One of the computers was hooked up to an overhead projector. On-site visits included consultation with the trainer about installation and technical connection issues as well as software training. The previous skills learned were reviewed and the training added the ability to transfer files, manage information and set-up the software to visit conferences. Once on-line the trainer has continued to monitor the conference with facilitator privileges. This has been invaluable to the conference facilitator and the users alike.
Regular tips appear on how to post, transfer text, send, and build and organize text.
By having a knowledgeable user in the conference other users are able to rely on the conference as a place to seek information and learn. Users are now able to share with each other their skills and knowledge in an effective way and in a way which is not limited to time and place. Each partner made individual choices about computer assignment, location, and the number of users. The average monthly costs for on-line time are approximately twenty dollars per user. The use of off line-reader software has helped to keep costs to a minimum.