NBE 2007 - Programme

Keynote Speakers Professor Paul Kirschner, Utrecht University, The Netherlands: Instructional design for effective and enjoyable computer-supported learning Associate Professor Ricki Goldman, New York University, USA: In-Sites: Orion™ for Sharing Perspectives on Video Projects Associate Professor Cindy E. Hmelo-Silver, Rutgers University, USA: The power of technology for supporting complex learning Invited Speaker Lecturer Jonathan Foster, University of Sheffield, UK: Collaboration in learning-related information seeking
Final Programme(PDF)
Wednesday 13 June 2007
08.00-10.00	Registration
10.00-10.30	Opening of the Conference • Professor (Chair) Heli Ruokamo, Director, Centre for Media Pedagogy, University of Lapland, Finland • Rector Mauri Ylä-Kotola, University of Lapland, Finland
10.30-11.30	Keynote Speaker • Associate Professor Ricki Goldman, New York University, USA In-Sites: Orion™ for Sharing Perspectives on Video Projects
11.30-12.00	Coffee Break
12.00-13.30	Session I: ICT in Teaching and Learning
12.00-12.30	• Intertextual Elements of Children’s Explanations: The Development of Children’s Explanation Processes in Technology-Enriched Science Classrooms Satu Vasama, University of Tampere, Finland & Kristiina Kumpulainen, University of Helsinki, Finland
12.30-13.00	• The Roles of the Teacher in Using ICT: Examples of Four Types of Teachers Krista Uibu & Triin Marandi, University of Tartu, Estonia
13.00-13.30	• Suitability of Web-Based Learning for Different Learners Piret Luik, University of Tartu, Estonia
13.30-14.30	Lunch Break
14.30-15.30	Keynote Speaker • Associate Professor Cindy E. Hmelo-Silver, Rutgers University, USA The Power of Technology for Supporting Complex Learning
15.30-16.00	Coffee Break
16.00-18.15	Session II: Technological Tools in Education
16.00-16.30	• Streaming Media Lectures - a High Quality but Cost Effective Distribution of Learning Content Constance Richter, Bruno Jans, Michael Bauer, Helmut M. Niegemann, University Aalen, Germany
16.30-17.00	• Knowledge Management in Educational Organizations – Designing a Knowledge System Supporting Teachers in their Leadership Narin Mayiwar & Anneli Edman, Uppsala University, Sweden
17.00-17.15	Break
17.15-17.45	• Enhancing Learning with a Group Support System Facility Kalle Piirainen, Kalle Elfvengren, Samuli Kortelainen & Markku Tuominen, Lappeenranta University of Technology, Finland
17.45-18.15	• Underpinnings of Naturegate® R&D and Business Program for Teaching and Learning about, in and for Natural Diversity Mauri Åhlberg, Eija Lehmuskallio & Jouko Lehmuskallio, University of Helsinki, Finland
20.00-21.00	Welcoming Reception, Rovaniemi City Hall
Thursday 14 June 2007
09.00-09.45	Registration
09.45-10.00	Opening • Professor Kristiina Kumpulainen, Director of CICERO Learning, University of Helsinki, Finland
10.00-11.00	Keynote Speaker • Professor Paul Kirschner, Utrecht University, The Netherlands Instructional Design for Effective and Enjoyable Computer-Supported Learning
11.00-11.30	Coffee Break
11.30-13.00	Session III: Play and Game-Based Learning
11.30-12.00	• Teachers’ Expectations of Playful Learning Environments (PLEs) Pirkko Hyvönen, University of Lapland, Finland
12.00-12.30	• Space Treasure Outdoor Game in the Playful Learning Environment: Experiences and Assessment Marjaana Kangas, Pirkko Hyvönen, University of Lapland, Finland & Suvi Latva, University of Oulu, Finland
12.30-13.00	• Learning by Teaching: a Case Study on Explorative Behaviour in an Educational Game Harri Ketamo & Marko Suominen, Tampere University of Technology, Finland
13.00-14.00	Lunch Break
14.00-15.00	Invited Speaker • Lecturer Jonathan Forster, University of Sheffield, UK Collaboration in Learning-Related Information Seeking
15.00-15.30	Coffee Break
15.30-16.30	Session IV: Mobile Technologies in Teaching and Learning
15.30-16.00	• Reflective Learning and Facilitating Reflection with Authentic Learning Tools Antti Syvänen & Vesa Korhonen, University of Tampere, Finland
16.00-16.30	• Students’ Expectations of Data Security, Mobility and Computer- Supported Collaborative Learning on a Wireless Campus Hanna Räisänen, University of Lapland, Finland
19.00	Conference Dinner, Santamus, Arctic Circle Best Paper Award Closing of the Conference
Friday 15 June 2007
	- Optional Excursion "Play Evolution" - Optional Visit to Arktikum Exhibitions
For more information see Social Programme below.
Social Programme
The two evening events are included in the registration fee, but advance registration is required. The organisers reserve the right to change the program. Welcoming Reception Wednesday 13 June at 20.00-21-00 The Welcoming Reception will be hosted by the City of Rovaniemi and it will be held at the Rovaniemi City Hall (Hallituskatu 7) At walking distance from the hotels. Conference Dinner Thursday 14 June at 19.00 Conference Dinner, Santamus, Arctic Circle. Bus transfer will be provided.
Excursion "Play Evolution" "Play Evolution"- excursion to SmartUs playground on Kauko`s school on Friday 15 June, at 10.00- 12.00. At the playground you`ll see and try the latest play functions and learn more about innovative SmartUs interactive learning environment. You will love this event! The organizer is one of the European biggest playground equipment manufacturer Lappset Group Oy and it`s daughter company SmartUs Ltd. Advance registration required on the conference online registration form.
Visit to Arktikum Exhibitions Arktikum is a science centre, museum and unique architectural sight. The Provincial Museum of Lapland researches and presents the Lappish wilderness and cultural heritage moulded by it. The Arctic Centre presents the interaction between man and nature in the northern areas. The new exhibition of the Arctic Centre, The Arctic in Change, was opened for public 18 April. For more information see www.arktikum.fi. Arktikum is open every day at 10-18. The entrance ticket is 10€/person. No advance registration.
Programme Committee Ruokamo Heli (Chair), University of Lapland Kangas Marjaana, University of Lapland Lehtonen Miika, University of Lapland Alho Kimmo, University of Helsinki Engeström Yrjö, University of Helsinki Enkenberg Jorma, University of Joensuu Häkkinen Päivi, University of Jyväskylä Järvelä Sanna, University of Oulu Järvinen Pertti, University of Tampere Kumpulainen Kristiina, University of Helsinki Krause Christina, University of Helsinki Lehtinen Erno, University of Turku Lindblom-Ylänne Sari, University of Helsinki Lonka Kirsti, University of Helsinki Multisilta Jari, Tampere University of Technology Niemi Hannele, University of Helsinki Näätänen Risto, University of Helsinki Otala Leenamaija, Helsinki University of Technology Pohjolainen Seppo, Tampere University of Tampere Poikela Esa, University of Lapland Sams Mikko, Helsinki University of Technology Scheinin Patrik, University of Helsinki Seitamaa-Hakkarainen Pirita, University of Art and Design, Helsinki Smeds Riitta, Helsinki University of Technology Ståhle Pirjo, Turku School of Economics and Business Administration Sormunen Eero, University of Tampere Tirri Henry, University of Helsinki Vartiainen Matti, Helsinki University of Technology (Board members of CICERO and the Doctoral Programme for Multidisciplinary Research on Learning Environments, and contact persons in Web-Seal research project)