Tuesday, February 15, 2011

FREE Hands-on Technology Training

Starting today, the EBISD Technology department is offering FREE Hands-on Technology Training for EBISD staff and community members.  Seats are limited so please sign up now.
The classes will be held on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays after school in the Junior High Computer Lab, and taught by the EBISD technology department.

This week's schedule is listed below.

Tuesday, Feb. 15th, 4pm - 5pm  "Cloud Computing"
Tuesday, Feb. 15th, 5pm - 6pm  "Prezi Presentations"

Wednesday, Feb. 16th, 4pm - 5pm  "Cloud Computing"
Wednesday, Feb. 16th, 5pm - 6pm  "Prezi Presentations"

Thursday, Feb. 17th, 4pm - 5pm  "Picasa"

Class Descriptions...

"Cloud Computing"  In this class we will discuss the term cloud computing, and explain the concept of saving your documents in the cloud.  We will also explore some of the more popular online storage options and determine how these could be utilized in the classroom.

"Prezi Presentations"  As an online alternative to PowerPoint presentations, Prezi presentations are a new way to keep students engaged in classroom content.  Learn how to set up a free Prezi account and create your own presentations.

"Picasa"  In the "Picasa" class, you will learn how to use the popular software to organize and edit your digital photos and even store them online in albums you can share with your friends.  Picasa can also create collages, slideshows and gift CDs.

E-mail darve.smith@ebisd.org to sign up for these or any of the classes we offer in the future.