Recent Site Changes Provide an Even Better User Experience

You asked, and we listened! We've recently made updates to our site for an even better user experience. Not only have we given our site a fresh, new look, we have also worked with Google to implement a top-of-the line search. This new search functionality allows users to find the answers to their technology questions faster
and easier.

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Atomic Training Adds Extensive Training on Excel 2013

Atomic Training has expanded its online training library to now include extensive training on Microsoft­® Excel® 2013. These three additional Excel series will give users a deeper understanding of how to apply features and functions of this application to their daily lives. 


Excel 2013 – Charting Training -
This online training series will provide users knowledge of how to use Excel 2013’s charting capabilities to effectively compare data and communicate information.

Excel 2013 – Evaluating Data Training -
This series will cover how to set, control and check that the data entered into Excel 2013 is valid. Get the most out of the data validation functions.

Excel 2013 – Frequently Used Formulas & Functions Training -
From using common formulas such as SUM, AVERAGE and IF, to more complicated formulas such as NESTED IF functions, viewers will learn common uses for a variety of formulas in Excel 2013.

Along with Excel, Atomic Training has also recently added in-depth training on other Microsoft® Office® 2013 applications including PowerPoint®, Word, Access® and more. See list of recent additions.

A Message from Lisa Barnett

Lisa Barnett, CEO of Atomic Learning, the parent company of Atomic Training, wanted to take a moment to share why we do what we do.


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New Content Released: Excel 2013, FileMaker Pro 12, Computer Basics & More

Atomic Training has expanded its online training collection to include 11 new series on Microsoft® Office® 2013 series and a new FileMaker® Pro 12 series. Also included in this large content release are tutorials on computer literacy basics, xHTML and more.

Microsoft Office 2013 Additions:

• Access 2013 – Intro Training
  
• Excel 2013 – 
• Charting Training
  
• Evaluating Data Training
• Frequently Used Formulas & Functions Training
  
• PowerPoint 2013 – 
• Adding Media Training
• Animations & Transitions Training
• Shapes & SmartArt Training
• Working with Pictures Training
  
• Word 2013 –
• Mail Merge Training
• Tables & Graphics Training
• Creating Forms Training

Other Great Additions:

• Computing Literacy Basics Training 
• FileMaker Pro 12 Training
• SQL – Basics Training 
• xHTML & CSS3 Basics Training
• Moodle 2.4 – Instructor Training  
• Blackboard Learn™ 9.1 SP 12 Training

For more information on any of our new training series, or if you would like to find out how you can gain access to this content feel free to contact us.

5 Tips to Effectively Tell your Story with Video

Here are some tips on how to effect change in your organization and beyond with video. These 5 tips can help you get on your way to producing effective videos.

1) Plan ahead:
Coming up with an engaging video from being to end might be a bit overwhelming - planning ahead can save you a lot of time in the end. Start with drawing up a simple storyboard. It doesn't have to be fancy, just start scribbling some ideas of how your story will get from start to finish. Your storyboard can help you come up with a list of scenes, camera shots, and props you will need. By working through this in advanced, you and your team will have a clear picture of what you want your video to look like.


2) Don't talk above their head:
One way to lose the attention of your audience is to speak over their head. For example, don't assume everyone knows the acronym for your library or organization. Make sure to clearly spell it out first, and only after that use the acronym. This way your viewers stay engaged in your story and don't feel lost.


3) Keep it short and to the point:
You want to make sure your video has only the vital information it needs to get your story across. If your video gets too long, your audience will lose interest.


4) Make it visually interesting:
Try using multiple scenes and/or different camera angles to make your video more visually interesting. Animations and transitions can also be a great way to add visual interest, but don’t go overboard and get too flashy - that's distracting. If you are using a voice to narrate you story, keep in mind that the video should be the part telling your story, not your narrator. 


5) Utilize your video making software:
Whether you are using Windows Movie Maker or iMovie, or you're into the more advanced tools such as Premier Elements or Final Cut Pro, make sure to get the most out what your software can offer. Video production tools have a lot to offer in terms of animations, transitions, audio settings and much more. Atomic Training can help you understand the ins and outs of your video production software. This way you can make the most of your videos and your viewers can make the most of your story.

Atomic Training is busy putting together an arsenal of trainings and how-to's to maximize your use of the technology you purchase.  Learn more about how to gain access to our training on video production software applications or training on other popular software applications.

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BYOD By The Numbers

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Infographic source: http://readwrite.com/2013/03/26/intel-byod-by-the-numbers