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=Multimedia Workshop on Cloud Computing for Small Business Solutions=



Topic:
Cloud computing- featuring Wave Accounting.

Population:
Small business community

Learning Outcomes:

 * 1) Small business entrepreneurs will learn what cloud computing means.
 * 2) Small business entrepreneurs will learn how cloud computing can help them reduce costs.
 * 3) Small business entrepreneurs will learn how cloud computing supports mobility.
 * 4) Small business entrepreneurs will learn that cloud computing is easy to use.
 * 5) Small business entrepreneurs will learn how cloud computing can contribute to greater efficiency and productivity.
 * 6) Small business entrepreneurs will receive an introduction to using Wave Accounting online for their accounting needs.

Gap:
Participants are already aware of their need for accurate record keeping, maintaining accounts, and finacial management. I would like them to know that there is free software available to serve these needs. I am identifying the gap as lack of knowledge and the workshop will be designed to close this gap by educating the participants about this free accounting software.

[|Video Introduction for Wave Accounting Software]

Ice-breaker, warm-up activity- Please introduce yourselves
 * Agenda for Workshop **
 * __Introduction:__** 15 minutes

Short multimedia presentation introducing the concept of cloud computing: Participants will access online flashcards. Participants will play a short game. The winner will receive a surprise giveaway.
 * __Pre-training:__** 30 minutes


 * __Module 1: Information Session__ –** 10 minutes
 * 1) What is cloud computing?
 * 2) What are the benefits of using this 21st century technology?
 * 3) What are the challenges of using this 21st century technology?
 * 4) How does this technology compare to what we are using now?
 * 5) Examples of cloud technology to meet our small business needs.


 * RECESS:** 30 minutes

Field questions and mediate discussion and exchange regarding using the tools presented in the information session
 * __Discussion Time__ –** 30 minutes


 * LUNCH:** 1 hour
 * Lunch will be provided

Authentic Assessment Activity:
 * __Module 2: Practice Session__ -** 1 hour
 * Participants will watch three short tutorials.
 * Participants will form small teams of 3 in order to complete a short project to demonstrate understanding of acquired learning.
 * The activity will be assessed according to guidelines outlined in a rubric.


 * RECESS-** 30 minutes


 * __Conclude Workshop-__** 30 minutes

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 * Participants will be asked to complete an evaluation.
 * Light refreshments will be provided.