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The Sixth SICET Annual International Convention
Cyber Change: Learning In Our Connected World Anaheim, California October 26-30, 2010 As one of the affiliates of AECT, SICET convention theme will be the same as AECT's – Cyber Change: Learning in Our Connected World. In keeping with the conference theme, we look forward to proposals that feature the use of advanced information and communications technologies for remote presentation, including special tracks for Second Life and Present@Distance sessions. Traditional proposals that present findings and discuss important developments in research and practice are also welcome. The rapid evolution of Web 2.0 Technologies has generated a level of communication and interaction never before possible. In response, the National Science Foundation recently generated a 21th century research agenda that specifically focuses on cyber learning, providing a call for action on research in how such technological systems may be effectively leveraged for the enhancement of learning. In support of this goal, this year’s conference will focus on the exploration of the transformational potential that these networked innovations hold for education as well as share current research and best practices related to these developments. Presentations related to the following five sub-themes are encouraged: 1. Social Networking for Teaching and Learning The mission of SICET is to establish and strengthen academic international connections, exchanges, research, and studies in educational technology for teaching and learning, as well as to promote the application of educational technology in Chinese education. SICET encourages proposals from international Chinese scholars in order to improve research in this community, mentor those new to the field, and enhance connections and relationships between Chinese and international scholars. This is a great opportunity to share your experiences, expertise and knowledge with international scholars in the field of educational technology.
To recognize your scholarly endeavors and academic contribution to the community, SICET will present the following awards at the annual convention. 1. A Best Presentation Award - SICET will grant the Best Presentation Award to a presenter who will present at SICET annual conference. The award recipient will be elected by the audience and receive a Certificate of The Best Presentation at SICET general session. 2. A Best Paper Award - Among the full papers submitted to the AECT proceedings, a Best Paper will be selected by SICET review board. The full paper must be submitted to the SICET convention chair at the same time when it is submitted to AECT proceedings. The submission date will be announced every year before the convention. The award recipient will receive a Certificate for Best Paper at SICET general session and the paper will be submitted to one of the SICET journals for publication. 3. A Best Student Presentation Award - The SICET Best Student Presentation Award will be granted to a student who present at SICET annual conference. The selection will be based on the evaluations from the audience. A Certificate for The Best Student Presentation will be granted at SICET general session. 4. Student Presentation Awards - In order to encourage student members to attend SICET annual conference, SICET will award the key student presenters for one-year membership. If a presentation has multiple student presenters, only the first/key student presenter will receive one year membership for free. If the student has multiple presentations, he/she can receive one year free student membership only. In order to involve all members in SICET development and build members’ ownership, conference proposal review will call for reviewers. Any member who is interested in serving SICET can apply to participate. Applicants’ qualifications will be reviewed by the Board. Conference Chair and the Board will lead and facilitate the review process.
Proposals Closing Date: February 14, 2010 The review process will be completed within six weeks of the proposal Closing Date. To submit proposals, click: http://convention3.allacademic.com/one/aect/aect10/ If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact: Dr. Juhong Liu, Convention Planning Assistant (liujc@jmu.edu) Dr. Tina Wu, Convention Chair (wuprofessor@gmail.com) |