2017 Open edX Conference

Shaping the Future of Education Together.The Open edX virtual conference is a half-day event to bring Open edX practitioners together to share ideas, solutions, and tools for the challenges of upskilling, reskilling and delivering life-long learning.This smaller format event will feature a thought leader keynote, eight practical talks, and plenty of unstructured spaces for direct connections with other attendees.We couldn’t hold our traditional three-day conference in 2020.  This year, we’re taking advantage of the virtual format to bring the community together in a different way.  Also, keep an eye out for our physical gathering in spring of 2022.We look forward to seeing you online in May!Student price: $19.99Early-bird prices: $34.99Full prices: $49.99The Open edX project is a collaborative learning platform spawned by edX, a nonprofit online initiative created by founding partners Harvard and MIT and composed of dozens of leading global institutions.Important:Please note that photographs and video footage will be taken throughout the Open edX Conference. These will be used by edX for marketing and publicity on our websites, in social media, and in other public forums and publications. If you have concerns or do not want to be recorded, please do not proceed with purchase and contact the Open edX team at openedx2020@edx.org.edX seeks to foster an open and welcoming environment in this event. All participants are expected to follow Open edX Code of Conduct.

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<H2 CLASS="big-intro">The Annual Meeting of the Open edX Community</H2>
<P>Registration for the 2017 Open edX conference has closed. Please email <A HREF="mailto:oscm@edx.org" TARGET="_blank" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">oscm@edx.org</A> with any questions.</P>
<P>The Open edX project is a learning experience platform originally created by edX, <A HREF="https://www.edx.org/about-us" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">a nonprofit online initiative</A> created by founding partners Harvard and MIT and composed of dozens of leading global institutions.</P>
<P>This event is focused on sharing knowledge among members of the global Open edX community. We will discuss <STRONG>innovative uses</STRONG> across higher education, training and lifelong learning,<STRONG> instructional design and course production techniques</STRONG>, and <STRONG>methods for operating, extending and enhancing</STRONG> the Open edX platform.</P>
<P>In <A HREF="https://openedx.atlassian.net/wiki/display/COMM/Open+edX+2016+Presentations" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">previous years</A>, 200 developers, educators, and decision-makers for educational and training initiatives who work with or want to learn more about the Open edX platform gathered to share, learn, and celebrate the platform.</P>
<P>Our keynote speakers this year are:</P>
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<P>Anant Agarwal, CEO and founder of <A HREF="https://edx.org" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">edX</A></P>
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<P><A HREF="https://open.edx.org/blog/introducing-nick-van-dam-2017-open-edx-keynote-speaker" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Nick van Dam</A>, Global CLO, McKinsey & Co.</P>
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<P><A HREF="https://open.edx.org/blog/introducing-keynote-speaker-vincent-zimmer-co-founder-kiron-open-higher-education" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Vincent Zimmer</A>, founder of <A HREF="https://kiron.ngo" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Kiron</A></P>
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<P>Our <A HREF="https://openedx2017.sched.org" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">full schedule is online</A> -- to learn more, dive into each of our tracks on our online schedule:</P>
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<P><A HREF="https://openedx2017.sched.com/overview/type/Breakout+session/Innovative+courses+in+higher+education+social+impact+and+professional+development" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Innovative courses</A></P>
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<P><A HREF="https://openedx2017.sched.com/overview/type/Breakout+session/Analytics+and+research" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Analytics and research</A></P>
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<P><A HREF="https://openedx2017.sched.com/overview/type/Breakout+session/Corporate+%26+professional+learning+trends" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Corporate & Professional Learning Trends</A></P>
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<P><A HREF="https://openedx2017.sched.com/overview/type/Breakout+session/Course+authoring+%2F+MOOC+production+tips+%26+techniques" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Course authoring & MOOC production</A></P>
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<P><A HREF="https://openedx2017.sched.com/overview/type/Breakout+session/Operations+%26+technical+deep+dives" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Operations and technical deep-dives</A></P>
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<P>All attendees of the Open edX conference must abide by the conference's <A HREF="http://confcodeofconduct.com/" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">code of conduct</A>.</P>
<H2><SPAN>Location</SPAN></H2>
<P>Universidad Carlos III Madrid (UC3M) has been an innovator in the area of MOOCs and an enthusiastic supporter of the Open edX project for many years. We are excited to explore beautiful Madrid and it's many sights, including:</P>
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<P><A HREF="https://www.museodelprado.es/en" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">The Prado Museum</A>, a short walk from the central Atocha train station and the conference hotels</P>
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<P><A HREF="https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g187514-d246516-Reviews-Gran_Via-Madrid.html" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Gran Via</A>, the central road through the old city of Madrid</P>
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<P>Lots of great food, wine and more!</P>
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<H2>Hands-on days</H2>
<P>We are currently in the process of confirming space for our technical "hands-on" days the day before and after the main conference. We are planning to have two hands-on days: the day before the main conference and the day after.</P>
<H3>Tuesday, May 23: Tutorials</H3>
<P>The day before the conference, we are planning to host community-driven tutorials, including a developer environment "installfest" and tutorials on a variety of technical topics.</P>
<H3>Friday, May 26: Project day and training</H3>
<P>In past years, we have hosted a hackathon in conjunction with the Open edX conference. This year, due to time constraints, we will host a "project day" where edX and community engineers can share their project ideas, collaborate on designs, pair program and get feedback. We will have a short kickoff and wrap-up to share your project ideas and what you accomplished and learned during the day. <SPAN><SPAN><SPAN><SPAN><SPAN>You can </SPAN><A HREF="https://openedx.atlassian.net/wiki/display/COMM/Open+edX+2017+Project+day" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer"><SPAN>share your idea</SPAN></A><SPAN> for a project on the Open edX conference wiki.</SPAN></SPAN></SPAN></SPAN></SPAN><BR></P>
<P>We will also be hosting a one-day introductory course author training for anyone interested in learning or getting a refresher on the basics of creating courses using Studio.</P>
<P>Please indicate your interest in attending the hands-on day activities when you register.</P>
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<H2><SPAN><BR>Conference Hotels in Madrid</SPAN></H2>
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<P>The location of the conference is in Leganés, a <SPAN>25 minute train ride from the main train station in Madrid</SPAN><SPAN>. We expect many attendees will be interested in exploring Madrid before and after conference proceedings, recommend three <A HREF="http://www.nh-hotels.com/event/open-edx-conference" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">NH Hotels.</A></SPAN><SPAN> All are within a 10-15 minute walk to the Atocha train station. From the train station, it is a 10 minute walk to the campus of UC3M.</SPAN></P>
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<P>Please note that there are <SPAN>two different rates</SPAN> for each of the three hotels. The first rate includes room and breakfast, the second includes room only. Please keep in mind that a buffet breakfast will be provided at the conference on both days.</P>
<H2>Staying in Leganés</H2>
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<P>If any conference attendees choose to stay in Leganés, edX recommends the <A HREF="https://www.melia.com/es/hoteles/espana/madrid/tryp-madrid-leganes-hotel/index.html" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">TRYP Madrid Leganés Hotel</A>, just a few blocks from the UC3M campus.</P>
<P>We toured this hotel and can recommend it, but we are not providing a discounted rate or reserved block of rooms.</P>
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<H2><SPAN>Directions to UC3M</SPAN></H2>
<P>The easiest way to travel is by taking the train: <SPAN>Cercanías Madrid </SPAN>(regional railways network).</P>
<P><SPAN>From Atocha train station (Madrid) to UC3M at Leganés Campus:</SPAN></P>
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<LI>Take line C5, destination Humanes</LI>
<LI>The train will make the following stops: <BR>Méndez Álvaro – Doce de Octubre – Orcasitas – Puente Alcocer – Villaverde Alto – Zarzaquemada – Leganés</LI>
<LI>Get off at Leganés (Estimated time: 18-25 minutes)</LI>
<LI>From Leganés Train Station to UC3M (7-10 minute walk)</LI>
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<P><SPAN>From Leganés Train Station to UC3M</SPAN> <BR></P>
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<LI>Go upstairs to the street level and leave by the main exit</LI>
<LI>Go left and walk Calle de Santa Rosa down to the main roundabout</LI>
<LI>Take a right on to the Av. de la Universidad</LI>
<LI>Take a left in to the walkway that leads toward the Library and Auditorio</LI>
<LI>Follow the path, staying to the right, to the Auditorio</LI>
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<P><SPAN>From the airport</SPAN></P>
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<LI>Take the underground/metro line 8 to Nuevos Ministerios. Change to the commuter train line (Cercanias) and take any train going to Atocha station (C2, C3, C4, C7, C10). Follow directions from Atocha Station above</LI>
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<H2><SPAN>Stay in touch</SPAN></H2>
<P>To keep up with the latest updates on Open edX Con 2017, <A HREF="https://bit.ly/openedx-slack" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">join us on Slack</A>, follow us on <A HREF="https://twitter.com/OpenEdX" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Twitter</A>, and follow the <A HREF="https://twitter.com/hashtag/OpenedX2017?f=tweets" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">#OpenedX2017 hashtag</A>.</P>
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Universidad Carlos III de Madrid: Campus de Leganés

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