A heads up for what looks to be an interesting event on May 5th sponsored by ODI (Overseas Development Institute) and some good pals of mine. I’ve enjoyed working with Ben Ramalingam, Enrique Mendizabal and Simon Hearn over the years. I’m pleased to be one of the “discussants” with Rick Davies, someone whose work on evaluation I value … Continue reading Understanding and supporting networks – May 5 online event
Months ago I got an email from Trish at PKids, an organization devoted to childhood immunization and disease prevention, asking if I’d do a webinar in the way off future of February. Well, today was the day. Last week in preparation I realized I had to get my act together. With most of my current … Continue reading Twitter Thanks and Social Media and Public Health
The topic and practice of facilitating online meetings and webinars is cropping up all around my work and play life. People are asking a) when to use online meetings and b) how do to them – WELL! I am in the midst of preparing some resource materials, so I’d like to ask for your favorite … Continue reading What does it mean to facilitate an online meeting?
Alan Levine wrote a deliciously provocative post on last month that I’ve been meaning to comment upon, Five Ways to Run a Deadly Online Seminar . When I read it, my head was bobbing in agreement and recommendations. Alan shares 5 deadly things. I’d like to re-frame and talk about the skills we should be … Continue reading Raising the Bar on Online Event Practices
June 10th I’ll be joining the good folks at WebJunction to do an hour on technology stewardship in/at libraries. The full official details are below, but I also wanted to add that I’ll have two special guests who will make the difference – two librarians who work with these issues of technology and community every … Continue reading Technology Stewardship at Libraries – Free Online Event