The AASL Advocate 2009 Preview - (Page 2)
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Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of The AASL Advocate 2009 Preview
The AASL Advocate 2009 Preview
Why I'm Heading to Charlotte (and You Should Too!)
Danah Boyd to Deliver Opening Keynote
Conference Highlights
Conference Web Site Provides Housing, Registration Information
Let’s Race to Charlotte!
Marco Torres to Deliver Closing Remarks at Charlotte Conference
Authors, Authors and More Authors
Conference Schedule at a Glance
Expo Floor Plan
Exhibitor List
Come to Charlotte Early and Enjoy the Sights
One Book, One Conference Born Digital: Understanding the First Generation of Digital Natives
Preconferences Are Sure to "Rev Up" Your Program
Exibitor News
Stay in the AASL Room Block
Don't Miss the Advanced Registration Deadline
ELMSS Research Symposium at Conference
P21 Releases MILE Guide at National Conference
Think, Create, Share, Grow, and Become Empowered: Attend an L4L Session
The AASL Advocate 2009 Preview
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