Last changed: Jun 21, 2009 12:24 by
Karen Huffman Labels:
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I have been attending SLA's annual conference off and on for the last 10 and have enjoyed numerous opportunities to speak during numerous sessions as well as facilitate continuing education programs. Engaged networks, flexible formats and opportunities for growth were my three key takeaways from this year's conference:
- Engaged networks: It was wonderful to watch the growth in conference attendees as well as in our virtual communication channels like Twitter. I loved the ease of connecting face-2-face with friends, colleagues, and many KM division members and sharing how we are and/or could be making a difference in and outside our workplaces.
- Flexible formats: We have learned over and over again how one-size does not fit all. I thirst for ideas, information, and ultimately knowledge...i.e., ways to internalize what I learn to evolve who I am and what I can offer to others. I enjoyed the ability to attend, facilitate, and co-speak at a variety programs including continuing education programs, unconference sessions, KM-sponsored programs highlighting the research and best practices of KM professional, and more!
- Opportunities for growth: After listening to and learning from our KM division members, I would like to direct my energies to creating opportunities for involvement and engagement within our KM division. We are a young division and it's time to move forward on strengthening our ties and commitment to growing our KM resources and educating each other on KM techniques and best practices. Our board/advisory board will review survey responses and will post opportunities on our listserv and wiki, so members can play a more active role this upcoming year.
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