ADVISORY/Congressman Istook Convenes Leading Educators and Researchers to Advance Technology in Learning at Conference Hosted by SRI International.Assignment Desks/Education Writers ADVISORY...for Tuesday Tuesday: see week. (May 25) --(BUSINESS WIRE)--On Tuesday, May 25, SRI International's Center for Technology in Learning will host a one-day conference Advancing Learning with Networked Handhelds: Toward a School-Based Research Testbed. SRI International (company) SRI International - One of the world's largest contract research firms. Founded in 1946 in conjuction with Stanford University as the Stanford Research Institute, they later became fully independent and were incorporated as a non-profit organisation under U.S. is honored hon·or n. 1. High respect, as that shown for special merit; esteem: the honor shown to a Nobel laureate. 2. a. Good name; reputation. b. to host this unique conference to advance the field of wireless handhelds for learning. The conference will be held in Oklahoma City Oklahoma City (1990 pop. 444,719), state capital, and seat of Oklahoma co., central Okla., on the North Canadian River; inc. 1890. The state's largest city, it is an important livestock market, a wholesale, distribution, industrial, and financial center, and a farm at the Presbyterian Health Foundation Conference Center in collaboration Working together on a project. See collaborative software. with Oklahoma Congressman Ernest Istook, Oklahoma State Superintendent Sandy Garrett Sandy Garrett is an American Democratic politician from the US state of Oklahoma. Garrett is currently serving as the Oklahoma Superintendent of Public Instruction. She was first elected to this office in 1990, and again in 1994, 1998, 2002, and 2006. and the Oklahoma Department of Education.
Event: Advancing Learning with Networked Handhelds:
Toward a School-Based Research Testbed
Date: Tuesday, May 25
Press Conference: 8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Presentations: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location: Presbyterian Health Foundation Conference Center
655 Research Parkway, Suite 100
Oklahoma City, OK 73104
Press Contact: Ellie Javadi, SRI International
650-859-4874
ellie.javadi@sri.com
Leaders in research and industry, as well as teachers and students, will illustrate the potential of handheld computers A computing device that can be easily held in one hand while the other hand is used to operate it. The Palm devices are a popular example. See Palm, smartphone and palmtop. in education. The audience includes congressional leaders and decision-makers in the Department of Education. Press members are encouraged to attend this exciting and significant conference. To register or to schedule a teleconference briefing, please contact Ellie Javadi at 650-859-4874 or ellie.javadi@sri.com. Story Ideas -- What has been learned from large-scale implementations of handheld technology in Oklahoma schools and elsewhere? -- What are the benefits and impact of wirelessly networked handheld computers on teaching and learning? -- What scientific research exists on the effectiveness of handheld technology in improving teaching and learning? -- What are some initiatives that will promote student achievement in mathematics, science, and reading; to increase access to technology; to help students with disabilities; and to enhance teachers' effectiveness? |
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