TTIX 2010
June 11, 2010
For the past day and a half I’ve been attending the TTIX (Teaching with Technology Idea Exchange). This is the fourth time I’ve attended this conference and each time I come I leave excited about my job. This is primarily a higher ed conference and it’s nice to learn what educators are doing from across the K-20 spectrum. Most of the colleges and universities from across the state are represented and I find it rewarding to network with other instructors and IT folk. Yesterday I was pretty focused on the session I taught – 5 new things from Google (and maybe a couple of old ones), but today I’ve had the chance to enjoy the sessions.
I just came from a session on using Second Life as a platform for teaching in a virtual environment. Now, each time I go to a conference someone there is touting Second Life as a revolutionary tool for learning. I get all excited and go back to the office and – NOTHING HAPPENS. I haven’t gotten into the virtual worlds yet. Today, Chris Haskell from Boise State University really opened up my eyes to the world his students explore. I have to say I was pretty impressed. Students in the Ed Tech classes collaborate on multiple projects using an island Chris created for the College of Education. He really opened my eyes to the importance of play and how interacting with others online can help students experience authentic learning situations virtually.
One great thing I’ve seen at this conference is how much better Prezi is than PowerPoint. I’me definitely making the switch for any future presentations I create. If you’d like to know more about Prezi check out our Prezi episode of the Faculty Lounge. This tool is INCREDIBLE!
Thanks to the guys from UVU Instructional Design for putting this conference together. You’ve definitely got a fan at UEN.
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June 11th, 2010 at 2:31 pm
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