Software enables worldwide collaborative learning.
Press Release Summary:
Web-based Lotus® Virtual Classroom v1.1.2 provides organizations with collaborative tools to create and deliver engaging learning sessions. It supports just-in-time training that extends classroom-based instruction to geographically dispersed audiences. Software integrates with IBM Lotus Learning Management System, IBM Workplace Collaborative Learning, or with existing Learning Management System.
Original Press Release:
IBM Lotus Virtual Classroom V1.1.2 and IBM Lotus Combined Collaborative and Virtual Classroom bundle
Overview
IBM Lotus® Virtual Classroom V1.1.2 provides organizations with a comprehensive set of collaborative tools to create and deliver engaging learning sessions while, at the same time, reduce travel and training infrastructure costs associated with the face-to-face training. This release is an update to both the stand-alone Lotus Virtual Classroom product, sold on a per-CPU basis, and the IBM Lotus Combined Collaborative and Virtual Classroom bundle which includes Lotus Virtual Classroom, Lotus Instant Messaging and Web Conferencing, and Lotus Team Workplace and is sold on a per-user basis.
Lotus Virtual Classroom provides an easy way to:
· Deliver real-time learning to employees, customers, suppliers, and Business Partners located anywhere in the world
· Increase business responsiveness
· Reduce training costs
· Realize organizational goals
IBM Lotus Virtual Classroom is easy to install and use allowing you to realize quick return on investment with the ability to get into e-learning fast and grow to meet future requirements. As one component of the blended learning solution, IBM Lotus Virtual Classroom integrates with IBM Lotus Learning Management System, IBM Workplace Collaborative Learning, or with your existing Learning Management System to protect your current investments.
The IBM Lotus Combined Collaborative and Virtual Classroom bundle extends the collaborative capabilities of the Lotus Virtual Classroom by adding the features of Lotus Instant Messaging and Web Conferencing and Lotus Team Workplace. Together as a suite, these products provide support for the full range of collaborative needs from instant, ad-hoc chats and e-meetings to highly-structured, pre-arranged working sessions or courses.
Key prerequisites
Server software:
One of the following operating system platforms:
· Windows(TM) 2000 Server or Advanced Server with Service Pack 3
· Windows 2003 Server or Advanced Server
Planned availability dates
· September 28, 2004: Electronic software delivery - English only
· October 15, 2004: Media and documentation - English only
At a glance
IBM Lotus Virtual Classroom is a Web-based application supporting just-in-time training in a collaborative learning environment that extends classroom-based instruction to geographically dispersed audiences. V1.1.2 supports:
· New releases of the underlying Domino(TM) V6.5 products
· Windows 2003 server operating system
· More robust LDAP compatibility
Updates have been included in both the stand-alone Lotus Virtual Classroom product, sold on a per-CPU basis, and the IBM Lotus Combined Collaborative and Virtual Classroom Bundle which includes Lotus Virtual Classroom, Lotus Instant Messaging and Web Conferencing, and Lotus Team Workplace, sold on a per-user basis.
For ordering, contact:
Your IBM representative, an IBM Business Partner, or the Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL Reference: YE001
