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What is Collaborative Communities 2003?
Collaborative Communities 2003 is a virtual conference conducted online, over
a four-day period. Like traditional face-to-face conferences, Collaborative Communities
2003 provides access to presentations by industry experts, networking opportunities,
and a variety of resources including white papers, articles, tools and templates,
reference lists and other information. The entire event is accessible via the
Internet using a standard web browser and attendees can login and participate
at any time that fits their schedule, day or night. |
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Who should attend?
If you are involved in any of the following areas, Collaborative Communities 2003
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Distance Learning & Education |
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Associations & Networking Organizations |
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Project Collaboration |
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Customer & Partner Relationship Management |
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Leadership Development |
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Human Resources |
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Knowledge Management |
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Information Technology |
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Collaboration Technology |
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Organizational Development |
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Online Communities |
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Communities of Practice |
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How does a virtual conference work?
A virtual conference is like a traditional conference but attendees don’t
need to travel, incur travel expenses, or spend time going to and from the event
– the entire conference is held online over a specific period of time. Accessible
through a password protected website, the conference includes all of the tools
and technology necessary to deliver content-rich presentations, provide useful
resources, and foster a true "learning community."
Through real-time and asynchronous (occurring over time) interactions, attendees
participate in introductions, presentations, Q&A sessions, informal networking
and even facilitated "breakout groups". Most of the presentations are
delivered in the form of narrated PowerPoint slideshows that can be accessed and
viewed at any time during the conference. Attendees may then post questions and
interact with the presenter and each other inside the presenter’s virtual
conference room.
A "Virtual Café" provides a forum for structured networking and
breakout group collaborations on attendee-defined topics. A directory of participant
profiles, instant messaging and virtual meeting rooms encourage additional networking
and knowledge sharing. In addition, a variety of resources including speakers’
presentations, white papers, articles, and website links are available to all
participants through a searchable knowledgebase. |
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Why does the conference last for four days?
The conference lasts for four days to ensure that you have ample opportunity to
see all presentations, ask questions and obtain answers, and network with others.
Since most presentations, virtual conference rooms, and breakout group areas involve
asynchronous (over time) interactions, four days allows sufficient time for people
to login and participate in ways that fit their busy schedules. |
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How much does it cost?
The registration fee is US $199. |
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Once the conference is over, will I have access to
the archives?
Yes. The conference site will remain open and accessible for 60 days following
the end of the event. |
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Are there special group rates or group activities
available?
Yes. If you have a group of four or more people, click the group registration
link on the Registration form and we will provide you with a group discount. In
addition, we will create a private collaboration space along side the other conference
activities so your group can discuss implications and ideas pertinent to your
organization. |
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What are the technical requirements to participate?
To participate, all you need is an Internet connection (at least 56K recommended),
web browser, and Macromedia’s
free Flash plug-in. If you’re using Windows you’ll need either Internet
Explorer version 5 or later or Netscape Navigator version 6.2 or later. If you’re
using a Mac, you’ll need Netscape Navigator 6.2 or later. |
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Do firewalls pose any problems for participation?
Our online conference platform can be accessed through any firewall since it is
html-based, doesn't require any proprietary downloads and only uses standard port
80. All presentations are delivered using Macromedia's Flash technology which
is also accessible through firewalls. If you're still concerned about firewall
access, click
here to perform a test. If you can view and hear the presentation, you'll
be able to access the conference just fine. If you experience problems, contact
us and we'll be glad to help you.
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if you should register? Consider the benefits: |
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One-tenth the cost of traditional conferences |
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Flexible event schedule - attend anytime during the week |
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Downloadable presentations & practical resources |
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Connect directly with experts |
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Network with other attendees |
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Group discounts |
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Register
Now! |
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