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NICAR 2016 schedule updates and changes
Welcome! Please see below changes to the schedule and other notes. For the most up-to-date schedule and description information, be sure to visit the conference website or app. Session changes and additions NEW! Stealth project management: How to get work done even if you’re not “technically” in charge Thursday, 3:30-4:30 p.m. in Colorado E…
Read MoreTeaching coding concepts doesn’t have to be boring
By Daniela Sirtori-Cortina Before starting her session on programming languages, Lindsey Cook asked attendees to put away their laptops and use a piece of paper. For the next hour, she illustrated programming concepts through interactive activities reminiscent of a grade-school environment. “Welcome to the NICAR session that’s run like a fifth grade classroom,” Cook, data…
Read MoreLook for NICAR Conversations and other small-group sessions in Denver
In addition to panels and hands-on classes, NICAR16 will also offer a number of other non-traditional sessions. NICAR Conversations is a series of 1-hour sessions sponsored by SRCCON. The small-group discussions will have set agendas pitched by the facilitators before the conference. These sessions will be held in NICAR Commons (Colorado A). Thursday 10:15-11:15 a.m. | My…
Read MoreWelcome to the 2016 CAR Conference!
The 2016 CAR Conference begins this week. Below are a few bits of information to help you prepare for this great conference! For the latest up-to-date information about panels, speakers and special events at the conference, please visit our conference page. Hotel Information The conference is taking place at the Denver Marriott City Center, 1701…
Read More2016 Lightning Talk winners announced
Thanks to everyone who pitched and voted on the 2016 Lightning Talks. Here are the talks we’ll be hearing Friday, March 11 at 4:45 p.m. You can read more about them on our Lightning Talks page. I Improved My Math Fluency, And So Can You – Ryann Grochowski Jones Solve Every Statistics Problem with One Weird Trick – Jonathan Stray…
Read More2016 CAR Conference app available for download
The 2016 CAR Conference app is now available through Guidebook! We encourage you to download our mobile guide to enhance your experience at the 2016 CAR Conference. You’ll be able to plan your day with a personalized schedule and browse exhibitors, maps and general show info. The app is free compatible with iPhones, iPads, iPod…
Read MoreLook for election and security tracks at the 2016 CAR Conference
While you’re planning your days at the upcoming CAR Conference in Denver, keep in mind that we’ve planned special tracks on covering elections and digital security. Here’s a rundown of the sessions in each track. You can learn more about each session by clicking through to the session description. Election track: From campaign finance…
Read MoreVote for the Lightning Talks you want to see in Denver
Thanks to everyone who submitted a Lighting Talk idea for the 2016 CAR Conference. Now it’s time to narrow the nearly 50 ideas down to the 10 talks we’ll hear in Denver. Go online and vote for your favorite proposals. The polls close at 11:59 pm (Eastern) on Feb. 28. What are Lightning Talks? Lightning Talks are 5-minute…
Read MoreWinning T-shirt selected for NICAR 2016
The votes are in and the 2016 NICAR T-shirt has been selected! Casey Miller of Vox Media won our annual contest with an orange and purple NICAR logo. You’ll be able to buy her design at the 2016 CAR Conference in Denver. Any extra shirts will be available for purchase online in the IRE Store.…
Read MoreSeeking ideas for NICAR 2016 Lightning Talks
Lightning Talks are back for the 2016 CAR Conference in Denver. Pitch your ideas at lightningtalks.ire.org by Feb. 21. What are lightning talks? 5 minute talks on any subject. Anyone who is attending NICAR 2016 can pitch and the attendees vote on the talks they want to see. The 10 talks with the most…
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