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How to Enroll

Any educator (full or part-time) or support person who is employed by a consortium member institution is eligible to attend our classes. All participants desiring to attend an Eighth Floor class must enroll through their Advisory Committee Representative. It is as easy as listing the classes you would like to take and sending them to your ACR.

Cancellation Policy

Important! If you need to withdraw from a class, a notification of at least 2 business days in advance of the class is required. Consortium member institutions or the student will be billed for “no shows”.

Class Schedule Fall 2008
(printed copies will be available the first week in September)

Course Name

Date

Day

Time

Description

Web 2.0 Offerings for the Read/Write Web

Web 2.0: The Lightning Round Intro

10/2

1:00 P

4:00 P

This hands-on workshop is a lightening quick overview of several Web 2.0 tools (also known as the Read/Write Web) that are easy for you and your students to use. Topics include blogs, podcasting, wikis, bookmarking, social networking, and more. We will look at plenty of examples and discuss important classroom integration concerns. Bring your questions and curiosity; we’ve got the rest.

Web 2.0: The Lightning Round Intro

11/4

4:15 P

7:15 P

Podcasting: Hype or Help?

10/7

8:30 A

11:30 A

How does podcasting work? Do I need an iPod? Is there a cost? Is it hard to do? Is there more than one way to develop one? How would I use podcasting? We’ll answer these questions and more while we explore different types of podcasts and create our own.Same as above

Podcasting: Hype or Help?

12/4

1:00 P

4:00 P

Social Bookmarking & RSS

10/14

1:00 P

4:00 P

According to Wikipedia, “Social Bookmarking sites are an increasingly popular way to locate, classify, rank, and share Internet resources through the practice of tagging.” Okay, it sounds complicated, but it’s not. We’ll look at popular resources and discuss how you can use bookmarking and RSS feeds for professional development as an educational resources, in your classroom, and with your coworkers.

What About Blogs?

10/10

1:00 P

4:00 P

Blogs - short for web-logs - are a smooth and simple collaborative tool for the classroom, as well as a vehicle for individual student expression. We’ll discuss what a blog is, how to set one up, and what to do once you decide to jump in. We’ll also look at how educator blogs are valuable shortcuts to your professional development.Same as above

What About Blogs?

11/18

4:00 P

7:00 P

Wiki When You Wanna!

11/5

1:00 P

4:00 P

Wikis are easily editable websites that are a popular collaborative classroom or professional sharing tool. They can be created in a matter of minutes and edited by everyone in your wiki community. We’ll look at how you can give your students the opportunity to collectively construct their own resources or knowledge repository, as well as what it takes to set one up.

Google

Google Docs & Spreadsheets

10/10

8:30 A

12:30 P

The wonders of Google continue to amaze us! Why are Docs & Spreadsheets such great tools for the teacher? Well…(1) It makes peer collaborating and editing exciting and fun (2) Saves automatically (no more complaints about “I lost my work”) (3) Easy access from any Internet computer (eliminates “my computer crashed” because it is always online (4) Teachers can monitor student work easily and offer comments & suggestions at any point in the assignment. (5) Teachers can see the revision history online and know exactly how the document developed to the final product. Once you learn how Google Docs & Spreadsheets work, you will want to do even more in and outside of your classroom. Enroll today!

Google Earth

10/22

8:30 A

11:30 A

You have found your house and college apartment on Google Earth, now what? IN this course you will look at integrating the power of mapping and satellite imaging. Apply it to your class by creating and sharing interactive and highly visual location-specific information.

Google Calendar

10/29

6:15 P

8:15 P

There is nothing like Google! Now you can create a Google Calendar from scratch or you have the option of importing data from MS Outlook. Set up reminders of important events, create more than one calendar, invite individuals to subscribe, set calendars as public or private and much more! Google Calendars are accessible anywhere an internet connection is available.Same as Above

Google Calendar

12/10

6:15 P

8:15 P

Web Design

Building a Basic Website

9/30

8:30 A

3:30 P

We’ll explore how and why web sites are a productive tool for your classroom. Learn to build a simple classroom website that will help you communicate with your students or parents. We’ll use a free web editor, Nvu (New View), to create a website that you can easily build and maintain.Same as above

Building a Basic Website

12/2

8:30 A

3:30 P

Dreamweaver CS3 Basics

10/7

4:15 P

6:15 P

This Dreamweaver Basics course is designed to teach students how to create a basic webpage using Dreamweaver. By the end of the class students will have created a webpage containing text, images, links, and tables using Dreamweaver's graphical interface, all while the program writes the code in the background.

Dreamweaver CS3: Level 1

10/21

8:30 A

3:30 P

We’ll learn the basics of how to use Dreamweaver’s robust tools to create attractive web pages and organize them into a professional quality web site.

Dreamweaver CS3 Level 2

12/8

8:30 A

3:30 P

Prerequisite: Dreamweaver Level 1. In this course, you will use the advanced features of Dreamweaver CS3 to design and develop professional-looking websites. This course is designed for students who not only use Adobe Dreamweaver CS3 to design and develop webpages, but also have the ability to understand and work with the architecture and coding of web pages.

Photoshop & Graphics

A Taste of PhotoShop

9/30

4:15 P

6:15 P

This introductory course gives users a taste of what the possibilities are with the powerful program, Photoshop. Included are importing images, editing images, and more. This course will show you new ways to apply the power of technology in the classroom.

Photoshop CS3: An Intro

9/24

8:30 A

3:30 P

Do you ever wonder how people do all those cool effects to photos on web pages or in publications? In this course, we’ll learn how to bring in photos, modify their appearance, work with layers, add special effects, and open the door to the world of PhotosSame as above

Photoshop CS3: An Intro

11/10

8:30 A

3:30 P

Photoshop CS3: Tips & Tricks-1

10/9

4:15 P

6:15 P

You are familiar with Photoshop, but you’d like to know a few tricks to do some common tasks in shorter time and with less frustration? Learn to create a collage with rollover text and gain insight into other tips you will only find in this unique class.

Photoshop CS3: Tips & Tricks-2

10/21

4:15 P

6:15 P

If you use Photoshop regularly and would like to “take it up a notch,” this is the class for you. Explore molding scanned images and illustrations into creative artwork.

Photoshop CS3: Tips & Tricks-3

11/5

4:15 P

6:15 P

We’ll explore tying together multiple techniques to create visual effects through masks and make your work more efficient. A basic knowledge of Photoshop, a healthy dose of patience, and a vision of “what could be” are all that’s required.

Photoshop CS3: Tips & Tricks-4

11/13

4:15 P

6:15 P

Text can be more than just words. Learn “tricks” to turn text into dynamic graphic elements in Photoshop documents. Give your message impact!

Photoshop CS3: Tips & Tricks-5

11/19

4:15 P

6:15 P

Clip Art, it’s boring, it’s dull, and everyone has already seen it. In this class we take that clip art, “kick it up a notch” and make it yours with animation using Photoshop’s ImageReady. When finished, you have a unique addition for your website or presentation. It’s not just Clip Art anymore.

Photoshop CS3: Tips & Tricks-6

12/3

4:15 P

6:15 P

Tips and Tricks 6 is a mix of two questions that come up in almost every Photoshop class offered: How do I make a black and white photo with one part of it in color? And how do I make my own paint brushes? Get your questions answered in this class!

Acrobat 8.0: Level 1

10/9

8:30 A

3:30 P

In addition to creating, editing, and adding features to a PDF, learn to work with multiple PDF documents, secure documents, add links and bookmarks and review a PDF document. For the beginner!

Acrobat 8.0: Forms

9/17

8:30 A

11:30 A

This short class focuses on creating interactive PDF forms with Acrobat 8.0. We will explore the features of Adobe LiveCycle Designer, add text form fields to an existing PDF form, create fields that can calculate or offer other predefined options, radio buttons and more. Participants will want to be familiar with Acrobat. You will be all about FORMS after this class!Same as above

Acrobat 8.0: Forms

12/2

1:00 P

4:00 P

Developing Graphics for Online

10/27

1:30 P

4:30 P

Tired of not finding the exact graphic you need? Make your own! You’ll learn to create your own images, edit digital pictures and more, all using a free program that’s easy to use: PhotoPlus, a program with tools similar to those in Photoshop.

Developing Multimedia w/MovieMaker

11/20

8:30 A

3:30 P

Are you looking for ways to increase your communication quotient visually? Learn to capture and edit video and sound, and understand and apply compression techniques that work with this free application. Easy for students and teachers to use and create stories.

Digital Picture Projects

10/21

8:30 A

11:30 A

The magic of digital photography is unleashed when students use pictures to explore and explain the world around them. We’ll look at several classroom project ideas and create some of our own, all using FREE tools, VoiceThread and PhotoStory3.

Working w/Digital Images

11/6

1:00 P

4:00 P

What do you do with pictures after you take them with a digital camera? Do you know what you CAN do? We’ll look at some simple editing and adjustments anyone can make to photography using free tools, such as cropping, sizing, color adjustment, and getting them ready for the web, PowerPoint, or print.

InDesign CS3: An Intro

11/11

8:30 A

3:30 P

Want to learn the basics of publishing a good looking document with ease and panache? This class in Adobe's InDesign CS3 will introduce you to the possibilities of what you can accomplish with a good program and a little creativity (along with great instruction and a supportive learning environment). Come join us!

Lights, Camera, Video Streaming

10/29

1:00 P

4:00 P

Are you curious as to what video streaming is all about? Do you want to see the equipment it takes to provide streaming video? In this short workshop we’ll create a list of Best Practices to make your streaming videos a little more engaging and learner focused. You’ll also be able to see a real-time example of a streaming video and understand what’s involved in making this technology applicable.

Multimedia: Creating Simulations w/Captivate

11/4

8:30 A

3:30 P

Online content can be made more engaging with interactivity, audio, and video. Expand your multimedia skills and learn to create interactive simulations and software demonstrations with Macromedia Captivate.

PowerPoint

PowerPoint 2003: An Intro

10/27

4:15 P

6:15 P

Although PowerPoint is very user-friendly, this class will hit the highlights (text editing, clipart, animation, transitions) and help you get your presentation ready-to-go.

PowerPoint 2003: Master Slides & Templates

10/29

4:15 P

6:15 P

Looking for more control or versatility in your PowerPoint presentations? We’ll look at creating our own Master Slides and templates, as well as adjusting existing templates to achieve a specific design backdrop.

PowerPoint 2003: More Animations & Hyperlinks

11/3

4:15 P

6:15 P

Wondering how to make your PowerPoint presentations more interactive and involve your students in active learning? If you are looking to make a “hit” with your presentations, this class is for you.

PowerPoint 2007: An Intro

10/4

9:00 A

11:00 A

Although PowerPoint 2007is very user-friendly, this class will hit the highlights (text editing, clipart, animation, transitions) and help you get your presentation ready-to-go.Same as above

PowerPoint 2007: An Intro

10/13

9:00 A

11:00 A

PowerPoint 2007: New Features

10/28

8:30 A

12:30 P

We will look at some of the new feature in this latest version of Microsoft PowerPoint 2007. Same as above

PowerPoint 2007: New Features

11/21

8:30 A

12:30 P

PowerPoint 2003 For the Classroom

11/12

8:30 A

3:30 P

Learn to use PowerPoint to create presentations in this comprehensive course. Starting with beginning skills, we’ll discuss design considerations and techniques, as well as multimedia aspects to enhance your message.

Productivity in the Classroom

CPS 5.0 (Clickers!) - Level 1

10/1

4:15 P

7:15 P

Have you heard of clicker technology? In this class the CPS software you will be learning tabulates grades and compiles data in real time, while you teach! With great features like a Student Paced Mode and full Microsoft PowerPoint integration, CPS meets the needs of any learning environment and works with the PC or Mac. Find out more about this technology at www.einstruction.com and join one of our classes this spring!

CPS 5.0 (Clickers!) Tips & Features

10/15

4:15 P

6:15 P

Do you already have Clickers? Are you looking for creative ways to use them in class? This session will show you how to make CPS work for you so you can maximize your time. Use CPS to grade daily lessons or ask questions on-the-fly. Find ways to increase student achievement with this innovative tool.

Smart Senteo Responders

10/6

4:15 P

6:15 P

Have you been introduced to Clickers? Meet the Smart version of clickers! These interactive responders work with SmartBoard software (Notebook) so you can smoothly integrate questions into your presentations. Senteo clickers are also great for administering tests and quizzes. This class will explain how to setup your classes for use with Senteo Responders and will discuss how to create questions that can work in conjunction with Notebook lectures and presentations. You won’t want to miss out! Enroll today!

Smart Senteo Responders

12/102008

4:15 P

6:15 P

Ed Tech - Level 1

10/1 & 10/2

W & TH

8:30 A

3:30 P

NEW! Education Technology Program 1 (Ed Tech Phase I) • Do you dread going to seminars on computer use? Does talk of the Internet put a lump in your throat? Fear no more…In today's age, you can't do much of anything without a computer being involved, but technology can be a teacher's best friend. Our Education Technology Program is intended for educators and support personnel who need to start from the beginning, or even those who would like a basic refresher. This program is designed to allow you the opportunity to become comfortable with different areas of basic technology and will show you how to make your life easier. You will negotiate a friendly relationship with file management, Microsoft Windows, Word and PowerPoint, e-mail, finding resources on the Internet, and more. Find out how to put these tools to practical use in your classroom/workspace. Instructors are skilled at working with all levels of learners and in creating a fun, learning environment. When your 2-day session is complete you will walk away with a renewed sense of confidence all while gaining the basic skills to make you successful with technology.

Ed Tech - Level 1

10/25 & 11/8

8:30 A

3:30 P

Ed Tech - Level 1

10/28, 11/4, 11/11 & 11/18

4:15 P

7:15 P

File Management

10/13

4:15 P

6:15 P

Are you looking for more efficiency and insight into desktop and file management? Look no further. In this short class we will discuss display properties, working with icons, shortcuts, creating folders, moving and copying files, and much more.

Access 2003: Level 1

10/14 & 10/15

T & W

8:30 A

4:30 P

Learn to create and use database objects, including tables, queries, forms, and reports.

1:30 P

4:30 P

Access 2003: Level 2

11/17 & 11/19

M & W

8:30 A

4:30 P

Create more complex queries, customize your forms and reports, and broaden the availability of data.

1:30 P

4:30 P

Excel 2003: Level 1

11/5

8:30 A

4:30 P

Learn basic spreadsheet information - from entering and modifying data to formatting a worksheet, calculations, printing and more.

Excel 2003: Level 2

12/9

8:30 A

4:30 P

We will learn to streamline and enhance spreadsheets with templates, charts, graphs and formulas.

Publisher 2003: Newsletters

10/30

4:15 P

6:15 P

Newsletters can communicate information and ideas to students and parents or be used as a format for student-based projects. This course begins with the wizard in Publisher and progresses to customizing your newsletter.

Access 2007: New Features

10/7

12:30 P

4:30 P

You have worked with Microsoft® Office Access™ 2003 (or earlier), and you now need to be aware of the additional features in the latest release of the software for improving the management, presentation, and distribution of your databases. In this course, you will be introduced to the new features available in Microsoft® Office Access™ 2007.

Excel 2007: An Intro

10/15

1:30 P

3:30 P

This introductory course to one of the most powerful organizational tools available, will help you do just that: organize. Master the basics of Excel and put that power to work. Learn how to enter and format data, perform basic calculations, and create charts and graphs with your data.

Excel 2007: New Features

9/30

8:30 A

12:30 P

We will look at some of the new features in this latest version of Microsoft Excel 2007. Same as above

Excel 2007: New Features

10/30

12:30 P

4:30 P

Outlook 2007: Level 1

10/3

8:30 A

3:30 P

We'll master the basics of using Microsoft® Office Outlook® 2007. Topics will include composing and organizing messages, managing contacts, scheduling appointments and meetings, managing tasks and notes, and more.

Outlook 2007: Level 2

12/10

8:30 A

3:30 P

This course is the second in a series of three Microsoft® Office Outlook® 2007 courses and is intended for intermediate users. In this course, you will customize your Outlook environment, Calendar, mails, folders and also track, share, assign, and quickly locate various Outlook items. This course is designed for experienced Outlook users who need to customize their environment, Calendar, and email messages to meet their specific requirements and who wish to track, share, assign, and locate various Outlook items.

Outlook 2007: New Features

10/22

12:30 P

4:30 P

This class provides additional features in the latest release of the software for improving the management, organization, and distribution of your Outlook items. In this course, you will be introduced to the new features available in Microsoft® Office Outlook® 2007.The course is designed for experienced Outlook users who need to learn about the new features 2007 has to offer versus the 2003 version.

Outlook 2007: New Features

11/18

8:30 A

12:30 P

Word 2007: An Intro

10/24

9:00 A

11:00 A

If you’re just starting out working with Microsoft Office, you want to find your way around MS Word. The class will introduce you to some of the tasks you can accomplish with Word, such as formatting text, using clipart, and saving files.

Word 2007: New Features

11/19

8:30 A

12:30 P

See the changes and explore the tabs for Word 2007. Things have definitely changed with the new 2007 software and you will want to get a jump start on the differences.

Word 2007: New Features

12/11

12:30 P

4:30 P

SmartBoards-SmartLearning-1

9/24

4:15 P

6:15 P

It’s more than a whiteboard; find out how much more! You’ll learn the basics needed to use an interactive whiteboard successfully for classroom activities. Topics include creating a presentation, storing content, and recording activity as a video. If you have a Smart Board or want one, this class is for you.

SmartBoards-SmartLearning-2

10/2

4:15P

7:15 P

So you have your whiteboard and you’ve been using it with your students (or you have taken our first class). What else can you do? In this hands-on class, you will create a project for the classroom while exploring some additional features of the whiteboard.Same as above

SmartBoards-SmartLearning-2

10/11

9:00 A

11:00 A

SmartBoards-SmartLearning-3

10/22

4:15 P

7:15 P

So you know a little about Smart Boards, but you would like just a little more knowledge about presentation skills? This Level 3 course will give you experience in using more advanced Smart Board features. Bring your curriculum ideas, textbooks, and materials so that you have the opportunity to create a Smart Board presentation you can take back to your classroom and integrate into your lessons! Bring your Flash Drive to this class.

SmartBoards-SmartLearning-3

12/11

4:15 P

7:15 P

Eighth Floor Learning Labs

Microsoft® Office 2007: Learning Lab

10/24

1:00 P

4:00 P

Make time for hands-on learning with our Microsoft 2007 Learning Labs! Explore the Ribbons of Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and more. Remember: An instructor will be available for support and encouragement but no teaching will be provided. This is your opportunity to take control as a self-directed, lifelong learner! Enroll through your Advisory Committee Representative.

Microsoft® Office 2007: Learning Lab

11/7

8:30 A

12:00 P

Same as Above

Eighth Floor Extension Classes

Bixby Extension:

SmartBoards-SmartLearning-1 - Bixby Ext

9/3

4:15 P

6:15 P

Word 2003: An Intro - Bixby Ext

9/10

4:15 P

6:15 P

PowerPoint 2003: An Intro - Bixby Ext

9/17

4:15 P

6:15 P

Although PowerPoint is very user-friendly, this class will hit the highlights (text editing, clipart, animation, transitions) and help you get your presentation ready-to-go.

PowerPoint 2003: Animations - Bixby Ext

9/24

4:15 P

6:15 P

Are you familiar with PowerPoint but tend to stick to “oldies” when you put together your presentation? Expand your play list by adding animation and pictures. An in-depth look at using the Picture toolbar is also included.

Excel 2003: An Intro - Bixby Ext

10/1

4:15 P

6:15 P

This introductory Course to one of the most powerful organizational tools available, will help you do just that: organize. Master the basics of Excel and put that power to work. Learn how to enter and format data, perform basic calculations, and create charts and graphs with your data.

Excel 2003: Developing a Lesson Plan - Bixby Ext

10/8

4:15 P

6:15 P

Lesson Plans are sometimes viewed as a “necessary evil.” How can you tame that monster and put it to work for you? With technology, of course. Find out how to use the power of Excel data organization to help you plan, implement, and track lessons. Please bring at least one week of lesson plans to use in the class.

Jenks Extension:

SmartBoards-SmartLearning-1 - Jenks Ext

10/9

4:15 P

6:15 P

Excel 2003: An Intro - Jenks Ext

10/14

4:15 P

6:15 P

PowerPoint 2003: Animations - Jenks Ext

11/6

4:15 P

6:15 P

File Management - Jenks Ext

11/20

4:15 P

6:15 P

SmartBoards-SmartLearning-1 - Jenks Ext

12/4

4:15 P

6:15 P

Sand Springs Extension:

SmartBoards-SmartLearning-1 - SS Ext

9/16

4:15 P

6:15 P

File Management - SS Ext

9/23

4:15 P

6:15 P

PowerPoint 2003: An Intro - SS Ext

10/21

4:15 P

6:15 P

Although PowerPoint is very user-friendly, this class will hit the highlights (text editing, clipart, animation, transitions) and help you get your presentation ready-to-go.

Word 2003: An Intro - SS Ext

10/28

4:15 P

6:15 P

Smart Senteo Responders - SS Ext

11/4

4:15 P

6:15 P

Powerpoint 2003: Animations SS Ext

11/11

4:15 P

6:15 P

SmartBoards-SmartLearning-1 - SS Ext

12/2

4:15 P

6:15 P

CPS 5.0 (Clickers!) Tips & Features - SS Ext

12/9

4:15 P

6:15 P

TTC - Peoria Campus Extension:

Word 2007: An Intro - Peoria Ext

9/11

4:15 P

6:15 P

Excel 2007: An Intro - Peoria Ext

9/18

4:15 P

6:15 P

PowerPoint 2007: An Intro - Peoria Ext

10/23

4:15 P

6:15 P

Although PowerPoint 2007is very user-friendly, this class will hit the highlights (text editing, clipart, animation, transitions) and help you get your presentation ready-to-go.

Eighth Floor Special Offerings

Grant Writing (SpecOffering)

10/23

8:30 A

3:30 P

This interactive grant proposal writing workshop is for individuals with little or no proposal writing experience. It includes keys to success, typical components of a proposal, writing tips, preparing a budget, locating funding sources, letter proposals, and much more.

Smart Training (Special Offering)

10/8

1:00 P

3:30 P

Prerequisite: Introduction to SMART Board workshop or some prior experience using the SMART Board Interactive Whiteboard (This class is for Intermediate and Advanced Users). This session will allow teachers to share ideas and create SMART Notebook interactive lessons! Participants will use strategies such as drag and drop, revealing objects using ordering, linking objects to other pages and/or files and much more! Techniques will be shared that integrate SMARTNotebook Version 10 software, Senteo Interactive Response System and the AirLiner Wireless slate. Each technique will be demonstrated with curriculum-based examples, and hands-on time will be given to develop and save customized activities to take back to the classroom. Bring a Flash Drive to save your documents for immediate use.

Intro to Second Life

11/6

8:30 A

12:30 P

Welcome to the virtual world. Second Life™ is a 3-D virtual world entirely created by its Residents. Since opening to the public in 2003, it has grown explosively and today is inhabited by millions of Residents from around the globe. This workshop will introduce Second Life™ as a tool to enhance education. It will begin with a presentation and discussion on how educators around the country are currently using Second Life™ in their classrooms. Learn the basics of navigation, building and scripting. But most importantly, learn how to create your own avatar and live in the world of the future!

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Online Learning Series

Open Enrollment!

Are you interested in learning to teach online?

The Eighth Floor’s Online Learning Series is just what you need to understand and engage an online community of learners. Learn about blended learning and online components or just improve what you are already doing by supplementing your in-class activities. Teaching online provides variety for students and is a must to know in the 21st Century!

Whether you use Blackboard, Desire2learn, Moodle, or Web 2.0 tools, the skills you learn and new perspectives you gain can be applied to any online learning environment. We will focus on building authentic learning communities, creating successful interaction, and delivering engaging content.

Series Includes Five Short Classes:

1. Online Experience – Provides a unique opportunity to BE the online student while exploring distance learning theory & practice. You will be immersed in the virtual learning environment while building a solid knowledge base on such key skills as community building and facilitation. October 1 - November 14, 2008 (Meets Online)

2. Creating Courses – Learners will go through the course creation process and learn the basics of organization necessary for successful online learning environments. Oct. 30, 2008 (8:30-3:30)

3. Best Practices – An overview of “what works” in online teaching and learning. We will examine some of the proven best practices as well as what is emerging in this field. While online learning is still relatively new, there are tried and true practices which make learning happen. Nov. 6, 2008 (1:00-4:00pm)

4. Questioning Techniques – How can you make sure learning happens online and students feel connected? This session focuses on asking the right questions to increase student-to-student and teacher-to-teacher communication. Additionally, we will look at the instructors’ responsibilities as an online facilitator – the perks and the pitfalls. Nov. 13, 2008 (8:30-3:30)

5. Project Development: (Optional) – Want to put it all in action? Set up a time and come to the Eighth Floor to work on your online component or get ahead and set up a full semester class! We are on call to answer questions, make suggestions, and offer support!

OLS Fall Calendar:

Online Experience: Oct 1- Nov. 14, 2008 (Meets Online)

Creating Courses: Oct. 30, 2008 (8:30-3:30pm)

Best Practices: Nov. 6, 2008 (1:00-4:00pm)

Questioning Techniques: Nov. 13, 2008 (8:30-3:30)

Project Development: (Optional – To be arranged)

The skills and practices in our Online Learning Series are applicable to all learning management systems! However, we will be using Moodle (Freeware) as the learning platform for this series.

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