http://www.desire2learn.com/Fusion/ News, events and information about Desire2Learn Users Conferences. FUSION 2010 is in Chicago, Illinois, July 11 through 16, 2010. Educators, course designers, technical and system administrators come together from all over the world to share their knowledge about online teaching and learning. en-us Copyright 2010 Desire2Learn Incorporated. All rights reserved. http://www.desire2learn.com/about/terms/ Tue, 2 Mar 2010 15:01:36 EST Tue, 2 Mar 2010 15:01:36 EST http://www.desire2learn.com/rss/index.asp fusion@desire2learn.com (Desire2Learn Fusion) http://www.desire2learn.com/images/rss_logo.gif http://www.desire2learn.com/Fusion/ 128 28 http://www.desire2learn.com/Fusion/news/03/09/Early-Bird-Deadline-for-Desire2EXCEL-Awards-is-FRIDAY-MARCH-12/ OOPS! In our haste to ensure that a message went out today to remind you about the upcoming Early Bird deadline for the Desire2EXCEL awards (which is this FRIDAY, MARCH 12), we put today's date in the email instead. So, don't panic, you have time - until this Friday - to send in your nomination form and be eligible for the drawing for a Marriott hotel upgrade! The Nomination Form has been significantly shortened and refined making it much easier to complete. It is now available as a PDF and can also be found as a survey in The Community. Submit your nomination form - get in on the drawing for a FREE upgrade - don't delay: www.Desire2Learn.com/FUSION/Desire2EXCEL fusion@desire2learn.com (Desire2Learn FUSION 2010) Tue, 9 Mar 2010 16:55:00 EST http://www.desire2learn.com/Fusion/news/03/09/Early-Bird-Deadline-for-Desire2EXCEL-Awards-is-FRIDAY-MARCH-12/ http://www.desire2learn.com/Fusion/news/03/02/Nominations-are-now-open-for-the-Desire2EXCEL-Awards/ The Desire2EXCEL Awards recognizes organizations and institutions that have used Desire2Learn technology to deliver learning experiences that are innovative, collaborative and/or have a high or significant impact. Deadline: March 26th, 2010 Early Bird Deadline: March 12th (applicants who submit by this date will be eligible for a drawing for a FREE upgrade at The Marriott hotel) The Nomination Form has been significantly shortened and refined making it much easier to complete. It is now available as a PDF at www.desire2learn.com/Fusion/site_resources/FUSION-2010-Desire2EXCEL.pdf fusion@desire2learn.com (Desire2Learn FUSION 2010) Tue, 2 Mar 2010 15:01:36 EST http://www.desire2learn.com/Fusion/news/03/02/Nominations-are-now-open-for-the-Desire2EXCEL-Awards/ http://www.desire2learn.com/Fusion/news/02/17/Call-for-Proposals-is-Now-Closed/ Thanks very much to everyone who submitted a proposal for FUSION 2010 - The Call for Proposals is now closed. The committee is working diligently to get through all the proposals and the final selections and schedule will be posted in early March. Be sure to sign up for the RSS feed to keep up with the fusion news! fusion@desire2learn.com (Desire2Learn FUSION 2010) Wed, 17 Feb 2010 16:02:00 EST http://www.desire2learn.com/Fusion/news/02/17/Call-for-Proposals-is-Now-Closed/ http://www.desire2learn.com/Fusion/news/02/11/Last-chance-for-Call-for-Proposals/ The count down is on... last chance to get your proposals in for the opportunity to present at FUSION 2010. You asked us to extend the deadline and we heard you. We've extended it by two weeks to MONDAY, FEBRUARY 15. Looking to shine? Looking for the best deal? This is your chance! By being a presenter at FUSION you will save $280 off the regular attendee price! We have a WINNER! Joann Kramer from South Florida Community College completed her proposal for the breakout sessions before February 8 and has won a free upgrade on her room at the Marriott to a suite! Congratulations Joann! Register today for this not to be missed event. The sessions are shaping up nicely; the foundation for the conference has been laid; the room rates are great; the conference fees are unchanged for the third year running; and we're located in the heart of Chicago's fabulous architectural skyline - FUSION 2010 is going to be big. You don't want to miss it!!! fusion@desire2learn.com (Desire2Learn FUSION 2010) Thu, 11 Feb 2010 10:11:26 EST http://www.desire2learn.com/Fusion/news/02/11/Last-chance-for-Call-for-Proposals/ http://www.desire2learn.com/Fusion/news/02/05/Times-running-out/ Get your presentation proposal in by Monday, February 8 for your chance to win an upgraded suite at FUSION 2010. fusion@desire2learn.com (Desire2Learn FUSION 2010) Fri, 05 Feb 2010 11:00:24 EST http://www.desire2learn.com/Fusion/news/02/05/Times-running-out/ http://www.desire2learn.com/Fusion/news/02/02/Registration-for-FUSION-2010-is-Now-Open/ If you haven't heard the news, FUSION 2010 is in Chicago and the rates are the same for the third year in a row! Visit http://www.desire2learn.com/Fusion/registration/ for more information. FUSION 2010: Architects of Education presents unbelievable value with ample opportunities to expand your knowledge, share your expertise and build your connections. Want the absolute best rates? Register by April 30 to receive the Early Bird discount. If you want to receive the very best possible rate, check out the call for proposals at http://www.desire2learn.com/Fusion/site_resources/FUSION-2010-Presentation-RFP.pdf See you on the Magnificent Mile this July! fusion@desire2learn.com (Desire2Learn FUSION 2010) Tue, 02 Feb 2010 15:23:02 EST http://www.desire2learn.com/Fusion/news/02/02/Registration-for-FUSION-2010-is-Now-Open/ http://www.desire2learn.com/Fusion/news/01/08/Call-for-Presentations/ Share your learnings, insights, tips, tricks and tactics to taking Desire2Learn technology to the next level in a poster, breakout or hands-on presentation at FUSION 2010. The Steering Committee has refined the RFP making it significantly shorter. It is now available as a survey in the FUSION 2010 Community Course or as a PDF (http://www.desire2learn.com/Fusion/site_resources/FUSION-2010-Presentation-RFP.pdf). If you are not already a member of the Desire2Learn Community visit https://community.desire2learn.com/. Monday, February 8, 2010 - New this year! Have your submissions in early to enter the draw for a FREE upgrade on your existing room reservation to a luxury suite at the Chicago Marriott Downtown on the Magnificent Mile. All main and co-presenters will each have their names put in the draw. The draw will be made on Tuesday February 9, 2010. In order to be eligible for the upgrade you will have to make your room reservation by April 24, 2010. Monday, February 15, 2010 - Final deadline to submit proposals. Questions? Email Heather.Hennessy@Desire2Learn.com or call 519-772-0325 x382 fusion@desire2learn.com (Desire2Learn FUSION 2010) Fri, 8 Jan 2010 09:42:21 EST http://www.desire2learn.com/Fusion/news/01/08/Call-for-Presentations/ http://www.desire2learn.com/Fusion/news/12/03/FUSION-2010-Chicago-Michigan-Ave/ Save the Date! July 11-16, 2010. This year, FUSION will be held in the heart of the Magnificent Mile at the Marriott Hotel and Conference Center in downtown Chicago. We are determined to keep costs down and value high. We have negotiated an amazing hotel rate of $149/night and the conference registration will stay the same for the THIRD year in a row! Take advantage of this opportunity to check out Chicago while networking with your peers and obtaining the practical skills needed to take your organization to the next level. The call for proposals will be available soon. Be sure and sign up for the RSS feed to keep up with the FUSION news. fusion@desire2learn.com (Desire2Learn FUSION 2010) Thu, 3 Dec 2009 14:33:28 EST http://www.desire2learn.com/Fusion/news/12/03/FUSION-2010-Chicago-Michigan-Ave/ http://www.desire2learn.com/Fusion/news/07/29/FUSION-2009-was-a-great-success/ We had a great turnout - thanks very much to all that participated! Some of the highlights this year included Michael Wesch and Ian Jukes as keynotes, over 150 breakout sessions, events at The Guthrie Theatre with performances by Circus Juventas and a swinging Vintage Vegas nite at the Landmark. FUSION 2010 is in the works! We will be posting shortly when, where and all the various details - make sure and sign up for the RSS feed to be one of the first in the know! fusion@desire2learn.com (Desire2Learn FUSION 2009) Wed, 29 Jul 2009 16:39:11 EST http://www.desire2learn.com/Fusion/news/07/29/FUSION-2009-was-a-great-success/