Global Conference on Learning and Technology
Melbourne (AU), February 2011 - Global Learn is an international conference organized by the Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE). Held in Melbourne, Australia from 28 Mar - 01 Apr 2011, its mission is to further the advancement and innovation in learning and technology.
As the educational world becomes increasingly global, new ways to explore, learn, and share knowledge are needed.
Global Learn serves as a means to connect and engage creative educators, researchers, consultants, training managers, policy makers, curriculum developers, entrepreneurs, and others in the topics and fields about which they are passionate. Many individuals are transforming learning environments in local as well as more global ways. Global Learn offers an opportunity to meet and discuss their ideas, findings, and next steps.
The scope of the Conference includes, but is not limited to, the following major topics as they relate to Learning and Technology:
- advanced technologies for learning and teaching
- assessment and research
- educational reform, policy, and innovation
- evaluation and quality-improvement advances
- global networks, partnerships, and exchanges
- innovative approaches to learning and learning environments
- open education
- technologies for socially responsive learning
- virtual and distance education