Technology in Training

Trainers: David LisaScherelene SchatzKaren Vaias

Introduction and Review or what has come before?

Overview

At the end of this lesson you will be able to:

• Choose the right technology to use for your particular training need

• Become familiar with new technology tools

• Give old tools new purpose

Learning Outcomes

• You will learn how to use technology in training.

• You will be exposed to different types of training you might not have used before.

• You will learn about technology as used in labs and remotely.

• You will plan your training with technology in mind and choose the appropriate technology to use in the training.

Why should you use technology in training?

• Cheaper (no travel costs/time)

• Often available at the learner’s convenience

• Formats appeal to different learning styles:– Audio– Visual– Hands-on– Written

When shouldn’t you use technology?

• When it doesn’t enhance the students’ learning.

• When the students are not receptive to technology.

• When technological capabilities are not available in your setting.

Using Technology in the Classroom

What is PowerPoint?

• Presentation Software– Slideshows– Classroom presentations– Display

• Text, graphs, tables & charts• Other images

When to use PowerPoint

• Large groups– Auditoriums

• Demonstrations– Screenshots & Graphics

• Graphic representations of data– Charts, graphs & diagrams

Sample Slide with Graph

Images

Primary Sources

Biographies

Periodicals

Reference Books

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Sample Slide with Flow chart

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Sample Slide with diagram

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• Contents of MasterFILETM 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

Tips and Tricks

• Organize first

• Use PowerPoint to– Reinforce major points

– Supplement your presentation

– Provide visual support

• Practice!

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

Some Printing Options

Alternatives to PowerPoint

• Apple Keynote

• Open Office Impress

• SlideRocket

• Google Presentation

• Zoho Show

Evaluating your Training Site

Consider the following when training:

• Equipment

• Environment

• Access

• Visibility

Consider the following when training:

• What ifs: – Equipment failure– Connectivity problems– Compatibility issues

• Plan backups!

Think about your audience

• How many?

• How old?

• Cultural considerations

• Physical limitations

• Interest in topic

What is a webinar?

• A Webinar is web based, interactive presentation, lecture, or workshop transmitted via the internet.

• Webinars typically involve three methods of communication – Phone, online presentation and a chat window

Advantages of Webinars

• Cost effective

• Convenient

• Flexible

• High-touch, interactive experience

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

How are webinars used?

• Present information to a geographically dispersed audience

• Interact via a live discussion between an organizer and audience members

Using Screencastingto Create Tutorials andRemote Learning Tools

David Lisa, Consultant

New Jersey State Library

What is Screencasting?

• Creating a digital presentation using computer screens combined with narration.

• These presentations can be personalized by adding– Narration– Manipulation of screens– Live interaction with screens (ie. Websites,

PowerPoint presentations)

Camtasia Sample Tutorial Video

(Here I will play a short sample video tutorial created using

Camtasia)

Screencasting Advantages

• Interacting with content further involves the learner with the instructional concept.

• Cause and effect can be better demonstrated to the student.

• The screencast can be played as many times as the student needs to learn the concept.

Screencasting Advantages

• Screencasts can be posted on video and web sites for easy remote access.

• Screencasting formats are very popular with learners of different ages.

Screencasting Essentials

• Personal Computer

• Software– Camtasia Studio

• Headset with microphone

• Screen content– Web sites (Internet connection)– PowerPoint presentation– Graphics

Screencasting Essentials

• Site to house video tutorial– Independent web site– YouTube– Screencast.com

• (Show Screencast.com opening video from website)

Time for a demonstrationof Camtasia!

(Here I will demonstrate using Camtasia live)

Exercise

(Breaking up into groups, the class does a short exercise in which they

brainstorm concepts which are appropriate for video tutorials.)

Discussion: Topics Suitable for Video Tutorials?

(As a result of the 10 minute exercise, group leaders state some ideas for video tutorials)

Resources

• Screencast.com– Post your creations and share with others.

• Camtasia Studio 6– Techsmith.com

• CamStudio (Open Source)– Camstudio.org

• David Lisa– dlisa@njstatelib.org

Petting Zoo Instructions

• Time to choose the technology to use in your lesson plan.

Summary

• You learned how to use technology in training.

• You were exposed to different types of training you might not have used before.

• You learned about technology as used in labs and remotely.

• You planned your training with technology in mind and chose the appropriate technology to use in the training.

Coming up next…

• 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. - Dinner

• 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. – Steve Garwood Technology Presentation