AIM Institute offers exciting technology training inservices for your staff at your site or off campus.  The following titles are currently available.  The duration times listed are ideal, but any presentation can be altered to fit your timetable.  Asterisks indicate the course presentation is under development but can be made available given enough lead time. 

Technology topics include:

• Emerging Technology Potpourri
  
• eCommerce and Internet
• Computers and Networks
• Gadgets and Media
  
• Schools and Technology
  

For pricing and to arrange inservice training, please contact:

Dave Coover
Director of Training
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(402)345-5025 ext. 132 

Emerging Technology Potpourri   
   

Emerging Technology:    During this presentation, the very latest, cutting-edge technologies are introduced.  Topics such as national wireless internet, erasable textbooks, smartpaper, biotechnology, nanotechnology, and RFID are discussed along with emerging trends in computer technology   (1 hour)

eCommerce and Internet
   

Introduction to Selling on eBay:  An overview of the auction process is described, and features of eBay are highlighted, including seller tools, item searches, listing tips, live auctions, payment and shipping.  Click here to visit a current list of eBay training sessions offered by AIM Institute.  (1.5 hours)

 

Selling on eBay:  This all-day session focuses on the selling aspects of eBay.  After learning the basics of how to create a textual description in the morning, participants actually list their item during the afternoon.  Each participant will create a description, use a digital camera to photograph the item, and post the auction to eBay.  Each participant will create a PayPal and eBay account as a part of this course.  Click here to visit a current list of eBay training sessions offered by AIM Institute.  (8 hours)

 

The Wonders of Google:    Google has grown from a web search engine into a multi-faceted website that features online tools linked to massive databases of information.  Come and learn about the free tools that Google has to offer!    (1.5 hours)

 

Joomla Open-Source Website Design:   Joomla is a free, open-source Content Management System (CMS) that will help you build powerful websites. It is used for everything from creating simple websites to complex corporate applications. Joomla is easy to install, simple to manage, and is extremely reliable. In this session, we will demonstrate how to download the Joomla software, install, implement, and configure it — in the first 10 minutes. The remainder of the session will be spent showing how to add functionality by installing templates, components and modules. (1.5 hours)

 

Web 2.0: Today's Internet:  The internet is very different now than it was two years ago. Innovative technology companies are making the internet a much more interactive place by publishing free applications, services, and information. Learn how to fully participate in today's Web 2.0 interactive community. (1 hour)  

 

Computers and Networks
 

Introduction to Computer Hardware:   A very basic overview of  the history of computers.  This presentation explains how digital messages are sent in binary code and interpreted by the components of a computer.  (1.5 hours)

 

Introduction to Networking:    This presentation is a very basic introduction to computer networks.  Physical topology, network components, cabling, routers and switches are discussed as well as an animated demonstration of how messages are able to find their destination on the internet.    (45 minutes)

 

Home Network Security:    This presentation discusses network security needs specific to the home and educational environments.  Participants will identify typical areas of weakness in their network, as well as outline methods to prevent, detect, and respond to attacks.  Backup methods for data are discussed as well as tools that are available to everyday users and network administrators.   (1.5 hours)

 

Mac or Windows: Which Should I Buy?*:  Apple's Mac operating system is gaining popularity and market share due to its robust security and easy-to-use interface. This session introduces non-Mac users to the Mac OS and covers how to easily run Windows on your Mac. Hardware and software for both platforms will be demonstrated and contrasted. (2 hours)

Gadgets and Media
 

Fully Loaded iPod:  This cutting-edge presentation discusses everything your iPod can do BESIDES play music. Come and learn all of the great hardware extensions that can turn you iPod into a portable Tivo, alarm clock, backup hard drive, PDA, or voice recorder. New software applications, games, exercise sites, and trivia packs for both Mac and Windows will also be demonstrated to extend your iPod's functionality far beyond the scope of a music player. (1.5 hours)

Analog to Digital Conversion:   This presentation discusses the progression of media storage from vinyl, cassette and 8-track through today's digital media. The terms "analog" and "digital" are contrasted and recommendations are given for converting from one medium to the other. The use of a digital bridge is demonstrated as one method of digitizing your vintage video and audio recordings. Learn how to convert your analog treasures into digital keepsakes before it's too late! (1.5 hours)

 

Cool, Must-have Gadgets:   Come and learn about the latest gadgets available in today’s technology-rich environment.  In addition to discussing what’s currently available, learn where to look to find what’s just appearing on the horizon as well.  Digital cameras, recording devices, phones, wireless, memory storage, entertainment devices, and security are all included in this fast-paced “geek” session.    (1.5 hours)

Smartphones: What Are They?   Cell phones have become much more than mere talking devices. Now they take pictures, instant message, download news reports, check email and even stream TV shows. Find out how these phones work and what functionality you need (and don't need) in your cell phone. (1 hour) 

Digital Photography:  Cameras that use 35mm film are now a mere memory. This session begins by describing the very best features to look for when purchasing a digital camera. We will also discuss how to take great digital pictures by adjusting your camera's settings, how to choose a photofinishing service, and how to upload your photos to free websites to share with friends and family. (1.5 hours) 

Schools and Technology

The Future of IT in Schools:    This futuristic presentation discusses how information technology affects the instructional process and why schools have such a difficult time keeping ahead of the “wave.”  Startling predictions are made about what a typical school will look like by the year 2015.  A list of “hot” technologies and how they’re currently used in schools is presented.    (1 hour)

 

Podcasting:    Learn about the latest craze to sweep the world — podcasting.  What is it, and how can it be used to extend your classroom to absent students, alumni, and parents?  Learn about how to cheaply record your own podcasts and get them loaded to your school's web server or post free on podcast servers.    (1.5 hours)

 

How to Open a Cisco Academy at Your School:  This presentation is designed to familiarize your school staff with the benefits of teaching the Cisco Networking Academy curriculum at your school. Students learn how to build computers, install operating systems, and troubleshoot when problems arise. Learn how Cisco courses prepare students to participate in today's "digital economy." (1 hour)