NEW for 2009

Web Site Sessions

Managing your Web Site with Extend 101:
Who, What, When, Where and How to use Extend
Discover how to set up and administer your Extend Web site. This class will cover:
  • Getting acquainted with Extend
  • Using channels
  • Using the basic HTML Editor
  • Utilizing Media Manager
  • Creating and laying out articles
Managing your Web Site with Extend 102:
More Than Just the Basics
Maximize your use of the Extend platform. This class builds on material covered in Managing your Web Site with Extend 101 and will cover:
  • Working with tables and cells
  • Using content slide shows
  • Organizing menus
  • Making CSS (Cascading Style Sheet) changes easily
Managing your Web Site with Extend 103:
The Whole Shebang
Explore the true power of Extend’s more advanced options. This class builds on material covered in Managing your Web Site with Extend 101 and 102. Existing users can step right into this class to learn more about Extend. This class covers:
  • Podcasting
  • Streaming media on your site
  • Java Scripting
  • Using Web plug-ins
  • Customizing site design
  • Making advanced CSS changes
Strategies for Communicating Online
Churches, schools, and other faith-based organizations are constantly looking for ways to share information and reach out to their communities. Explore strategies and tools for “getting the word out” using the Internet. Content will include functionality from PDS Connects and Extend. This class will cover:
  • Determining who your audience is and how to reach them
  • Publishing calendar information to your Web site
  • Publishing private information to the Internet without going public
  • Protecting people’s privacy and preventing legal problems
Web Design EXTENDed
Learn the basics for effective Web site design, including:
  • Understanding good Web design
  • Making sites more appealing and user friendly
  • Incorporating dynamic information to get people coming back
  • Communicating effectively