Participants took their first steps toward connecting and collaborating during the opening session of Big Ideas Fest. Participants were asked to discuss personal stories about how their personal learning experiences were influenced by the issues of access, cost, and quality of education.
Examples of stories shared include:
Who’s got the Big Idea Fest buttons? Well, I do! As resident “Button Lady” at Big Ideas Fest 2010, I am in charge of providing Big Ideas Fest attendees with information about the variety of buttons they can earn, wear, or give away while at the Big Ideas Fest. These buttons say things such as, “U inspire me,” “I’m tweeting,” “Went for a swim,” or “Geek on duty.” So why would buttons like these be important? After all, why would grown ups be excited about getting and trading buttons?
In just 3 short days, Big Ideas Fest will begin at the Ritz-Carlton in Half Moon Bay.
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