Introductions and InfoComm 2008

First, introductions: my name is Kurt Dyrli, I'm thrilled to be the new Products Editor for DA, and this is my very first entry on Product Posts. I've been a longtime contributing writer for the magazine, covering everything from new technologies to school supply shortages. You may have also seen my district Web site reviews every month.

My job as Products Editor is to report on new products and books in every issue of DA, and to maintain this blog as a site where administrators can stay informed on the latest products and technology trends in K12 education. One of the ways I'll keep up is to attend and report from cutting edge technology and education conferences, my first being the upcoming A/V technology extravaganza InfoComm in Las Vegas, June 18-20. Over 32,000 attendees will ogle and swoon over the 10,000+ products on display. DA's sister publication, University Business, is producing our company's higher education conference taking place simultaneously and right next door, EduComm. I'll be stopping by the DA booth at InfoComm, and the UB booth in EduComm, periodically when in between appointments, if you'd like to connect. No one said it wouldn't be a busy job! Or, you can email me here at the magazine, at kdyrli@edmediagroup.com. I'm very much looking forward to it!