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| An unconference is a participant-guided experience that actually brings the unstructured conversations people usually have between conference sessions into the conference itself. Unlike most conferences where a group of leaders determine what will be discussed, the participants make those decisions at an unconference, and usually either on the day of the unconference or shortly before. Unconferences usually aren't about big-name speakers, but are more about letting everyone attending take part in the conversation. | ||
| The Unconference at ALA Annual is a full-day event on Friday, July 10 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The Unconference is limited to 75 registered attendees. This Unconference is an effort to expand member participation and explore alternative and more unstructured conference formats within the structure of ALA. Follow it on Twitter using hashtag #unala2009. | ||
| Attendees will collaborate online prior to the Unconference to identify topics they're interested in presenting to the group or facilitating a discussion about. Everyone will be both teacher and learner, discussing the topics they're most interested in. | ||
| To learn more about the Unconference on July 10 visit the Unconference wiki. | ||