AUC Academic Conference 1998

Flexible Learning: Exploring the myths and realities

The University of Melbourne
27-30 September 1990

The theme for 1998 is "Flexible Learning - Exploring the Myths and Realities". The 1998 Conference will allow academics, administrators and developers to exchange information, ideas, philosophies and practical advice on technology innovation, teaching and learning in a higher education environment. Leading practitioners will discuss the latest Apple technologies and their application to flexible learning in Higher Education. International speakers will discuss innovative developments overseas. Presentations and papers will be published Ü an ISBN number is allocated to the conference proceedings. Presentations will focus on three streams:

View the Conference Programme

Conference Proceedings on-line

Download the full conference brochure (pdf format, requires Acrobat 3) - includes flight and accomodation details and the Registration Form.

Keynote Speakers

Dr Blaine Alexander Price, MSc, PhD

The Open University, Milton Keynes, UK
Blaine Price is the chief Systems Strategist in the Knowledge Media Institute at the UK's Open University, one of the world's largest and most successful distance teaching universities. Blaine has pioneered OU's technologies for large-scale teaching via the internet across a range of pedagogic and administrative systems and has appeared on a number of BBC radio and television programs on the subject.

Dr Kristina Woolsey, Distinguished Scientist

Education Products and Solutions Marketing Department, Apple Computer Inc. USA
Dr Kristina Woolsey's academic credentials and extensive work in learning technology make her a highly sought international keynote, who tours extensively. When she's not travelling, Kristina works at Apple's campus in the Education Products and Solutions Marketing department.

Associate Professor Barry M Harper BSc, PhD

The University of Wollongong, Australia
Dr Barry Harper is an Associate Professor in Educational Technology and is a Director of the Interactive Multimedia Learning Laboratory within the Faculty of Education at the University of Wollongong. He was also project director for Investigating Lake Iluka and Exploring the Nardoo.

Professor Stuart Cunningham

Queensland University of Technology, Australia
Stuart Cunningham is Professor and Head, School of Media and Journalism. He is an author or editor of several books on Australian media, cultural policy and global television and he is also a Fellow of the Australian Academy of the Humanities; a Commissioner of the Australian Film Commission; a Deputy Director of the Australian Key Centre for Cultural and Media Policy; and the Chairperson of QPIX, Brisbane's Screen Resource Centre.

Dr Peter Stevens

General Manager, Strategic Marketing Standards, New Zealand
Prior to his appointment as General Manager Strategic Marketing at Standards New Zealand in July 1998, Peter was Senior Lecturer in Marketing and Director of the Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing at Victoria University of Wellington where he researched the interface between technology and marketing. He specialises in leveraging internet-based technologies for organisations.

Professor John Hedberg BSc, MEd, PhD

The University of Wollongong, Australia
Professor Hedberg is a Director of the Interactive Multimedia Learning Laboratory with primary responsibility for graduate programs and project direction. He has written and edited numerous books and articles in the area of instructional design and has been involved as an instructional designer on the multimedia titles Investigating Lake Iluka and Exploring the Nardoo.

About the Apple University Consortium

The Apple University Consortium (AUC) is a group of universities which work with Apple Computer to support the use of Macintosh computing technology on campus to further the goals of education. Raising computer awareness on campus is a key priority of each centre and this is achieved through newsletters, training, seminars and demonstrations. Apple Computer and AUC members are involved in the joint support of innovative uses of technology in education such as multimedia title development, interactive learning and CD-ROM technology through the use of the Apple University Development Fund (AUDF) administered by Apple and university staff. The AUC Executive Committee is responsible for liaising regularly with Apple Computer and the Consortium to ensure that the goals of each individual member are achieved.

Further information about the activities of the AUC can be obtained from:
AUC Chair, Stephen Young, University of Melbourne - s.young@its.unimelb.edu.au or
AUC Program Manager, Tony Maguire - tmaguire@asia.apple.com

For enquiries about the conference program and activities, please contact the AUC Program Manager Tony Maguire.

New Zealand delegates to contact: John Holley - j.holley@apple.co.nz or Nigel Birch - n.birch@ucc.co.nz

AUC Member Universities

Australia
Australian National University
Curtin University of Technology
Edith Cowan University
The Flinders University of South Australia
The University of Adelaide
The University of Melbourne
The University of Sydney
The University of Tasmania
University of Technology, Sydney
University of Western Sydney
The University of Wollongong

New Zealand
Massey University
The University of Auckland
University of Canterbury
The University of Otago
Victoria University of Wellington
The University of Waikato

Affiliated Universities
University of Canberra
Australian Defence Force Academy

Conference Background

The Apple University Consortium Academic Conferences have been run for the past ten years, approximately every two years. Locations for the conference have included Wollongong, Canberra, Brisbane, Christchurch and Perth. The conference provides an opportunity for higher education delegates in Australia and New Zealand to meet and explore new horizons in the application of computing technology in education.

Audience

The 1998 Academic Conference will allow academics, senior management, administrators and developers to exchange information, ideas, philosophies and practical advice on technology innovation, integration and implementation in a higher education environment. Delegates from any higher education institution in Australia and New Zealand are invited to attend.

Following the success and popularity of our 1996 conference in Brisbane, we are certain that this AUC Academic Conference will prove useful and stimulating to academics, administrators and innovators alike.

Accomodation

to suit everyone...

ST MARY'S COLLEGE

Single Rooms $43 per person
St Mary's College is affiliated with The University of Melbourne and provides basic and affordable accommodation. The College is conveniently located on Swanston Street, a short walk from the University. Guests are accommodated in single bedrooms which are carpeted, heated in winter and contain a wash basin and telephone. Bathrooms are shared. In each wing there are laundry and ironing facilities. Facilities include TV rooms, billiard and table tennis facilities and a large dining room. Breakfast daily is included in the above cost.

RYDGES CARLTON HOTEL (3 STAR)

Standard Room $128 per room per night
The Rydges Carlton is conveniently located just one block from the University of Melbourne, and an easy walk to the vibrant cafes and restaurants of Lygon Street. All guest rooms feature STD/ISD direct dial phones, colour television tea & coffee making facilities. The hotel has a restaurant & bar, heated pool, guest laundry and valet service, 24 hour room service and security under cover car parking.

HOLIDAY INN PARK SUITES (4 STAR)

One Bedroom Suite $185.00 per room per night
Two Bedroom Suite $ 225.00 per room per night This is an all-suite hotel, located opposite the Royal Exhibition Building on Exhibition Street. The spacious one and two bedroom suites are equipped with separate lounge, dining area and fully equipped kitchen facilities. In addition, each suite has its own laundry with washing machine, dryer, iron and ironing board. The hotel has a restaurant and cocktail bar, room service, daily housekeeping, 24 hour reception, indoor heated pool and sauna.

SAVOY PARK PLAZA (4 1 / 2 STAR)

Standard Rooms $155.00 per room per night
Deluxe Rooms $175.00 per room per night
The Savoy Park Plaza is one of Melbourne's finest 4 star boutique style hotels, located in Little Collins Street. Rooms are superbly appointed, with amenities and service second to none. All rooms are air-conditioned, and have mini-bar, colour TV, video movies, radio, IDD telephones and 24 hour room service. The hotel has two elegant restaurants, two bars and a gymnasium, laundry/valet service, 24 hour reception.

CONFERENCE INCLUSIONS

Full registration includes:

Full registration DOES NOT include dinner on Monday 28 September, any accommodation or flight costs.

Day registration includes:

Day Registration DOES NOT include:
Delegate satchel, program booklet, CD copy of conference proceedings or Social Functions.

Cancellation Fee

100% on the day; 1 week's notice 50%; 30 days notice 25%.

New Zealand Delegates

New Zealand delegates are advised to book their flights through their local travel agent as airfares will be cheaper from the port of origin. Please register by completing the registration form in the brochure (requires Acrobat 3) and return to Internet as usual. Accommodation can still be booked through Internet Conferences.