Program Descriptions
May 19 - 21, 2008
Honolulu Community College

Sessions will be presented in track groupings to accommodate most attendee's interests. For maximum scheduling flexibility and to allow attendees to choose from the variety of options, the material presented will be repeated over the course of the 3 days.

Please note that some of the sessions span multiple blocks. Attendees should attend both blocks (e.g. Mac 101 Parts 1 and 2) on the same day.

A limited number (about 20) computers are provided for use in each of the "hands-on" tracks. We strongly recommend one attendee per computer, and we expect strong demand for these workshops. So, please arrive early for first-come, first-served seating in the hands-on sessions. The registration process does not serve as a reservation for a seat in any of the sessions.

Attendees wishing to bring their own systems should have the relevant software loaded and the latest updates installed. Some classes will follow the use of sample material pre-loaded on the lab machines, so please come early to ask the instructor for a copy of the material if you're bringing your own computer. Also note that access to AC power may be limited in these rooms. Due to the short time-frame provided for each session, instructors will not have time to trouble-shoot computers brought in by attendees.

For attendees not used to using a trackpad, you are welcome to bring a USB mouse for use during the labs.

Below is a full description of each track and their corresponding workshops. Next to each track title is a list of attendee “types” to help attendees identify tracks most appropriate for their occupations.

Note: Track 7 just added... Please scroll down to see the description.

Track 1 - Virtually There (Educators, Technicians)

Explore current and developing methods for deploying rich educational content to students. Technologies can be used to develop multiple modalities of reaching students, sharing work and collaborating with peer groups. This lecture-based track will highlight various technologies in use today such as iChat for collaboration, Podcast Producer for automating podcasts and video podcasting for those ready to move on to more robust communications.

Client Collaboration Tools

Learn how client-side tools such as iChat, iChat Theater and Screen sharing can make real time collaboration easy. Extend the reach of your classroom without ever leaving your school! These tools can help you easily conduct virtually meetings with colleagues, sister schools, and subject matter experts from the comfort of your classroom.

Server Collaboration Tools

Enhanced collaboration is easier than ever! Hear how the latest technologies can help you and your students with projects that require teamwork and sharing. Wikis, blogs, calendar sharing and chat are tools you can use today to make your lessons releveant and engaging. Leopard Server makes this a reality.

Podcast Producer Demonstration

Now that you know how valuable podcasting is as a teaching aide, project outcome, showcase of best practices, learn how this exciting new server based solution automates the podcast workflow.

Podcast Producer: The Infrastructure

The focus of this session is how you can design, plan and create a Podcast Producer Infrastructure to support your academic needs. A technical track for those who support an environment in which podcasting is starting to take hold in their schools. You'll learn ways to help support this efficiently.

Video Podcasting

Ready to take the next steps in podcasting? This advanced podcasting session is for the advanced podcaster who can create podcasts readily. This session will cover topics such as Screenflow, Profcast and other tools to take podcasts to the next level.

Track 2 - Maximum Mac (Educators, Administrators, Technicians new to Macs)

Learn how to get the most out of your Mac. Geared towards new Mac users, those considering a switch to Mac, and even experienced Mac users who are looking for some tips and tricks to help them use their Macs more efficiently. This track is hands-on with systems provided by Apple. Space is limited, so arrive early for a seat. You are welcome to bring your own Mac with OS X Leopard

Mac 101

OS X Leopard has changed the way many people use their computers. Learn about breakthrough technologies like Spotlight, Dashboard, iChat, Smart and Burn folders to make you more efficient. Learn about accessibility features such as Zoom and VoiceOver which can help you address students with special needs. Speak another language? No problemo! Learn how to quickly switch keyboard settings to type in different language.

Digital Media 101

This session focuses on sharpening your digital skills using the multimedia suite, iLife '08. Learn how to work the multimedia workflow to your advantage, helping you to work quicker and more efficiently. Some familiarity with iLife is recommended.

iWork 101

Extend the power of iLife. Learn about the power of iWork and how it integrates with iLife. Create high quality presentations with professional quality effects. Access the power of Pages, a word processor and a desktop publisher, that allows you to create newsletters quickly and professionally.

Track 3 - Kick It Up a Notch! (Educators, Administrators, Technicians)

Final Cut Primer

This two-part workshop will provide users new to Final Cut Studio with a hands-on introduction to the most popular professional video editing solution on the market. If you’re considering a move from iMovie (or any other non-linear editor), this workshop will introduce you to the basics of post-production with Final Cut Studio.

iMovie '08

One of the bundled applications included in iLife '08, iMovie can be used in a number of different ways to enhance learning. Video projects are a pervasive tool for showcasing student’s critical thinking and often cross-disciplinary integration projects. Get your right brain ready to learn how this tool can help you create 21st century learning environment.

Track 4 - Podcasting (Educators, Administrators)

This is a hands-on track for educators wanting to explore podcasting. Space is limited, so arrive early for a seat.

Produce Your Own Podcast (A and B)

Two podcasting workshops are being offered. Each hands-on workshop consists of two, one-hour blocks. Participants will learn how to bring visual content and lectures together in a single file that can be published on a podcasting server and viewed on an iPod or PC/Mac. Space is limited for each session on a first come, first served basis. Participants with their own Mac notebooks running iLife '08 may participate as overflow attendees.

iTunes

The iTunes Store and iTunes U put a large library of content to work for K-12 and higher education schools, so users can easily search, download, and play course material just like they do music, movies, and TV shows. From rich resources such as NPR and PBS, to content from Beyond Campus, iTunes provides access to a vast repository of free educational and informative content. iTunes U delivers easy, 24/7 access to educational content from hundreds of top colleges, universities, and educationally focused organizations across the country. And it's accessible to anyone with a Mac or PC.

Students can sync iTunes Store and iTunes U content with any iPod or iPhone, so they can go right on learning while they catch a meal, walk to class, or work out at the gym. Using iTunes also keeps them motivated. Engaging students on their home turf, iTunes U offers audio and video that makes subjects more vivid than any printed page ever could.

This seminar based session will help educators understand how to leverage iTunes resources for accessing rich and dynamic content available to anyone with a Mac or PC connected to the internet.

Track 5 - Symbiosis (IT and the Technically-oriented)

The Mac and the Mac Server plays well in the enterprise. This lecture format track is geared towards technologists wanting to learn how to support Apple servers, mixed platform, and video production environments.

Next Generation Academic Computing

New platforms are available today that will change the face of computing for you and the classroom. What are the trends today that are the bellwethers for the future?

Creating a Seamless Environment

Apple’s multi-platform support capability provides compatibility at multiple levels. Learn how a mixed environment is a reality and can provide you with the best value for your investment in technology.

Building Your Sandbox

The Sandbox is the place where students can explore, create, learn and produce work using technology in a safe environment. This session will discuss how to create a relevant and safe computing environment for 21st century learners.

Macs in Science

Stay tuned….

Supporting the Enterprise

Learn techniques to help save time when doing large scale imaging and deployment. As a tool in education, the number of computers in school will only increase. Learn how this growth can be managed in a way that is scalable.

Track 6 - iLife '08 Redux (Educators, Administrators)

Revisit selected iLife '08 applications. For current Mac users wanting to get more out of the powerful applications that come with every Mac.

iPhoto
Learn advanced concepts and techniques for managing and manipulating digital images with iPhoto.

iWeb
Learn advanced concepts and techniques for creating exceptional web sites with iWeb.

GarageBand
Learn advanced concepts and techniques for creating and recording music in GarageBand.

Track 7 - Master Mac (Educators, Administrators, IT Techs)

Just Added

Strengthen your chops with Aperture, Advanced FCS techniques and Mac OSX Server Fundamentals

Final Cut Studio's Motion

Discover how Final Cut Studio's Motion allows editors to design 2D and 3D motion graphics in video projects using intuitive and powerful tools and an extensive library of ready made graphic elements. Learn how to use such effects as SmoothCam to steady shaky video footage and
optical flow technology to adjust the timing of video elements while maintaining pristine quality across video footage.

Final Cut Studio's Soundtrack Pro

Discover how to fly through audio editing and mixing with a streamlined interface that combines the multitrack Timeline and Waveform Editor in a single view. Easily create immersive soundtracks with innovative surround sound tools. Automatically conform your audio edit to changes made in your video edit. With its familiar interface and intuitive tools, Soundtrack Pro

is the next wave in audio post.

Mac OS X Server Fundamentals

Gain the skills, tools, and knowledge to implement and maintain a network that uses Mac OS X Server. (Creative Resources)

Digital Design

An exploration and demonstration of the digital design process starting with the camera then taking the images to the computer and
using Photoshop and InDesign to create a final image to be exported -- covers print, web, and email output.

Aperture Overview

Learn how the new Aperture is dramatically faster and easier to use, letting you organize, edit, and publish photos like a pro.