Political Science
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W. Ball
Social Science Computer Review
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Abstract
This article examines virtual conferencing as an alternative to the traditional academic conference. After defining terms and reviewing the purposes of academic conferences, the article looks at virtual conferencing in three ways. The first is the differences between virtual conferencing and traditional conferencing. The second is the primary trade-offs to be considered in planning a virtual conference. The third is a case study of the Teaching Politics Virtual Conference.