Group instruction and individual consults available for the following systems/programs. Register through the ECU Training Calendar.*
*Limited schedules during summer sessions
Find other training by visiting:
OneStop >> Tools >> University Training
Office for Faculty Excellence
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should contact the Department for Disability Support Services at least 48 hours prior to the event at (252) 737-1016 (Voice/TTY). Online Resources
Blackboard Blog (faculty, staff, students)
Online tutorials for both staff and students, announcements and news.
Centra Resource Center (faculty, staff, students)
Visit the Centra Resource Center for FAQs, technical support, student references and other general help.
Classroom Technology "Getting Started" Video (faculty, staff)
Click the home page image to view a demo from the virtual classroom.
CommonSpot Blog (CommonSpot contributors)
Posts on new updates and features along with a tutorials page.
Cyber Security Awareness Training (faculty, staff, students)
Learn about security policies and best practices for keeping safe data and a secure web identity on laptop, desktop and mobile device.
Staff log in to Blackboard to access the online presentation. Students request through IT Help Desk 252.328.9866/1.800.340.7081.
ITCS Website (faculty, staff, students)
Many topics discussed in the ITCS website have links to online how-to's. Search the site or find an entry in the Service Catalog.
iWebfolio (Students, as assigned by instructor)
If your professor requires an iWebfolio electronic portfolio, see this blog to get started.
Macintosh (faculty, staff, students)
Find many online Mac resources in the ITCS Mac website.
Microsoft E-Learning Portal (faculty, staff, students)
Sign up for in-depth, self-paced online training modules for Office 2007, 2010, Windows 7 and more.
Request an access code through the self-service ECU Download Center (choose the "Software Request Forms" link from the toolbar).
Microsoft IT Academy (faculty, staff)
Technical training modules for class groups and individuals seeking IT certification. Contact Jennifer Raby for more information.
Qualtrics (faculty, staff, students)
See training resources from Qualtrics including webinars, tutorials, FAQs and a blog.
Right Answers Knowledgbase (faculty, staff, students)
Type a question into the Google-like search box to access how-to articles and more on most any IT topic.
SAS Statistical Software (faculty, staff, students)
Find a course from the SAS Support training schedule and then e-mail Jennifer Raby to register. You'll receive a confirmation e-mail and logon instructions.
Second Life Virtual World (Faculty)
ECU offers classes, meetings and conferences in the ECU virtual campus in Second Life.
PDF tutorials and links to other resources are also available in the SL website.
SharePoint Blog (faculty, staff, students)
Update news and tips on getting started with SharePoint.
Virtual Quick Start to Online Teaching (Faculty)
Face-to-face sessions are recorded and available online from the Virtual Quick Start to Online Teaching blog.
WordPress Blog (faculty, staff, students)
Coming soon
Yammer Blog (faculty, staff, students)
Find many excellent tutorials on using Yammer, ECU’s internal communication platform.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should contact the Department for Disability Support Services at least 48 hours prior to the event at (252) 737-1016 (Voice/TTY).
ITCS Training Opportunities for January 2012
Online Training
Cyber Security Awareness Training (faculty, staff)
Learn about security policies and best practices for keeping safe data and a secure Web identity.
Register and Attend through Blackboard (http://blackboard.ecu.edu)
Students can request access to this training by calling the IT Help Desk, 252.328.9866/1.800.340.7081
Classroom Training
Wednesday, January 4
Blackboard Overview
Customize your course, add content areas, create assessments, navigate the control panel, gradebook and more.
9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Austin 309
Friday, January 6
Yammer Overview
Use ECU’s social networking platform in your classroom, join a special-interest group on campus or create a group for your department, committee, etc.
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Austin 309
Tuesday, January 10
Yammer Overview
Use ECU’s social networking platform in your classroom, join a special-interest group on campus or create a group for your department, committee, etc.
9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Austin 309
Blackboard Overview
Customize your course, add content areas, create assessments, navigate the control panel, gradebook and more.
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Austin 309
Thursday, January 12
CommonSpot Beginner Training
Required training for those who will maintain a department’s CommonSpot website.
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Austin 309
Tuesday, January 17
Yammer Overview
Use ECU’s social networking platform in your classroom, join a special-interest group on campus or create a group for your department, committee, etc.
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Austin 309
Thursday, January 19
Blackboard Overview
Customize your course, add content areas, create assessments, navigate the control panel, gradebook and more.
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Austin 309
Centra Training and Integration Course
Learn to effectively integrate this web-conferencing, virtual meeting environment into your courses using both live and recorded sessions, the whiteboard and other tools.
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Austin 309
Monday, January 23
Blackboard Overview
Customize your course, add content areas, create assessments, navigate the control panel, gradebook and more.
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Austin 309
Tuesday, January 24
Yammer Overview
Use ECU’s social networking platform in your classroom, join a special-interest group on campus or create a group for your department, committee, etc.
9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Austin 309
CommonSpot Beginner Training
Required training for those who will maintain a department’s CommonSpot website.
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Austin 309
Wednesday, January 25
Centra New and Advanced Features
For those comfortable using Centra, learn new features and advanced tools such as playback editing, exam administration and accessibility features.
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Health Sciences Campus, Laupus Library, Rm. 2502G
Monday, January 30
Yammer Overview
Use ECU’s social networking platform in your classroom, join a special-interest group on campus or create a group for your department, committee, etc.
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Austin 309
Tuesday, January 31
Blackboard Overview
Customize your course, add content areas, create assessments, navigate the control panel, gradebook and more.
9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Austin 309
Utilizing Classroom Technologies
Introduction to the classroom technologies available at ECU as well as tips on incorporating these tools into your courses.
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Science & Technology Building, Room 144 (Global Classsroom)
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should contact the Department for Disability Support Services at least 48 hours prior to the event at (252) 737-1016 (Voice/TTY)
