Higher Education Technology Conference

From: Syllabus Press <syllabus_at_netcom.com>
Date: Tue, 12 Jul 1994 18:39:17 GMT
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UC-Santa Cruz and Syllabus Press (publishers of Syllabus magazine) are co-sponsoring a conference on the use of technology in higher education. Due to the location of conference, we will be having some diving activities in Monterey Bay, probably a boat dive and myabe a few beach dives. Below is a brief synopsis of the conference.

For either a print or electronic conference registration package, please contact Syllabus Press via e-mail or or call 800-773-0670.

Syllabus Ô94 A Higher Education Technology Conference August 14-17 University of CaliforniaÐSanta Cruz Santa Cruz, CA USA  

Co-sponsored by Syllabus Press and Board of Education, UC-Santa Cruz Learn the latest about new technology for higher education AND enjoy the spectacular Monterey Bay region this August!

Syllabus Ô94 is a conference for faculty, department chairs, administrators, and technology staff who want to learn about the latest technology for higher education. Professionals who work in technology and textbook publishing companies are also invited to attend this conference. In addition to the informative topical sessions, ample opportunities will allow participants to interact with their colleagues from around the world and learn more about issues relating to the use of technology in higher education.

The conference will be held at the University of California, Santa Cruz, a campus of uncommon natural beauty, set in a Redwood forest overlooking beautiful Monterey Bay and the Pacific Ocean. Numerous Òextra-conferenceÓ activities are planned to take advantage of the location of this summertime conference.

Cross-platform and cross-technology: All computer and technology platforms will be covered, including DOS/Windows, Macintosh, and UNIX, as well as multimedia, laser discs, presentation devices, quantitative tools and other technologies.

Cross-discipline focus: The commonalities of technology use across disciplines will be emphasized to stimulate participantsÕ thinking about the use of technology in their respective fields.

Pre-conference Workshops: Sunday, August 13 will include a full day of workshops providing detailed instruction and hands-on use of a variety of technologies.

Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday Mornings: A variety of plenary sessions will be devoted to important higher education technologies, including demonstrations.

Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday Afternoons: Hands-on labs will give participants an opportunity to explore the technology firsthortunity to explore the technology firsthand; discussion groups will explore other issues of concern to higher education professionals. Tours and off-site activities will allow participants to enjoy the Monterey Bay region.

For conference fees and registration information, send an e-mail to: Syllabus_at_netcom.com and request a conference brochure. Registration is available by phone at (800) 773-0670. Received on Tue Jul 12 1994 - 20:39:17 CEST

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