Transformation Education LLC

Higher Ed Trends Panel: Social Media Week

admin2 — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 23:55:16 +0000

NEW YORK- February 5, 2010

Unlike many higher education events held in February 2010, this one had a worldwide assembly of NON-professors and NON-students discussing teaching and learning with technology. Their platform was the globe, and their discussion was just about as far reaching. New York City's Social Media Week events had been held all week as part of a global initiative being coordinated in 5 international cities with participants from everywhere able to plug-in. On this Friday, wrap up events included a stellar event held at McGraw-Hill Headquarters in New York City. This panel, Trends in Social Media in Higher Education included approximately 175 people from across industries, journalism and education on the roll call for the event on-site and via livestream at USTREAM.tv. The superb news is that you did miss this very public and participatory "class." The informative and compelling session is available on demand via http://www.ustream.tv/recorded/4470423. (See below)

Social Media Modeled

Special features of the event included the use of social media to promote and facilitate the panel discussion, discussion of critical topics by a expert panel, fielded Q&A with NYC participants and digital media innovation immediately following the discussion ..... Click the title of this article to read the entire article and see the video!

Global Social Media Week Launches Feb 1 2010

admin2 — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 13:46:02 +0000

Second Annual Conference Doubles in Size and Is Expected to Reach More Than 3,000 Attendees

Official Press Release of the Social Media Week

NEW YORK, /PRNewswire/ -- Social Media Week's second annual conference launches on February 1st, 2010 and will take place simultaneously in New York City, Berlin, London, San Francisco, Toronto and Sao Paulo. The scope of Social Media Week New York has doubled in size from its inception in 2009, with more than 70 events currently scheduled over the course of the five-day series. Headline events in New York include "Branding the Future with Social Engagement," sponsored by Pepsi Refresh; "Social Media & the Haiti Disaster," hosted by The New York Times; "Understanding Social Graph Optimization," sponsored by Meebo and hosted by JWT; "The Future of Space & Time and the Proliferation of Location-based Media," hosted by Wired & McGraw-Hill's Digital Innovation Showcase: The Impact of Social Media in Higher Education. Other seminars throughout the course of the week will cover the impact of social media on topics including arts & culture, sports, healthcare, education, entertainment, music, fashion & beauty, news, politics and brand communications. The events will take place in some of New York's most prestigious venues, including the Museum of Modern Art, the Conde Nast building, The New York Times headquarters, IDEO, JWT, The Paley Center for Media and the Time & Life Building.

"The breadth and diversity of Social Media Week events across all the participating cities is a reflection of social media's role in modern society," said Toby Daniels, founder and executive director, Social Media Week. "The growth of social .........

To read the entire article about Social Media Week 2010 click the article title at the top of the page!

The Future of Social Media in Higher Education

admin2 — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 17:24:22 +0000

How is social media changing the way college students learn?
How are digital applications changing how professors teach?
What are the most significant education technology trends of 2010 and beyond?

Join a panel of education technology and emerging media experts to explore how the social web is transforming higher education. The event will also feature a preview of highly anticipated products from the McGraw-Hill Student Innovation Lab.

Dr. Kathleen P. King, President of Transformation Education LLC and professor of education, will be one of four expert guest panelists to lead a discussion at NYC Social Media Week event hosted by McGraw-Hill.
The cutting edge and most relevant topic of this event is

The Future of Social Media in Higher Education.
Dr. Kathleen P. King's expertise as not only a professor of education, but also a faculty developer with university faculty worldwide, and a leader in the social media movement, position her as a key voice in this discussion. King is the author of 17 books about education, technology, Click the article title to read the entire article!

Surviving Teaching Online Courses

admin2 — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 15:45:14 +0000

Successfully Surviving Teaching Online

Discussion boards, online grade books, virtual office hours, and drop boxes, what am I doing- and what is most important? These are just a few of the terms and issues online teachers must cope with as they blaze their path through the world of online teaching. This article provides 7 strategies to accelerate your progress and success. Teaching online courses is not the same as face to face instruction. Even though we have vast experience in the traditional classroom, we have to rethink how to accomplish many of those same positive results and interactions in a virtual environment. This article provides 7 strategies to help every instructor start off on the right virtual foot.

Strategy 1 It's Personal.

Just like classroom instruction is unique to your teaching style, so is online teaching. Do not feel pressured to teach online like everyone else because no one has the corner on TRUTH in this area. We are at an exciting time of continuing development. Therefore, find small and big ways to express your teaching style in the virtual environment.

Strategy 2 Develop A Learning Community.

Invite students to post their photos or favorite slogans to create a composite class photo. This strategy goes a long way towards developing a feeling of online community. Remember, in this setting, unless you are using real-time video cameras, teachers and students do not see each other. Having a photo to reference reduces anonymity and builds a stronger sense of reality of the virtual community.

Strategy 3 Communicate.

How many ways are there to communicate in an online class? Many more than we usually take advantage of. Plan to use at least 3 strategies each week with your students: blogging, virtual office hours, discussion board, email, audio comments, video comments, chat session, instant messaging (IM), telephone or voice over internet protocol (VOIP) (SKYPE, Gizmo, etc.), grade comments, etc.

Strategy 4 Grading Opportunities.

When posting grades, there is an unrivaled opportunity for teachers to increase communication and feedback with students. Seldom input just a simple numerical grade. Make it a practice to usually include specific comments........ Click the title OR this link to read the entire article! Enjoy, with our compliments!

Five Successful Writing Strategies for Non-Fiction

admin2 — Sat, 09 Jan 2010 15:58:05 +0000

Five Strategies to Write Reports, Essays, & Non-Fiction

Many people cannot get started writing because they do not know where to start. In this brief article, I share insight from years of teaching students and professionals of all ages how to prepare professional work. Which one of the following applies to your struggle with writing?

Beginning to write;
Finding a unique angle for your next writing project or
Discovering a path through the writing process?

The great news is that guidance for all of these concerns are included in this one brief article.

Strategy 1: Research.

Regardless if one is writing fiction or nonfiction, the author must do sufficient research to provide substantial background for the work ahead. This research can take many forms, depending on the type of writing, but it is absolutely necessary to have deep, broad information to provide full detail and accuracy in the account.

Strategy 2: Determine Your Angle.

Once you, the author, have the information, it is critical to determine your unique perspective or angle to approach the topic. How will you introduce your reader to this portrayal in unique way which will sustain his attention through a compelling account? Developing such an approach is a vital starting point.

Strategy 3. Discovering Your Concept Maps.

In order to determine your unique approach, it may be helpful to write key points of information on paper or digital note cards. Examine the information and look for trends, patterns, and groupings of themes or topics. See if you can...................... Click the title OR this link to read the entire article! Enjoy, with our compliments!

FETC 2010-Web Based Tools to Empower Students

admin2 — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 20:08:38 +0000

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Education Professor Dr. King TO SHOW How

Web-Based Tools Engage & Empower Students

Digital Resources BEING DEMONSTRATED

NEW YORK (January 7, 2010) - If you're attending the Florida Educational Technology Conference (FETC) in Orlando, Florida and want to know how web-based technology can be used in the classroom to engage today's digital natives, cultivate high level critical thinking and drive student achievement, then Dr. Kathleen King's Jan. 14 session is for you. Dr. King is a professor of education at Fordham University's Graduate School of Education in New York City and president of Transformation Education LLC. Her session, "Leveraging Web 2.0 Tools: Literacy Skills, Oral History and Voice!" provides examples of ways social media such as podcasts and blogs can support project-based learning and help existing curricula to engage students more effectively.

"Perhaps the greatest benefit of Web 2.0 tools in the classroom is how they empower students to be creators, not just spectators," Dr. King said. "A phrase I often use is 'out of the stands and onto the field.' By incorporating more digital resources into the classroom, teachers can help students become active learners."

Dr. King demonstrates how digital resources from McGraw-Hill Education can support 21^st Century learning, including:

CINCH Project - a collection of Web 2.0 tools for collaborative learning projects, features a community-based Web site where teachers and students create digital profiles and participate in group inquiry opportunities all in a safe and ...........................

To read the entire article click here.

Teleseminar: Faculty Success

admin2 — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 17:42:46 +0000

Faculty Success: Tenure, Promotion & Merit Demystified

Thursday, February 4, 2010, 1-2 p.m. EST

Presented by Dr. Kathleen P. King, International Keynote Speaker, Professor of Education at Fordham University’s Graduate School of Education in New York City, and President of Transformation Education, LLC. Based on Dr. Kathleen P. King’s popular short article, "How is Tenure like the TV Show Survivor," this one-hour session provides a fresh perspective of the tenure track, promotion and merit race. King will also share her newly released Faculty Success Model to explain how professors can efficiently succeed in their institutional systems while also meeting their professional goals, research and publication desires, and personal satisfaction. King moved from assistant to full professor with tenure in six years at a major research university. She has also mentored dozens of other professors around the world through the same process. As a professor specializing in higher education and adult education, prolific researcher and author, she is especially qualified to lead a vibrant discussion around this topic for TAA authors. Some of the strategies she will share include:

Establishing and monitoring research agendas, publication agenda, and organizational skills
Using technology to maximize your effort and productivity
Benefiting from collaborations and community

Click to register Textbook and Academic Authors Members (Free) Non-Members Pay Now ($69)

About Dr. Kathleen King

Dr. Kathleen King is a popular international keynote speaker, professor of education at Fordham University’s Graduate School of Education in New York City, and president of Transformation Education, LLC. She also serves clients as a certified professional life coach. Her.... Click to read entire article!

Success As An Online Learner

admin2 — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 06:43:27 +0000

Surviving Successfully in Online Classes

No mandatory class attendance, early mornings, cold chairs, or long commutes; this is going to be easy? Don't be fooled! Online courses can be convenient and helpful, but if students do not understand what they need to do, they will be overwhelmed. Let's do more than even survive - let's Succeed! This article provides 7 strategies to help online students develop strategies for success and maximum benefit. Taking online courses is not the same as taking a face to face class. Even though you may have taken traditional classes for many years, the online environment has different expectations and different opportunities which can be missed by the uninformed. This article provides 7 strategies to help every student start off on the right virtual foot.

Strategy 1 Determine Requirements.

Before signing up for an online course, find out what is expected in terms of participation, work, and hours online. Also make sure you have the necessary technology equipment to fully participate. Based on this information, you can make an informed decision and commitment to online learning. Your program, school or company should provide this information in writing for you.

Strategy 2 Make a Plan.

Once you have your syllabus our course outline, note your schedule of assignment deadlines in your current or NEW calendar. (If you don't use one already, Google calendar is a wonderful online tool that complements this online learning experience.) ALSO, schedule in your times to sit at the computer and sign into your class and do work. The most successful online learners schedule these times as appointments in their weekly calendars rather than leaving it up to just finding a convenient time.

Strategy 3 Stick To It or Modify It Till It Fits.

It is unlikely your schedule/plan will work perfectly form the very start. Success is discovered as you adjust the plan to meet your real life learning needs and competing demands. Document what really is needed and what is available. Now you have a realistic plan, to which you may hold yourself accountable.

Strategy 4 Participate Frequently.

Sign in more than once per week. Participate frequently and you will recoup...... Click the title OR this link to read the entire article! Enjoy, with our compliments!