KITCHENER-WATERLOO, ONTARIO — (Marketwire) — 11/26/12 — (“Desire2Learn”) continues its mission to support lifelong learning with Mobilize 2012, an event that occurs today in Kitchener, ON, gathering students, teachers, faculty, partners, and innovators to debate and celebrate why mobility matters inside and outside the classroom: .
Mobilize presenters include Jian Ghomeshi and nine year old Maddie Cranston, who will talk about the intersection of mobility and education. The agenda explores topics such as: The Blended Classroom and the Impact on Learning; Engaging Technology in the classroom; The Impact of Digital Media and Mobility on Education; and Transforming Teaching and Learning Through Gamification.
Desire2Learn is announcing strategic partnerships at the event with TopHat Monocle, Guardly and IntelliResponse, offering new mobile apps within :
“Top Hat is transforming phones and iPads, traditionally distractions in the classroom, into tools for active learning,” said Andrew D-Souza, COO of Top Hat Monocle. “We-re delighted to offer users the opportunity to deepen their engagement level in the classroom as well as help keep instructors conscious of the comprehension level of their classes and identifying areas which require additional focus.”
“With IntelliResponse, students can either key in or ask their natural language questions, such as -how do I register for a course,-” explains David Lloyd, CEO of IntelliResponse. “Students are immediately presented with the one right answer, a list of top 10 or related questions, as well as options to escalate to live phone, email or chat support if required.
“Desire2Learn is the most innovative learning management system provider around today,” said Josh Sookman, Guardly CEO. “Its Campus Life mobile suite is a prime example of the company-s ability to understand and deliver on today-s student communication and lifestyle preferences, and is a natural fit with Guardly Safe Campus.”
For more information on MOBILIZE visit or stop by Bingemans Park and Convention Centre, Marshall Hall on Monday November 26th, 2012.
About Desire2Learn
Desire2Learn is helping to transform the way the world learns. Providing the next generation learning environment and solutions to engage and inspire lifelong learners, Desire2Learn helps clients break down barriers to access the highest quality learning experiences, and is recognized for its leadership in accessibility. Desire2Learn is a global leader in cloud (SaaS) based learning solutions and provides an open and extensible platform to over 700 clients and over 8 million learners in , , , and the , including the Fortune 1000. Desire2Learn has personnel in the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia, Brazil and Singapore. For more information or to contact us, visit: .
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