Update: there is room left in this series as of 10/1/12!

How to Teach Online (four part online class)

Course Description
In this course, we will introduce you to teaching in a live online environment. Although we will primarily use the Adobe Connect interface, we will also become familiar with another. We will discuss ideas to use for incorporating interactivity into the courses and meetings you provide while you are online.


Learning Objectives
Demonstrate 3 interactive Adobe Connect functions
Identify 3 ways to incorporate interactivity within a live online session
Teach a 10-15 minute segment using Adobe Connect

 

Target Audience
Everyone

 

Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of PowerPoint, comfortable using the Internet and a willingness to learn.

 

Homework Expectations and Completion Requirements
In addition to the class sessions, there will be required homework assigned for each day. The final assignment will be to present a 10-15 presentation within Adobe Connect. The class is designed for individual participation; each individual must register.

 

Technical Requirements
Live Online System Requirements: Attendees should have a current browser, Microsoft PowerPoint, and a headset.

 

Schedule
This course consists of four 2-hour sessions:
October 10, 2012 from 10:00AM-12:00PM
October 17, 2012 from 10:00AM-12:00PM
October 24, 2012 from 10:00AM-12:00PM
October 31, 2012 from 10:00AM-12:00PM

 

Instructor
Christine Peterson bio

 

Cost
$40 to NY3Rs members

 

Registration

http://www.ny3rs.org/?page_id=262&action=evregister&event_id=3

 

You are eligible to register for this class if you are a member of one of the nine NY3Rs Association,  Inc. Library Councils.  A complete listing of all NY3Rs Association, Inc. councils may be found here.   If you are unsure of your membership status, please contact your local library council here. Note: SENYLRC members are NY3Rs members. This class is contracted through LYRASIS and is funded by the NY3Rs Association, Inc.