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Introduction to the Virtual NTW

Get basic instructions for the virtual NTW webinar, including how to connect, ask questions, and participate. Also, learn about known webinar issues and the purpose of the virtual NTW.

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Introduction to the Virtual NTW

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  1. Introduction to the Virtual NTW November 27, 2012

  2. Basic Webinar Instructions • Need speakers or headphones to hear the presentation • Meeting > Manage My Settings > My Connection Speed • Dial-up not recommended • Questions about presentation • If you have a web cam/microphone, click the “Raise Hand” icon to indicate that you have a question • We will activate your microphone • If you don’t have a microphone, type into chat window and hit return

  3. Basic Webinar Instructions • 4 quick survey questions • Session recorded and archived with PowerPoint files at www.agrability.org • Problems: use chat window or email jonesp@purdue.edu

  4. Known Webinar Issues • Increased interactivity = increased technical issues • Be patient while we push our boundaries • Meeting > Audio Setup Wizard • Disconnection with presenters • Hang on – we’ll reconnect as soon as possible • Disconnection with participants • Log in again

  5. Purpose of the Virtual NTW • Share some of the information normally given at the NTW • Work plan highlights • Introduction of new team members • Update from USDA-NIFA • Technical content

  6. Work Plan Highlights • Complete Work Plan to be distributed to SRAPs soon • Spring 2013 NTW • 95% certain date = April 8-11 • Minneapolis, MN • Likely Minneapolis Airport Marriott • Government rate rooms

  7. Work Plan Highlights • Regional Workshops • Year 1 = one additional workshop • Years 2-4 = two additional workshops • Collaboration with SRAPs in planning • Increased virtual learning opportunities • 6 webinars per year (vs. previous 2) • Moving toward web-based “all-staff calls” • Expanded AgrAbility extranet

  8. Work Plan Highlights Addressed in Virtual NTW • Development of and training in AgrAbility Core Competencies • Expanded evaluation component • Increased collaboration with eXtension

  9. On the other hand… • 12.3% decrease in funds for NAP • Reduction in printed materials, including AgrAbility Harvest • Unable to replace some staff • Re-evaluation of Communities of Interest and other initiatives

  10. Introduction of New NAP Team Members • Goodwill of the Finger Lakes • USDA-NIFA • This afternoon

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