Training & Development

Training Video - APIs 101 - 2 part video

aaron.rolka — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 20:16:30 GMT

Check out ThePort's introduction to APIs and how they are utilized.

Part 1 covers basic definitions, uses, and commonly used examples on the internet. Also included is a look at ThePort's online API resources.

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Training Video - External Feed Injection Feature (ie: comm members can gain points for Tweets) - 5 part video inside

aaron.rolka — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 20:08:28 GMT

Part 1 - Intro & Administrative Setup

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Training Video - General Product Overview

aaron.rolka — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 20:04:56 GMT

Please view a general walk-through of ThePort's main Social Engine product. This is very introductory. It is a longer, 12 min video.

We are exploring ways to incorporate videos here at community.theport.com with more comprehensive viewing features (clickable Table of Contents, better forward/rewind capability, etc).

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Training Video - Photos 2.0

aaron.rolka — Fri, 10 Dec 2010 19:10:08 GMT

Our newest video covering upload and management functionality of our recently updated Photos 2.0 platform is here!

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dqo5EF0iz2I

Training Video - Blogs 2.0

aaron.rolka — Tue, 30 Nov 2010 16:19:42 GMT

Hello all,

Our latest training video covering our Blogs 2.0 platform is up and running. Give it a look!

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mNsLQDRppPw

Sharing videos with your community

aaron.rolka — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 18:39:09 GMT

Please feel free to share any training videos with your community.

Each video has it's direct Youtube link below it that you can embed within a Discussion topic by utilizing the "Add a Video" button in the WYSIWYG editor.

Just make sure that it is relevant to your users. The videos are created with you (admins) in mind and some definitely contain backend admin content that would make little sense to them.

The Discussions 101 and Reply by Email videos would likely work well, but the Discussions Setup & Mgmt, for example, would not.

Thanks.

Online Training Resources

aaron.rolka — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 20:34:55 GMT

Here's a good starting point for some great online resources related to Training. Feel free to post ones that you have found useful.

Training the Trainer Class Providers:

General Training Sites:

Learning Management Systems (Quizzing):

Icebreakers, Games, & Other Materials:

Training Video - Discussions: Content Moderation

aaron.rolka — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 20:07:51 GMT

Take a look to learn about administrative moderation options in Discussions. They are easier than ever!

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Embed link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=44YoeKiBn3c

Training Video - Discussions: Reply by Email Feature

aaron.rolka — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 20:06:01 GMT

Check out this walkthrough on one of Discussions greatest features; the ability to follow and reply to topics via email.

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Embed link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_QgPFoCpzk

Training Video - Discussions 101

aaron.rolka — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 20:04:09 GMT

This video details the user experience in Discussions, particularly how to view, create, and reply to topics.

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Embed link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q6s6cScGvAs

Training Video - Discussions Setup & Management

aaron.rolka — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 19:56:34 GMT

This training video outlines administrative functionality of Discussions, including initial setup.

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Embed link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ov9WJ9mtHKs

Training Video - WYSIWYG Editing Tool

aaron.rolka — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 19:46:37 GMT

Check out this training video detailing how to best utilize our WYSIWYG editor. This is used to create text at several places throughout ThePort communities including in blogs and Discussions.

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Embed link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zBv8W5ATtOI

Training Q&A

aaron.rolka — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 19:40:16 GMT

Please utilize this topic to ask any and all questions related to training...

Need ideas on how to build a training program from the ground up?
Like to hear about evaluation methods for current programs/sessions?
Does your current training need a breathe of fresh air? Is it not varied enough?
Want to know good icebreaker or activity ideas?
Curious about adult learning theories/principles?

Fire away!

Welcome!

aaron.rolka — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 19:34:45 GMT

Hello all,

Welcome to the brand new Training & Development Group! This is definitely a work in progress and will evolve over time, but I'd like to kickstart this Discussions area.

As ThePort's Training Manager, I'd love to hear any and all feedback you all have in all aspects of training. Particularly, what resources you would like to see in community.theport.com.

The Discussions area will play host to animated training videos, documents, feedback, etc.

Please check out the topics in this Discussion area to join in.

Thank you,
Aaron Rolka