vra 2011 engaging new technologies presentation technologies

Engaging New Technologies - Organizer: Meghan Musolff, University of MichiganModerator: Betha Whitlow, Washington University in St. LouisSpeakers: Tracy Bergstrom, University of Notre Dame; Sarah Carter, Ringling College of Art and Design; Heather Cleary, Otis College of Art and Design; Bryan Loar, SC Search Consultants; Meghan Musolff, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor; Greg Reser, University of California, San Diego; John Trendler, Scripps College; Suzanne Walsh, Independent Consultant Abstract: This fast-paced 90 minute session will demonstrate a rich variety of new technologies and provide concrete examples on how to engage with this array of contemporary products, services, and tools. Utilizing the expertise of tech-savvy presenters from both ARLIS and VRA, the session will provide a basic knowledge of new tools, demystifying them to empower session attendees to further investigate on their own. Emphasis will be given to technologies related to teaching, learning, and research environments and their practical applications for use in the library and visual resources environments. Host Organization(s): VRA