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WebJunction's Live Space

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OCLC welcomes 202 Taiwan libraries to OCLC cooperative

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Live Space is WebJunction's web conferencing service for libraries. The service combines an easy to use yet robust technology with the training and support that will allow you to use it successfully. Through the power of collective purchasing, the service can be offered at a price that libraries can afford.

Live Space Offers Unique Services
  Unlimited seats for every organization
  A clean, easy-to-use interface
  Expert training in system administration and online facilitation
  Comprehensive, 24/7 technical support
  A starter package containing user guides, two headsets with microphones, and The Synchronous Trainer's Survival Guide.

The Live Space System
Live Space uses Horizon Wimba's Live Classroom - an accessible, cross-platform, virtual classroom and meeting space featuring:
  Voice over IP with an integrated telephone bridge option

  A clean, easy-to-use interface
  Small or no download (requires users to have Java)
  Public and private text chat
  Polling and Quizzing
  Desktop sharing that includes remote control capability
  eBoard sharing with full annotation tools
  Breakout rooms
  Session recording that captures all activity, including public chat
  Section 508 compliant with closed captioning and screen reader accessibility

What it Costs
For the first year, only a limited number of Live Space Partners can be accepted on a first come/first served basis. A one year of unlimited access subscription costs USD2,000 per organization.

Questions or to Sign Up
Official sign-ups began in mid-January. If you wish to reserve a spot on the list before then, or have any questions about this service, please fill out the mail on the WebJunction website.