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Preconference Workshops - Wednesday, November 6, 2002

Three preconference workshops on topics of special interest offer an intensive three and one-half hour learning experience before the bustle of the annual conference begins. Only those registered for the annual conference may register for preconference workshops. Space is limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served bases. To register, select the workshops you want to attend on the registration form and add the appropriate fee to your conference registration payment.

Three Institutions, Three New Web-Based Student Services
Wednesday, November 6, 1:00 pm

In the WCET LAAP project, three institutions developed their own personalized Web-based student services. Find out what these new services-academic advising, orientation to academic advising, and learning support services-are like and what was involved in creating them. Learn a few tricks about how to go about re-designing your services, and communicating with the developers of your technology solutions. Leave with a better understanding of the role of your campus's student information system in providing personalized services and the cultural shift in thinking that must occur in institutions to embrace a new way of serving students.

Moderator:
Pat Shea, WCET

Presenters:
Sue Armitage, WCET
Mel Chastain, Kansas State University
Peggi Munkittrick, SCT
Karen Paulson, NCHEMS
Michael Tagawa, Kapi'olani Community College (HI)
Ellen Waterman, Regis University (CO)

e-Learning 101: An Overview of the Topics, Trends and Issues
for Newcomers to the e-Learning Arena
Wednesday, November 6, 1:00 pm

This is the perfect pre-conference session for 'getting up to speed on the latest issues trends, and ideas in e-learning. Presented by leaders in the field, topics will include an overview of e-learning issues, with a specific focus on student services, marketing, faculty issues, and costing. A guide to related sessions at the conference will be included in this lively presentation.

Moderator:
John Witherspoon, Western Cooperative Consulting

Presenters:
DeWayne Matthews, Education Commission of the States
Cliff Moore, Washington State University
Darcy Hardy, University of Texas System

Improving Web Accessibility for Individuals with Disabilities with the WebAIM Training Team
Wednesday, November 6, 1:00 pm

Making your web site accessible to students and staff with disabilities is morally right and legally compelling. It is also very do-able. We'll develop an overall understanding of what accessibility is and how people with disabilities experience the Web. We will also explore the current legal picture with respect to Web accessibility and how you can be a force for positive change in the accessibility of postsecondary education Web materials. Be prepared to use the computer lab to experience accessibility barriers yourself.

Coordinator:
Cyndi Rowland, WebAIM

Trainer:
Jared Smith, WebAIM
Paul Bohman, WebAIM