:30
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Coffee and muffins
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Meet up with other attendees and speakers and start the second day off right!
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9:00
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MOOC Toolkit
What are the tools needed for successful MOOCs and e-learning? The voice of experience tells us what they know and what the students need to know for successful performance and learning. PDF: http://www.slideshare.net/stephenabram1/hyperlib-mooc-success |
Sandra Hirsh, PhD, Director, SLIS, San Jose State University
Kyle Jones, University of Wisconsin / SJSU Michael Stephens, PhD, SLIS, San Jose State University |
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10:00
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ELearning Support in Action
A look at one of the first academic MOOC programs. Hear about strategies, partnerships, library support, and more. |
Michael J. Hemment. Director, Information Products & Innovation, Knowledge & Library Services, Baker Library, Harvard Business School
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11:00
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Supporting Elearning: Case Studies
Hear how different organizations are supporting eLearning and the roles they are carving out. |
John Szabo, CEO, Los Angeles Francisco Public Library
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12:00
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Lunch
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Provided
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1:00 |
MOOCs to online learning,
A focus from Stanford on how a library can support MOOCs and online learning with a little about using Coursera. Slideshare Presentation: http://www.slideshare.net/stephenabram1/moo-cs-pushing-the-envelope |
Mimi Calter, Assistant University Librarian and Chief of Staff, Stanford University Libraries & Academic Information Resources |
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2:00
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ELearning/MOOC Platforms
Running a MOOC/eLearning Platform: Our speaker discusses some of the issues and challenges of running a MOOC/eLearning platform and shares some examples. Slideshare Presentation: http://www.slideshare.net/stephenabram1/i-school-jenni-hayman-presentation |
Jenni Hayman, Executive Director, World Wide Ed
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2:30
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Break
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More Networking
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3:00
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Putting it All Together: Brainstorming Roles for Supporting eLearning, MOOCs & Gamification
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Teamwork Exercise
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4:00
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Wrap Up & discussion
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Symposium closes at 4:30
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