This document discusses using technology in training. It covers choosing the right technology based on needs, incorporating new tools like webinars and screencasting. It provides examples of using PowerPoint and alternatives. Tips are given for evaluating training sites and audiences to maximize the effectiveness of technology while avoiding uses that don't enhance learning. Examples of specific technologies are demonstrated and resources provided.

1. Technology in Training Trainers: David Lisa Scherelene Schatz Karen Vaias

2. Review of Previous Lessons

3. Lesson Overview In this lesson we will cover: Choosing the right technology for your particular training need New technology tools Giving old tools new purpose

4. Objectives By the end of this lesson you will be able to: Maximize the effectiveness of technology in training. Incorporate new technologies into your training. Employ technology in lab situations and remotely.

5. Why use technology in training? Cheaper (no travel costs/time) Convenient Formats appeal to different learning styles: Audio/ Visual Hands-on Written

6. Don’t use technology if… It doesn’t enhance learning. Students are not receptive to technology. Setting is not technology friendly.

7. Using Technology in the Classroom

8. What is PowerPoint? Presentation Software Slideshows Classroom presentations Display Text, graphs, tables & charts Other images

9. When to use PowerPoint Large groups Auditoriums Demonstrations Screenshots & Graphics Graphic representations of data Charts, graphs & diagrams

10. Sample Slide with Graph Information taken from http://www.ebscohost.com/thisTopic.php?marketID=6&topicID=5 12/15/08

11. Sample Slide with Flow chart EBSCOhost MasterFILE TM Premier Business Source Premier Middle Search Plus

12. Sample Slide with diagram Many types Changes are easy! More shapes Different looks

13. Embed links and more

14. And now for a little bad PowerPoint…

15. BAD Sample Slide with Data Topics included in MasterFILE TM Premier General reference information Business (for different sizes of business and for business students) Health topics Education For teachers K-12 to help them with lesson planning and other school related activities General science topics for teachers, students and more Multicultural issues (articles, encyclopedia entries, data and more) Contents of MasterFILE TM Premier Almost 1,750 full text periodicals 341,655 photos, maps and flags 86,017 full text biographies 105,786 primary source documents 495 full text reference books PDF back files for many articles Designed for public libraries, but useful for schools and academic libraries too. Information taken from http://www.ebscohost.com/thisTopic.php?marketID=6&topicID=5 12/15/08

16. Use MasterFILE Premier to Topics included in MasterFILE TM Premier General reference information Business Health topics Education General science Multicultural issues Contents of MasterFILE TM Premier Almost 1,750 full text periodicals 341,655 photos, maps and flags 86,017 full text biographies 105,786 primary source documents 495 full text reference books PDF back files for many articles

17. Tips and Tricks Organize first Use PowerPoint to Reinforce major points Supplement your presentation Provide visual support Practice!

18. Tips and Tricks Use 6x6 rule for text: 6 words per line 6 lines per slide Keep it simple! 2-3 colors Use Clip Art judiciously

19. Printing Options: Handouts View

20. Printing Options: Handouts View

21. Printing Options: Outline View

22. Alternatives to PowerPoint Apple Keynote Application for Macintosh Less expensive than PowerPoint Can record narration

23. Alternatives to PowerPoint Open Office Impress Free! Very similar to PowerPoint Download Open Office Suite to computer Few bells & whistles

24. Alternatives to PowerPoint SlideRocket Free or monthly charge Create and store presentations online Strong on graphics

25. Alternatives to PowerPoint Google Presentation Free! Easy to use Features are limited Presentations stored online

26. Alternatives to PowerPoint Zoho Show Free! Can be slow Features are limited Presentations stored online

27. Evaluating your Training Site

28. Consider the following when training: Equipment Environment Access Visibility

29. Consider the following when training: What ifs: Equipment failure Connectivity problems Compatibility issues Plan backups!

30. Think about your audience How many? How old? Cultural considerations Physical limitations Interest in topic

31. What is a webinar? Web based, interactive presentation, lecture, or workshop transmitted via the internet. Involve three methods of communication Phone online presentation chat window

32. Advantages of Webinars Cost effective Convenient Flexible High-touch, interactive experience

33. Advantages of Webinars Slides you can see while the speaker is talking Ability to ask questions of the speaker Ability of the speaker to ask questions of the audience to assure comprehension Survey at the end of the presentation for feedback to improve your presentation

34. How are webinars used? Present information to a geographically dispersed audience Interact via a live discussion between an organizer and audience members

35. Webinar Software Vendors iLinc Citrix – GoToWebinar Webex Microsoft Office Live Meeting

37. Setting Up a Webinar Know the dates and times Toll-free number for participants Set up the software to accommodate Set up registration form and e-mail messages

39. Leading the Session Presenter can see the list of participants Participants see what is on presenter’s screen Polling questions make the presentation interactive

40. Leading the Session Survey evaluation is sent automatically Presenter receives statistical reports

41. Using Screencasting to Create Tutorials and Remote Learning Tools

42. What is Screencasting? Creating a digital presentation using computer screens combined with narration. Personalizing presentations Narration Manipulation of screens Live interaction with screens (ie. Websites, PowerPoint presentations)

43. Camtasia Sample Tutorial Video

44. Screencasting Advantages Interaction involves the learner. Cause and effect demonstration. Screencast can be repeated to learn the concept.

45. Screencasting Advantages Screencasts can be posted on web sites. Screencasting formats are very popular.

46. Screencasting Essentials Personal Computer Software Camtasia Studio Headset with microphone Screen content Web sites (Internet connection) PowerPoint presentation Graphics

47. Screencasting Essentials Site to house video tutorial Independent web site YouTube Screencast.com (Show Screencast.com opening video from website)

48. Time for a demonstration of Camtasia!

49. Resources Screencast.com Post your creations and share with others. Camtasia Studio 6 Techsmith.com CamStudio (Open Source) Camstudio.org David Lisa [email_address]

50. Technology Fair Sample the following technologies: Creating PDF’s Using a Flickr account Using a flash drive Using Slideshare.net Using a digital projector Snippy Setting up a webinar Using a Mac

51. Time for an Exercise

52. Discussion: Some Possible Uses for Technology in Your Lessons

53. Summary You learned how to use technology in training. You were exposed to technology you might not have used before. You learned about technology as used in labs and remotely.

54. Coming up next… 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. - Dinner 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. – Steve Garwood Technology Presentation