Presentations & Workshops

Educational Technology Expert Speaker

Over 20 Years of Conference Presentations | Web Technologies | Innovation in Education

200+
Presentations
50+
Conferences
10,000+
Attendees

"At the peak, I was going to 6 conferences a year, presenting as many as 6 different topics at one conference. I have a substantial set of skills and abilities with which I can entertain or train (or both) your students and faculty on everything from jazzing up presentations to building quality into your online courses to making and publishing videos easily."

- D.I. von Briesen

Recent Highlights

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3's a Charm!

NCCIA & NC3ADL 2019

Proven techniques to involve your students and get to know your class. Time-tested engagement methods for any learning environment, regardless of delivery method.

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The Coming Edruption

Innovative Educators Webinar 2014

Thought-provoking webinar examining possible scenarios for the future of education and how to prepare for the transformation ahead.

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ELEMENTAL Summer Camps

AppState Upward Bound 2013-2019

Earth, Wind, Water, Fire - innovative STEM workshops for high school students with no immediate family college graduates.

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Presentation Topics

Web Technologies

  • HTML Fundamentals
  • CSS Styling
  • JavaScript Programming
  • Web Development Basics
  • Responsive Design
  • Modern Web Tools

Educational Technology

  • Moodle LMS
  • Online Course Quality
  • Video in Education
  • Lecture Capture
  • Flipped Classroom
  • Educational Innovation

Emerging Technologies

  • MOOCs
  • Second Life in Education
  • Virtual Worlds
  • YouTube & Wikipedia
  • Web 2.0 Tools
  • Social Media in Learning

Innovation & Sustainability

  • EcoBox Project
  • Maker Movement
  • STEM Education
  • Sustainable Living
  • Off-Grid Technology
  • Green Innovation

Conference History

NCCIA & NC3ADL Conferences

North Carolina Computer Instruction Association

Multiple presentations including "3's a Charm" engagement techniques, web fundamentals series (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), and educational technology innovations.

2015-2019

League of Innovation Conferences

CIT & STEMTech

Presented "Free Tips, Tricks and Technology Tools for Teachers", EcoBox sustainability project, and collaborative educational initiatives across multiple conferences.

2006-2014

Regional & International

Mountain Moodle Moot, Swedish Librarians

Keynote on Web 2.0 technologies, Moodle LMS training, Second Life in education, and international educational technology collaboration.

2008-2013

Specialized Workshops

Community Colleges & Universities

Custom workshops for institutions including Radford University, ECU, Craven CC, and others focusing on emerging technologies and pedagogical innovation.

2005-2010

Signature Workshops

Building Quality into Online Courses

From Quality Matters rubrics to practical implementation, this workshop covers tried and tested tips for enhancing online learning experiences. Topics include discussion forum optimization, student introductions, and engagement strategies.

3-6 hours Interactive Workshop

Web Fundamentals Series

Three-part comprehensive series covering HTML, CSS, and JavaScript fundamentals. Each session is standalone but interconnected, perfect for educators wanting to understand the building blocks of the web.

2-3 hours each Hands-on Coding

Quick and Dirty Video Production

Learn to create engaging educational videos using affordable tools and techniques. From concept to upload, this workshop covers everything needed to start incorporating video into your teaching.

2-4 hours Production Workshop

MOOCs & Educational Disruption

Exploring the landscape of Massive Open Online Courses and their impact on traditional education. Examining platforms like Coursera, EDx, and Udacity, and their implications for educators.

1-2 hours Discussion Forum

Book D.I. for Your Event

Available for conferences, workshops, keynotes, and custom training sessions. From 45-minute presentations to week-long intensive workshops.

Pricing Information

Half-Day Workshop:
$500 + travel expenses
Full-Day Workshop:
$1000 + travel expenses
Multi-Day Training:
Custom pricing available
Non-Profit Discount:
Flexible rates available

"I'd rather do it for less than not do it at all. I'm very excited about getting these technologies into education, and am eager to help your school keep up with the educational innovation."