eXtension has established several new user communities around the following new technologies; Big Data (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Big_data), Unmanned Aerial Systems (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Unmanned_aerial_vehicle) and Wearable Technology (http://mashable.com/category/wearable-tech/). If you are interested in these technologies and the discussions occurring throughout the Cooperative Extension System as to their promise and application you may want to consider joining.
Also, a Google Apps for CES group has been organized to help people discover the potential use of Google Apps within the CES system. They will look at not only Google Apps, but examples of how they can or are being used within the CES system.
● Google Plus Community – Google Apps for CES https://plus.google.com/communities/116472147527778247836
● Blogger site – Google Apps for Cooperative Extension http://cesgoogleapps.blogspot.com/
You have the opportunity to use many of the Google Apps by signing in with your eXtensionID. In order to do that, you will need to know your eXtensionID (found in the People eXtension app – http://people.extension.org) and your password you use in eXtension. Detailed instructions can be seen on our short video eXtHelp – Using your eXtensionID to Access with Google Apps [Video] 2:31 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MpHhhnV2fGI&feature=youtu.be).
Technology 2020 Plan - Developing Milestones
With the Technology Plan now complete and having been reviewed by the Extension Leadership Team, we are in the process of developing milestones around each of the Action Plans. The milestones together will will represent a plan of work for the next 12 14 months. Action Plans include:
● Learner Centric
-- Engagement & Reach
-- Valued content and programs
-- Effective Workforce
● Innovative and adaptive infrastructure
● Accountable and Results Driven
Also, a webinar was held last week walking the audience through the Plan. If you are interested, you may view the recording at: https://connect.unl.edu/p5wbswecsl4/?launcher=false&fcsContent=true&pbMode=normal
Stay tuned!
-- Dan Cotton