For Immediate Release
Contact: Valerie Chernek
410-871-2670
vchernek@donjohnston.com
TRLD Announces 2009 Conference Theme
"Opening Doors to Universal Learning"
Keynote Speaker, David Warlick
May 9, 2008 Volo, IL – The theme of TRLD 2009 – the Technology, Reading & Learning Diversity Conference is "Opening Doors to Universal Learning" to be held January 22-24th 2009 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, San Francisco, CA.
TRLD celebrates 27 years of educational programming and is known for its professional development activities to leverage the collective intelligences of its participants. Attendees will learn to apply successful intervention models, ways to implement systemic reform, new strategies to prepare tomorrow’s teachers and innovative technologies to enhance literacy skills.
Educators of all specialties will participate in small, intimate discussion venues to explore the realities of providing equitable and flexible access for students in the digital age. Sessions focus on 21st century skills, assessment and accountability, brain-based learning, bridging the gap between general and special education, ELL, policy and advocacy, UDL, multiple intelligences, learning modalities and more.
David Warlick, educator, author and national speaker, will keynote as well as present workshops along with other nationally known speakers and trainers. Mr. Warlick will outline a 'learning roadmap around contemporary literacy and strategies' in an educational and digital age governed by information.
TRLD conference planners boast a one-of-a-kind learning environment for participants to learn about and discuss critical issues facing K-12 and higher education. Mary Krenz, TRLD Professional Services Director, said, "We pay a lot of attention to understanding how adults learn and retain knowledge. Our conference isn't a speaker stand up and present model; rather, it is a group of professionals working side by side with field experts on hands-on applications and interactive workshops. Our keynote speaker, David Warlick has a way of enlightening educators by providing thought-provoking questions and answers to describe the educational landscape and opportunities for systemic change. His notions of expanding literacy to address a rapidly-changing education system will encourage us to approach teaching and learning in new ways to support differentiated learners."
New to TRLD 2009 is the addition of the TAM member organization, (Technology and Media), a sub-division of CEC, the Council for Exceptional Children. TAM President, Dr. Tara Jeffs, said, "TAM is delighted to be a part of this meaningful event. TRLD enables innovative thinkers and implementers of technology and instruction at all education levels to carry out the mission to move the fields of assistive technologies and literacy instruction forward to reach new levels of reform."
A call for proposals to present at TRLD 2009 is open until June 2, 2008. Interested educators, speakers and practitioners who are changing the education landscape through best practices and the use of technology are encouraged to submit. Vendors who reserve and pay for booth space by June 30th receive one 60-minute session. Contact Linda Hoening at 1-888-594-1249 or email at lhoening@donjohnston.com for details.
About David Warlick - David Warlick has been a classroom teacher, district administrator, and staff consultant with the North Carolina State Department of Public Instruction. For ten years, Mr. Warlick has operated The Landmark Project, a consulting, and innovations firm in Raleigh, North Carolina. His web site, Landmarks for Schools, serves more than a half-million visits a day with some of the most popular teacher tools available on the Internet. David is the author of three books on instructional technology and 21st century literacy, and has spoken to audiences throughout the US, Canada, Europe, Asia, and South America.
About TRLD - TRLD (Technology, Reading & Learning Diversity) focuses on professional development strategies and learning opportunities to open the door to universal learning for all students. Educators explore how to provide equitable and flexible access to learning concepts and ideas to empower students in the digital age to become active learners. TRLD is renowned for bringing together educators from all levels in a unique 'think-tank' environment to leverage the collective intelligences of colleagues and field experts in hands-on, interactive sessions and workshops.
About TAM – Technology and Media Division of Council for Exceptional Children
The Technology and Media (TAM) Division of the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) works to promote the availability and effective use of technology and media for individuals with exceptional learning needs. TAM supports educational participation and improved results for individuals with disabilities and diverse learning needs through the selection, acquisition, and use of technology. In addition, TAM provides services to CEC members, federal, state and local education agencies, and to business and industry regarding the current and future uses of technology and media with individuals with exceptionalities.
