Instructional Support Services-Technology Workshop

Training is located in TH 231 & Library Lab; on-line; and by appointment - -Instructional Support Services

Fall 2009  Support & Workshop Schedule [ August ]

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  1. The on-line training is supported by Microsoft materials.
  2. On-line training provides the following learning tools: (a) Text  (b) Audio (c) Images &(d) Practice sessions.
  3. To take full advantage of the on-line training, it is recommended that you: (a) Turn your computer speakers on for audio support & (b)  Have Office 2007 software application installed on your computer.
  4. Online training materials are available through Blackboard. All faculty and staff have access to Office 2007 on-line training materials.
  5. *It is highly recommended to have Office 2007 application software installed on your computer to take full advantage of the training.
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August 3 [Monday] Office 2007

Location: Tschoepe (TH 201)

Title & Time:

Outlook 2007 [Introduction] |  10:00A.M. - 11:00A.M.  

 Abstract:  manage your mailbox; find its size and trim it down; distribution list; archiving messages; rules & alert

Explorer 7.0                        | 1:30P.M. - 2:30P.M.

Abstract: Tabbed Browsing; internet options; delete temporary files & history; copy images

Instructor (s):  Luis Rivera

Prerequisite: Introduction to Office 2007

 

August 10 [Monday] Office 2007

Location: Tschoepe (TH 201)

Title & Time

Word 2007 [Introduction]    |  9:30A.M. - 10:30A.M.

Abstract: mail merge; labels; table of contents; references;& index 

Excel 2007 [Introduction]    |  1:30P.M. - 2:30P.M.

Abstract: filter options; subtotal; freeze pane; hide and show; worksheet tabs; built in functions etc

Instructor (s):  Luis Rivera

Prerequisite: Introduction to Office 2007

 

August 11 [Tuesday] Office 2007

Location: Tschoepe (TH 201)

Title & Time

PowerPoint 2007 [Introduction] |  10:30A.M. - 11:30A.M.

Abstract: templates; master slide; grids; smart art tools; shadow text; design themes; background styles; animations; slide show tools; review presentation; working with images; & PowerPoint shortcuts.

Internet Explorer 7.0                  | 1:30P.M. - 2:30P.M.

Abstract: Tabbed Browsing; internet options; delete temporary files & history; copy images

Instructor (s): Luis Rivera / Rodrick Shao

Prerequisite: New to Office 2007

 

August 12 [Wednesday] Office 2007

Location: Tschoepe (TH 201)

Title & Time

Excel 2007 [Introduction]    |  9:30A.M. - 10:30A.M.

Abstract: filter options; subtotal; freeze pane; hide and show; worksheet tabs; built in functions etc

Outlook 2007 [Introduction] |  1:30P.M. - 2:30P.M.                     Abstract:  manage your mailbox; find its size and trim it down; distribution list; archiving messages; rules & alert

Instructor (s):  Luis Rivera

Prerequisite: New to Office 2007

 

August 13 [Thursday] Office 2007

Location: Tschoepe (TH 231)

Title & Time

Access 2007 [Introduction]  |  10:00A.M. - 11:00A.M.

Abstract: contact management; contact templates; table; & new features in access 2007.

Word 2007 [Introduction]     |  1:30P.M. - 2:30P.M.

Abstract: mail merge; labels; table of contents; references;& index 

Instructor (s):  Luis Rivera

Prerequisite: New to Office 2007

 
August 13  - -Student request on RE: ED-438 Missing from Blackboard site - -iss office [Part # 2]
August 14  - - RE: Geo Info systems - fall class - new adjunct  - -iss office [Part # 1]
August 14 - - Clickers set up and training for Dramatic Media [Part # 1]
August 17 - - Blackboard Gradebook: ENG-371W [part # 1]
August 17  - - Office 2007 Training: Student Life and Learning [part # 5]

August 18 [Tuesday] Office 2007

Location: Library Lab - - 2 sessions

       Student life [TH201] 1 session [12:00- 1:00p.m.]

Title & Time: Transition Guide to Microsoft Office 2007

 1:00P.M. - 2:00P.M.  &  3:00P.M. - 4:00P.M.

Abstract: office button; quick access toolbar; mini toolbar ribbon; groups; commands; galleries; live preview; document properties; quick print; format painter; language tools; viewing options; & key tips.

Instructor (s):  Luis Rivera / Rodrick Shao                    

Prerequisite:-New to Office 2007

 

August 19 [Wednesday] TLU Network environment

Location: Library Lab [New faculty & Staff]

Title & Time: TLU Network environment

 03:00P.M. - 04:00P.M.

Abstract:

IRISLink; TLU Network; E-mail (OWA); Network Drives; VPN; Network Applications; Blackboard Course Management System; Security and much more!

Instructor (s):  Luis Rivera / Rodrick Shao       

Prerequisite: New faculty & Staff
 
August 19  - - BIO-431course pack for Blackboard [part # 1]

                    - -  Club & Organization Advisors on-line document review [Part # 1]

August 24 [Monday]

Location: Library Lab

Title & Time: Blackboard Course Management System

 9:30A.M. - 10:30A.M.

Abstract:

Upload documents; Add / Delete users; Communication; Posting Announcements; Linking to external resources; Course Cartridges

Title & Time: Classroom Technology

Location: Tschoepe (251)

 2:00P.M. - 2:30P.M.  | 5:30P.M. - 630P.M.

Abstract:

Instructor computer; VCR; DVD; Projector; Connecting laptop; Sound control etc.

Instructor (s):  Luis Rivera / Rodrick Shao       

Prerequisite: faculty

 
August 24 - -  First faculty election of the new year - -iss office
August 24  - - -CLA Testing Monday  - - all day [Students]

August 25 [Tuesday]

Location:  Tschoepe (TH 201)

Title & Time: Classroom Technology

10:30A.M. - 11:30A.M.

Abstract:

Instructor computer; VCR; DVD; Projector; Connecting laptop; Sound control etc.

Instructor (s):  Luis Rivera / Rodrick Shao       

Prerequisite: faculty

 
August 25  - - Student Request on Blackboard documents  - -iss office [Part # 1]

August 26 [Wednesday]

Location: Tschoepe (TH 201)

Title & Time: Sympodium [SmartBoard]

 2:30PM - 3:30P.M.

Abstract:

The SMART Podium (formerly the Sympodium interactive pen display) enables you to effortlessly control any presentation and bring it to life – all you have to do is connect your interactive pen display to a computer and projector. Write over slides in digital ink, save your notes, access any website or multimedia file and project your work onto a large screen to give your audience a truly interactive experience.

Instructor (s):  Luis Rivera  / Rodrick   

Prerequisite: faculty

 

August 27 [Thursday]

Location: Library Lab

Title & Time: Outlook 2007 [Introduction] | 

10:30A.M. - 11:30A.M.  

Abstract:  manage your mailbox; find its size and trim it down; distribution list; archiving messages; rules & alert

Instructor (s):  Luis Rivera /Rodrick    

Prerequisite: faculty

 
August 27 - -Blackboard Gradebook for  MATH-133 sections 5 & 6

                   - - Blackboard roster for SOC-130 sections 2 & 3; MUS-100/223/335
August 28  - - LL06 Lab Geo Info systems/ faculty orientation/ network access

August 31 [Monday]

Location: Library lab

Title & Time: Clickers

1:30P.M -  2:30P.M.

Abstract: 

Student response technology is an effective tool that helps facilitate pedagogical best practices and enhance student learning.

  • Transform your classroom into an interactive and engaging learning environment.
  • Experience increased attendance and participation - even from those quiet, back-of-the-lecture-hall students.
  • Create open discussions that are fueled by students, rather than forced by you.
  • Gauge student understanding instantly with visual charts in real-time.
  • Provide students review questions that are reflective of their understanding, not just what you think they need work on.
  • Check reading assignments instantly with short quizzes before class and grade assignments instantly

Instructor (s):  Luis Rivera    

Prerequisite: faculty

 

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                                                                             You may request a one-on-one or group training for your technology needs with Instructional Support Services - Let's connect! E-mail rshao@tlu.edu or lrivera@tlu.edu for training schedules, questions and concerns.