Conference Topics

• Computer Science as a discipline, methodologies, theory versus practice, differences between CS and other disciplines, CS in public perception
• Teaching CS: curricula guidelines, Bologna implementation, accreditation, outcome orientation, careers in Computing, world wide student recruitment, formation of Graduate Schools, exchange programs
• CS, Industry and Academics: expectations on both sides, relationships, research collaboration
• Research in CS: Strategic directions in Europe (FP7), national programs, research infrastructures, interdisciplinary research
• Informatics Europe: reports from executive board and working groups, organizational and financial issues, further development