Getting the Most From Internet Advancement
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Getting the Most From
Internet AdvancementNational Advancement Committee
Webinars and Education Task Force
Expiration DateThis presentation is not to be used after April 30, 2013. Obtain an updated version at
www.scouting.org/scoutsource/BoyScouts/AdvancementandAwards/resources.aspx
Beta Test VersionPlease provide suggestions for improvement to
[email protected] no later than Feb. 28, 2013.
Why Report Advancement?One of Eight Methods of Scouting
• Ideals• Patrol Method• Outdoor Programs• Advancement• Adult Association• Personal Growth• Leadership Development• Uniform
Why Report Advancement?Part of Scouting's Journey to Excellence
Suggested Reporting Frequency
• Monthly, but at least quarterly
• After every board of review
• Before the end of the current charter year
• Before Journey to Excellence reporting
• More often for larger units
Why Internet Advancement?BSA recommendation on reporting advancement
…from the Guide to Advancement, topic 3.0.0.3
Advantages of Internet Advancement
Additional Advantages
• Enforces most BSA advancement rules
• Eliminates illegible handwriting
• Allows advancement date corrections
• Provides simple and intuitive interface
• Offers Useful reports
Available Reports
• Review Unit Roster• Unit Advancement Summary• Member Summary• Review Advancement Report• View Previous Advancement Reports• Print Membership Cards• Unit Order Form
• Ensure a quality unit advancement program• Record nonadvancement data such as meeting or
activity attendance, or positions of responsibility• Record Eagle rank information
• Record lifesaving and meritorious awards
• Record religious awards or awards from outside organizations
Supported Operating Systems
• WindowsWindows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 2003 Server, Windows 2008 Server, Windows 8
• AppleOS X (Mac running a virtual version of Windows and IE)
Browser Requirements• Internet Explorer 6, 7, and 8 are OK “as is”• Internet Explorer 9 and 10 work using
“compatibility mode”• Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Safari are
not supported• For all browsers, Java scripting must be enabled• For all browsers, pop-up blockers must be
disabled
Accessing Internet Advancement
• Log onto MyScouting using your BSA account, then click on “Internet Advancement.” http://myscouting.scouting.org
• Direct web address: https://scoutnet.scouting.org/IADV/ui/home/default.aspx
Where to Get Help
• Help and FAQ links• Your council registrar or other designated staff• District and council advancement committees• National Support Center
(972) 580-2267
Final Thoughts
• Cub Scout belt loops and pins
• Board of review Signatures
• Scout transfers
• Dual registration
Questions?
Thank you for attending!