Cluster computing systems are changing the face of high performance computing for researchers at universities. These systems link cheap commodity processors with fast network switches to supercede the computing performance of yesterday's Supercomputer servers, which cost 10 and 100 times more. Come learn how cluster systems are being put to the advantage of NU researchers. What are the weaknesses of these new cluster systems? How can you decide if these cluster systems hold advantages for you? Experiences from running under production conditions in Chemistry and alternative architecture cluster will be discussed.

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1:30p - 2:30p

New Reference Classroom
University Library Room 2699A, Floor: 2East

Beginning Blackboard Training

Blackboard offers an easy-to-use Web interface for you and your students to share information over the Northwestern University network. Blackboard eases the publishing of course materials, promotes active learning, aids recordkeeping and evaluations, and provides a venue for secure communications. Learn to build and manage a complete course on the Web. No Web publishing experience required.

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3:00p - 5:00p

Windows Lab
University Library Room B178
Floor: Basement

Problem-based learning is an instructional method that challenges students to "learn to learn," working cooperatively to seek solutions to real world problems. Joe Hoy, Manager, Advanced Media Production Studios and Jonathan Smith, Distributed Learning Architect, will discuss how technology can achieve faculty goals of supporting problem based learning. The presentation will include an overview of current faculty projects using technology to support problem based learning as well as an introduction to the tools and services available to support new projects.

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12:30p - 1:30p

New Reference Classroom
University Library Room 2699A,
Floor: 2East