David Warlick, The Landmark Project Vice-President, Global SchoolNet Foundation

Technology and Restructuring Schools

We cannot deny how computer technology has changed many aspects of our society. How we work, learn, and play all involves computers in some way. The purpose of this town meeting is to generate dialog around three main questions: How are we using computer in schools, what are some of the potentials, and in what ways do these new technologies beg for restructuring education.

• Transcript from Session 1

• Transcript from Session 2

Bio:
David Warlick is an instructional technology consultant who has been involved in the educational use of computers since 1981. A former history teacher, district level administrator, and consultant with the North Carolina State Department of Public Instruction, he has been a leader in innovative applications of technology, especially the Internet.

David has developed and conducted numerous curriculum projects over the global network and has facilitated education and Internet workshops in more than half of our states and many countries including Ireland, the Netherlands, and Spain.

Since 1987, Mr. Warlick has been associated with the Global SchoolNet Foundation, an organization that has been recognized internationally for its contributions to education. Beginning as a FrEdMail sysop, David has been a member of the board of directors since 1990, and now holds the office of Vice President.

David lives and works in Raleigh, North Carolina with his wife and two children.