Resources
Welcome to the ELI Online Focus Session 2017 resource site. Once you’ve registered for the focus session, you can use the resources below to get the most out of this live, highly interactive, and fast-paced online event, whether you’re attending alone or as an institutional team.
Getting Ready in 3 Easy Steps
Step 1
Attend an online orientation session AND the technology check.
- Participant Orientation: Tuesday, April 4: 12:00 noon–12:30 p.m. (ET)
- View the recording of the participant orientation.
- Participant Orientation: Wednesday, April 19: 10:30–11:00 a.m. (ET)
- For focus session registrants only. Use credentials provided via email on or before April 18.
- Participant Technology Check: Wednesday, April 19: 11:00–11:45 a.m. (ET)
- For focus session registrants only. Use credentials provided via email on or before April 18.
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Step 2
Review ALL of the technical requirements. Participants may also join the focus session by using the Adobe Connect mobile app (found on iTunes or Google Play). Note: Some features may be limited. Review the Readiness Checklist to make sure you are set to participate.
Step 3
Review the Activity Workbook to participate in all focus session activities and the companion Focus Session Resource List that includes websites, research reports, books, and articles related to the topic.
Attending the Focus Session as an Institutional Team?
Attending as a member of a campus team or hosting a team event at your institution in coordination with the focus session program can be tremendously valuable and cost-effective. Team participation can help your institution advance a project or encourage cross-disciplinary collaboration.
- Go to the registration page for information on how to purchase additional logins to support a team event.
- Reserve a room with the recommended technology to accommodate your anticipated number of participants.
- Download these customized resources to support and promote your event:
- Focus Session Campus Flyer (for promoting a local campus event)
- Focus Session Suggested E-Mail Text (for promoting a local campus event)
- Event Planning Checklist
- Discussion Facilitator Tips and Discussion Prompts
- Local Event Evaluation Template (customizable)
- Do Not Disturb Door Hanger (tell colleagues you're attending an online event)
- Readiness Checklist
- Tips for Individual and Team Participation