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Frequently Asked Questions

Registration
What's the easiest way to register for the conference?
When should I register?
When is the last day I can register?
Where do I pick up my badge?
Something has come up and I need to cancel. How do I go about doing this?
Do I have to sign up for the sessions?
Do I have to pay now, or can I be invoiced?
Can I sign up for a Pre-conference Certificate Program later if I decide to take one?
Can I walk in and sign up for the conference?
 
Discounts
What discounts are available?
Do we have to pay by a certain date to receive the discounts?
What type of proof should I send to receive my discount?
 
Location
Where is the event taking place?
What hotel should I stay at?
Are meals included?
 
Program
What is Morning Buzz?
Are the Optional Pre-conference Certificate Programs full day events?
What is the Expo Reception all about?
Are the sessions being recorded?
 
Misc
What is the dress code?


What's the easiest way to register for the conference?
The easiest way to register for the conference is to do it online. Alternately, you can contact us by phone to register. Our phone number is +1.707.566.8990. Online Registration Form...
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When should I register?
Register as soon as you can! Be sure to check for registration discounts because there are several — including organizational  and group discounts — for which you may qualify. Registration Details...
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When is the last day I can register?
Registration is open until either 1) the conference sells out or 2) the final day of the conference.
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Where do I pick up my badge?
You can pick up your badge at the Registration Desk any time during Registration Desk hours.
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Something has come up and I need to cancel. How do I go about doing this?
A 100% refund will be made to those who cancel for any reason before Friday, October 14, 2011. For cancellations received  Friday,
October 14, 2011, through Thursday, October 27th, a 50% handling fee will be assessed. Refunds will not be given to those who do not cancel by Thursday, October 27th and do not attend. All cancellations must be in writing and can be emailed to service@elearningguild.com or faxed to +1.707.566.8963. Substitutions can be made at any time up to the start of the conference. Please call +1.707.566.8990 to arrange a substitution.
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Do I have to sign up for the sessions?
Registered participants of DevLearn 2011 can attend any session listed in the conference schedule. (Note: This does not include Optional Pre-conference Certificate Programs, for which a separate fee is required.)
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Do I have to pay now, or can I be invoiced?
You can be invoiced for your registration. Simply select the "Bill Me" payment option, and enter your PO#. (If you don’t have a PO#, type in your name in the PO field.) Once you submit your registration, we will email you an invoice. Please note that payment must be received prior to discount deadlines for the discount to remain in effect. Please call us at +1.707.566.8990 with any questions.
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Can I sign up for a Pre-conference Certificate Program later if I decide to take one?
Absolutely! However, please remember that Pre-conference Certificate Programs often sell out, so you’ll want to register for these events as soon as you can.
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Can I walk in and sign up for the conference?
Walk-ins are accepted as long as the conference is not sold out. Materials for walk-in registrations are based on availability at the time of registration.
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What discounts are available?
There are three types of registration discounts: Early Registration Discount (ends Friday, September 16th), Organizational, and Group discounts. And of course, all eLearning Guild paid Members and Member-Plus members receive a 20% discount on their conference registration fees. Discount Information...
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Do we have to pay by a certain date to receive the discounts?
To receive the discounts, your registration must be paid by the discount deadlines. Discount Deadlines...
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What type of proof should I send to receive my discount?
To receive an Organizational Discounts, you must fax proof of eligibility to +1.707.566.8963. Verification types include:

  • A  statement on your organization’s letterhead verifying your proof of employment
  • A copy of your organization-issued ID card

Your registration will not be fully processed until we receive this information, and it has been verified.
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Where is the event taking place?
The event is taking place at The Aria Resort and Casino in Las Vegas.
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What hotel should I stay at?
You should stay at the hotel where the event is taking place,
 The Aria Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. The eLearning Guild has established a special negotiated rate of $179 a night (USD), available through October 8, 2011.
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Are meals included?
Lunch is included with your registration (no lunch on Friday, November 4th). There is a wide range of dining options close to the hotel to satisfy your breakfast and dinner cravings. Check in with the hotel concierge for your options!
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What is Morning Buzz?
Each morning at DevLearn, you will have the option to kickstart your day with Morning Buzz, the ever-popular “Early Bird” facilitated discussions led by eLearning experts. You can find more information HERE.
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Are the Optional Pre-conference Intensives full day events?
The focused Optional Pre-conference Certificate Programs will be held on Monday, October 31, and Tuesday, November 1,  from 8:30am to 4:30pm. Some of the certificate programs are two-day events and others are one-day events. A separate paid registration is required to attend.
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What is the Expo Reception all about?
Wrap up your first day at the conference by joining all your eLearning industry colleagues at the Expo Welcome Reception, which happens Wednesday, November 2, from 5:00p - 6:30p. There will be hors d'oeuvres, as well as wine, beer, and other beverages, and you'll find people to meet and greet, exhibitors to see, surprises, and prizes!
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Are the sessions being recorded?
Sessions are not being recorded.
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What is the dress code?
Comfortable, casual attire is recommended. We recommend you bring a sweater or jacket, because it can get cool in the evenings.
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