Effective Use of Online Collaboration Tools: An Interactive Centra Training

May 3, 2004, 2:30 to 4:00 pm CDT

Listen and view the entire presentation (you will be prompted to install the Centra browser plug-in - not available for Macintosh)

Today, with the right Internet connection, people can collaborate on projects, share information, meet and discuss issues, and make presentations without ever needing to meet face-to-face. Online collaboration, sometimes referred to as a virtual community, connects people who share common interest or objectives. It can be used with project teams, local community groups, volunteers, clubs, and can be used for groups that are small, large, local or even comprised of people from around the world. This presentation itself uses Centra, a web-based online learning and collaboration environment.

Online collaboration can be a very effective tool for developing relationships, building consensus, and working with colleagues to accomplish shared goals. However, the prospect of starting your own online community or even collaborating online can be a little overwhelming. This presentation introduces the concept of online collaboration, when it makes sense to use this technology, what you can do online and demonstrates some available tools for both asynchronous and synchronous collaboration.

Event Summary

Benefits from the Training:

• Understanding online collaboration
• Knowing when to use it and how to get started
• Understanding the different capabilities of online collaboration environments
• Demonstration of both asynchronous and synchronous online collaboration tools

What You Need to Attend:

• Register (before April 29th, 2004) and once confirmed you will be sent a link to a small free software download that must be put on the computer you intend to use for the deliberation.
• Before May 3rd, obtain a microphone and speakers OR computer headset with microphone, this will be used by all participants

What You Need to Attend:

CENTRA provides enterprise software and services for real-time communication, collaboration & learning over the Web, with self-service meetings, Web seminars, virtual classes and more. It allows two-way audio and visuals over the Internet. The only items needed to participate in a CENTRA training session are: a PC (not compatible with MACs), Internet connection (high speed connection with Internet Explorer browser recommended), and a microphone/headset combo -OR- speakers and microphone. CENTRA also requires a small plug-in that is downloaded on the computer that you will be using for the event. Once you have registered for the event, you will get a username and a password to access CENTRA. You will also be sent procedures to setup and do a system check for your CENTRA software.

System Requirements

**NOT COMPATIBLE WITH MACS**

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