SLATE was created as the Midwest Blackboard Users Group, from the concept that all
institutions that are deploying and/or currently using Web-based
components to enhance their teaching and learning activities, have the
same questions, the same challenges, and the need for the same
solutions. By drawing together the expertise of the people involved in
the entire academic experience and those designing, supporting, and
using these applications; faculty support staff, systems
administrators, instructional designers, librarians, and students - a
broader and more accessible and dynamic support system could be
established. Our current membership comes from K-12, Higher Education,
and the Corporate sector.
The first meeting was held at the University of Chicago in May of 2002. The original core of eight institutions included; The University of Chicago, Northwestern University, Moraine Valley Community College, Joliet Junior College, Purdue University Calumet, DePaul University, Northern Illinois University, and Northeastern Illinois University. That number has grown to over 80 participating institutions across the country and has gained international recognition.
The SLATE mission: To support learning and technology in education through communication, collaboration, and innovation while developing a community of practice.
Next Meeting: March 21, 2012 Hosted by: Purdue University Calumet
Newest Members
| Announcements 2011 SLATE Star Award Winner
Congratulations to the NIU Faculty Development and Instructional Design Center for receiving the
2011 SLATE Star Award in recognition of outstanding contributions and dedicated service to SLATE 2011 Bb Catalyst Award Winners
Congratulations to the NIU Faculty Development and Instructional Design Center for receiving the
Bb Catalyst Award for Staff Development Congratulations to Ken Sadowski on receiving the
Bb Catalyst Award for Community Collaboration SLATE Article Published
| Conference SLATE 2012 10th Annual SLATE Conference Save the Date...!!! October 11-12, 2012 ***** NIU Naperville Campus (An exciting new location this year. A larger venue and the opportunity to offer more programs and sessions. Click here for additional information.) Call for Proposals coming in April |
