Zen of Teaching

Myths surrounding the technology involved in teaching and learning are plentiful: Students attend face-to-face classes, but watch online lectures; courses can be delivered like a hamburger, the same for everyone. Such deep beliefs mold our educational system, and impede the necessary reform that the Web 2.0 and the new media revolution have triggered. This workshop will focus on how we can change these myths through the visions of many experts in the field — including Clay Shirky and Kathleen Fitzpatrick. An in-depth discussion will trigger ideas on our practices and perceptions of education.