The Technology Topics Brown Bag Series Past Sessions
Fall 2011
Capture, Organize, and Communicate Your Ideas Clearly and Efficiently with MindManager! presented by Derek Kiernan-Johnson, Paul Ohm, and Harry Surden and moderated by Doris Cheung
The Law School is participating in its third (and final) year of a pilot project that gives all faculty, staff, and students access to MindManager.
What is MindManager? It’s a powerful software tool that can help make your life easier, or at least make your work more productive. How? By visually arranging your ideas and their relationships to one another (i.e., mind mapping or concept mapping), you are essentially working in the same way that your brain processes information. Watch the ideas flow and your productivity grow!
Highlights from the brown bag:
- Paul Ohm gave a brief summary of the MindManager pilot program and the number of license keys issued to faculty, staff, and students to date.
- Paul also demonstrated how he uses mind mapping to facilitate teaching and learning in his Intellectual Property course and shared several reasons why he prefers using MindManager over other presentation tools such as PowerPoint and Prezi.
- Harry Surden described how he uses MindManager to organize his research and scholarship. He finds that mind mapping allows him to brainstorm and develop ideas for his writing projects more easily, and MindManager's filtering tools help him focus in on specific areas and topics.
- Derek Kiernan-Johnson explained how he leverages MindManager to track and prioritize weekly projects and tasks. He also uses MindManager to plan, facilitate, and follow up on committee meetings.
If you're interested in trying MindManager, please email Chris Bell (for staff) or Doris Cheung (for faculty) to request a license key and instructions for downloading the software.
Recipe: Peanut Butter Toffee Cheesecake Brownies
NOTE: To follow along with the MindMaps we recommend you watch this video in HD and fullscreen mode.
Summer 2011
Outlook 2010 & 2011: CULink to Exchange Tips with LeCarla Gilmere
If you've migrated to Exchange and Outlook 2010 (for PCs) or 2011 (for Macs) or plan to in the near future, please join us for this Technology Topics Brown Bag.
LeCarla Gilmere of ITS' IT Strategic Communications, Outreach, and Documentation, will be here to show you some basic tips and tricks on using Outlook 2010/2011 with Exchange, the campus e-mail solution that is replacing CULink.
Links: Outlook Basics Tutorial
Outlook 2010 (PC) Quick Reference Guide
Recipes: Kitchen Sink Cookies
Spring 2011
Roundtable: Personal Productivity Approaches moderated by Chris Bell
How do people who seem to get a lot done get things done?
Please come to a very casual brown bag roundtable discussion where law School folks will compare the apps, systems, and approaches they use.
This upcoming event came about as a result of a lingering conversation at Tuesday's excellent "iPad: Tool or Toy?" panel discussion. The after-session discussion had words like Evernote, OmniFocus, Getting Things Done, note pad, to do lists, and Outlook, but questions came up about how folks used these apps and approaches. Some folks offered to share their approach, so come listen and share your secrets to personal productivity!
The iPad: Tool or Toy? Panel Discussion with Miranda Fleischer, Victor Fleischer, Scott Peppet, Harry Surden, and Mimi Wesson and moderated by Doris Cheung
Apple took the world by storm when it introduced the iPad a year ago. With the recent launch of the iPad 2, perhaps you're wondering once again what the hype is all about and whether it has legitimate uses in, say, education.
Come learn from an all-star panel of faculty members as they discuss how they're using the iPad/iPad 2 and the discoveries they've made as early adopters. We'll also compare the iPad/iPad 2 to the Android and MacBook air and open the floor for questions from the audience
Recipe: Chocolate Streusel Bars
Fall 2010
Safe Computing with Just a Few Clicks of a Button with Chris Bell and Doris Cheung
If you could protect yourself and your computer in just a click or two, why wouldn't you?
Take advantage of a free, easy-to-use service that lets you safely surf the Internet while protecting your online identity. You can also securely access your work outside of the Law School—whether you're working from home, away on business, snowed in, etc.
In just 30 minutes, learn when and how to use the CUVPN—it's the smart thing to do! We'll have two back-to-back sessions this week, so come to one or both! If you can't make either, another two sessions will be offered next week.
Link: CU Virtual Private Network (VPN) Download Information
Recipes: Fudge Brownies with Peppermint Frosting
Chewy Ginger Cookies (3 varieties: plain, with dried cranberries and white chips, and chocolate chips)
Summer 2010
Get Ahead of the Curve with Windows 7 and Office 2010 with S Lawrence-Simon and Tim Cowan, IT Training
Upgrade to Windows 7 and Office 2010 this summer so you can experience greater productivity and get ahead of the curve before fall semester hits. (Note this upgrade only applies to those on university-owned Windows machines.)
We’re offering four Technology Topics Brown Bags throughout the summer and into the fall to help you become familiar with Windows 7 and Office 2010.
The Brown Bags will cover similar content, so you can pick and choose which is most convenient for you. You can choose to attend one or multiple sessions—get an introduction now and, if you wish, come back for a review when you’re close to upgrading.
You’ll get to see live demos and learn about helpful tips, tricks, and valuable resources while enjoying a tasty mid-morning snack. Fall semester is right around the corner, so please consider joining us if your calendar is more open/flexible this time of year.
Link: Get Ahead of the Curve presentation
Recipes: French Breakfast Puffs
Fall 2009
Making the Switch from Office 2003 to 2007 with Tim Cowan, IT Training
Last call to attend our Making the Switch from Microsoft Office 2003 to 2007 Technology Topics Brown Bag! If you weren’t able to attend last year, please mark your calendars.
Whether you've recently installed Office 2007 on your computer or plan to do so in the near future, come pick up some valuable tips and tricks to ensure a smoother transition for yourself. You'll get an overview of MS Office 2007 and learn about the new “Fluent Interface” including the new Ribbons which replaces the toolbars from previous versions of Office. Plus, you'll also get a chance to try out CUClickers at this interactive brown bag.
Link: Making the Switch presentation
Recipe: Great Pumpkin Cookies
E-mail Management and Triage with Sean Myers, Messaging Service Escalation
Are you overwhelmed by your inbox? Is checking and replying to e-mail hampering your productivity? Without a way to organize your mailbox, it can be easy to forget about important deadlines, not reply to time-sensitive messages, or appropriately communicate your availability. Come learn effective e-mail management and communication techniques that will help you take control of your inbox so you can finally get ahead.
Links:
- E-mail Management presentation
- Inbox Zero with Microsoft Outlook 2007
- Inbox Zero with Apple's Mail.app
- Inbox Zero with Microsoft Entourage 2008
Recipe: Chocolate Crumb Bars
Spring 2009
Making the Switch from Office 2003 to 2007 with Christopher Greiter, IT Faculty and Staff Trainer
If you weren’t able to attend last semester’s Technology Topics Brown Bag Making the Switch from Microsoft Office 2003 to 2007, you’re in luck! We’ll be offering an encore presentation along with a status update of the university-wide license.
You’ll get an overview from Christopher Greiter, ITS Faculty and Staff Training, on what’s new and pick up some tips and tricks for effectively transitioning to MS Office 2007. You’ll also be able to check out the new “Fluent Interface” including the new Ribbons which replaces the toolbars from previous versions of Office.
If you’re already using Office 2007, we’d love to have you join us to share your two cents.
*BONUS*: We will be using CUClickers at this interactive brown bag, so if you have yet to see them in action, you’ll get a chance to try them firsthand.
Link: Making the Switch presentation
Recipe: Strawberry Streusel Bars
Fall 2008
What's All the Fuss About Clickers? with Noah Finkelstein, Associate Professor of Physics at CU-Boulder and recipient of the 2007 Excellence in Teaching Award
Adoption of personal response systems (clickers) by faculty has spread campus-wide here at CU-Boulder from one introductory physics course in 2001 to 19 departments, 80 courses, and over 10,000 students in 2007.
Why are clickers being used, and how can they be used to teach law students?
- In this interactive brown bag, you’ll get to experience using clickers firsthand.
- Find out how this technology can engage students and help improve learning.
- Participate in a discussion of both the theory and practice of effective clicker use.
- Learn about CUClickers at CULaw.
- All of the above.
Links:
- What's All the Fuss About Clickers? presentation
- Ways to Enhance Learning in the Classroom
- Taking Back the Law School Classroom: Using Technology to Foster Active Student Learning, Caron & Gely
- Another Cheer for Clicker Technology, PrawfsBlawg
- Gaming in the Law School Classroom, Concurring Opinions
- Clickers: The Conversation Continues, Millenial Law Prof
Recipe: Nestle Tollhouse Chocolate Chip Cookies
Making the Switch from Office 2003 to 2007 with Christopher Greiter, IT Faculty and Staff Trainer
A university-wide license for Microsoft Office 2007 is in the works, so the Law IT group would like to help you prepare for the transition to take place this academic year. Early adopters will be able to seize the opportunity once the license is secured while everyone else can elect to wait until next summer. Christopher Greiter from ITS Faculty and Staff Training will be here to present an overview of what’s new and share some tips and tricks on effectively transitioning to MS Office 2007. He will talk about the new “Fluent Interface” including the new Ribbons (replacement for toolbars) and ways to make the transition easier.
The presentation will be one hour long with time for general questions. ITS will be available for an additional half-hour to answer individual questions you may have.Link: Making the Switch presentation
Recipe: Apple Streusel Cheesecake Bars
Spring 2008
Who's Got Your Back? What You Don't Know About Office Ergonomics Could Be a Pain in the Neck with Craig Chasen, CEES
Over time, working at a computer can cause repetitive strain injury (RSI) such as carpal tunnel syndrome and tendonitis. If your computer set up and work environment aren’t optimally configured for you, you may have developed posture habits that could lead to painful (and expensive) musculoskeletal disorders. Craig Chasen, founder of The Chasen Group with extensive experience in evaluating workplace ergonomics, will be here to help us learn about ergonomics, how to achieve a more comfortable fit in our workspaces, and good habits that can minimize the potential for RSI.
Links:
Fall 2007
Graphic Design for Non-Designers with Dave Underwood, Manager, ITS Digital Media Service Center
So you've been charged with designing that poster for next spring's regional conference. You have the text, some pictures, about a hundred million fonts and colors, and... absolutely no idea of what to do next. If you've ever sat in front of a blank screen attempting to design a poster, brochure, web page, or Powerpoint background, this Brown Bag presentation may be just what you need to get started. Good design is, like so many other things, nothing more than the thoughtful application of tricks, techniques, and short-cuts to a given project. Dave Underwood of ITS Media Services has worked as a designer here on the Boulder campus for almost twenty years, and during that time has stared at more than his fair share of blank screens, waiting for that "click." Now he's anxious to share his favorite design recipes with others. Come join us and pick up some cool tips and tricks from a vet!
Recipe: Chewy Cocoa Brownies
Research 2.0: Exciting Changes in the Law Library's Catalog and Access to Databases with Jane Thompson
Add more tools to your research toolbox (and sharpen the ones you already have) by attending the next Technology Topics Brown Bag: Research, version 2.0: Exciting Changes in the Law Library’s Catalog and Access to Databases. Our very own Jane Thompson will cover recent enhancements to LAWPAC catalog displays and search technology, major changes in off-site access to databases, and a brief look at the numerous research and current awareness databases purchased by the Library in the past year. Be there or be square!
Link: Research 2.0 presentation
Recipe: White Chip Orange Cookies
What's New with Westlaw Research? with Jeff Brandimarte, Westlaw Representative
Jane Thompson and our Westlaw academic representative, Jeff Brandimarte, will be hosting a Westlaw update session with lunch provided by Westlaw. Topics to be covered include Model Document Databases; 50 State Surveys; New Practitioner Tabs; Limiting news searches using SmartTerms techology, word count, and date restrictions; New Content Added To ResultsPlus: Litigation History Reports; Case Evaluator Reports, Changes to the Key Number System for these topics: Constitutional Law and Indian Law; Term Frequency…Now Available for Cases; and "Sneak peek" at Black's Law Dictionary Plus. Note: TWEN enhancements will be covered as a separate Technology Brown Bag in the spring. Jeff will answer any questions you have about Westlaw content or search strategies, and he will discuss the latest developments with Westlaw research.
Raise Your Works to New Heights Using Digital Media with Dave Underwood, Manager, ITS Digital Media Service Center
Have you ever wanted to seamlessly incorporate movie or television clips into your presentations? Are you interested in learning new ways to make your classroom lectures more captivating? Would you like help with preparing and optimizing images for your next journal article? Then please join us for the launch of the 2007-2008 Technology Topics Brown Bag Series, and learn how you can make your “I’d really like to’s” a reality with the ITS Digital Media Service Center--THE primary campus resource for helping faculty incorporate digital media into their work. The ITS DMS office provides a continuum of scalable assistance from do-it-yourself to full-service. Dave Underwood, the facility manager, will give us an overview of the broad range of available services and assistance: Illustrations and design for the web, print, and PowerPoint; scans from flat art, 35mm slides, and overhead transparencies; DVDs for classroom presentations; Photoshop enhancements of digital images.
Recipe: Pecan Pie Bars
Spring 2007
Introduction to Microsoft Access with Chris Bell
Access is Microsoft's easy-yet-powerful database management system that can help you track and report information. In this one-hour overview, Chris will discuss how Access compares with Excel and when to use each. We will also look at database design and define database terms such as queries, forms, and reports. if you've ever wondered what you're missing, this session is for you.
Recipe: Oatmeal Sour Cream Raisin Bars
Why Use Videoconferencing? with Scott Peppet & Mimi Wesson
The Wolf Law Building has videoconferencing capabilities, but so what? Please join Scott and Mimi as they share their knowledge and experiences with using this technology by way of a videoconference demonstration. Hear them discuss how they’ve been able to benefit from its use, and learn how you can too.
Link: Top Ten Reasons to Use Videoconferencing
Recipe: Chocolate Raspberry Bars
Increase Your Scholarship Productivity with Automatic Citation Software with Mike Boucher
Planning to work on that article or manuscript this summer? will you be assisting someone with his/her legal writing? Make it easier on yoruself with Citrus™ citation software. It works with Microsoft Word to "automatically generate and manage citations as you type". Come see a demo presented by Citrus developer Mike Boucher and learn how this tool can enable you to spend more time writing and less time referencing the Bluebook.
Link: Citrus website
Using Mind Mapping Software for Research and in the Classroom with Paul Ohm
MindManager® is a software application that can enable you to conceptualize and organize your work and collaborate with others more effectively. Explore the possibilities, and find out how Paul is using this visual tool to help him with his research and teaching.
Links:
- MindManager presentation
- MindMap: A Gentle Introduction to Mindmapping
- Example 1: Analog Hole Article
- Example 2: Class Lecture
- Example 3: Sample To Do List
Recipe: Peanut Butter Bars
Blogging: The Pros & Cons with Victor Fleischer
What's blogging, and what's it all about it? Settle your curiosity at this enlightening session with Vic as he discusses blogging and its purposes as well as the advantages and disadvantages.
Links:
Recipe: Oatmeal Carmelitas
