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E-Learning Webcasts

UNRI scientists provide online educational presentations on timely topics and current research and development initiatives. These webcasts can be joined from the convenience of your own desk, via the internet and a telephone. You simply log into the UNRI web cast web site for the visual component of the presentation, and then call the toll-free telephone number to participate in the audio portion of the call.

Webcast Archives & Support Resources

All UNRI Informational Webcasts are digitally recorded and are available for replay, and support resources on each webcast topic are provided for your use. Click on the image on the left to access the archives, including the video playback and supporting documents and links.

Upcoming Webcast

Wednesday, October 15, 2008 11:00 AM (Eastern)

“New Tools for Management: The Electronic Tree Risk Assessment Calculator (E-TRAC) with Donna M. Murphy, USDA Forest Service, Northeastern Area.
This informational webcast will examine the use of surveys and public input in understanding the value of urban forests to the public and governing officials. The presentation will cite recent examples of research work done in Missouri, and will outline the value of utilizing these tools as models which can be used in many urbanized settings.

October 15th Internet Log-in and Telephone Dial-up Details

  • Telephone dial-up: Call Toll-Free Number: 1-888-566-6181
  • Audience Passcode: DBLONIARZ
  • Internet login: Navigate to https://www.mymeetings.com/nc/join.php?
  • Conference Number: PG1184552
  • Audience Passcode: DBLONIARZ
  • Please note: Telephone and internet connections are available beginning 15 minutes to the start of the call.
  • Important: Please check your browser’s compatibilityprior to the webcast by clicking here and then choosing “Check Your Browser” from the NetMeeting page. You will then be ready to join the conference on the day of the presentation.
  • All webcasts last approximately 55 minutes.

2008 Webcast Schedule

You can find the list of upcoming webcasts by clicking on the image at left.