Have you attended a BarCamp or an UnConference?

I am curious: Have you ever attended a BarCamp or an UnConference? If yes, what was your experience like? Are you aware of other BarCamps or UnConferences happening in your city?

Tags: BarCamps, UnConference, education, higher, technology

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Permalink Reply by John Sowash on December 23, 2010 at 6:41am

I've attended unConferences. They can be good, if those in attendance are willing and eager to share and discuss. If there are a lot of "sponges" in attendance the unconference won't be very good. The unconference format is best suited for very advanced/knowledgable groups of individuals who learn more collectively than they would by speaking individually.

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Permalink Reply by Diana Hansen on December 28, 2010 at 10:35am

Thank you so much for your insight, John. I have not yet attended an UnConference but am very interested in doing so. Aside from coming prepared with questions and the knowledge necessary to adequately participate, what other tips would you give those attending and UnConference for the first time?

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Permalink Reply by John Sowash on December 28, 2010 at 11:09pm

Everyone must be ready to contribute by both leading a discussion and joining one. Unconference sessions (at least the ones I have attended) are informal, small group discussions.