In addition to posting information about MxCC training, we will post information on conferences and events related to Distance Learning. This includes system-wide training, as staff from MxCC can attend training at any of the other community colleges, as well as regional and national conference opportunities. For reimbursement procedure of attending a regional or national conferences, contact your department secretary.
Local Opportunities
Fall 2008 Technology Training Schedule
We offer a variety of technology training sessions in faculty electronic resources, Blackboard Vista, MS Office applications, and Banner at our MxCC Middletown campus during each semester. Click here to view the current training schedule.
Many training sessions are offered at other Connecticut community colleges. The sessions can be found via the Course Cart. Click on Launch Course Cart button. Logon with your NetID and password. In the Course Cart, you can also find technology conferences provided at all Connecticut community colleges.
Technology Conferences
The League for Innovation's annual Conference on Information Technology (CIT)
The League for Innovation's annual Conference on Information Technology (CIT) offers a diverse program and cutting-edge exposition exploring the intelligent application of information technology in community and technical colleges.
When and Where:
October 19, 2008 to October 22, 2008
Salt Palace Convention Center
Salt Lake City, Utah
Web site: http://www.league.org/2008cit
The 14th Sloan-C International Conference on Online Learning
Distance learning is one of the most talked-about topics today in higher education and corporate training. Asynchronous learning is the fastest-growing approach to distance learning.
This conference, which will provide the latest information on asynchronous learning programs, processes, packages, and protocols, is geared to both experienced professionals and interested newcomers to online learning who hail from a variety of work sectors, including higher education, continuing education, business, government, health care, professional associations, and nonprofit organizations. It is especially designed to meet the needs of:
- College-level faculty and administrators
- Instructional technology and media professionals
- Instructional designers
- Trainers in public-and private-sector organizations
Download the Conference Brochure (.pdf)
When and Where:
November 5, 2008 to November 7, 2008
Caribe Royale
Orlando, Florida
Web Site: http://www.ce.ucf.edu/asp/aln
