TechTutor to tackle tech-based education tools

MANILA, Philippines - Technology has entered all aspects of the workplace, including education. As schools evolve and continually embrace educational technologies into the classroom, it only makes sense that information technology be incorporated into teaching and learning. The tools are there, how to maximize them is the challenge.

TechTutor 2, an annual seminar conducted by IT personality Jerry Liao, is dedicated to explore the role of technology in enhancing all facets of education and personal and professional development.

In 2009, more than 5,000 people attended the first TechTutor seminar. On Sept. 28-29, people are again expected to troop to SM Megatrade Hall 3 to witness the annual TechTutor seminar, which aims to provide the opportunity for educators, school leaders, and policymakers to interact with and learn from education researchers, thought leaders and expert practitioners from around the country.

The objective of the seminar is to equip students, educators and future entrepreneurs with the skills for turning their ideas and ambition into action and to generate new ideas and practices for integrating technical tools to improve education. 

This will make technology use more effective in instruction, and encourage an open dialogue between experts and parents on how these technological advancements will be utilized for the betterment of the community.

The seminar will focus on collaborative Web environments focused on wikis, microblogging, and other social media applications.

The cloud computing solutions like the new Microsoft Office 2010 has evolved to a point where traditional IT processes and job duties are no longer required and less time is needed to support learners and educators.

Moreover, the Web 2.0 environment has evolved to make it easier for non-tech-savvy users to integrate technology with little tech support. Threats and dangers that surround the Web and the entry of Web 3.0 will also be discussed during the seminar.

The latest products and solutions will be showcased by companies like Acer, BlackBerry, Canon, Dell, HP, Lenovo, LG, Microsoft, Samsung, Powermac, RedFox, Western Digital, and WSI. 

Other partners include Apple, ASI, Asiantech, Belkin, BenQ, Lacie, NEO Computers, PC Gilmore, Philips Go Gear, STI, Suzuki and Viewsonic.

Education managers/directors, technology specialists, teachers, academic advisors, education researchers, ICT experts, IT managers and parents are all encouraged to attend this once-a-year seminar.

TechTutor 2 is supported by the following media entities: GMA-7, QTV-11, Studio 23, Business Mirror, BusinessWorld, Manila Bulletin, The Philippine STAR, Brainshare, Infochat, Inquirer.net, WebTV, BudgetWise, TechInnovations, Tech&Style, Jam 88.3, Wave 89.1, Magic 89.9, 99.5RT, and MaxFM.

Attendees will also get the chance to win raffle prizes like laptop computers, printers, mobile phones, and a lot more. Tickets are available at Ticketnet outlets and SM Cinemas. For more information, visit www.infochat.com.ph/powertips.