To get the most out of the #MIDTESOL16 conference experience, consider the following three technology tools and tips on how to use them before, during, and after the conference.
- CVENT – Our conference website provides you with a wealth of information at your fingertips including:
- featured speaker biographies
- conference agenda including hosted dinners
- overview of venue – Kansas City Marriott Downtown
- transportation and parking options
- weather and map widgets
- the ability to modify your registration
Did you know you can also use the site to network with others who are attending the conference? The “Attendees” button gives registered participants the ability to search for others who will be at #MIDTESOL16. For detailed directions, click here
- Social Media – MIDTESOL uses social media as a way to communicate more broadly with members and as a marketing tool. Not only can MIDTESOL share out current events, announcements, photos, and articles or websites of interest via social media, but it is also a great way for you to interact with the organization and network with others who have similar professional interests.
MIDTESOL uses a variety of media. Besides following or liking us at the accounts below, search #MIDTESOL for general news or information about our organization. Search #MIDTESOL16 for conference-related updates.
- Bring Your Own Device – EdTech Bazaar – One special feature of #MIDTESOL16 is the inaugural EdTech Bazaar. As technology use is increasingly integrated with language teaching, educators need hands-on, professional learning opportunities. The format of the EdTech Bazaar is small-group demonstrations by educators with experience integrating technology in a language education setting. From smartphones to laptops, participants bring their own devices (#BYOD) so they can test the tool or technique during the demonstration. For more information on the EdTech Bazaar, read the weekly feature written by EdTech Interest Section Co-Chairs, Summer Peixoto and Katie McClintic.
To facilitate ease of technology use at the conference, free WiFi is being provided for conference attendees. So #BYOD, join in the #MIDTESOL16 conversation now on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram, and get all the details you need from the conference website!
