summer

Opening Keynote Presentation
Kathy Sierra, Javaranch.com, Founder

Kathy Sierra has been interested in the brain and artificial intelligence since her days as a game developer (Virgin, Amblin', MGM). She is the co-creator of the bestselling Head First Series (finalist for a Jolt Software Development award in 2003, and named to the Amazon Top Ten Editors Choice Computer Books for 2003 and 2004).

She is also the founder of one of the largest community web sites in the world, javaranch.com. Kathy's passions are skiing, running, her Icelandic horse, gravity, and her latest favorite thing--Dance Dance Revolution.

Preconference Workshops

These extended-length workshops provides attendees the chance to explore a topic in depth or participate in hands-on training in a variety of new software programs. Preconference Workshops require advance registration and payment of a special fee in addition to the normal Summer Conference registration fees. All preconference sessions which will be held Wednesday, June 10, 2008.

Breakout Sessions

Breakout sessions are 75 minute presentations in a dedicated room. Time should be allowed for a 15 - 20 minute question and answer period at the end of a breakout session. Sessions can include presentations, panel discussions, and hands-on labs. Topics for a breakout session should include any of the previously mentioned Session Tracks .

This year, the program focused on four key tracks and are described below:

• On the Horizon
• Focus Track: Social Media and Networking
• Best Practices
• Tools and Techniques

On the Horizon

This track features sessions that explore the newest technologies applied to learning, communication, and creative expression, especially ones featured in the NMC Horizon Report. Topics may include, but are not limited to:

The 2009 NMC Summer Conference Call for Proposals is open now through February 16, 2009.

To submit a presentation proposal online, you must have log in to the NMC web site. If you do not have an account, create one now.

When submitting a proposal, each individual must login with their user name and password. The proposal system is tied to the individual membership records, but you will be able to add accounts for co-presenters. Be sure when logged in to edit your profile (via the My Account link on the left) so we have your correct mailing address, phone number, and contact information.

The 2009 NMC Summer Conference is hosted by California State University, Monterey Bay in Monterey, California.

For complete information about the conference, including full details on travel and lodging, look to the links to the left or go to the main conference information.

Conference Tracks

This year's program focuses on four key tracks:

• On the Horizon
• Focus Track: Social Media and Networking
• Best Practices
• Tools and Techniques

Session Types

Session proposals are solicited in one of four types:

• Breakout Session
• Five Minutes of Fame
• Poster and Interactive Sessions
• Preconference Workshops

To submit a presentation proposal online, you must have log in to the NMC web site. If you do not have an account, create one now.

The NMC Summer Conference offers many opportunities for NMC partners to showcase their products and services that enhance programs and initiatives for teaching and leadership to a variety of colleges and universities. NMC partners are eligible to participate in the Corporate Partner Showcase as part of their membership. In addition, there are many sponsorship opportunities available for partners to participate in.

2009 NMC Corporate Partner Showcase

The Corporate Partner Showcase will be held in conjunction with the Opening Reception on Wednesday, June 10 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. The fee for participation at the Corporate Partner Showcase as an exhibitor for the Summer Conference is dependent upon your level of membership. Please refer to the corporate partner benefits in order to determine your fees.

City of Monterey Information

• California State University, Monterey Bay