Synopsis
In response to the increasing failure to successfully instruct through traditional conferences and learning environments, this comprehensive resource offers the first examination of, and guide to, the unconference” movement. Dissecting the impact of internet mob rule” on continuing education and training, this book shows how a new breed of digital solutionsincluding camps, unconferences,” and peer learning strategiessuccessfully put the power of knowledge in the hands of learners. In addition to providing a step-by-step approach to planning and leading a successful camp or unconference,” numerous case studies are presented, as well as interviews and examples of emerging education and training models for organizations, businesses, and community groups of all sizes.
About Michelle Boule
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Michelle Boule is a Geek Librarian living in Houston, Texas. Michelle went to Texas A&M University and received her MLS from Texas Woman's University. She was recently a social sciences librarian at the University of Houston. She now spends her time writing and consulting while trying to care for her growing brood of children and large dogs. In 2008, she was named a Library Journal Mover and Shaker. Michelle has created online learning environments, taught in-person classes, presented on a wide variety of technology and training subjects, shelved books, read books, written articles, organized unconferences, and participated in subversive activities in an effort to save the world. Michelle will read almost anything in book form, loves to cook, bake, go camping, and believes Joss Whedon is a genius. Michelle can be found online at A Wandering Eyre (wanderingeyre.com).
Published October 1, 2011
by Information Today, Inc..
224 pages
Genres:
Business & Economics, Education & Reference.
Non-fiction
