1. University of Alabama Human Environmental Sciences Interactive Technology Joy Jones University of Alabama Alumni, 2011 Created 2012

2. Content Representation Of My Skills Camtasia PowerPoint Focus HES Graduate Program Defined Tips For Success

3. HES – Interactive Technology Human Environmental Sciences Specialization in Interactive Technology The courses focus on methods of designing, selecting, and coordinating electronic messages, products, services, systems, digital environments and software for use in organizations. Learning activities focus on how organizations and individuals interact with technology and the resulting changes associated with the emerging knowledge workplace. - Program Overview – MS Specialization in Interactive Technology http://bamabydistance.ua.edu/degrees/ms-in-hes-with-a-specialization-in-interactive-technology-online/prospective-students/

4. Exposure, Part 1 Interactive Technology Camtasia Snag-It WordPress Twitter Facebook Skype Wiki E-Learning LMS Blackboard E-Reader Learning Styles Tutorial Project Management Evaluation Needs Assessment Risk Assessment Plan of Action

5. Exposure, Part 2 Research & Development Surveys Data Analysis Report Generation Trends Communication & Technology Limitations Opportunities Societal Acceptance Societal Change Collaborative Environment Group Projects Group Papers Student Discussions Be a Mentor Be Mentored

6. Reward it is rewarding to stay on the cutting edge of technology and to learn how we as a society communicate using interactive technology

7. Program Tips Valuable Information To Help You Succeed Dont Procrastinate Stay Focused Communicate Be Flexible Stay Connected Good To Know

8. Dont Procrastinate The Quality Of Your Work Is Dependent On The Development Of Your Skills Last minute work shows little effort professors will call you out on the subpar work It Is Not Difficult To Get Behind In The Classes Large amounts of independent reading and research Up to you to stay on track Procrastination Causes Stress So why do it?

9. Stay Focused Smart Phone: Alarm and Calendar Google Calendar Hard Copy Calendar: Old School Way! Class Wiki

10. Keep an Open Line of Communication Discuss Assignments Call, Text, IM, Email, Tweet, Video Conference Comment on the wiki Show Support Collaborate With Peers Reach Out To The Professors Falling behind in an assignment Personal issues The professors want students to reach their potential and goals. They will work with the students until the students have it right! Communicate

11. Be Flexible Assignments & Announcements Are In Various Places Twitter, Blackboard, Blog, Wiki, Class Update Letters Material Format Differs With Each Professor & By Semester Classes are developed as technology changes Students career paths and interests Collaborate With Team At A Designated Time Rare Differing time zones

12. Stay Connected Newbie Wiki Opportunity to get acquainted with peers Post information about yourself General Program Updates & Resources Knowledge Sharing Become a Guide Become a Mentor Facebook Interactive Technology http://www.facebook.com/groups/ua.interactivetechnology/

13. Good to Know Cite sources in APA format UA Writing center offers tutoring through email Become familiar with the on-line library Macintosh computers are not supported at this time, 2012 Learn from not only the professors but from peers as well Peer reviewing is a big part of this program Introduced to new material that maybe out of a comfort zone Develop and strengthen your skills Builds analysis skills

14. HES – Interactive Technology www.bamabydistance.ua.edu Degrees / MS in HES with a specialization in Interactive Technology Interested in speaking with me? email: jejones.professional@gmail.comjejones.professional@gmail.com E-Portfolio www.jonesonthego.com Conclusion