EDUCAUSE Review Articles; User Expectations; and Articles, Papers, and Reports

Conference Connections: Rewiring the Circuit

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Title:Conference Connections: Rewiring the Circuit (ID: ERM0820)
Author(s):George Siemens (University of Manitoba), Peter Tittenberger (University of Manitoba), and Terry Anderson (Athabasca University)
Origin:EDUCAUSE Review Articles (03/14/2008)
Type:Articles, Papers, and Reports
Abstract:

Increased openness, two-way dialogue, and blurred distinctions between experts and amateurs have combined with numerous technology tools for dialogue, personal expression, networking, and community formation to “remake” conferences, influencing not only how attendees participate in but also how organizers host conferences today.

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Compartments, Customers, or Convergence?

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Title:Compartments, Customers, or Convergence? (ID: ERM0731)
Author(s):Gregory A. Jackson (University of Chicago)
Origin:EDUCAUSE Review Articles (2007)
Type:Articles, Papers, and Reports
Abstract:

Compartmentalization no longer works, and focusing on customers no longer suffices. Satisfying customer expectations through compartmentalized services and activities must give way to engaging customers through convergent services and activities.

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From Wires to Users

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Title:From Wires to Users (ID: ERM0429)
Author(s):Roger McDonald (University of California, Davis)
Origin:EDUCAUSE Review Articles (2004)
Type:Articles, Papers, and Reports
Abstract:

The author discusses how, now that IT infrastructure has reached its goal, it is important to focus on the users getting the most out of IT.

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Slow Change in a Fast Culture

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Title:Slow Change in a Fast Culture (ID: ERM0355)
Author(s):Morris W. Beverage, Jr. (Lakeland Community College)
Origin:EDUCAUSE Review Articles (2003)
Type:Articles, Papers, and Reports
Abstract:The author explores the clash between fast changing technology and those in academia who are slow to adapt this technology into their professional life.
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IT Service and Users' Expectations: A Balancing Act

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Title:IT Service and Users' Expectations: A Balancing Act (ID: ERM0139)
Author(s):John Bucher (Kansas State University)
Origin:EDUCAUSE Review Articles (2001)
Type:Articles, Papers, and Reports
Abstract:The author discusses the difficulty of meeting user expectations of customer service while feeling the constraints of tight budgets and limited IT staff.
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