Alaska+Videoconference

__ Alaska Video Conference __

The Video Conference, presented by David Foley, connected us with Alaska. We learned about Alaskan life (the environment, huskies and the strange patterns of the sun) in a unique way: visually, yet from the other side of the world. It was an enlightening experience to witness another lifestyle from 12000 kilometres away.

We had the opportunity to 'train' the husky puppies. We were told commands, such as 'whoa', 'hup hup', and 'gee', and, using the video conferencing technology, shouted them out and watched as the dogs obeyed. Although at the beginning there was some shyness amongst the audience, everyone soon got into the spirit and were enjoying commanding and watching the dogs.

Not only was the interactive side of the Conference awesome, but the information provided about Alaska and video conferencing was invaluable.

It was a great experience, and one that not many students are able to be involved in, however, hopefully sometime in the near future video conferences will be something that is available to everyone.

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