Bio
Mark's professional interests include learning and teaching with new technologies. He is the director of the CIS Learning and Technology Sandbox (http://cis.bentley.edu/sandbox) and is a frequent speaker on teaching with web based tools and new technologies.
Professional Memberships
International Association for the Development of the Information Society PresentInformation Systems & Computing Academic Professionals 2014-01-01 - PresentIEEE 2022-01-01 - PresentAwards and Honors
Distinguished Paper Award, ISCAPPioneering Partner Award, ACPA–College Student Educators International Commission for Academic AffairsMeritorious Writing Award, ISCAPBentley Innovation in Teaching Award, Bentley UniversityBest in Track Award, Online Learning Consortium Innovate! ConferenceMeritorious Writing Award, EDSIG ConferenceBest Paper Award, 2018 IEEE 18th International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies (ICALT)Distinguished Paper, EDSIG ConBest Paper, EDSIG ConBest Case Study 2016, AITP / EDSIG / ISCAPMeritorious Paper Award, EDSIGConDistinguished Writing Award, Information Systems Education Conference / AITPMeritorious Writing Award, Information Systems Education Conference / AITPInnovation in Teaching Award 2012, Bentley UniversityISECON Meritorious Writing Awards 2012, Association of Information Technology ProfessionalsISECON Distinguished Paper Award, ISECONKey Note Speaker, IADIS Conference on Internet and World Wide WebDistinguished Paper Award, ISECONDistinguished Paper Award, ISECONBentley College Study Abroad Photo Contest, First Prize. 2007. Award given to faculty, staff, or students for photos that capture the essence of a country visited while on travel for the college.Bentley Education Abroad International Photo Contest, First PlaceISECON Meritorious Writing AwardRauch GrantBentley Innovation in Teaching Award, 2006.Bentley Rauch Faculty Enrichment Fund GrantService Learning Curriculum Development Award for "The Katrina Course"Bentley Faculty Publication AwardBentley Innovation in Teaching AwardBentley Rauch Faculty Enrichment Fund GrantInformation Systems Educator's Conference Meritorious Writing AwardBentley Faculty Publication AwardBentley Faculty Publication AwardBentley College, Innovation in Teaching AwardScholarly Contributions and Creative Productions
Journal Articles
Frydenberg, M., Mentzer, K., Patterson, A. (2026). The Rapid Rise of Generative AI Adoption among First-Year College Students.. Information Systems Education Journal, (24) 1Mentzer, K., Frydenberg, M., Li, S. (2025). Exploring VR-Enhanced Learning in Business Education: A Multi-Site Study.. Information Systems Education Journal, (23) 5 30--43. Frydenberg, M., Xu, A., Xu, J. (2025). Student Perceptions of Learning through Original and AI-Generated Python Programs from a Software Quality Perspective.. Information Systems Education Journal, (23) 4 34--56. Frydenberg, M., Andone, D. (2025). Enhancing Skills, Transforming Worlds: Personalized Learning and Global Learning with the TalkTech Project. Ubiquity Proceedings, (6) 1Frydenberg, M. E. (2024). Examining generative artificial intelligence adoption in academia: a UTAUT perspective. Issues in Information Systems, (25) 3 238-251. (Link)Frydenberg, M. E., Yates, D. J. (2024). Teaching the Metaverse: Applying TPACK to a Multidisciplinary First Year Seminar Course Design.. Information Systems Education Journal,, (22) 5 18-45. (Link)Frydenberg, M. E. (2024). Examining Factors of Student AI Adoption Through the Value-Based Adoption Model. Issues in Information Systems, (25) 3 218-230. (Link)Frydenberg, M. E. (2024). Are Tech Savvy Students Tech Literate? Digital and Data Literacy Skills of First-Year College Students. Information Systems Education Journal, (22) 3 24-Apr. (Link)Frydenberg, M. E., VanderClock, W. B. (2024). Redesigning CS 100 in the Context of a Changing University Curriculum. Information Systems Education Journal, (22) 1 89-107. (Link)Rruplli, E., Frydenberg, M., Patterson, A., Mentzer, K. (2024). Examining factors of student AI adoption through the value-based adoption model. Issues in Information Systems, (25) Issue 3 (Link)Patterson, A., Frydenberg, M., Basma, L. (2024). Examining generative artificial intelligence adoption in academia: a UTAUT perspective. Issues in Information Systems, (25) Issue 3 (Link)McCarron, E., Frydenberg, M. E. (2023). Digitally Prepared for Success? Technology Skills of Incoming First-Year College Students. Information Systems Education Journal, (21) 3 70. (Link)Frydenberg, M. E., Sultan, J., VanderClock, W. B. (2022). [PDF] from ed.gov Interacting with Bloomberg Terminal from an Information Technology Perspective. ISCAP, (20) 3 27-35. (Link)Whewell, E., Caldwell, H., Frydenberg, M., Andone, D. (2022). Changemakers as digital makers: Connecting and co-creating. Education and Information Technologies, (27) Issue 5 (Link)Xu, J., Frydenberg, M. E. (2021). Python Programming in an IS Curriculum: Perceived Relevance and Outcomes. Information Systems Education Journal, (19) 4 37-54. Mentzer, K., Frydenberg, M. E., Yates, D. J. (2020). Teaching Applications and Implications of Blockchain via Project-Based Learning: A Case Study. Information Systems Education Journal, (18) 6 57-98. (Link)Frydenberg, M. E. (2020). A Virtual Reality Project for Collaborative Global Learning. The Teaching Professor (Link)Yates, D. J., Frydenberg, M. E., Waguespack, L. J., McDermott, I., OConnell, J., Chen, F., Babb, J. S. (2019). Dotting i’s and Crossing T’s: Integrating Breadth and Depth in an Undergraduate Cybersecurity Course. Information Systems Education Journal, (17) 6 41-62. (Link)OConnell, J., Frydenberg, M. E. (2019). Building the Physical Web: A Campus Tour Using Bluetooth Low Energy Beacons. ISEDJ, (Information Systems Education Journal) v17 n5 (Link)Frydenberg, M. E., Xu, J. (2019). Easy as Py: A First Course in Python with a Taste of Data Analytics. Information Systems Education Journal, (17) 4 15-Apr. (Link)Frydenberg, M. E., Yates, D. J., Kukesh, J. S. (2018). Sprint, then Fly: Teaching Agile Methodologies with Paper Airplanes. Information Systems Education Journal, (16) 5 22-36. (Link)Frydenberg, M. E., Andone, D. (2018). Enhancing and Transforming Global Learning Communities with Augmented Reality. Journal of Information Systems Education, (29) 1 37-44. (Link)Frydenberg, M., Andone, D. (2018). Enhancing and transforming global learning communities with augmented reality. Journal of Information Systems Education, (29) Issue 1Andone, D., Frydenberg, M. E. (2017). EXPERIENCES IN ONLINE COLLABORATIVE LEARNING WITH AUGMENTED REALITY. Central and Eastern European Online Library, (Conference proceedings of >>eLearning and SOftware for Education<<) 2017 8. (Link)Frydenberg, M. E., Andone, D. (2016). Creating micro-videos to demonstrate technology learning and digital literacy. Interactive Technology and Smart Education Journal 13:04 261-273. Frydenberg, M. E., VanderClock, W. B. (2016). Acclimating Students to Technology in the First-Year College Experience. Information Systems Education Journal 14n1 28-34. (Link)Frydenberg, M. E. (2016). Game Development as a Pathway to Information Technology Literacy. Information Systems Education Journal Frydenberg, M., Andone, D. (2016). Creating micro-videos to demonstrate technology learning and digital literacy. Interactive Technology and Smart Education, (13) Issue 4 (Link)Frydenberg, M. E. (2015). Achieving digital literacy through game development: an authentic learning experience. Interactive Technology and Smart Education, (12) 4 256-269. (Link)Frydenberg, M. E. (2015). Introducing Big Data Concepts in an Introductory Technology Course. Information Systems Education Journal, (ISECON) 13 N5 25-Dec. (Link)Frydenberg, M. E., Charlebois, C., Hentschel, N. (2014). Swipe In, Tap Out: Advancing Student Entrepreneurship in the CIS Sandbox. ISEDJ, (ISECON) 12 1. (Link)Frydenberg, M. E. (2013). Technology Tools for Authentic Learning. NBEA (National Business Educator's Association) Business Education Forum, (67) 2Frydenberg, M. E. (2013). Creating a collaborative learning community in the CIS Sandbox. Interactive Technology and Smart Education, (10) 1 49-62. (Link)Frydenberg, M. E. (2013). Flipping Excel. Information Systems Education Journal, (11) 1 63-73. (Link)Frydenberg, M. E., Miko, J. (2011). Taking it to the Top: A Lesson in Search Engine Optimization. Information Systems Education Journal, (9) 1 22-40. (Link)Frydenberg, M. E., Andone, D. (2010). Two Screens and an Ocean: Collaborating Across Continents and Cultures with Web-based Tools. Information Systems Education Journal, (8) 55 12. (Link)Frydenberg, M. E., Press, L. (2010). From Computer Literacy to Web 2.0 Literacy: Teaching and Learning Information Technology Concepts Using Web 2.0 Tools. Information Systems Education Journal, (8) 10 18. (Link)Frydenberg, M. E. (2008). Principles and Pedagogy: The Two Ps of Podcasting in the Information Technology Classroom. Information Systems Education Journal, (6) 6 11-Mar. (Link)Frydenberg, M. E. (2008). Slickr: A Multi-Tiered Web Development Capstone Project Using Databases, Web Services, and AJAX. Information Systems Education Journal, (6) 37 15. (Link)Frydenberg, M. E. (2008). Using Web 2.0 Tools: Making the Internet Participatory and Dynamic. Elearning! Magazine, (6) Spring, 2008 (Link)Frydenberg, M. E. (2008). Wikis as a Tool for Collaborative Course Management. MERLOT Journal of Online Learning and Technology, (4) 2 1690181. (Link)Frydenberg, M. E. (2007). Teaching and Learning Information Technology with Mobile Devices. IADIS International Journal of Internet /WWW, (4) 2 34-45. (Link)Davi, A., Frydenberg, M. E., Gulati, G. J. (2007). Blogging Across the Disciplines: Integrating Technology to Enhance Liberal Learning. MERLOT Journal of Online Learning and Teaching, (3) 3 222-233. (Link)Frydenberg, M. E., Davi, A. (2006). Integrating Liberal Learning Principles into the Information Technology Classroom. Journal of Online Learning and Teaching, (2) 3 195-204. (Link)Frydenberg, M. E. (2006). Podcasting goes to college. SmartPhone and Pocket PC Magazine (Link)Frydenberg, M. E. (2006). Wearing Software Hats: Teaching Technology through Software Interactions. Information Systems Education Journal, (4) 27 (Link)Frydenberg, M. E., Kamis, A., Topi, H. (2005). Upgrading IT 101 with Handheld Computers. Communications of the Association for Information Systems, (16) Sept. 2005 494-516. (Link)Frydenberg, M. E., Richardson, C. (2005). College Students Trade Textbooks for Pocket PCs. Pocket PC Magazine 5-Jul (Link)Frydenberg, M. E. (2005). Technology to Go. Higher Learning Magazine July/August 2005 (Link)Whewell, E., Caldwell, H., Frydenberg, M. E., Andone, D. Changemakers as Digital Makers: Connecting and Co-creating. Education and Information Technologies, (Springer) Books
Stair, R., Reynolds, G., Bryant, J., Frydenberg, M. E., Greenberg, H., Schell, G. (2020). Principles of information systems , 14 Boston: Cengage Learning (Link)Clemens, B., Hooper, R., Frydenberg, M. E., Freund, S., Ruffolo, L., Ciampa, M., Campbell, J. (2019). Technology for Success CengageFrydenberg, M. E., Vermaat, M., Seebok, S., Freund, S., Campbell, J. (2016). Discovering Computers 2017 736. Boston, MA: Cengage (Link)Vermaat, M., Sebok, S., Freund, S., Campbell, J., Frydenberg, M. E. (2015). Discovering Computers 2016: Tools, Apps, Devices, and the Impact of Technology 828. Boston, MA: Cengage Learning (Link)Vermaat, M., Freund, S., Sebok, S., Campbell, J., Frydenberg, M. E. (2014). Discovering Computers 2015 Enhanced Edition New York: CengageVermaat, M., Campbell, J., Freund, S., Frydenberg, M. E., Sebok, S. (2013). Discovering Computers 2014 Boston, MA: CengageFrydenberg, M. E., Shelly, G. (2012). Web 2.0 Concepts and Applications Boston, MA: CengageFrydenberg, M. E., Shelly, G. (2010). Web 2.0 Concepts and Applications 264. Boston, MA: Cengage Learning (Link)Book Chapters
Stair, R., Reynolds, G., Frydenberg, M. E., , O. (2020). Principles of Information Systems 14th Edition . CenageClemens, B., Hooper, R., Frydenberg, M. E., Freund, S., Ruffolo, L., Ciampa, M., Campbell, J. (2019). Technology for Success . Andone, D., Frydenberg, M. E. (2019). Creating Virtual Reality in a Business and Technology Educational Context Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality: The Power of AR and VR for Business. Springer (Link)Frydenberg, M. E. (2017). Effective Use of Information and Communication Technologies in Informal Learning Spaces Exploring Informal Learning Space in the University: Its Place in the Digital World. Ashgate (Link)Frydenberg, M. (2017). Effective use of information and communication technologies in informal learning spaces . Taylor and Francis (Link)Frydenberg, M. E. (2015). Considering Big Data in the Business Education Curriculum NBEA Yearbook. NBEAFrydenberg, M. E. (2013). Aligning Open, Physical, and Virtual Spaces in the CIS Sandbox Open and Social Technologies for Networked Learning. New York: Springer PublicationsFrydenberg, M., Miko, J. (2013). First on the list: Search Engine Optimization contests as authentic learning . Springer New York (Link)Frydenberg, M. E., Miko, J. (2012). FIRST ON THE LIST: Search Engine Optimization Contests as Authentic Learning Towards Learning and Instruction in Web 3.0. Advances in Cognitive and Educational Psychology. New York: Springer Publications (Link)Frydenberg, M. E. (2010). Teaching and Learning Information Technology through the Lens of Web 2.0 Web 2.0-Based E-Learning: Applying Social Informatics for Tertiary Teaching. Hershey, PA: IGI Global (Link)Frydenberg, M. E. (2004). Excel Lab Exercises . Massachusetts: Adison WesleyFrydenberg, M. E. (2004). Using JBuilder 8 . El Granada, CA: Scott/Jones, IncCase Studies
Frydenberg, M. E. (2023). Teaching Case Alexa, Help Me Learn About the Internet of Things!. (Link)Frydenberg, M. E. (2022). Alexa, Teach Me About the Internet of Things!. (Link)Mentzer, ., Frydenberg, M. E., Galante, Z. (2022). Bracketology: Predicting Winners from Music March Madness. (Link)Frydenberg, M. E., Sultan, J., VanderClock, W. B. (2022). V20 N3 Pages 27-35 Jun 2022 Interacting with Bloomberg Terminal from an Information Technology Perspective. (Link)Mentzer, K., Galante, Z., Frydenberg, M. E. (2021). Bracketology: Predicting Winners from Music March Madness. (Link)Frydenberg, M. E., Sultan, J., VanderClock, W. B. (2021). Interacting with Bloomberg Terminal from an Information Technology Perspective. (Link)Frydenberg, M. E. (2016). Ding Dong, You've Got Mail! A Teaching Case for the Internet of Things. (Link)Conference Proceedings
Frydenberg, M. (2026). “VIRTUAL REALITY IN BUSINESS EDUCATION: POSSIBILITIES FOR LEARNING AND PROFESSIONAL POTENTIAL” Institute for the Future of Education Monterrey, MX Frydenberg, M., Plesch, S., Dalsant, A. (2025). “Designing VR Learning Scenarios with AI-Enabled Avatars for Business Education” Frydenberg, M., Dove, S. (2025). “Enhancing social, cognitive, and teaching presence in business education with Artificial Intelligence” Institute for the Future of Education Conference Monterrey MX Frydenberg, M., Mentzer, K. (2025). “Are 21st Century Skills Still Relevant in the 21st Century?” ISCAP Conference Louisville KY Frydenberg, M. (2025). “From Excel to Python to AI: A Connectivist Approach to Teaching Coding Concepts in an Introductory Information Systems Course” ISCAP Conference Louisville, KY Frydenberg, M., Andone, D. (2024). “Digital Bridges Across the Ocean: The TalkTech Project's Journey of Fostering Open Education in Virtual Reality” Frydenberg, M., Paushter, L. (2024). “Empowering Tomorrow's Information Technology Professionals: Bridging Competencies and Personalized Learning through 'Topics in Tech'” Frydenberg, M. E., Yates, D. J., Noonan, A. (2023). “Living in the Metaverse: A Multidisciplinary Course Design and Pedagogy” Proceedings of the ISCAP Conference Albuquerque NM Mentzer, K., Frydenberg, M. E., Patterson, A. (2023). “Are Tech Savvy Students Tech Literate? Digital and Data Literacy Skills of First-Year College Students” ISCAP Albuquerque NM Frydenberg, M. E., VanderClock, W. B. (2023). “Redesigning CS 100 in the Context of a Changing University Curriculum” Proceedings of the ISCAP Conference Albuquerque Andone, D., Frydenberg, M. E. (2023). “Students as Open Educational Resources Co-Creators in the TalkTech Project” IEEE Cambridge, MA Frydenberg, M. E., Andone, D. (2023). “Co-Creating Virtual Reality as Open Educational Resources: An Inquiry-Based Thinking Approach” IEEE Salt Lake City, UT Frydenberg, M., Ohri, S. (2023). “Designing a Metaverse for an Immersive Learning Experience” McCarron, E., Frydenberg, M. E. (2022). “What Do They Know? Digital Literacy Competencies of First-Year College Students” ISCAPAndone, D., Frydenberg, M. (2022). “Developing Digital Competencies and Future Skills: An International Project-Based Learning through Open Virtual Mobilities in Pandemic Times” Andone, D., Frydenberg, M. (2021). “Adapting project-based learning through virtual mobilities in pandemic times - TalkTech project revisited” Andone, D., Frydenberg, M. (2021). “Co-creating with TalkTech: Developing attributes through international digital collaborative projects” Frydenberg, M., Andone, D. (2021). “Converging Digital Literacy through Virtual Reality” Frydenberg, M., Andone, D. (2019). “Does Creating Shared Projects in Virtual Reality Capture Students' Interest in Technology? An International Project in STEM Education” OConnell, J., Frydenberg, M. E. (2018). “Building the Physical Web: A Campus Tour Using Bluetooth Low Energy Beacons” ISCAP Norfolk, VA Frydenberg, M. E., Xu, J. (2018). “Easy as Py: A First Course in Python with a Taste of Data Analytics” ISCAPAndone, D., Vert, S., Frydenberg, M., Vasiu, R. (2018). “Open virtual reality project to improve students' skills” Frydenberg, M., Andone, D. (2017). “Collaborative Learning about Augmented Reality from Technology and Business Perspectives” Frydenberg, M., Andone, D. (2016). “Creating micro-videos to demonstrate technology learning” Frydenberg, M. (2015). “Creating games as authentic learning in the information technology classroom” Syvanen, A., Frydenberg, M. E., Poutanen, J., Turunen, M., Walton, G. (2014). “Interactive and Engaging Social Learning Spaces for Collaboration” Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education Tampere, FI Frydenberg, M. E. (2014). “Student Learning in the CIS Studio” Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education Tampere, FI Andone, D., Frydenberg, M. E. (2014). “Becoming Creative Creators: Simulating a Global Workplace using Computational Thinking Practices” Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education Tampere, FI Frydenberg, M. E., Andone, D. (2014). “TOOLBOX 2.0: WEB-BASED OER FOR CONNECTIVISM LEARNING” Romanian Advanced Distributed Learning Association Bucharest Frydenberg, M. (2014). “Introducing big data concepts in an introductory technology course” Frydenberg, M. E. (2013). “Drinking from the Fire Hose: Tools for Teaching Big Data Concepts in the Introductory IT Classroom” ISECON / AITP San Antonio Frydenberg, M. E., Ifenthaler, D. (2013). “Lessons Learned from Teaching in a Flipped Classroom” AECT Anaheim, CA Frydenberg, M. E. (2013). “Tools for Training in a Flipped Classroom” SALT Vienna, VA Frydenberg, M. E. (2013). “Peer Tutoring in the CIS Sandbox: Does it Work?” IADIS Prague Frydenberg, M. E. (2013). “Fostering Entrepreneurship in the CIS Sandbox” Information Systems Education JournalFrydenberg, M. (2013). “Aligning open, physical, and virtual spaces in the CIS Sandbox” Frydenberg, M. E. (2012). “Flipping Excel” AITPFrydenberg, M. E. (2012). “Creating a Collaborative Learning Community in the CIS Sandbox” Proceedings of the IADIS Multi-Conference on Computer Science and Information Systems Lisbon Frydenberg, M. E. (2012). “Creating a Collaborative Learning Community in the CIS Sandbox” IADIS Lisbon Frydenberg, M. (2012). “Fostering entrepreneurship in the CIS sandbox” Frydenberg, M. E. (2011). “The Silver Lining: A Teaching Case Using Google Docs to Illustrate Cloud Computing Concepts” Association of Information Technology Professionals Wilmington, NC Frydenberg, M. E. (2011). “Welcome to Class! Please Take out your Cell Phones!” SALT Reston, VA Frydenberg, M. E. (2011). “Welcome to Class! Please Take out your Cell Phones!” Campus Technology Boston, MA Frydenberg, M. E., Andone, D. (2011). “Who Are These People, And How Do We Work Together? Creating An Environment For Global Collaboration With Information And Communication Technologies” IADIS Rome Frydenberg, M. E., Andone, D. (2011). “Across Continents: Using Web Based Collaboration Tools for Learning” IEEE Atlanta, GA Frydenberg, M. E., Andone, D. (2011). “Learning for 21st Century Skills” IEEE London Frydenberg, M. E., Miko, J. (2010). “Taking it to the Top: A Lesson in Search Engine Optimization” AITP Nashville Frydenberg, M. E. (2010). “Keeping Up with Technology” Society for Applied Learning and Technology Washington, DC Frydenberg, M. E., Miko, J. (2010). “SEO Contests as Authentic Learning” IADIS Timisoara, Romania Frydenberg, M. E., Andone, D. (2009). “Engaging Digital Students in Global Learning: A Conversation in Multimedia, Technology, and Culture” Frydenberg, M. E., Press, L. (2009). “From Computer Literacy to Web 2.0 Literacy: Teaching IT Concepts with Web 2.0 Tools” Andone, D., Frydenberg, M. E. (2009). “One idea, One Ocean, Two Countries and Tens of Students... the Implications of Virtual Mobilities” Frydenberg, M. E., Andone, D. (2009). “Two Screens and an Ocean: Collaborating Across Continents and Cultureswith Web-Based Tools” Frydenberg, M., Press, L. (2009). “From computer literacy to web 2.0 literacy: Teaching and learning information technology concepts using web 2.0 tools” Frydenberg, M. E. (2008). “Programming Without Programming: Learning Mashups and Web 2.0 in the Information Technology Classroom” Frydenberg, M. E. (2007). “Slickr: A Capstone Web Develoment Project using ASP.NET, Web Services, and AJAX” Chan, A., Frydenberg, M. E., Lee, M. (2007). “Facilitating Cross-Cultural Learning through Collaborative SkypeCasting” Frydenberg, M. (2007). “Podcasting in the classroom: Student-created media for mobile learning” Frydenberg, M. E. (2006). “Creating Learning Spaces for Mobile Devices in the Information Technology Classroom” Frydenberg, M. E. (2005). “Wearing Software Hats: Teaching Introductory Technology Through Software Interactions” Digital and Electronic Media, Social Media, Blogs, Podcasts
2018. "Inside Higher Ed" 2017. "Acadly" Other Scholarly Work
Frydenberg, M. E. (2024). Empowering Tomorrow's Information Technology Professionals: Bridging Competencies and Personalized Learning through 'Topics in Tech'. IEEE, (Proceedings of IEEE Frontiers in Education Conference) .Ohri, S. (2023). Designing a Metaverse for an Immersive Learning Experience. , (9th International Conference on Higher Education Advances (HEAd’23)) (Link).Andone, D. (2019). Exploring Students Cultural Experience in an International Learning Project using Digital Reality.. EDEN (Link).Frydenberg, M. E. (2009). Mashups in the Information Technology Classroom. (Link).Frydenberg, M. E. Co-creating with TalkTech: Developing Attributes through International Digital Collaborative Projects. IEEE, (EDUCON2021 – IEEE Global Engineering Education Conference) .Presentations
Dalsant, A., Divekar, R., Frydenberg, M., Matra, L., Pierni, V., Plesch, S., Salina, S., Wolfe, J. (2025). “Advancing Immersive Education at Bentley University” Presented at the Bentley Research Council (BRC) Poster Presentation Bentley University Frydenberg, M. (2025). “Advancing Business IT Education with Immersive VR Technologies” Presented at the CPLA Cyber Physical Learning Alliance Summit Hong Kong Frydenberg, M. E. (1964). “Searching for Connection in the Metaverse: Business, Technological, and Societal Perspectives” Presented at the Technology University of Monterrey Institute for the Future of Education Conference Proceedings Monterrey, MX Frydenberg, M. E. (1964). “What Can't AI Do? Challenges of AI in Teaching” Presented at the E³UDRES² European University³ Alliance DigiSkills 2024 Timisoara Romania Frydenberg, M. E. (1964). “Pitfalls of AI In Education” Presented at the Chartered Certifications AI In Education Forum Toronto Frydenberg, M. E., Xu, A., Xu, J. (1964). “Student Perceptions of Learning through Original and AI-Generated Python Programs from a Software Quality Perspective” Presented at the Information Systems and Computing Academic Professionals (ISCAP) Baltimore, Maryland Frydenberg, M. E. (1964). “Empowering Tomorrow's Information Technology Professionals: Bridging Competencies and Personalized Learning Through "Topics in Tech"” Presented at the IEEE IEEE frontiers in education Washington Frydenberg, M. E. (1964). “Virtual Reality and International Collaboration” Presented at the Meta Meta's Education Community Summit Menlo Park CA Frydenberg, M. E. (1964). “Metaverse and VR in Education” Presented at the EdTech World Forum London, UK Frydenberg, M. E. (1964). “AI and the Teacher: Partner or Replacement?” Presented at the AI in Education Forum London Frydenberg, M. E. (1964). “Digital Bridges Across the Ocean: The TalkTech Project's Journey of Fostering Open Education in Virtual Reality” Presented at the IEEE IEEE Global Engineering Education Conference (EDUCON), Kos, Greece Frydenberg, M. E. (1964). “Virtual Voyages: Sharing Global Cultures through Co-Created Digital Reality” Presented at the WISE WISE (Workshop on Intercultural Skills Enhancement) Conference Wake Forest University, NC Frydenberg, M. E. (2023). “Metaverse in Higher Ed” Presented at the EdTechWorldForum London Frydenberg, M. E. (2023). “Meet me in the metaverse” Presented at the International Association for eScience ‚Äì IAFeS IAFES INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE NETTIES DIGITAL CULTURE AND HERITAGE Timisoara Romania CICCHETTI, C., Raman, K., Garfield, M. J., Aljanaideh, A., Frydenberg, M. E. (2023). “FinTech and ChatGPT Hack-Fest 2023” Presented at the Lab for Economics, Accounting and Finance & CIS Sandbox Hackathon Bentley University Frydenberg, M. E. (2022). “Multi-Access Learning for Student Engagement” Presented at the TESUMMIT https://www.tesummit.org Teaching and Education Summit Virtual VanderClock, W. B., Frydenberg, M. E. (2022). “Redesigning CIS 100: Solving Business Problems with Information Technology: A Project-Based Learning Approach” Presented at the Bentley University ISCAP (EDSIG) Clearwater Beach, Florida Frydenberg, M. E. (2022). “Creating a Multi Access Learning Community in the CIS Sandbox” Presented at the IATED EDU Learn 22 Mallorca Andone, D., Frydenberg, M. E. (2022). “Developing Digital Competencies and Future Skills: An International Project-Based Learning through Open Virtual Mobilities in Pandemic Times” Presented at the IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies (IEEE) Bucharest and online Frydenberg, M. E. (2022). “Multi-access Learning in the CIS Sandbox” Presented at the Duke University Pandemic Pedagogy Research Symposium 2022 viutual Frydenberg, M. E. (2021). “CARRYING IT FORWARD: INNOVATIONS FROM MOVING A LEARNING SPACE ONLINE DURING THE PANDEMIC” Presented at the EdTech World Forum EdTech World Forum London (Virtural) Frydenberg, M. E., Merritt, D. (2021). “On the Rebound: Innovations from Two Learning Sandboxes During the Pandemic” Presented at the EDUCause EDUCause Philadelphia Frydenberg, M. E. (2021). “Bring Active Learning to Your Classroom!” Presented at the Greek Ministry of Education and Religious Affairs 7th International Conference on Innovation in Education‚Äù Greece Frydenberg, M. E., Andone, D., Whewell, E., Caldwell, H. (2021). “ENHANCING DIGITAL COMPETENCES WITH CO-CREATION” Presented at the EDULearn 13th International Conference on Education and New Learning Technologies Virtual Andone, D., Frydenberg, M. E. (2021). “Co-creating with TalkTech: Developing attributes through international digital collaborative projects” Presented at the IEEE EDUCON Global Engineering Education Conference Vienna Austria and Virtual Frydenberg, M. E., Mentzer, K. (2020). “From Engagement to Empowerment: Project-Based Learning in Python Coding Courses” Presented at the ISCAP EDSIGCon virtual Xu, J., Frydenberg, M. E. (2020). “Python Programming in an IS Curriculum: Perceived Relevance and Outcomes” Presented at the EDSIG Conference Virtual Frydenberg, M. E., Caspar, S. (2020). “Exploring Cultures through Immersive Technologies” Presented at the EDUCAUSE EDUCAUSE Annual Conference virtual Frydenberg, M. E., Andone, D. (2020). “Extending Global Learning Through Virtual Reality and Virtual Mobility” Presented at the Association of American Colleges & Universities AACU Global Learning Conference virtual Frydenberg, M. E. (2020). “Bridging Cultures: Creating Virtual And Augmented Reality For Global Collaborative Learning” Presented at the Online Learning Consortium OLC Innovate virtual Frydenberg, M. E. (2020). “Engaging students through technology ‚Äì what works from the teacher‚Äôs perspective?” Presented at the Future EdTech Future EdTech London Frydenberg, M. E., Olmstead, M., Kiezbrink, K., Golanowska, J. (2020). “Harnessing technology to support graduate employability” Presented at the Future EdTech Future EdTech London Frydenberg, M. E., Leary, R., Gore, J., Cortuk, F., Scott, J. (2020). “How is student experience changing during COVID-19 outbreak?” Presented at the Future EdTech Future EdTech London Frydenberg, M. E., Caldwell, H. (2020). “Artificial realities for connecting classrooms” Presented at the Technology & Pedagogy Education Association British Educational Technology and Teaching (Bett) London Frydenberg, M. E. (2019). “What Can You Do With Code?” Presented at the Waltham High School Waltham High School Computer Science Conference Waltham Frydenberg, M. E., Kanabar, V., Musserian, L., Rajagopalan, S., Sieverts, L. (2019). “Where does Agile Fit in Collegiate Education?” Presented at the University of New Hampshire Agile Summit Durham,, NH Frydenberg, M. E., Andone, D. (2018). “TalkTech at Ten” Presented at the University Politehnica of Timisoara International Conference on eLearning in Central and Eastern Europe Timisoara, Romania Frydenberg, M. E., Andone, D. (2018). “TalkTech at Ten” Presented at the University Politehnica of Timisoara International eLearning Conference in Central and Eastern Europe Timisoara, Romania Andone, D., Frydenberg, M. E., Vert, S., Vasiu, R. (2018). “Open Virtual Reality Project to Improve Students‚Äô Skills” Presented at the IEEE 2018 IEEE Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies Mumbai Andone, D., Frydenberg, M. E. (2017). “Going Global: Augmented and Virtual Reality” Presented at the British Council Going Global 2017 London Frydenberg, M. E., Caldwell, H. (2017). “BYOD: Bring your own device and the seamless transition from informal to formal learning using mobile technology” Presented at the BETT British Educational Technology and Teaching Conference London Frydenberg, M. E., Sutch, L. (2016). “How to Spruce Up Your Computer Lab without breaking your budget” Presented at the Campus Technology Conference Boston MA Frydenberg, M. E. (2016). “From Tech Savvy to Digitally Literate: Apps and Activities for Social Learning” Presented at the NJEdge New Jersey Research and Education Network Summer Luncheon Long Branch, New Jersey Frydenberg, M. E., Wheeler, S., Klappa, P. (2016). “Assessing the effectiveness of social media: Successes and Pitfalls” Presented at the BETT British Educational Technology and Teaching Conference London Frydenberg, M. E., Andone, D. (2016). “TalkTech: An Exploration of Technology Trends, Digital Media, and Culture across Continents Read more: http://www.bettshow.com/page.cfm/Action=Visitor/VisitorID=1872#ixzz3yw3cn1zG” Presented at the BETT British Educational Technology and Teaching Conference London VanderClock, B., Frydenberg, M. (2015). “Acclimating Students to Technology in the First-Year College Experience” Presented at the AITP Education Special Interest Group EDSIGCon/CONISAR Wilmington, NC Frydenberg, M. E. (2015). “Creating Games as Authentic Learning in the Information Technology Classroom” Presented at the IADIS MultiConference on Computer Science and Information Systems (E-Learning Conference) Gran Canaria, Spain Frydenberg, M. E., Andone, D. (2015). “Social Media, Online Collaboration, and Mobile Devices: Tools for Demonstrating Digital Literacy” Presented at the Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE). EdMedia World Conference on Educational Media and Technology 2015 Montreal Andone, D., Frydenberg, M. E. (2015). “International Virtual Mobilities for Opening up Education” Presented at the European Distance and E-Learning Network EDEN Annual Conference Barcelona Frydenberg, M. E. (2015). “Considering Big Data in the Business Education Curriculum” Presented at the NBEA National Business Education Association Chicago Frydenberg, M. E., Amer, B. (2015). “Tweet Me If You Can: Teaching Teachers about Social Media” Presented at the Cengage Cengage Conference Phoenix Frydenberg, M. E., Syvannen, A., Walton, G. (2015). “Maximising technology rich informal, social learning spaces (SLS) in higher education: An international exploration of good practice Read more: http://www.bettshow.com/page.cfm/Action=Visitor/VisitorID=7394/PageOption=Seminar_2#ixzz3QKrSVaOO” Presented at the BETT British Educational Technology and Teaching Conference London Frydenberg, M. E. (2014). “Considering Big Data in the IT Curriculum” Presented at the Bentley Bentley Research Colloquium Waltham Nichols, R., Aslinger, B. S., Haughton, D. M., Frydenberg, M. E., Gulati, G. J. (2014). Presented at the Valente Center for Arts and Sciences 25th Anniversary of the Web Bentley University Syvanen, A., Frydenberg, M. E., Poutanen, J., Turunen, M., Walton, G. (2014). “Interactive and Engaging Social Learning Spaces for Collaboration” Presented at the Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education EdMedia 2014 Tampere, FI Frydenberg, M. E. (2014). “Student Learning in the CIS Studio” Presented at the Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education EdMedia 2014 Tampere, FI Andone, D., Frydenberg, M. E. (2014). “Becoming Creative Creators: Simulating a Global Workplace using Computational Thinking Practices” Presented at the Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education EdMedia 2014 Tampere, FI Frydenberg, M. E., Andone, D. (2014). “TOOLBOX 2.0: WEB-BASED OER FOR CONNECTIVISM LEARNING” Presented at the Romanian Advanced Distributed Learning Association Elearning and Software for Education Bucharest Frydenberg, M. E., Charlebois, C., Hentschel, N. (2013). “Swipe In, Tap Out: Advancing Student Entrepreneurship in the CIS Sandbox” Presented at the ISECON / AITP ISECON San Antonio Frydenberg, M. E. (2013). “Drinking from the Fire Hose: Tools for Teaching Big Data Concepts in the Introductory IT Classroom” Presented at the ISECON / AITP ISECON San Antonio Frydenberg, M. E., Ifenthaler, D. (2013). “Lessons Learned from Teaching in a Flipped Classroom” Presented at the AECT Association for Educational Communications and Technology Anaheim, CA Frydenberg, M. E. (2013). “Tools for Training in a Flipped Classroom” Presented at the SALT Society for Applied Learning Technology Vienna, VA Frydenberg, M. E. (2013). “Peer Tutoring in the CIS Sandbox: Does it Work?” Presented at the IADIS IADIS MultiConference on Computer Science and Information Systems Prague Frydenberg, M. E. (2013). “Every School has a computer lab” Presented at the New England Regional Computing Conference (NERCOMP)Frydenberg, M. E. (2012). “Creating a Collaborative Learning Community in the CIS Sandbox” Presented at the IADIS IADIS E-Learning Conference 2012 Lisbon Frydenberg, M. E. (2011). “The Silver Lining: A Teaching Case Using Google Docs to Illustrate Cloud Computing Concepts” Presented at the Association of Information Technology Professionals Information Systems Educators' Conference Wilmington, NC Frydenberg, M. E. (2011). “What Today's Students Think They Know about the Cloud” Presented at the Bentley Business Networks Bentley Business Networks Alumni Event Waltham MA Frydenberg, M. E. (2011). “Welcome to Class! Please Take out your Cell Phones!” Presented at the SALT Society for Applied Learning Technology Interactive Technologies Conference Reston, VA Frydenberg, M. E. (2011). “Welcome to Class! Please Take out your Cell Phones!” Presented at the Campus Technology Campus Technology Conference Boston, MA Frydenberg, M. E., Andone, D. (2011). “Who Are These People, And How Do We Work Together? Creating An Environment For Global Collaboration With Information And Communication Technologies” Presented at the IADIS Multiconference on Computer Science and Information Systems Rome Frydenberg, M. E., Andone, D. (2011). “Across Continents: Using Web Based Collaboration Tools for Learning” Presented at the IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies Atlanta, GA Frydenberg, M. E., Andone, D. (2011). “Learning for 21st Century Skills” Presented at the IEEE International Conference on Information Society London Frydenberg, M. E., Miko, J. (2010). “SEO Contests as Authentic Learning” Presented at the IADIS Conference on Cognition and Exploratory Learning in a Digital Age Timisoara, Romania Frydenberg, M. E., Miko, J. (2010). “Taking it to the Top: A Lesson in Search Engine Optimization” Presented at the AITP Information Systems Educators' Conference Nashville Frydenberg, M. E. (2010). “From the Information Super Highway to the Cloud (Key note presentation).” Presented at the IADIS International Conference on World Wide Web /Internet Timisoara, Romania Frydenberg, M. E. (2010). “Anti-Social Networking” Presented at the Society for Applied Learning and Technology Society for Applied Learning and Technology Interactive Technologies Conference Washington, DC Frydenberg, M. E. (2010). “Keeping Up with Technology” Presented at the Society for Applied Learning and Technology Society for Applied Learning and Technology Interactive Technologies Conference Washington, DC Aslinger, B. S., Frydenberg, M. E. (2010). “Learning and Engaging Students with Web 2.0 Tools” Presented at the Northeast Regional Computing Program Web 2.0 Tools for Promoting Multifaceted Learning Special Interest Group Norwood, MA Frydenberg, M. E. (2009). “All Things Google: Using Google Tools in the Classroom” Frydenberg, M. E. (2009). “Engaging Millenial Students with Web 2.0 Tools” Frydenberg, M. E. (2009). “I Don't Care What You Had for Lunch: Using Twitter in the Classroom” Andone, D., Frydenberg, M. E. (2009). “One idea, One Ocean, Two Countries and Tens of Students... the Implications of Virtual Mobilities” Presented at the IADIS Cognition and Exploratory Learning in a Digital Age Rome, Italy Frydenberg, M. E., Andone, D. (2009). “Engaging Digital Students in Global Learning: A Conversation in Multimedia, Technology, and Culture” Presented at the IADIS International Conference: e-Learning 2009 Algarve, Portugal Frydenberg, M. E., Press, L. (2009). “From Computer Literacy to Web 2.0 Literacy: Teaching IT Concepts with Web 2.0 Tools” Presented at the Information Systems Education Conference Washington, DC Frydenberg, M. E., Batson, T., Leek, E. (2009). “Panelist on Web 2.0 Tools for Educators” Frydenberg, M. E. (2009). “Twitter as a Tool for Training” Frydenberg, M. E. (2009). “Web 2.0 Tools in the Classroom” Frydenberg, M. E. (2009). “Webinar Series: Increase Student Engagement with Web 2.0 Topics” Frydenberg, M. E., Andone, D. (2009). “Two Screens and an Ocean: Collaborating Across Continents and Cultureswith Web-Based Tools” Presented at the Information Systems Education Conference Washington, DC Frydenberg, M. E. (2008). “Building Mashups with Popfly” Frydenberg, M. E. (2008). “Collaborative SkypeCasting” Frydenberg, M. E. (2008). “Engaging Millenial Students with Web 2.0 Tools” Frydenberg, M. E. (2008). “Programming Without Programming: Learning Mashups and Web 2.0 in the Information Technology Classroom” Presented at the IADIS E-Learning Amsterdam Frydenberg, M. E. (2008). “Mashups in the Information Technology Classroom” Frydenberg, M. E. (2008). “Using Mashups to Teach Introductory Programming Concepts” Chan, A., Frydenberg, M. E., Lee, M. (2007). “Facilitating Cross-Cultural Learning through Collaborative SkypeCasting” Presented at the ACM SIGITE Destin, FL Frydenberg, M. E. (2007). “Podcasting in the Classroom: Student-Created Media for Mobile Learning” Presented at the IADIS International Conference on Mobile Learning 2007 Lisbon, Portugal Frydenberg, M. E. (2007). “Keeping Students Engaged: Emerging Technologies in the Classroom” Frydenberg, M. E. (2007). “Podcasting for Educators” Frydenberg, M. E. (2007). “Podcasting in the Classroom: More than Just Listening” Frydenberg, M. E. (2007). “Slickr: A Capstone Web Develoment Project using ASP.NET, Web Services, and AJAX” Presented at the ISECON Pittsburgh, PA Chan, A., Frydenberg, M. E., Lee, M. (2007). “Facilitating Cross-Cultural Learning through Collaborative SkypeCasting” Presented at the ACM SIGITE Destin, FL Frydenberg, M. E. (2006). “Emerging Technologies: RSS and Podcasting in the Classroom” Frydenberg, M. E. (2006). “Getting Results: Strategies for Teaching with Podcasts” Frydenberg, M. E. (2006). “Principles and Pedagogy: Two P's of Podcasting in the Information Technology Classroom” Presented at the ISECON Dallas Frydenberg, M. E., Davi, W. (2006). “IT 101 and Critical Thinking: Using Technology to Integrate Liberal Learning into the Classroom” Presented at the Learning and Technology: Implications for Liberal Education and the Disciplines Seattle, WA Frydenberg, M. E., LeDoux, E. A., Rhinesmith, C. H. (2006). “Morphing From Music: iPods Enter The Classroom” Frydenberg, M. E. (2006). “Podcasting and New Media in Education” Frydenberg, M. E. (2006). “Podcasting for Educators at Podcamp to the Podcasting Enthusiasts” Frydenberg, M. E. (2006). “Podcasting: Getting Results” Frydenberg, M. E. (2006). “Technology in Your Hand: Teaching, Learning, and Managing Your Life with a Pocket PC” Frydenberg, M. E. (2006). “Creating Learning Spaces for Mobile Devices in the Information Technology Classroom” Presented at the IADIS International Conference: Mobile Learning 2006 Dublin, Ireland Frydenberg, M. E. (2005). “Bentley's Technology Intensive IT 101” Frydenberg, M. E. (2005). “Emerging Technologies and Teaching Techniques with Pocket PCs” Frydenberg, M. E. (2005). “Emerging Technoloogies and Teaching Techniques: Pocket PCs” Frydenberg, M. E. (2005). “Using Pocket PCs To Teach Introductory Technology Concepts” Frydenberg, M. E. (2005). “Wearing Software Hats: Teaching Introductory Technology Through Software Interactions” Presented at the ISECON Columbus, Ohio Lucas, W. T., Frydenberg, M. E. (2000). “Enhanced Learning with Personalized Course Pages” Presented at the 11th International Conference of the Information Resources Management Association Anchorage, AK Dalsant, A., Divekar, R., Frydenberg, M., Matra, L., Pierni, V., Plesch, S., Salina, S., Wolfe, J. (2025). “Advancing Immersive Education at Bentley University” Presented at the Bentley Research Council (BRC) Poster PresentationTechnology
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