Transforming Education through Disruptive Technologies IT budget cuts post-recession have forced education CIO’s to increase dependence on emerging cost-effective technologies like collaboration platforms, web based applications and the now buzzed Cloud Computing. However, the technology invasion in education is still nascent and various revolutionary concepts, like augmented reality and semantic web, are on the verge of becoming mainstream. To penetrate beyond the inevitable hype and disruption, this webinar will be looking at the following: - The best emerging technologies that education software providers should invest in
- Technologies recommended for classroom adoption among educational institutions
- Effects of adopting such disruptive technologies
- Obtaining the best out of established technologies
Join Aspire and our customer netTrekker, as they discuss the influence of established revolutionizing technologies and promising futuristic ones on the realm of education. Date : Thursday, April 1st, 2010
Time: 11:00 AM ET/04:00 PM BST/08:30 PM IST 
Panelists:
Steve Nordmark
Vice President, Solutions Management and Development, netTrekker Steve Nordmark is an innovative leader in educational software development and research with over 20 years of experience in corporate consulting and K-12 educational technology.
For over 13 years, Nordmark has managed and lead several educational software development projects, including desktop-based, client-server, and online/SaaS solutions. He directs all areas of technology and development, encompassing corporate systems and product solutions. Nordmark spearheaded the next generation re-architecture, design, development, and deployment of the flagship netTrekker product, providing an increased platform for growth, integration and flexibility. His passion centers on delivering personalized learning environments for all. Blending a focus on strong Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles and meaningful connections of assessment and instructional content, Nordmark leads the efforts to develop solutions that empower teachers and students in the relevant use of digital resources.
Prior to netTrekker, Nordmark was instrumental in developing strategic alliances with print publishers, resulting in the rapid development and deployment of reading, language, and phonics software programs.
He holds a Bachelor's degree in Engineering from the University of Illinois and a Master's degree in Education from Florida Tech. Elango Kanagaraji
Head - Web 2.0 Specialization, Aspire Systems Elango currently heads the Web 2.0 Specialization Business unit at Aspire Systems. In his current capacity, he is responsible for the business development in Consumer Internet and Software enabled business areas and product development focused on Web 2.0 development. He manages all customer engagements from North America and Europe. Prior to this, he has Managed large projects where he was responsible for Project Management, Architecture solutions and development.
Elango actively participates in customer interactions and new customer acquisition and drives various value added initiatives for customers. He is instrumental in defining Aspire's focus in Web 2.0. He closely monitors industry trends in Web 2.0 and collaborates with Aspire's Web 2.0 CoE to build internal expertise.
Elango has a Bachelor's Degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering from PSG Institute of Technology, Coimbatore |
