1. “Working Together” through Webinars
Webinars, Online Platforms & JETAA
Special Thanks to:
Brenda A. McKinney,
JETAANY Vice President

2. What is a Webinar?
WEBINAR is short-hand for web-based seminar. Webinars can be a presentation, discussion, or product demo that is transmitted online using web conferencing software in real-time. Unlike webcasts, where the information is shared one-way, webinars allow for interaction with the audience. Often, webinar software also allows sharing of additional assets, including screen sharing, video, and file transfers.

3. Why Webinars for JETAA? Location flexible. Format flexible.
Travel and time
Inter-chapter events, sub-chapters
Format flexible.
Can be recorded, shared, archived, repurposed (think Youtube & Slideshare). 
Speakers, Trainings, Meetings
Engaging Formats & Power to grab attention of audience
Embed links and Resources
Users can follow along if you provide links to examples

4. How do you create a Webinar?
1. Choose a platform
Questions:
Budget?
Features (allow surveys?, etc)
How many attendees does it allow?
Can you record?
How long does a subscription last?
Options
Google+ Hangouts: Free video and chat features, can record and stream directly to YouTube.
Skype: Free, can share files and invite up to 25 people for a video conference. (USJETAA)
Webex: This product from Cisco starts at $24 per month. It comes with polls, register tracking, and chat. (USJETAA)
GoToWebinar: We use this for SEJ and have experienced a few bug issues. However, the customer service is fantastic, so I still recommend them. Features include polls, HD recording, and attendee registration. Plans start at $89 per month.
Adobe Connect: Offices might have subscription (JETAADC)
Blue Jeans: Free trial option but expensive after that (JETAADC)
Facebook Live (JETAANC)

5. How do you create a Webinar?
2. Logistics
Timeframe (lunch hour?)
Far enough out to plan and promote, send reminders
POCs for project, PR, and logistics
Sound and video considerations
Borrow or invest in a Tripod & microphone-attachment
Identifying the appropriate setting to host
If speakers, do you need a release to record?
3. Choose Topics
Poll Board or Members, Search Facebook Analytics,

6. How do you create a Webinar?
4. Format
Single Expert Presenter
Dual Presenters
Panel: Just like a live panel
Moderated Session
Q&A
A Mix of Formats
5. Test your webinar!
Tip: Do a practice session in advance
Practice
Verify wifi and equipment
”Arrive” early
Have a support team

7. Examples: JETAA Webinars in Action
USJETAA Webinar Series on the “JETAA Toolbox”
JETAADC Webinars on 1) USAJOBS / OPM & 2) Professional Development, bi-monthly meeting via Skype
JETAANC Facebook Live Volunteer Event

8. Example Highlight: USJETAA’s Inaugural Webinar Series - “JETAA Toolbox “
USJETAA planned a series of events:
• Mon, March 6, 2017 – “Engaging a Broader Membership Base”
• Wed, March 8, 2017 – “Effective Program Implementation”
• Mon, March 13, 2017 – “Obtaining 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Status”
All Programs ran from 1:30 – 2:30 pm EST
All Programs had Speakers, Membership Session speakers were:
Kyle Munn, JETAA Southeast, Shiga,
Jessyca Livington, JETAA Rocky Mountain, Hokkaido,
Adam Lisbon, JETAA Rocky Mountain, Kobe,
Facebook Invitation: “Please join USJETAA and the JET alumni community for an interactive webinar series, the JETAA Toolbox! The first three webinars will focus on engaging members, effective programs and the pros and cons of obtaining 501(c)(3) nonprofit status. Panelist will present their experience and suggestions, with ample time for Q&A. ”
Free Registration through Cisco WebEx, sent confirmation
Planned as series, funding from The Japan Foundation Center for Global Partnership (CGP) and CLAIR.

9. Thank you!