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2010 AECT International Convention
'Cyber Change: Learning In Our Connected World'

October 26-30, 2010
Hyatt Regency Orange County
Anaheim, California

 

Get Involved!
You can become involved with AECT and its convention on many levels. We are now accepting: • Volunteer ApplicationsIntern Applications • Student Mentor Applications


Super EARLY-BIRD REGISTRATION!
Members and Nonmembers, register before March 31st and you can save $150.00 from the onsite registration.
We are looking forward to another great convention in Anaheim, California so take advantage of the super early-bird convention and register early.


2010 Call for Proposals  (online submissions now available)
Proposal Deadline: March 5th, midnight (EST), 2010
Featured Research Deadline: March 5th, midnight (EST), 2010

You are invited to present at the 2010 AECT International Convention in Anaheim, California and to share your expertise and knowledge with your peers and those new to the field.


AECT and Divisional Elections have concluded.

Congratulations to all the officers recently elected to leadership positions within their divisions.

As a member, please extend your congratulations and support to your new leaders for: AECT | Design and Development | Distance Learning | Multimedia Production | Research & Theory | School Media & Technology | Systemic Change | Teacher Education | Training & Performance |


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AECT in SecondLife

News Update - Mark your calendars! ECT Board meeting in SL boardroom March 17th at 3:00 pm.
Please visit AECT's SecondLife Home Page
for more information.

Mike Spector, AECT President Elect, Speaks About SecondLife Experience

The AECT February Board meeting was held on February 17th at the AECT site in Second Life

AECT's first Board Meeting held in SecondLife, February 2010"Thanks to Tom Atkinson and the Virtual Worlds Committee to helping make the arrangements. While Second Life might not be the optimal environment for a conference call, there were unique affordances available (e.g., online chat and avatar gesturing … one board member’s avatar was dancing on the virtual board room table at the end of the meeting), and we have now demonstrated that a meeting can be successfully conducted in Second Life. We used the AECT tele-conference line for support and for those unable to participate via Second Life (which was my situation as I was at a rural school in Florida with no option other than the conference call line). We encourage other AECT groups to take advantage of Second Life for meetings and activities (including Webinars). Be sure to check with Larry Vernon (lvernon@aect.org) if you need to reserve a time to use the AECT tele-conferencing line, and contact Tom Atkinson (atkinson@aect.org) if you need help arranging activities in Second Life" (Spector, 2010).

Resource:

Spector, M. (2010, February 22). Voting, AECT 2010, membership, and lots more. AECT President's Newsletter. Message posted to Members@lists.aect.org.

Teleport to: http://slurl.com/secondlife/CAVE/161/61/25/ to see a schedule for current and future events that the VWC is hosting.

Again, for new users the the VWC has attached FAQ document on the AECT website to assist new members. It is also recommend for new participants to join the AECT_SL group for full access to all areas and features on CAVE Island in Second Life. (http://slurl.com/secondlife/CAVE/54/52/826).

Directions: Once an account is created in SL, users can search under the "Groups" tab from the "Search" button at the bottom of their screen, to locate the AECT_SL group. Using the SLURLs (links) listed below, will take avatars directly to the CAVE island meeting rooms, this allows members ease of access to each area without any assistance, similar to more familiar conferencing systems in our real world.

Link to Frequently Asked Questions (PDF) Link to Getting Started in SL Step-by-Step Instructions (Flash)

Getting to CAVE Island in Second Life is now easier than ever. Use the following SLURL's or links, to quickly access areas and events on CAVE island.

AECT at CAVE Welcome Area
 (http://slurl.com/secondlife/CAVE/155/32/28)
Cloud 9 Meeting rooms
 (http://slurl.com/secondlife/CAVE/32/28/805)
Main building
(http://slurl.com/secondlife/CAVE/182/61/25)
AECT Amphitheater
 (http://slurl.com/secondlife/CAVE/200/61/22)
Cavern Room
(http://slurl.com/secondlife/CAVE/35/65/23)
Mountaintop Meeting Area
  (http://slurl.com/secondlife/CAVE/47/9/62)

If you would like to find out more about ACET VWC and become a member of the committee or become a virtual speaker, please visit AECT's SecondLife Home Page. You can also follow us on Twitter, just search on AECT_SL.

Come lighten your day, and join us and your colleagues for a new and interesting way to teach and learn in our new space! To get your name added to the in-world membership registry, contact Tom Atkinson, our Project Manager at, atkinson@aect.org . Each time we post an in-world event, you will be sent an invitation in-world and an email notice informing you of when and where to join AECT on CAVE Island.

The VWC has been to work with AECT Division Affiliates to develop the personal division meeting spaces on C.A.V.E. Island. If there are areas in need of furnishing and decorating we are still available to assist each group. Contact your Division Communication affiliate today, and share your ideas for your division's personal in-world meeting space.



PacifiCorp Design and Development Award Competition
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CALL FOR PARTICPANTS
First round of submissions deadline: May 31, 2010.

Are you a master’s or doctoral student looking for opportunities to: • Apply your instructional design and technology skills to real world situations? • Hone your teamwork and problem solving skills in preparation for future employment? • Receive advice from mentors who are working professionals in our field? • Network with peers and seasoned experts in the field who might help you land that dream job? • Enhance your resume with another presentation or publication while earning recognition in premiere journals in our field? Participate in the fifth annual PacifiCorp Design and Development Award competition co-sponsored by PacifiCorp and Design and Development Division of Association for Educational Communication and Technology! The three teams that are selected as finalists will receive free conference registration and present their solution at 2010 AECT's International Convention! For detailed guidelines, visit the competition website at http://www.aect.org/Pacificorp/.

   ISMF - International Student Media Festival

Join the excitement of student produced classroom media projects! Our festival celebrates video, web design, animation, photography and more! Learn how you and your students can get involved.




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AECT Job Center
The Association for Educational Communications and Technology in partnership with JobTarget is pleased to offer you an exciting NEW member benefit! Whether you are an employer looking for the right person for the job or an individual looking for just the right place to work, you can tap into a job board tailored specifically for your professional needs. Job Target is a national career resource and development center dedicated to bringing employers and candidates together. The site gives you the tools to successfully market yourself and find the career of your choice. It also gives employers tools to advertise available positions specifically to AECT professionals
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Get Involved!
You can become involved with AECT and its convention on many levels. We are now accepting:
Volunteer Applications
Intern Applications
Student Mentor Applications

Super EARLY-BIRD REGISTRATION!
2010 AECT International Convention'

October 26-30, 2010
Hyatt Regency Orange County
Anaheim, California
Super EARLY-BIRD REGISTRATION!
Members and Nonmembers, register early and save!

2009 Convention Proceedings
Volume #1 and 2 of the 32nd Annual Proceedings 2009 Annual Proceedings - Orlando: Volume #1 and 2 is now available online. Click here for online member access.

Call for Participants
PacifiCorp Design and Development Award Competition is now accepting team and mentor assignments.
For detailed guidelines, the problem statement, and the competition timeline, please visit the competition website.

Getting Started in Instructional Technology Research
The Fourth Edition of the Getting Started in Instructional Technology Research is now available online as a member benefit.

Handbook of Research on Educational Communications and Technology
The Third Edition of the Handbook of Research on Educational Communications and Technology is now available online as a member benefit.

Educational Technology: A Definition with Commentary
AECT announces its new effort to frame the contemporary issues of educational technology--Educational Technology: A Definition with Commentary

NEW! Member Access
As an AECT member benefit, Springer Publisher is granting member access to the Instructional Science Journal.
Click here to access this journal.

Curricula Data of Degree Programs in Educational Communications and Technology
AECT is pleased to announce this directory of degree programs in educational communications and technology. Details

NCATE Standards: The Accreditation Committee has prepared an updated standards document to assist you in the preparation of your Program Report for submission to NCATE.

(Download DOC)

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