Webinars
Is this Online Learning Tool Right for You?
Joaquin Garcia
Have you ever considered attending a CPE seminar from the comforts of your desk? Did you know that the ASCPA offers Webinars to its members? In an ongoing effort to deliver quality CPE to its members, via the latest technology tools, the ASCPA is proud to offer Webinars.
So just what is a Webinar? A Webinar is an educational seminar that is accessed over the Internet similar to a Webcast. However, in contrast to a Webcast, which is transmission of information in one direction only, a Webinar is designed to be interactive between the presenter and audience. The presenter will use a powerpoint presentation that the participant will see on their computer making the Webinar “live” in the sense that the presentation has a start and end time. The presenter will speak through a teleconference, while their powerpoint presentation is shown in the participant’s Web browser. The audience can respond to the teleconference at the end of the presentation.
So how do I log in to a Webinar? Upon registering for the Webinar, participants will receive a confirmation email with login instructions. The login process is fairly easy. Up to 15 minutes prior to the designated time, participants can click the link provided in the confirmation email to log on to the Webinar. The user will also use a telephone line to dial into an 800 number that is provided to access the audio portion of the presentation. At the end of the presentation, the presenter will usually open up the phone lines to answer any questions that participants may have. Following are some quick facts about Webinars.
Webinars at-a-glance:
What is a Webinar? A Webinar is a Web-driven workshop.
Benefits of a Webinar vs. a Live Seminar: Live seminars continue to be the premier way to learn; however, as training budgets are reduced, it makes sense to offer an alternative method for professional development. Webinars do not try to replace live seminars, but rather utilize the characteristics of the Internet to allow participants who couldn’t normally attend CPE seminars the chance to participate wherever they reside.
How do you Participate? Participants that register for a Webinar will receive a confirmation email that will contain the log in instructions. Upon receiving the instructions, the user can login, via the provided link, to the Webinar at the designated time. The user will also dial into an 800 number that is provided to access the audio portion of the presentation.
Do I Need Special Equipment or Software? No. All you need is a computer with a recent Web browser and a connection to the Internet. Since the software uses a pop-up window to display the presentation, you will need to disable your pop-up blocker (if applicable) and you are ready to go.
Do I receive CPE? Yes, The ASCPA offers CPE credit for Webinars.
Listed below are a few upcoming Webinars. Please be sure to go to /events/viewnews.aspx?id=82 to view a complete listing of the Webinars. If you have any questions, please do no hesitate to contact the ASCPA. — Joaquin Garcia
ASCPA Webinars
Webinar Topic: What Accountants Should Know about Business Litigation Claims, Defenses, Procedures and Damages
Date: October 25
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Webinar Topic: How to Present Online
Date: October 27
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Webinar Topic: Board Member Roles and Responsibilities
Date: November 8
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Webinar: Audit Planning — Back to the Basics
Date: November 10
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Webinar Topic: e-Filing & e-Services
Date: November 17
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Webinar Topic: Economic Session: A look at Today’s
Economics
Date: December TBD
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