Event Information
Event Information
Hosted by the Institute for the Study of Knowledge Management in Education (ISKME), The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation's Annual OER Meeting 2016, will take place on a steamboat that will wind its way along the Mississippi River, departing from and returning to New Orleans, Louisiana.
The boat, American Queen, will make its way from New Orleans to Baton Rouge, round-trip. All passengers must be on board by 4:00pm on Tuesday, Feb. 16th, and we will disembark at 11:00am, on Friday, Feb. 19th. Please plan your travel to and from New Orleans accordingly, in order to not miss the boat and/or your return flight.
MUST BE ON BOARD BY 4PM TUESDAY, FEB. 16th
Contact Information
For questions about the meeting, please contact Leah at leah at iskme dot org
Agenda
| Tuesday, February 16, 2016 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Time | Location | Activity |
| 2:00pm-4:00pm |
New Orleans, Louisiana Landing: Hilton Riverside Hotel 2 Poydras Street, New Orleans, LA 70130 |
Boarding All aboard the American Queen |
| 4:00pm |
New Orleans, Louisiana Landing: Hilton Riverside Hotel 2 Poydras Street, New Orleans, LA 70130 |
Departure Cut-off Time Must be on board by 4pm |
| 4:30pm-5:00pm | American Queen, On Deck | Safety Drill |
| 5:00pm-6:00pm | Main Deck Lounge |
Welcome & Opening Activity Meet and Greet Storytelling: Fly Your OER Flag |
| 6:00pm-6:30pm | Main Deck Lounge |
Opening Reception |
| 6:30pm-7:30pm | J.M. White Dining Room | Dinner |
| 7:30pm-8:30pm | The Grand Saloon |
Hewlett Welcome Barbara Chow, Education Program Director, The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation
Our OER Journey Overview
Super Seven Grantee Intros (Group 1) |
| 8:30pm-9:30pm | The Grand Saloon | Scavenger Hunt: Explore the American Queen |
| 9:00pm-11:00pm | Engine Room Bar | (Open) |
| Wednesday, February 17, 2016 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Time | Location | Activity |
|
7:00am-9:00am |
J.M. White Dining Room | Breakfast |
| 9:00am-10:00am | The Grand Saloon |
Louisiana OER in Action Rebecca Kockler, Assistant Superintendent of Academic Content, Louisiana Department of Education Whitney Whealdon, Director of Academic Content, Louisiana Department of Education |
| 10:15am- 12:30pm | The Grand Saloon |
OER Storytelling |
| 12:30pm-1:30pm | J.M. White Dining Room | Lunch |
| 1:30pm-1:45pm | The Grand Saloon |
Super Seven: Grantee Intros (Group 2) |
| 1:45pm- 3:45pm |
The Grand Saloon Breakout Rooms:
1- Theater 2- Mark Twain Gallery 3- Ladies' Parlor 4- Gentlemen's Card Room |
OER Working Groups
|
| 4:00pm-6:00pm | Theater |
OER Design Lab (optional) Design and Create Riverboat OER with the following:
|
| 4:00pm-6:00pm | American Queen | Free Time |
| 6:00pm-7:00pm | J.M. White Dining Room | Dinner |
|
7:00pm-7:30pm |
The Grand Saloon |
Super Seven: Grantee Intros (Group 3) |
| 7:30-8:00pm | The Grand Saloon | Unconference Idea Pitch |
| 8:00pm-9:00pm | Main Deck Lounge | Dessert Party |
| 9:00pm-11:00pm | Engine Room Bar | KaraOERke |
| Thursday, February 18, 2016 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Time | Location | Activity |
| 7:00am-8:00am | Theater |
YOERga Jennryn Metzler, U.S. Department of State |
| 7:00am-9:00am | J.M. White Dining Room | Breakfast |
| 9:00am-9:15am | The Grand Saloon |
Super Seven: Grantee Intros (Group 4) |
| 9:15am-10:15pm | The Grand Saloon |
Keynote John White, Louisiana State Superintendent of Education |
| 10:30am-12:30pm | See Registration Desk for Sign Up | Unconference Sessions |
| 12:30pm-1:30pm | J.M. White Dining Room | Lunch |
| 1:00pm-5:00pm | Baton Rouge Excursions |
Excursion Options
|
| 5:00pm | American Queen | Return to boat |
| 5:00pm-6:00pm | American Queen |
OER Design Teams
Free Time |
| 6:00pm-7:00pm | J.M. White Dining Room | Dinner |
| 7:00pm-8:30pm | The Grand Saloon |
Super Seven: Grantee Intros (Group 5)
OER Design Lab Share Out / Presentation Unconference Share-Out
Disembark Instructions for Friday Morning |
| 9:00pm-11:00pm | The Grand Saloon | Open OER Jam Session |
| Friday, February 19, 2016 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Time | Location | Activity |
| 7:00am-9:00am | J.M. White Dining Room | Breakfast |
| 8:00am | Check-Out | Must Check Out of Room by 8:00am |
| 9:00am-10:30am | The Grand Saloon |
Perspectives on OER and Philanthropy Barbara Chow, TJ Bliss,and Dana Schmidt Facilitator: Lisa Petrides, ISKME |
| 11:00am | Disembark | |
FAQ's From American Queen
What items do I need to bring to Check-In?
Enclosed Travel Documents, a valid, government-issued photo ID, and a credit card for on-board incidental charges
Due to regulations set forth by the Department of Homeland Security, no one will be permitted to embark the vessel without a valid government-issued ID. Once your documents and ID have been verified, you will be issued an American Queen Boarding Card. You must present this card to the American Queen security officer each time you embark and disembark the vessel.
How do I get from the Airport to the Pre-Voyage Hotel?
Airport Shuttle New Orleans, $20.00 per person one way and $38.00 per person round trip.
Airport Shuttle New Orleans, 4220 Howard Ave., New Orleans, LA 70125, (504) 522-3500
This is a shared ride van service, picks up at the New Orleans International Airport and will take you to the The Hilton New Orleans Riverside. This shuttle is more convenient and economical than a taxi. No reservation is required. The shuttle picks up at the airport at the top of every hour.
On the return, a reservation is required at least three hours in advance for a transfer from the hotel to the airport.
Where do I park if I am driving to the dock?
Fulton Place Parking Garage
901 Convention Center Boulevard, New Orleans, LA 70130
Phone: (504) 269-7296
Discounted parking rates of $8.00 per day for rooftop parking and $10.00 per day for covered parking are offered to American Queen guests. Parking reservations can be made in advance by visiting www.neworleansparking.com. In order to secure these discounted rates, search by date and select “port” as the booking type. American Queen Steamboat Company and its affiliates are not responsible for the theft or damage to vehicles nor are they responsible for the operation or condition of the parking facility in general. This offer may be discontinued at any time and is capacity controlled. Please present your American Queen booking confirmation to the parking attendant upon arrival. The parking facility does not provide a shuttle.
What are the luggage requirements?
Luggage is limited to no more than two pieces per person, not to exceed fifty pounds each. Before you arrive at American Queen Voyage Check-In, please attach the enclosed luggage tags to all luggage you wish to have transferred to the boat. Luggage collected from you at American Queen Voyage Check-In will be waiting for you inside your cabin onboard the American Queen. Please remember to keep your carry on bags with you at all times.
When and where will boat check-in be held?
American Queen Voyage Check-In will be held inside The Hilton New Orleans Riverside in the Breezeway. Guests who are joining us on the Pre-Voyage Excursion may take advantage of advanced check-in at 8:30 AM. Guests using Pre-Voyage Check-In at the hotel are responsible for their own transportation to The Hilton.
If I am not going on the pre-cruise, can I check in on the boat?
Yes. Onboard check-in will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 16th from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. The American Queen will be docked behind The Hilton New Orleans Riverside.
How do I get from the front desk of The Hilton to the American Queen?
Once inside The Hilton, go up the small escalator to the right of the front desk. Walk across the skywalk and enter the Riverside Complex. Walk past The Marketplace Gift Shop. You will see exit doors. Exit through the doors. Straight ahead you will see stairs and an elevator to the left of the stairs. Mobility Challenged Guests may wish to use the elevator while others may use the stairs. You will be on the river at this point. The American Queen is on the river about 600 feet ahead.
Will there be special assistance at boarding?
Yes. If you require assistance (wheelchair, etc) for boarding, please let our check-in crew know so we can make arrangements for you.
Do I have to participate in the Safety Drill?
Yes. All guests on-board will participate in this important but brief safety drill. Please note that no guests will be permitted to board the vessel after 4:00pm on Tuesday Feb. 16th.
Essential Travel Guide PDF Attached
The following parts of this American Queen Travel Guide PDF attached below are NOT relevant to our trip:
1) Meal Times (Please see our agenda for meal times)
2) Shore excursions (We will have our own planned shore excursions–see agenda)
3) Entertainment and activities aboard (We have our own OER-ized entertainment and activity–see agenda)