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Interested in learning more about cataloging or genealogy research in your library? Check out our course samplers to see what LE@D's latest course titles have in store for you.
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Free Webinars for
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Join us for this three-part series for both beginners and old hands who like refreshers. Our goal: Improve the effectiveness of online education programs.
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Never fear! For handouts, audio, and video recordings of LE@D's latest Webinars, check out our blog.
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Recent enhancements to the Blackboard Learning Management System have rendered occasional display errors for users with the latest browser versions. If you encounter difficulties within a LE@D course, check out the following resources for more information on supported browsers. Please note that until further fixes are implemented, the latest browsers are often unsupported by Blackboard.
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Beat the heat with online continuing education courses from LE@D!
In this month's issue, you'll hear from our instructional designers and our library relations associate as they share their passion for online education. Ever wondered what the terms "scheduled," "asynchronous," or "blended" have to do with online courses? Thinking about enrolling in a course and looking for advice? Looking for ways to make your virtual classrooms feel more like "real" ones? You'll find answers to these questions and more, so keep reading!
Join us Thursday, August 4, for the continuation of our webinar series with "Ten Tips for Writing Well" with Dixie Darr. Dixie is the author of the upcoming LE@D course "Writing Well," available later this summer. Reserve your spot today for this special webinar event.
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What Does the Term "Online Course" Really Mean?
by Alese Smith
What do you get when you decide to take an online course from a provider?
Like the story of The Blind Men and the Elephant, if you don't understand the range of terms or — more important — how the provider defines the terms that describe their offerings, you may be surprised by what you've signed on for.
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Is This Worth It? Five Clues That an Online Course Deserves Your Time and Energy
by Tami Sutcliffe
Are you thinking about enrolling in an online course? Whether you are shopping for a one-time seminar on a particular topic or considering a full-time degree program, here are five clues to reveal the strengths of an online offering:
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Connecting with the Virtual Classroom
by Pat Wagner
Webinars share slides and live narration with participants who might be on the other side of the world. But, for presenters used to face-to-face interactions, the experience can feel like speaking into a void. So, how can you connect with your participants and help them feel part of a "real" class?
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LE@D is committed to helping you meet your training needs. If you have any questions or would like to discuss our courses with us, call us at 940 565-2502 or email us at lead@unt.edu today.
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Kevin Haney
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