Kansas State University

Instructional Design and Technology Roundtable to feature variety of sessions in 2011-2012

Submitted by Swasati Mukherjee

The Instructional Design and Technology Roundtable kicks off its fall series with “Tech Tools that Make Life Easy” from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 15, in Room 212 of the K-State Student Union.

Join us as we discuss and share tech tools that make our lives easier. We will be looking at software, apps, smartphones and other devices that help us connect, be productive or just have fun. Don't hesitate to bring your own favorites, and don't worry if you don't have any yet!

RSVP to the Center for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning at 785-532-7828. Coffee, tea and water will be available, and you are welcome to bring your lunch.

Mark your calendars for these other sessions in the Instructional Design and Technology Roundtable series:

• “The Maturing of Cloud Computing”
  11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 13, Room 212 of the K-State Student Union.
  Join Eric Dover, manager of client services for the Information Technology Assistance Center, as he takes a look at the current state of cloud computing and examines tools that use the power of the cloud to enhance collaboration and the learning environment. We will look briefly at the definition of cloud computing and explore how it has grown into a new class of connected computing that’s transforming the way we work together, play together and communicate with each other. Also included will be some of the current hot tools that best harness the power of the cloud and how they may assist in teaching, communication, and information sharing.
• “iPad for Beginners”
  11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15, Room 212 of the K-State Student Union.
  Curious about what iPads can do for you? Do you already have an iPad and don't think you are getting as much out of it as you should? If you’re looking for answers to iPad questions, come learn tips and tricks from those in the know, as we gather together some of the more avid iPad users on campus.
• “Creating Your First Mobile App”
  11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16, 2012, Room 212 K-State Student Union.
  Want to join the mobile app craze? Ever wondered if there’s some way to pull smartphones into your teaching in a meaningful way? Join Ben Ward, instructional designer for Information Technology Assistance Center, as he guides us through a tour of mobile apps, how to build them and how to teach with them. Don't worry, no programming required!
• Teaching, Learning, and Technology Showcase
  Tuesday, March 13, 2012
  This annual event inspires faculty to use technology in innovative ways, share best practices with university colleagues, and interact with technology vendors. Time, location and event details will be announced in spring semester.