2. 2013 RI CONVENTION
WORKSHOP AGENDA
• What is a webinar, and what are the
benefits?
• Ways to use webinars
• Designing effective webinars
• Webinar platforms and tools
• Best practices
• Q&A
8. 2013 RI CONVENTION
• Short for web-based seminar, a
presentation, lecture, workshop or
seminar that is transmitted over the web.
• A key feature of a webinar is its interactive
elements -- the ability to give, receive and
discuss information.
• Both audio and visual components
WHAT IS A WEBINAR?
16. 2013 RI CONVENTION
• Sign in to the webinar at 5-10 minutes early
for attendees
• Make sure your internet connection is the
best possible. Wired is preferable to wireless.
• Close all other computer applications
• Turn off other devices in the room and ensure
your surroundings are as quiet as possible
BEST PRACTICES FOR WEBINAR PARTICIPANTS
17. 2013 RI CONVENTION
• Use a land line telephone for best sound
quality. Be sure to use your audio PIN.
• If you are using your computer’s audio to
listen to the webinar, use a USB headset
• If you are given the ability to speak by the
organizer, mute your own line when you
aren’t speaking to minimize background
noise
BEST PRACTICES FOR WEBINAR PARTICIPANTS
19. 2013 RI CONVENTION
Webinars are different to design and deliver
than face to face training.
DESIGNING WEBINARS
20. 2013 RI CONVENTION
• Outline the key messages
and main points before
preparing the slide deck
or other visuals
DESIGNING WEBINARS - BEST PRACTICES
• Start with
objectives/learning
outcomes
21. 2013 RI CONVENTION
• Think about how to break up the Webinar
and create interactivity moments every 5 –
7 minutes
– Asking direct questions and getting
written response or verbal response
– Polls or surveys
– Create time to answer written questions from
audience
– Verbal interaction appropriate?
DESIGNING WEBINARS - BEST PRACTICES
22. 2013 RI CONVENTION
• Begin a
Webinar with
clear directions
to the
participants
about the
interface works
and show the
graphics.
DESIGNING WEBINARS - BEST PRACTICES
42. 2013 RI CONVENTION
• Know your audience
• Market, Market, Market
• Staffing appropriately
• Start the webinar with a ‘check-in’
BEST PRACTICES FOR WEBINAR HOSTS
43. 2013 RI CONVENTION
• Sign in to the webinar at least 30 minutes
before the start of the webinar (organizer),
• Practice makes perfect
• Have a plan B ready in case of technical
difficulties
BEST PRACTICES FOR WEBINAR HOSTS
