Best of the Web - Brief Article

Training & Development, May, 2000 by Donna J. Abernathy

My.PlaceWare.com

my.placeware.com

Here's a free, online Web conferencing service for trainers and collaborators. With My.PlaceWare, you can register to use the system, specify meeting details, enter conference-call information, and invite attendees, all in several dialogue boxes. You can also upload slides or images to share with other participants. Web browser and phone required.

Netscape HR Tools

netscape.com/netcenter/smallbusiness/humanresources/morehr.html

Netscape's HR Tools page offers content on worker compensation, benefits, employee management, hiring, firing, recruiting, and worker safety. There's also industry-specific information for HR staff in health care, insurance, telecommunications, banking, finance, and pharmaceuticals.

OfficeClick.com

officeclick.com

OfficeClick.com is presented as a portal for administrative professionals, but.[ldots] At this site, you can track packages, look up zip codes, check cheap flights, and order presentation supplies. And who doesn't need a one-stop online shop for that? You have to register to use the bonus features, such as the automatictally lunch poll--You guys want pastrami sandwiches or spinach quiche for that Tuesday meeting?

Presentations.com

presentations.com

This is the wired home of Bill Communications's Presentations magazine, and it's all about getting your message across. You'll find three main content tabs on the splash page: creating, delivering, and technology. The site also offers IT news, tools, and links to some vital training-industry Websites.

ScheduleEarth.com

scheduleearth.com

Here's a personal and professional development portal for busy trainers. This site provides information on upcoming seminars, conferences, trade shows, and continuing education courses. Event categories include training, computers and technology, human resources, quality, and management. And if you want to get the word out about your own event or conference, you can add it to the list for free.

Tech Republic

techrepublic.com

This site is for the information technologist in all of us. IT training, career, and current events are some of the topics found here. Like many portals, you can customize its look and features by registering. And there are scads of e-newsletters to sign up for, including TrainingRepublic NetNote, IT Trainer Digest, and Gizmo News.

Training Media Review

tmreview.com

This user-friendly site is a godsend to trainers, HR staff, and others who must evaluate, purchase, and use such business training products as videos, CBT, and online courses. The site, a companion to its print version, offers selected product reviews, an opt-in newsletter, tips, and tools. On-line subscribers receive access to additional online content.

University Access

Disabilities Resources

www.universityaccess.com/admin/disabilities

University Access offers resources supporting the distance learning needs of persons with disabilities. On tap: information regarding legislation, research, advocacy, media accessibility, and resource organizations.