1. Webinar for offshore students using Blackboard Collaborate Lou Connell

2. Objective: To provide library services to offshore students, in particular Referencing classes in real time.

3. What does Blackboard Collaborate Offer It is integrated within our LMS Technology to connect offshore Recording Web, Video, Voice The platform offers opportunities for collaboration with other units- the class will be designed in consultation with Shem McDonald (Academic Support & Development).

4. What does Blackboard Collaborate Offer Students have learning opportunities in terms of participating in the class, and after the class. They can chat, text and listen. Students build confidence through the class They make links through to other services in the library and student academic support The Referencing skills links remain on the site

5. What does Blackboard Collaborate Offer The real time session is similar to those offered onshore Connects and engages the student with VU Learning opportunities with a new platform for Library staff

6. Lesson Plan The How to Reference Lesson Plan for the BMO1101 students will be designed with Shem Mcdonald It will include activities and discussions.