Getting Connected: Best Practices in Technology-Enhanced Teaching & Learning in Psychology
Friday & Saturday, October 3-4, 2008
Crowne Plaza Atlanta-Perimeter NW Hotel
6345 Powers Ferry Road
Atlanta, GA 30339
Registration Deadline:
Friday, September 26, 2008
ABOUT THE CONFERENCE
The Society for the Teaching of Psychology (STP, Division 2 of APA is excited to announce the 7th conference in the popular "Best Practices in Teaching Psychology" series, which started in 2002. The 2008 conference will focus on innovative and effective techniques that use technology to impact student learning. Our target audience includes teachers from high school, 2-year, and 4-year college/university settings.
CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
Friday, October 3
8:00 REGISTRATION OPENS
8:00-10:00 PRECONFERENCE WORKSHOPS
Developing Comprehensive Hybrid Courses
Charles M. Harris & Ulsa Kaplan, James Madison University
Developing & Implementing a Quality Review Process for Online Courses
Chris K. Randall, Kennesaw State University
10:15 WELCOME
10:30‑11:30 OPENING KEYNOTE ADDRESS
Emerging technologies to improve teaching and learning in a digital world
Jeffrey R. Stowell, Eastern Illinois University (STP Internet Editor)
11:30‑1:00 LUNCH (included in registration fee)
1:00‑2:00 CONCURRENT SESSIONS 1
Faculty-Student Communication: Beyond Face to Face
Monica J. Reis-Bergan, Suzanne C. Baker, Kevin J. Apple, & Tracy E. Zinn, James Madison University
Engaging Audio Learning with Voice-Over PowerPoint
Bob Reese, Jefferson College of Health Sciences
Survey Monkey in the Human Sexuality Classroom: Assessment and Research
Beth Kirsner & Laura Underwood, Kennesaw State University
User Centered Internet Course Design - Best Practices from Industry
Colin T. William, Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
2:15‑3:15 CONCURRENT SESSIONS 2
A Departmental Initiative to Develop an Online Curriculum
Jeffrey L. Helms, Pam Marek, &
Chris K. Randall, Kennesaw State University
Using iClickers to Teach Psychology: Two Different Models
Judy A. Cusumano & Bob Reese, Jefferson College of Health Sciences
Using an Internet Survey Site: Extension of Active Learning from the Classroom
Clayton Teem, Gainesville State College
Comprehensive Hybrid Course Development
Charles M. Harris & Ulas Kaplan, James Madison University
3:15‑3:45 BREAK
3:45‑4:45 CONCURRENT SESSIONS 3
I Didn’t Know That: Demonstrations of Hidden Tools in Microsoft Office for Enhancing Teaching
Supporting Technology-Enhanced Psychology Teaching in the UK
Caprice Lantz, Higher Education Academy Psychology Network, University of York
The Use of Lesson Builder Technology in Psychology Instruction
Karen Y. Holmes, Ernestine Duncan, & Karen White, Norfolk State University
Online Tools to Promote Student Collaboration
Kevin J. Apple & Monica J. Reis-Bergan, James Madison University
5:15‑6:30 SOCIAL HOUR
(Cocktails/Drinks: Two free with registration)
6:30‑7:30 DINNER (included in registration fee)
7:30 INVITED KEYNOTE ADDRESS
A Walk Down Random Access Memory Lane: Where We've Come From and Where We are Going
Bernard C. Beins, Ithaca College
Saturday, October 4
7:30‑8:30 CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST (included in registration fee)
8:30‑9:30 CONCURRENT SESSIONS 4
Twitter as an Educational Tool. Learn to Use It Here!
Chuck Robertson, North Georgia College & State University & Wesley D. Robertson, Emory University
Building Student-Program Connections with a Developmentally Organized Website
Drew Appleby, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis
Enhancing Student Engagement and Learning Using "Clicker"-based Interactive Classroom Demonstrations
Gary Muir, St. Olaf College
9:45‑10:45 CONCURRENT SESSIONS 5
Going Virtual: An Introduction to Second Life
Suzanne C. Baker & Monica J. Reis-Bergan, James Madison University
Technology and Learning: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Sherry L. Serdikoff, James Madison University
Dynamic Teaching: Using Computers with Classroom Instruction to Facilitate Assessment and Learning
Kelly Hagan, Bluegrass Community and Technical College
11:00-12:00 CONCURRENT SESSIONS 6
Online Pre-Class Quizzing in a Blended Psychology Survey Course
Lonnie Yandell & Peter Giordano, Belmont University
Teaching of Writing Skills in Psychology with Voice Recognition Software
Sandor Szollos, Millersville University
Motivating Student Engagement with MySpace, Clickers, and Web-Enhanced Research Labs
Kim A. Case & Beth Hentges, University of Houston-Clear Lake
12:00‑1:00 LUNCH (included in registration fee)
1:15-2:15 CONCURRENT SESSIONS 7
Creating Statistics Learning Tools with Screen Recording Software
Loranel M. Graham, Our Lady of the Lake University
Empirical Validation of Clickers for use in Opinion Polling
Jeffrey R. Stowell, Eastern Illinois University
Blended Learning Evaluation in a Large Introductory Psychology Course
Mark A. Laumakis, San Diego State University
2:30-3:30 CONCURRENT SESSIONS 8
Innovations in Pedagogy: How to Teach? How to Assess?
Diane K. Feibel, University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash Campus
Students’ Perceptions of the Incorporation of YouTube into Classroom Lecture
Mandy Cleveland, Ball State University
I Didn’t Know That: Demonstrations of Web-Based Tools for Enhancing Teaching
Jorge Perez, Kennesaw State University
3:30-5:00 POSTER SESSION & CLOSING RECEPTION
Enhancing Student Learning Outcomes through Technologically Enhanced Courses, Ernestine Duncan, Karen Y. Holmes, & Karen White, Norfolk State University; The Benefits of "Harnessing" Student Creativity, Thomas W. Hancock, Georgia Gwinnett College; Engaging Audio Learning with Voice-Over PowerPoint, Bob Reese, Jefferson College of Health Sciences; Collaborative Knowledge Development: Using Google Docs to Improve Learning, Chuck Robertson, North Georgia College & State University; Teaching Psychology as a Natural Science Online, Jeffrey Andre & Suzanne Baker, James Madison University; Lurking on the Internet: Psychopathology on the Web, Joseph Lowman, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill & Matthew B. Sacks, Touro College South; Online Mastery Psychology Survey Course, Lonnie Yandell, Belmont University; Evaluating, Mentoring, and
Observing Online Faculty, Michael T. Eskey, Park University; A Web-Enhanced Live-recorded Psychology Television Course: Melded Technologies, Meg Milligan & Mike Adams, Troy University; Effect of Course Delivery Format on Course Outsomes for a Research Mehtods Class, Mukul Bhalla, Argosy University-Washington DC Campus, Michelle green, Argosy University-Online Campus, & Debra Huntley, Argosy University-Twin Cities Campus; Walk Before You Run: A WebQuest Promoting Information Literacy, Charles M. Huffman & Mary L. Story-Huffman, Georgia Southwestern State University; Enter the Pod: Restructuring the Physical Classroom Through Technology, Holly A Haynes, Georgia Gwinnett College
CALL FOR POSTERS
We are still accepting additional poster proposals on topics related to the conference topic. Please submit the poster title (max of 10 words) and a list of all presenters/authors (full name, affiliation, address, and e-mail for each), and 100 word or less description to Bill Hill (bhill@kennesaw.edu). The poster proposal deadline is Friday, September 12, 2008. For additional information, contact Bill Hill at bhill@kennesaw.edu or 770-423-6410.
Registration Deadline: Friday, September 26, 2008
The registration fee includes all refreshments and meals during the conference (2 lunches, continental breakfast, dinner, breaks, and receptions, including 2 free drinks) and conference materials. Faculty who are members of the Society for the Teaching of Psychology (Division 2 of the American Psychological Association) can take advantage of a special pre-registration fee of $190. If you are not a STP member, the registration fee for college and university faculty is $220 for individuals, with a special team registration rate for two or more participants from the same institution of $190 each. HIGH SCHOOL TEACHERS, COMMUNITY COLLEGE FACULTY, GRADUATE STUDENTS, AND ADJUNCT FACULTY ARE INVITED TO ATTEND AT A SPECIAL CONFERENCE RATE OF $185. The fee after September 26, 2008 is $245 for all participants, which is on a SPACE AVAILABLE basis. REFUND POLICY: A full refund is available with notification of cancellation by 5:00PM on Monday, September 29, 2008, with no refund after that date.
Registration can only be done online.
To register go to the KSU Mall (https://www.kennesaw.edu/ksumall) and complete the steps listed below. If you have any problems or questions about registration, please contact Ms. Lynn Lamanac at CETL (Phone: 770-423-6410; e-mail: llamanac@kennesaw.edu)
1. Select CETL from among the “Store” options.
2. On the next page you see, select “Best Practices 2008: Getting Connected.”
3. At this point you will select the payment method. Click on the “View Details” button next to “Best Practices 2008: Getting Connected” with the prices $185-220. On the next page, select your registration category and then click on “add to cart.”
4. Complete the registration form and questions on the next page you will see and follow the prompts to pay.
CONFERENCE LOCATION & ACCOMMODATIONS
Lodging
Conference sessions and lodging will be at the Crowne Plaza Atlanta-Perimeter NW Hotel, located at 6345 Powers Ferry Road off I-285 at Exit 22, which is one exit east of the junction of I-75 and I-285. Rooms are available at a special conference rate of $97 (single or double). To make a room reservation, call 770-955-1700 and ask for the Best Practices Conference rate (group code - BPC) at the ATLANTA-PERIMETER NW. We CANNOT guarantee room availability at the conference rate after September 4, 2008, so make your reservations early!
Travel
Driving:
The Crowne Plaza Atlanta-Perimeter NW Hotel is conveniently located at 6345 Powers Ferry Road off I-285 at Exit 22, which is one exit east of the junction of I-75 and I-285.
Flying:
If flying into Atlanta, from the Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport there are several options for reaching the conference hotel. WE DO NOT RECOMMEND TAKING A TAXI DIRECTLY FROM THE AIRPORT BECAUSE OF THE DISTANCE AND HIGH COST.
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You can take the Metro Atlanta Rapid Transit System (MARTA) directly from the airport to the Dunwoody (Perimeter Mall) station. The hotel offers a free shuttle service at specific times to and from this station. PLEASE CONTACT THE HOTEL IN ADVANCE TO COORDINATE ARRIVAL TIMES WITH THEIR SHUTTLE AND RESERVE A SPACE ON THE SHUTTLE TO OR FROM THE MARTA STATION. Taxi service to the hotel is also available from this station. Call the hotel for recommended taxi companies (1-770-955-1700).
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Sponsoring Organizations
Society
for the Teaching of Psychology (APA Division 2)
National Institute on the Teaching
of Psychology (NITOP)
Center for Excellence in Teaching
& Learning, Kennesaw State University
Co-Sponsoring Organizations
Psi
Chi, The National Honor Society in Psychology
If you have questions about the conference, please contact Bill
Hill at bhill@kennesaw.edu.
