On behalf of the University of North Dakota and the Beyond Boundaries Planning Committee, I would like to invite you to attend the 7th Annual Beyond Boundaries Conference.

The conference is an outgrowth of the University's strategic plan, which recognizes the critical role information technology plays in instructional and research missions. Information technology has taken a central role in our institutions of higher education by enhancing teaching and learning, expanding the accessibility of student services, adding efficiency and effectiveness to our business operations, and making all of our programs more accessible.

With this conference, it is our hope to explore and share insights and best practices in the use of information technology. It is through the exchange of ideas and experiences that we will be better able to understand and utilize information technology to meet our institutional needs and missions.

I know that you have a great deal to learn from your colleagues.

Sincerely, Charles E. Kupchella President University of North Dakota

What is the Beyond Boundaries Conference?

The Beyond Boundaries Conference is designed to:

• Promote and encourage discussion about innovative practices using technology in teaching and learning
• Offer networking opportunities for higher education professionals in the region
• Identify major themes and issues
• Discuss current successes and challenges involved in integrating technology for effective teaching and learning in higher education
• Share current research and gain skills that are helpful in integrating technology in teaching and learning

Who Should Attend?

"Beyond Boundaries" highlights experiences and successes with technology in various learning environments. Conference sessions apply to those with beginner, intermediate and advanced knowledge about e-learning and are targeted for those involved in higher education, such as:

• Higher Education Faculty From All Disciplines
• Higher Education Administrators
• Curriculum Designers & Online Course Developers
• Distance Education Professionals
• Instructional & Information Technology Support Specialists
• Student Service Representatives
• Librarians
• Undergraduate & Graduate Level Students
• Individuals Interested in Integrating Technology into Teaching & Learning
• K-12 Professionals
  

Why Should YOU Attend?

Benefit from national experts, who will share their insights on integrating technology into higher education.

Explore best practices, successful (and unsuccessful) strategies, and techniques for implementing technology into teaching and learning by attending your choice of more than 40 information-packed sessions.

Gain enough in-depth information to effectively implement new technology into your teaching strategies.

Enhance your knowledge of e-learning by comparing online and traditional classroom delivery outcomes.

Network with more than 250 peers, colleagues and leaders in higher education from the upper Midwest and Canada at the Beyond Boundaries Reception held at the beautiful Ina Mae Rude Entrepreneur Center on Thursday, October 2.

Learn about the latest tools, tactics and advanced technologies needed to foster online learning.

Examine the latest products and services of companies who offer hardware, educational software and web activities that enhance e-learning by attending the vendor sessions.

Renew your enthusiasm for the endless possibilities technology can play in higher education by attending the “Technology Tidbits” session.

Engage with your peers during the "Birds of a Feather" discussions at lunch to revive your ideas.