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SAN JOSE, Calif. – March 2, 2011 – Cisco will host a virtual forum for school and higher education leaders to discuss the role that technology can play in creating a “connected learning society” that fosters collaboration and communications, and transforms the learning experience.
Who: Opening remarks via video from Cisco Chairman and CEO John Chambers; college, university and K-12 educators; and education thought leaders. Program highlights include:
- Message from John Chambers
John Chambers, chairman and CEO, Cisco - The Global Journey to 21st Century Learning
Michael Stevenson, vice president, Global Education, Cisco - Making Schooling Relevant for Today’s World
Gregory B. Whitby, executive director of schools, Diocese of Parramatta, Australia - Rethinking Education Inside and Outside the Classroom
Salman Khan, founder, Khan Academy - Getting the Best Out of Professional Development
Gay Krause, founder, Krause Center for Innovation - The Future of Education: How Do We Get There?
Gene Wilhoit, executive director, Council of Chief State School Officers - Higher Education and K-12 Breakout Sessions
The event agenda and complete list of speakers and discussion topics are available here.