Spring 2009 Webinar Schedule
The following is the ELI Spring 2009 Webinar Schedule. Using the computer of your choice, you will be able to see the presentation and listen in using your computer speakers. A microphone is not required as a text chat feature will be utilized during the webinars for participants to ask questions.
All webinars are free; however, registration is required. To register for a webinar, click on the link with the date and time of interest and follow the instructions provided. Send an e-mail to elicounselors@nvcc.edu if you have any questions or encounter any problems with registration. Additional webinars may be offered in the future. Visit ELIs website often for a current list of programs.
ELI Orientation
January
8, 7:00 pm 8:00 pm
January
9, 12:15 pm 1:15 pm
January
12, 12:15 pm 1:15 pm
January
13, 7:00 pm 8:00 pm
January
16, 12:15 pm 1:15 pm
January
30, 12:15 pm 1:15 pm
February
2, 7:00 pm 8:00 pm
February
27, 12:15 pm 1:15 pm
March
2, 7:00 pm 8:00 pm
This one hour webinar for students enrolled in courses offered through the Extended Learning Institute (ELI) will focus on getting started in your courses, navigating in your Blackboard course site, and identifying tips for success, financial aid resources, and student support services.
Strategies for Success in Distance Learning
Courses
January
21, 7:00 pm 7:45 pm
January
22, 12:15 pm 1:00 pm
February
11, 7:00 pm 7:45 pm
February
12, 12:15 pm 1:00 pm
March
4, 7:00 pm 7:45 pm
March
5, 12:15 pm 1:00 pm
This 45 minute webinar for NOVA students will focus on strategies for success in distance learning courses offered through ELI. Topics covered will include time management, tutoring services, and study skills.
Smarthinking - Online
Tutoring
January 23, 12:00 pm 12:45
pm
February 13, 4:00 pm 4:45 pm
March 3, 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
March 19, 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm
April 7, 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm
Special registration instructions -Students interested in participating in the Smarthinking Online Tutoring webinar should send an e-mail from their student e-mail account to eligeneral@nvcc.edu that includes the following: first name, last name, student identification number, and date of session.
This 45 minute webinar for students currently enrolled in a
course offered through ELI will provide an overview of Smarthinking.
Topics covered will include accessing your free student account, identifying
types of tutoring available, and demonstrating a tutoring session.
Is Distance Learning for Me?
February
4, 12:15 pm 12:45 pm
April
1, 12:15 pm 12:45 pm
April
16, 4:00 pm 4:30 pm
This 30 minute webinar for current or prospective students will focus on distance learning courses offered through the Extended Learning Institute of NOVA. Topics covered include what is distance learning, technical requirements, characteristics of a successful distance learning student, courses offered, course length and formats, and the registration process.
Where are the Scholarships?
January
28, 12:15 pm 12:45 pm
January
30, 12:15 pm 12:45 pm (Canceled)
This 30 minute webinar for NOVA students will focus on identifying scholarships currently available, reviewing qualifications for scholarships, and completing NOVAs scholarship application.
Basics of Transferring
February
24, 4:00 pm 4:30 pm
This 30 minute webinar will focus on answering key questions students have about transferring to another institution. Topics covered will include understanding transfer credit, articulation agreements, and the transfer process.
Understanding Distance Learning and NOVAs Extended
Learning Institute (ELI)
March
18, 4:00 pm 4:45 pm (Canceled)
April
2, 4:00 pm 4:45 pm
This 45 minute webinar for NOVA student services staff will focus on identifying critical dates for ELI courses, searching for open courses, identifying course information, understanding the different course formats, and identifying questions students should consider prior to enrolling in an ELI course.
Getting Ready for Your Next
Semester
March
25, 4:00 pm 4:45 pm
March
26, 12:15 pm 1:00 pm
April 9, 12:15 pm 1:00 pm
This 45 minute webinar for NOVA students will focus on answering key questions students have about what courses to enroll in for their next semester. Topics covered will include program identification, college resources, degree progress reports, and course selection.