Year 2001
Instructional Innovation Center
Technology Training Program


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Red BulletAdobe After Effects
        Learn how to edit and produce clips for use in movies.
        A great program for making short introductionsd.

Red BulletACDsee Image Viewer
        This program allows you to view the image files on your
        computer in an album format.

Red BulletAdobe Go Live!
        Create webpages without learning HTML. Great for creating
        interactive websites with simple drag and drop.

Red BulletAlaMOO
        This presentation describes a proposed Educational MOO
        for the Alamo Community College District. MOO stands for
        MultiUserDomain (or Dimension or Dungeon) Object Oriented.
        Basically, in MOOs multiple users can log into a site to
       converse in a text-based virtual reality. They can also interact
        with objects (teaching tools that can be built and programmed
        to respond).  MOOs are internet accessible, text mediated
        virtual environments well suited for distance learning. MOOs
        also offer every participant the opportunity to construct spaces
        and objects and to write code that in some way augments or
        increases the functionality with these virtual spaces. In this
        sense, MOOs are constructed social spaces in a dynamic
        process of continual evolution.  In recent years, MOOs have
        increasingly been created for educational purposes.  Come
        hear this presentation on what an Educational MOO can mean
        for the Alamo Community College District.

Red BulletAnimation (Newtek Inspire) Introduction
        Find out how to create animated elements for
        presentations, for use on web pages, and for videos.

Red BulletAccess  (Microsoft) Beginning - Database Development
        Learn the basics of setting up a database to keep
        information such as names, addresses, phone numbers.

        Access allows other sophisticated capabilities such
       as connecting more than one database and programming
        that can be learned in later intermediate level classes.

Red BulletAccess (Microsoft) Address Book - Database Development
        Develop a simple Access address book by using
        the Wizard.  Bring some of the names, addresses, and
        phone numbers for your personal address book.

        Access allows other sophisticated capabilities such
        as connecting more than one database and programming
        that can be learned in later intermediate level classes.

Red BulletAccess Database (Microsoft) -
        Intermediate #1 - Queries & Reports
        Learn to make making queries & report from your
        Access database.
        * Prerequisite
        Beginning Access or knowledge of Microsoft Access

Red Bullet Access Database (Microsoft)
   Intermediate #2 - Switchboard
       Learn to make a SWITCHBOARD for  your database
        * Prerequisite
        Beginning Access or knowledge of Microsoft Access

Red BulletAcrobat Reader & Publisher (Adobe)
        Portable Document Format
        Learn how to view, create or convert documents to PDF for
        printing on demand or viewing on-line.

Red BulletAcrobat Reader & Publisher - II (Adobe)
        PDF (Portable Document Format)
        Adobeacrobat publisher is an extremely easy way to create Web
        documents that retain all the formatting of the original.  this
        introductory class will overview the process of:
        1.    developing a PDF file
        2.    creating a side bar indes
        3.    creating internal links
        4.    creating external links
        5.    combining PDF documents
        6.    editing PDF documents, etc.

Red BulletActive Server Pages (ASP) Programming - Introduction
        May be used for preparing Internet program
        Scripting and interface between Internet forms &
        a database program.
        * Prerequisite
                 Some computer programming experience

Red BulletAdvantage On-line - For DATA ENTRY
        To register call: 208-8095

Red BulletAdvantage On-line - For APPROVER
        To register call: 208-8095

Red BulletAdvantage On-line - Individual Requisition Assistance
        The Purchasing Department will have a representative
        available to help you with questions regarding the
        on-line requisition process or to provide hands-on
        assistance.

Red BulletAstound - Level I - Introduction to Multimedia Development
        Learn to:
        1)    Design a presentation with a template
        2)    Insert graphics or pictures in a presentation
        3)    Set up time lines for actions or events to occur
        Bring a diskette & information you want in your presentation

Red BulletAstound - Level II - Astound Dynamite
        You will learn how to prepare your Astound Slide shows
        to be viewed on a World Wide Web Page.
        Instruction will take approximately forty-five minutes
        followed by individual assistance.
        If you want to prepare your presentation for the Web:
                1)  Bring one of your Astound Slide shows
                2)  Bring the password to your ACCD Web Directory

Red Bullet Authorware (Macromedia ) - Introduction to multimedia
        Authorware is the leading program for creating interactive
        presentations.  It is designed to promote user interaction
        as well as include, motion, and sound.

        Features to be included in Advanced  Class at later date:
                1)  Can be presented  on the Macintosh or in Windows
                2)  Can be placed on the World Wide Web
                3)  Can ask the student a question, judge its correctness
                      and store the score for you.

Red BulletBasic Computer Operations for Beginners
   Learn the basics of working with your computer.
        For people with very little or no computer knowledge.
                1) How to power up your computer and shut-down.
                2) Mousing around - basic rodent control.
                3) Keyboarding 101.
                4) Pretty in pink - the graphical user interface.
                5) Introduction to the Windows File Manager.
                6) Saving and printing.

Red BulletBobby Web Accessability Evaluator
        "Bobby is an online HTML analysis service provided by the
        Center for Applied Special Technology. What makes this service
        unique? It has the function of helping to make HTML documents
        accessible to those with disabilities. For example, blind users with
        screen-reading software depend on ALT tags for images, and users
        unable to manipulate a pointing device may have difficulty using
        forms. When a URL is entered and analyzed, an annotated version
        of the HTML document is given.  Simply click on the error messages
        for explanations. To get a better understanding of what the error
        messages mean, look at the Understanding Bobby section. Bobby
        also has advanced options that allow users to check compatibility
        with more than one browser at the time, as well as to upload local
        files.  [TB]"

Red BulletCD (compact disk) Prepare & write data to a CD
        Learn to write data files to a writable CD ROM disk for long-time storage.
        The option is available to use a writable or re-writable CD format.

Red BulletClassroom Research Consultation Available
        Let us help you with classroom research
        projects for your department.

Red BulletClassroom Research: SAC Faculty Innovations
        Attend this session and get some excellent innovative teaching
        ideas that you can use in your classes.  After a brief overview
        of classroom research and faculty projects, talk with individuals
        of your choice from a variety of disciplines and get details about
        the innovative teaching techniques they investigated in their
        classrooms durung Spring and Summer, 1999.  Handouts will be
        provided.

Red Bullet Communicator Composer (Netscape)
        Web Page Development for Beginners
        Creating a basic Web page the easy way
        Bring a diskette & information you want on
        your Web page.
        *Qualifies as course # 3 in the requirements for
   Internet Course Development Certification

Red Bullet Copying Graphics from the World Wide Web
        Learn to copy graphics you find on the World
        Wide Web then download them to your computer
        to use with your Web Pages, presentations, or
        on printed documents.

Red Bullet Corel Web Designer - Web Page Development for Beginners
        Creating a basic Web page the easy way
        Bring a diskette & information you want on your Web page.
        *Qualifies as course # 3 in the requirements for
   Internet Course Development Certification

Red Bullet Critical Thinking Used in the Classroom - Workshop #3
        Multiple Intelligences in the Classroom to
       Encourage Critical Thinking

        Participants attending three or more Critical Thinking
        workshops will receive a certificate of training. A copy
        of the certificate will be sent to the participant's supervisor.

Red BulletCritical Thinking - #4 Video Tape Series
        "How to Devise Assignments and Activities Requiring
        Reasoning Students are Capable of Doing"
        Video Tape Session #4 in a series of 13
                Be sure to see all 13.
        Special viewing at other times by appointment

Red BulletCritical Thinking - #5 Video Tape Series
        "How to Teach Students to Listen & Read Well"
        Video Tape Session #5 in a series of 12
                Be sure to see all 13.
        Special viewing at other times by appointment

Red BulletCritical Thinking - #6 Video Tape Series
       "Critical Thinking & the Human Emotions"
        Video Tape Session #6 in a series of 12
                Be sure to see all 13.
        Special viewing at other times by appointment

Red BulletCritical Thinking - #7 Video Tape Series
        "How to Teach Students to Assess their
        Own Work : The Tactics"
        Video Tape Session #7 in a series of 12
                Be sure to see all 13.
        Special viewing at other times by appointment

Red BulletCritical Thinking - #8 Video Tape Series
       "How to Teach Students to Assess their
        Own Work : The FOUNDATION"
        Video Tape Session #8 in a series of 13
                Be sure to see all 13.
        Special viewing at other times by appointment

Red Bullet Daedalus - Exploring its Possibilities
        Computer-based writing/language instruction program
        available FREE to any department within the ACCD.

        This is a versatile tool to help students & teachers in
        any college subject use writing in a collaborative manner.
        It includes an option called "InterChange" which enables
        real-time discussion for a small group or whole class.

        This software includes other options such as "Mail."

Red Bullet DiDa  - Simple to use Web Page Development Software
        1)    Allows you to easily develop a Web Page where what you see
                is what you get, and the program writes the code for you.
        2)    You may also write the HTML code or edit it if you like.
        3)    Download a trial version of the software from the Web.
        *Qualifies as course # 4 in the requirements for
   Internet Course Development Certification

Red BulletDigital Imaging
        Digital camera, flatbed scanner, and quick cam image capture
        1)    Capture digital images
        2)    Import digitized images into your computer
        3)    Alter size and appearance
        4)    Learn the basics of image editing

Red BulletDirector Multimedia (Macromedia) Introduction
        This software is for creating movie clips from still images.
        With Director  you can arrange still images and animate them.
        Use thse clips for your website or presentations.

Red BulletDirector Multimedia (Macromedia) Shockwave Studio - Introduction
        Learn how to create cutting edge media objects with options for video,
        sound, movement, interactivity and more. See how easy it can be to
        add rich media to your website. This is a foundational class for those
        wanting to learn interactive 3D for the web.
        * Prerequisite
        PhotoShop Introduction and Web design experience

Red Bullet Distance Learning With Videoconferencing: Overview
        An overview of Distance Learning Utilizing Videoconferencing
        technologies. This class includes the various aspects of Distance
        Learning and is an introduction to video
        capabilities, interactive teaching strategies, problems that might
        be encountered, and course preparation.

Red BulletDistance Learning with Videoconferencing: Teaching Strategies
         The class will cover preparation of course materials and
         presentation strategies for videoconferencing instruction which is
         delivered at the same time to a local class and a class in another
         city.  Videoconferencing is sometimes referred to as, two-way
         interactive television.

Red BulletDistance Learning with Videoconferencing: Equiment Usage
        An introduction of the use of video conferencing equipment.
        Attendees will learn about using two-way interactive television to
        provide instruction to a distant class site.  When using this medium,
        students and the instructor at the local site are able to see, hear, and
        speak with students at the distant site.   The instructor is able to
        transmit presentations, hard copy documents, and motion video to the
        students at both locations.  This session includes hands-on training
        with the videoconferencing equipment..

        This session includes hands-on training with the videoconferencing
        equipment and peripheral devices.

Red Bullet Dragon - Naturally Speaking - Introduction
        Dragon Naturally Speaking lets you dictate text by speaking into a
        computer microphone.  Text for memos, letters, or longer documents
        may be entered by speaking.  This program is especially helpful for the
        individual that prefers not to enter text by the keyboard or for those
        with physical limitations.

Red Bullet Dreamweaver (Macromedia) - I - Introduction to Web Page Development
        This software program allows you to easily design aWeb Page without
        having to write HTML code, but allows you to make code changes when
        necessary.
        *Qualifies as course # 3 in the requirements for
   Internet Course Development Certification

Red Bullet Dreamweaver (Macromedia) II- Level II - Frames for your Web Page
        This software program allows you to easily
        design a frames for your web page.
   * Prerequisite
                Beginning Dreamweaver - I

Red Bullet Dreamweaver (Macromedia) - III- HTML code editing
   This software program allows you to
        design a Web Page with HTML code.
   * Prerequisite
                Beginning Dreamweaver - I
        *Qualifies as course # 4 in the requirements for
   Internet Course Development Certification

Red Bullet Dreamweaver (Macromedia) - IV- Image Mapping
   This software program allows you to segment different areas of
        an image into parts and make each area a hot link that will link
        to a particular site.
   * Prerequisite
                Beginning Dreamweaver - I

Red Bullet Dreamweaver (Macromedia)- V- Tables
       Learn to easily create tables to use on your Web Pages.
  * Prerequisite
                Beginning Dreamweaver - I

Red Bullet Dreamweaver (Macromedia) - VI- Digital Photo Album
       Learn to use Dreamweaver to create a digital photo album with
       thumbnail-sized images on your computer
  * Prerequisite
                Beginning Dreamweaver - I

Red Bullet  Dreamweaver (Macromedia) - VII- Stylesheets
    With a single stylesheet web designers can have site-wide control
        of all aspects of type, margins, headings, colors, and more.
   * Prerequisite
                Beginning Dreamweaver - I

Red Bullet  Dreamweaver (Macromedia) - VIII- Rollover Buttons for the Web
        Dreamweaver enables you to create a button for the Web that changes
        to another image when the mouse pointer passes over it.
   * Prerequisite
                Beginning Dreamweaver - I

Red BulletElectronic Communications
        Learn the basics of 5 on-line communication
        programs,Eudora E-mail, LISTSERVs,
        Newsgroups, ICHAT Room, & how to sign
        up for IDEA.
        *Qualifies as course # 7 in the requirements for
    Internet Course Development Certification

Red Bullet Enrollment Management System Overview
        This 30 minute class will provide an overview of an
        Enrollment Mangement System that can provide a
        daily update of the enrollment for each class offered
        at San Antonio College.  Classes can be grouped by
        Arts and Sciences or Occupation Technical Divisions.
        This system will be particurlary valuable to Deans and
        Chairpersons during registration.

Red Bullet Eudora - Introduction - Alternate E-Mail Program
        1) Eudora is a very user-friendly E-Mail Program that
           you may use in conjunction with your ACCD E-Mail
            or instead of it.
        2) It has the capability of sending graphicssound, as
            well as text.
        3) The Eudora Light Program andservice are FREE for
            you to download and use!

Red Bullet Excel Spreadsheet (Microsoft) - Introduction for Beginners
        Learn to prepare calculating spreadsheets that
        will automatically add, subtract, multiply, divide
        and is capable of doing complex mathematical
        operations for many purposes such as:
                1.  budget
                2.  payroll
                3. gradebook
                4. investments
                5. purchasing

Red BulletExcel Spreadsheet (Microsoft) - Intermediate #1
        Linking Spreadsheets
        Learn to link two spreadsheet workbooks or files together
        to do sophisticated customized calculationsand projections.
        As values are changed in a linked spreadsheet, the totals
        are automatically updated in the sheet to which it is linked.
        Access database.
        * Prerequisite
        Working knowledge of Excel Spreadsheets

Red BulletExcel  (Microsoft)  Spreadsheet for a Grade Book
        Using a spreadsheet as a Grade Book
        See examples of two possible gradebook
        formats that will automatically calculate an
        average on the weighted value of assignments
        such as homework, tests, lab, projects,
        attendance, etc. or get assistance with the
       design of your own custom gradebook
        * Prerequisite
        Working knowledge of Excel Spreadsheets

Red Bullet Excel (Microsoft) Spreadsheet - for Payroll Records & Reporting
        Learn how to set up a spreadsheet to automatically
        calculate payroll and keep record of expenditures
        on a monthly and yearly basis.

Red BulletFile management and organization for your computer
        If you store large numbers of files on your computer,
        you may notice that it is difficulty to find the file you
        need at the right time.
        Learn to organize computer files systematically
        for quickwhen you need them.

Red BulletFTP - File Transfer Protocol
        Learn to upload your files via modem on your home
        computer using Ws-FTP shareware.

Red Bullet Fireworks - 4 Introduction -  Web Development Tool
        Fireworks offers unique features that automate the more
       demanding tasks of creating Web objects, entire Web pages,
       and text and graphics, such as interactive buttons, with Live
       Effects.

Red Bullet Fireworks - Rollover Buttons for the Web
        Firework enables you to create a button for the Web that changes
        to another image when the mouse pointer passes over it.

Red BulletFlash 4 - Web Page Animations
         Learn to prepare graphics and text that will perform
         animated sequences on your Web Pages.

Red Bullet Free Services - List Bot - Privete E-mail distribution
        Allows others to subscribe to your private
        E-mail distribution box in order to keep up with updates
        to your program or activities.  The information you put

Red Bullet Free Services - Counter for your Web Page
        To count visitors to your web page
        This program resides on a distant site, but works
        with our pages on the ACCD server.
        *Qualifies as course # 17 in the requirements for
   Internet Course Development Certification

Red Bullet FREE Services on the World Wide Web - Part 1
        Get a FREE Personal E-mail Address
        In this class we will show you how to get an additional
        FREE E-MAIL address for personal use.

Red Bullet FREE Services on the World Wide Web - Part 2
        Create FREE Personal Web Page
        Your may already have a Web Page for professional use
        in the office or classroom here at SAC, but do you have a
        PERSONAL WEB PAGE for other topics of interest in your
        personal life?

        This class will enable you to create a PERSONAL WEB PAGE
        at the Geocities Site on recreationaltopics such as hobbies,
        family, pets, cooking, sports, etc.

Red BulletFrontPage (Microsoft) - I -
       Introduction to Web Page Development
        Introduction to Web Page Development
        This software program allows you to easily design a Web Page
        with Microsoft FrontPage software.  You will also receive information
        about  how to have the software installed on your office computer.
        Bring a diskette & information you want on your Web page.
        *Qualifies as course # 3 in the requirements for
    Internet Course Development Certification

Red BulletGrade Courses - Assigning Grades on the Internet
        The "Grade Courses" option allows you to assign semester
        grades to students in your classes.  Course grading is
        only available during set times assigned by the Registrar's
        Office.  During this training you will learn how to perform this
        operation.  The "W" grade may not be entered on-line.

Red BulletGrade Input on the Internet
        Computers available for faculty who have been trained
        to input their class grades.  For training see "Grade Courses"
        above.

Red Bullet Graphic Image Preparation for your Web Pages
        Learn to prepare photographs with the digital camera
       and convert photographs, drawings, or other graphics
        to be used on Web pages.
       *Qualifies as course # 9 in the requirements for
   Internet Course Development Certification

Red Bullet Homesite 3.0 - Web Page Development Software
        For the "Experienced" Web Page developer or
        For those wanting more control over working
        with the HTML code

        You can download this software for a FREE trial.
        *Qualifies as course # 3 in the requirements for
  Internet Course Development Certification

Red Bullet Hot Dog - Level I- Beginning Web Page Development
        Creating a basic Web Page, getting to know HTML,
        and learning to edit HTML program code.
        Bring a diskette & Information you want on your Web page.
        *Qualifies as course # 4 in the requirements for
  Internet Course Development Certification

Red Bullet Hot Dog - Level II- Intermediate Web Page Development
        Learn intermediate Web Page development and HTML
        program code.
        Bring a diskette & Information you want on your Web page.
       * Prerequisite
                Beginning HotDog Level I
        *Qualifies as course # 13 in the requirements for
  Internet Course Development Certification

Red Bullet "How to Handle Difficult People #1"
        Video Tape Session
        in a series of 3 by Fred Prior Seminars
        Be sure to see all 3.
        Special viewing at other times by appointment
        Make even the most difficult relationships more
        positive, results-oriented, and productive.

Red Bullet "How to Handle Difficult People #2"
        Video Tape Session
        in a series of 3 by Fred Prior Seminars
        Be sure to see all 3.
        Special viewing at other times by appointment
        Make even the most difficult relationships more
        positive, results-oriented, and productive.

Red Bullet "How to Handle Difficult People #3"
        Video Tape Session
        in a series of 3 by Fred Prior Seminars
        Be sure to see all 3.
        Special viewing at other times by appointment
        Make even the most difficult relationships more
        positive, results-oriented, and productive.

Red Bullet "How to SUPERVISE People - #1"
        Video Tape Session
                in a series of 3  by Fred Prior Seminars
        Be sure to see all 3.
        Special viewing at other times by appointment
        "A powerful program that will launch you to peak
        performance in motivating, managing, and taking
        charge of projects & people."

Red Bullet "How to SUPERVISE People - #2"
  Video Tape Session
                in a series of 3  by Fred Prior Seminars
        Be sure to see all 3.
        Special viewing at other times by appointment
        A powerful program that will launch you to peak performance in
        motivating, managing, and taking charge of projects & people.

Red Bullet "How to SUPERVISE People - #3"
         Video Tape Session
                in a series of 3  by Fred Prior Seminars
        Be sure to see all 3.
        Special viewing at other times by appointment
        A powerful program that will launch you to peak performance in
        motivating, managing, and taking charge of projects & people.

Red BulletHTML Editing
        Web Page Development with a Text Editor
        Creating a basic Web Page, getting to know HTML, and learning
        to edit HTML program code.  It gives you the knowledge you
         need to make changes to the code that makes up your web pages.
        *Qualifies as course # 4 in the requirements for
  Internet Course Development Certification

Red BulletHTML - "The HTML You Never Knew" - Level II
        Web Page Development with a Text Editor
        The HTML You Never Knew: Foundations, Features, and Expected
        Evolution Learn how to effectively leverage new web technologies
        such as cascading stylesheets, the document object model, and
        more by seeing HTML from the pespective of its creators. Learn to
        create "future friendly" pages that are ready for developments such
        as metadata and portable browser devices. HTML is the first step in
        the world-wide hypertext system we call the web. By using HTML in
        a way that is in step with its intended purpose we can use it as a
        stepping stone towards more technically advanced, easier to manage
        websites. This 2 hour class will show students how it is better to take
        advantage of what HTML is, rather than to make it into what it is not.
        *Qualifies as course # 4 in the requirements for
  Internet Course Development Certification

Red BulletIllustrator (Adobe) Level I - Learn the basics of vector graphics

Learn how to create titles and headlines; align text on a curve;
fill and line techniques for circles, ovals etc. Great for drawing!
Red BulletIllustrator  (Adobe) - Level II
Training with a step-by-step tutorial on creating a generic flyer
utilizing techniques and tools learned in Level I.  Learn to import
images, export documents as jpg for WWW use, dynamic text
effects, and using colors, patterns, and gradients.
Red BulletINSTANT - Web Page Development With a Template
1) For those who need a Web Page but don't want to
     bother with designing it from scratch.
2) We have prepared several templates from which you may
     select, then just point, click, and type in your information.
3) We can also take a photograph of you to put on your page.

Bring a diskette & information you want on your Web Page.
This service is available at other times by appointment.

Red Bullet International Programs:  Opportunity for Faculty Involvement
Faculty who are interested in international education should
plan to attend this session.  The numerous current and past
programs coordinated by the ACCD International Programs
office will be discussed.  Opportunities for future faculty
involvement will be addressed.  If you have had international
education experiences, please come and share those with
other faculty.  This is an informal session designed to create
dialogue about possibilities for involvement of SAC college
faculty from all disciplines in international education.
Red BulletInternet Teaching
        Teaching Skills for the Internet
        Skills, organization, class management, and other
        ideas for instructors who plan to teach classes on
        on the Internet.  Learn from the experience of
        those who have taught classes that are offered
        completely on the Internet.
         * Prerequisite
                   Introduction to Teaching on the Internet
        *Qualifies as course # 2 in the requirements for
      Internet Course Development Certification

Red BulletIntroduction to Teaching on the Internet
        1)  Get an overview of how to teaching in the traditional
             classroom differs from teaching on the Internet.
        2)  Find out about the skills you will need to develop.
        3)  See how to modify your teaching materials.
        *Qualifies as course # 1 in the requirements for
      Internet Course Development Certification

Red Bullet Internet Terminology - for the Internet & WWW Beginners
   If you have always wondered about certain Internet
        Terms & Acronyms such as, HTTP, TCIP, HTML, URL,
        SPAM, FLAME, FTP, Netiquet, & many more., come for
        an overview & see how they work.

Red BulletInternet Course Development Production Assistance
        This is not a formal class; the instruction is tailored to meet the
        needs of the individual faculty member who comes for assistance.
        During this time period, the Internet Coordinator is available to
        assist current Internet faculty or those planning to teach on the
        Internet.

Red BulletJavaScript - Introduction
        this class will explore the object oriented language that allows
        users to create dynamic and interactive Web pages.  This course
        includes:
        1)    collecting data with the dialog prompt
        2)    introducing JavaScript variables and data types
        3)    using arithmetical operations
        4)    manipulating strings
        5)    using logical operators
        6)    introduction functions
        7)    event handlers
        This course is geared to the person with some prior exposure to
        programming and has completed all HTML levels.

Red BulletJaws
        Jaws is a computer program that reads text on the computer screen.
        It speaks the works of the text and may be heard through headphones
        or the computer speakers.  This program is especially helpful for blind
        or visually impaired individuals.

Red BulletNetcape Navigator
        Learn the basics of surfing the World Wide Web and the Internet
        with Netscape. Find out how to get information and make bookmarks to
        websites, how to download and save information. Other topics include
        printing, navigating, and using searc engines.

Microsoft Netmeeting
        Learn audio-video conferencing with Netmeeting 3.0.
        A brief  demonstration of webcam applications.

Red BulletOffice Depot Online
        How to get office supplies on the Internet.

Red BulletOmniForm - Preparing Computerized Forms
        Make ACCD and other forms to fill in on your computer.

Red BulletOutlook (Microsoft) Introduction
        Personal Organization Program
        Microsoft Outlook provides you with tools to organize your
        personal and office life.  This introductory class will cover:
        1)  How to open and confiigure Outlook
        2)  Using the menus and main windows of Outlook
        3)  Brief overview of other features offered in Outlook

Red BulletOutlook (Microsoft) Level II - Address Electronic Database
        Personal Organization Program

        This Outlook class will provide information on how to set
        up and maintain your contact or address database.

        * Prerequisite
        Microsoft Outlook - I, Introduction and overview

Red BulletOutlook (Microsoft) Level III - Personal Electronic Calendar

        This Outlook class will provide information on how to set
        up and maintain your personal calendar of class schedules,
        appointments, reminders of special days, etc.

        * Prerequisite
        Microsoft Outlook - I, Introduction and overview

Red BulletOutlook (Microsoft) Level IV - Email

        This Outlook class will provide information on how to use the
        email feature within Outlook.  You will learn to set up your email
        program, send and receive messages, and organize your email
        data.

        * Prerequisite
        Microsoft Outlook - I, Introduction and overview

Red BulletOutlook (Microsoft) Level V - Daily Task List

        This Outlook class will provide information on how to set
        up and maintain your detailed list of daily activities and list of
        things to do.

        * Prerequisite
        Microsoft Outlook - I, Introduction and overview

Red Bullet Organize & File Your World Wide Web Bookmarks
        1) Learn to categorize your Internet Bookmarks in
            Netscape and put them into file folders for easy access.
        2) Find out how to copy your list of World Wide Web
            Bookmarks from your office computer and install them
            on your computer at home.

Red BulletPrintShop Deluxe
        Learn the basics of desktop publishing! Create great looking gift cards
        and invitations for printing in color. Wizards and templates make it easy.

Red BulletPageMaker (Adobe) - Introduction
        Desktop publishing and page layout for news
        letters and other publications.

Red BulletPageMaker (Adobe) - Tips and Tricks
        Learn how to use templates and masterpages, auto generate an index
        and table of contents, create and apply styles for fast text formatting, and
        more.  This class is intended for those already working with Pagemaker
        although  beginners are welcome to sit in.
         * Prerequisite
                   Introduction to PageMaker

Red Bullet PageMill (Adobe) - Introduction to Web Page Development
        PageMill enables the beginner to easily develop a Web Page
        without having to work in the programming code.  This is a
        "what you see is what you get" software program.
                Bring a diskette & information you want on
                your first Web page.
        *Qualifies as course # 3 in the requirements for
     Internet Course Development Certification

Red BulletPaintShop Pro - I -  Introduction to graphic image editing
        Learn the basics of image editing with this easy to use and
        powerful  program.  Download a trial version of the software
        from the Web.

Red BulletPaintShop Pro - II - Animator Workshop
        Jasc Paint Shop Pro 7.0 enables you to create, modify,
        enhance, and animate Web graphics and photos.

Red BulletPhotoShop (Adobe ) - Level 1
        Learn the basics of creating and editing graphics.
        *Qualifies as course # 9 in the requirements for
     Internet Course Development Certification

Red BulletPhotoShop (Adobe ) - Level 2
         Learn to use the scanner to put images directly
         into PhotoShop.
         * Prerequisite
                Basic knowledge of Web page development and editing.

Red BulletPhotoShop (Adobe ) - Level 3
        Learn how to use layers, alpha channels, and image adjustment.
        * Prerequisite
                Basic knowledge of PhotoShop and image editing.

Red BulletPowerPoint (Microsoft) - Level I - Introduction
        Multimedia development made easy for Beginners
        Bring a diskette & information you want
                in your presentation.
        *Qualifies as course # 5 in the requirements for
     Internet Course Development Certification

Red BulletPowerPoint (Microsoft) - Level II - Intermediate
        Multimedia Techniques -
        Enhance your presentation by learning to:
                1)    Insert motion video
                2)    Insert sound
                3)    Control video and sound withing the presentation
       * Prerequisite
                Beginning PowerPoint or working knowledge of PowerPoint

Red BulletPowerPoint (Microsoft) - Level III - Intermediate
        Modifying PowerPoint Graphics
        Learn to take PowerPoint graphics images apart:
            1)    Change the colors
            2)    Change the size of each part
            3)    Combine parts of different graphic images
            4)    Animate the different parts of an image
            5)    Regroup the image after modification
       * Prerequisite
                Beginning PowerPoint or working knowledge of PowerPoint

Red BulletPowerPoint (Microsoft) - Level IV - Intermediate
        Multimedia Techniques -
        Prepare your PowerPoint presentations to be viewed on your Web Pages.
        * Prerequisite
                Beginning PowerPoint or working knowledge of PowerPoint
        *Qualifies as course # 11 in the requirements for
     Internet Course Development Certification

Red BulletPublisher (Microsoft) - Page layout program.
  Publisher is a full-featured program for creating newsletters,
       brochures, cards, and flyers. Print your own business cards.

Red BulletPutting Your Web Pages on the ACCD Web Server
  Learn the steps to getting your Web Pages
       where they can be accessed on the World Wide Web.

     If you have your Web pages completed and if you
     have a directory on the ACCD Web Server, we will
     help you publish them.

Red BulletQuark Xpress
        A page layout program used by publishers to produce
        newsletter, brochures, catalogs, magazines, and books.
        Precise typography and design for sophisticated prepress
        functions for complete design control and command, from
        concept to output.
 

Red Bullet Respondus - Introduction to Test Development Off-line
        Respondus is the off-line software tool that allows
        insturctors to create tests while not being connected
        to the Internet.  These can be uploaded to WebCT
        when access to the Internet and WebCT are available.

Red Bullet Rolling Multimedia Unit - "SITE ADMINISTRATOR"
  Rolling Multimedia Units are ready for use in
  classrooms.  One department in each building  will
  be selected to host a Unit and check it out to
  all other Certified faculty or staff in the building where
  it is hosted.

        This course is designed to train the designated lab
        or office staff members who will serve as SITE
        ADMINISTRATORS for the departments selected
        to host a "Rolling Multimedia Unit" in their building.

        A special software program has been written to check
        out and track usage of the Rolling Multimedia Units.
        SITE ADMINISTRATORS completing this training
        are certified with the Technology & Innovation Centers
        to check the Units out to faculty or staff who have been
        Certified to use them.

        (To become a "CERTIFIED  USER," a faculty or staff member
        must take the class called "ROLLING MULTIMEDIA
        UNIT - USER.")

Red BulletRolling Multimedia Unit - "USER"
   Rolling Multimedia Units are ready for use in
        classrooms.  One department in each building will
        be selected to host a Unit and check it out to
        all other Certified faculty or staff in the building
        where it is hosted.

        To become a "CERTIFIED USER" a faculty or
        staff member  is required to be trained in the use and
        care of these "ROLLING MULTIMEDIA UNITS."

Red BulletScanning images and text
        Learn the basics of scanning images such as
        photographs and text and saving them to a computer
        disk.  These can then be used in multimedia presentations,
        on web pages, or on printed documents.

        Preparing Graphic Images to put on your Web Home Pages
        Learn to prepare photographs with the digital camera
        and convert photographs, drawings, or other graphics
        to be used on Web pages.
Red BulletScreensaver & Wallpaper for your Computer Screen
        Have fun changing your computer's screensaver and background
        by using a scanner, digital camera, or photos off of the Web.  You
        may want to insert photographs of your baby, family portrait, vacation
        scenes, or what ever you like.  Bring a 3 1/2" floppy diskette and your
        favorite photograph.

Red BulletSecretarial Training - Payroll System
        Secretaries will be trained on the district changes
        for the payroll system.

Red BulletSnagIT Screen Capture - Introduction
        Want to create a tutorial of proprietary software to train your staff?
        Capture images directly from your computer desktop. TechSmith's
        capture tools let you grab, edit, and transform image, text, video
        and voice. Getting started is as easy as pressing a hotkey.
    http://www.techsmith.com/

Red Bullet Streaming Motion Video for your Web pages
            Enhancing your Web pages with Streaming Motion Video
        * Prerequisite
                Basic knowledge of Web page development and editing.
        *Qualifies as course # 15 in the requirements for
      Internet Course Development Certification

Red Bullet Stylesheets for Webmasters & Designers - Introduction
        With a single stylesheet web designers can have site-wide control
        of all aspects of type, margins, headings, colors, positioning of
        elements and more. The class will cover the syntax (basic and
        advanced) of stylesheets and how to incorporate a stylesheet in
        your site. Documentation available to stylesheet authors will also
        be covered.

Red Bullet Systems Issues Related to Teaching on the Internet
  Learn how to deal with problems while teaching
          on the Internet.
  *Qualifies as course # 8 in the requirements for
   Internet Course Development Certification

Red Bullet Teleconferences by Starlink
  Training sessions provided by television by way
  of satelite downlink.  Various topics are offered
  Call 733-2440 to register.

Red Bullet Testing On-Line - Ed Tech Tools
  Tests can be administered to students by way for
            the Internet with this software.

Red BulletTesting On-line - Questionmark Perception
            Questionmark Perception is software provided to
            51 colleges through the Virtual College of Texas.
            Each participant in this group of colleges will receive
            the free software when they take the training.  This
            training requires two sessions of about four hours each.

            Questions may be used for assessments such as
            tests, surveys, and questionnaires.  The program will
            grade the test on all types of questions except essays
            and store the answers for the instructor to view and record.
            The assessments may also be delivered through a
            SECURED BROWSER environment to increase test
            security.

            There are five parts to the software training:

1.    Question manager,
        -    Questions of all kinds are prepared.
              e.g. true false, multiple choice, fill in the blank, hot spot,
              drag & drop answers, multiple answer, numeric, essay.
        -    Images and other media may be included.
        -    Questions are saved to a database on your computer
              for use in the future.
2. Session manager,
        -    Questions are selected and put into a test sessions.
        -    The questions may be randomly selected to provide
              an unique test for each individual.
        -    A time limit may be placed on each question block
        -    Based on results, a student may be hot linked to other sites.
        -    The assessment is uploaded to the Internet.
3.     Publishing to the ACCD Enterprise Test Server,
        -    Connecting to the ACCD Test Server
        -    Uploading your test sessions to the ACCD Web server

4.  Security manager,
        -    Students are assigned to a test.
        -    A password may be assigned.
        -    Restrictions may be made as to when the test is taken.
        -    A student takes the test, and the scores are saved to a
             database for the instructor to record.

5. Report manager,
        -    The instructor may get a report on the test results.
        -    Statistical analyses may be performed on each question.

Red BulletThree Dimensional - 3D Objects for the Web - Introduction
        This class is an exciting yet gentle introduction to the world of 3D. Learn
        to create simple 3D Objects (Models) and present them on a web page.
        There are many applications that 3D is especially suited for such as:
        Showing EMS students the precise location to perform an action on a
        patient, Showing chemistry and physics students the structure of a small
        particle, representing a complex piece of equipment for technical students,
        and much more. This class will utilize Macromedia Shockwave Studio, and
        Newtek Lightwave and Inspire, and Photoshop.

Red Bullet Truespace - Intermediate Graphics Design
        3-D Modeling & Animation

Red BulletUploading Web Pages to the ACCD Enterprise Server
                Participants will learn how to:
                1.    Get a password and Web directory
                2.    Log on to the ACCD Enterprise Web server
                3.    How to place their Web pages on the server
                4.    How to link have their pages linked up.

Red BulletVideo Capture & Editing with Premier
        Prepare video to be inserted into a multimedia presentation
        or stored on on your computer or CD.
        1)    Capture motion video from a standard video cassette,
        2)    Digitize it
        3)    Save it to the computer

Red BulletWeb Graphics
        Learn how to use graphic elements such as clip art,
        photos, buttons and line art on web pages.
        Topics covered include gif, tiff, and jpg  file
        extensions, graphic editing with cropping tool,
       re-sizing, and file comression.

Red BulletWeb Page Design
        Learn the Basics of page layout & design to make slick sites
        with easy navigation controls.

Red BulletWeb Screen Design Aesthetics & ADA
        Develop your web page aesthetics.  Learn how to design and
        develop Web pages that get and hold the readers attention.
        Topics covered include layout, custom navigation bars, how
        to use graphic elements effectively, and make them accessable
        to disabled users.

Red BulletLegal Ramifications for Web Pages
        Topics covered include copyrights, using textbook images and
        materials and Prentice-Hall WEBct elements.

Red BulletWECM Web Site
        The instructor will provide an overview of the WECM
        Web site, then the attendees will have the opportunity
        for hands-on investigation of the site.

Red BulletWeb CT Introduction
        Come and see how Web CT can assist you with the development
        of your Internet courses.  It provides a shell that manages all
        parts of your Internet course instruction, communications,
        test administration and scoring, and includes an on-line
        gradebook

Red BulletWeb CT Quiz (Testing) Module
        the WebCt Tes Module enables the instructor to write questions
        and answers, randomize the questions selected of questions, give
        feedback for right or wrong answers, score the test, and place the
        student's grade in the on-line gradebook.

        During this class you will learn how to develop multiple-choice,
        short answer, true or false, and essay tests that can be delivered
        over the Internet.

Red BulletWindows Basics I (Microsoft Windows)
        Learn the basics of Windows Operating
        software.

Red BulletWindows Basics II (Microsoft Windows)

Red BulletWindows Basics III (Microsoft Windows)

Red BulletWindows Basics IIV (Microsoft Windows)

Red BulletWindows The Hidden Secrets
        This class is designed to teach you how to regain control of
        Windows when it locks up.   You will also learn some of the short
        cuts, tips, trick, and hidden secrets that Windows offers.

Red BulletWindows NT  Workstation  Operating System
        An introduction for beginning users of the
        new up-graded faculty workstations or others
        using Windows NT on their workstations.
        *Prerequisite:
                Working knowledge of Windows

Red BulletWindows NT 4.0 - Workstation & Server
        20 Week Class Series
        This training series will provide training
        necessary to prepare the individual for
        Microsoft Certification testing on Windows NT.
        *Prerequisite:
                Working knowledge of Windows 95
                After class #3, no new enrollment

Red BulletWord - I (Microsoft)  - Introduction
        Beginning  Word Processing
        Learn how to create letters, tests, and other
        documents on your computer

Red BulletWord - II (Microsoft) - Inserting Tables
        Intermediate  Word Processing
        Learn to insert tables into Microsoft Word Documents
            1)    Format the table background, border, justification
            2)    Format individual table cells
            3)    Insert text and graphics into the table cells.
        * Prerequisite
                Beginning Microsoft Word 7.0
                or knowledge of Microsoft Word

Red BulletWord - III (Microsoft) - Inserting Graphics & Preadsheets
        Intermediate  Word Processing
        Learn to insert graphics from many sources into Microsoft Word
        Documents and manipulate their size and location.
        * Prerequisite
                Beginning Microsoft Word 7.0
                or knowledge of Microsoft Word

Red Bullet WordPerfect - Beginning - Word Processing
        Learn how to create letters, tests, and other
        documents on your computer

Red Bullet WordPerfect - Intermediate #1 - Word Processing
        Inserting Tables, and other useful stuff, etc.
        * Prerequisite
                Working Knowledge of WordPerfect

Red Bullet WordPerfect - Intermediate #1 - Word Processing
        Belly up to the "Bars" (screen set-up) and the
        magic of the right mouse button
        * Prerequisite
                Working Knowledge of WordPerfect

Red Bullet WordPerfect (Corel)  - Overview
        This class is designed for beginning users of
        WordPerfect or for those unfamiliar with
        word processing.
        Learn how to:
            1)  Use WordPerfect  toolbars
            2)  Open, manipulate, edit, and create documents
            3)  Use help files within WordPerfect 8.0

Red BulletWorld Wide Web Surfing with Netscape - Introduction
        Learn to find information & graphics on the World Wide
        Webthen download it to your computer
        *Qualifies as course # 6 in the requirements for
   Internet Course Development Certification

Red BulletWorld Wide Web Surfing with Internet Explorer- Introduction
        Learn to find information & graphics on the World Wide
        Web then download it to your computer
        *Qualifies as course # 6 in the requirements for
   Internet Course Development Certification

Red BulletWorld Wide Web Surfing - Advanced Techniques
        Learn to define and find very specific information on the
        World Wide Web by using boolean descripters.  Find out
        about which search engines are best for each kind of
        information.  These techniques will save time and effort
        while searching the Web.
        *Qualifies as course # 6 in the requirements for
   Internet Course Development Certification




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