February 2004
ANN-04-02
SUMMARY: This letter announces FSA's release of the first of two web-based 2004-05 EDExpress Basics training modules.
Dear Partner:
For
the 2004-2005 year, EDExpress and EDConnect software basics training will be
a computer/web-based training product available through the Internet to all
schools. Just as with the 2003-04 training, EDExpress Basics will focus on providing users with the basic skills required to access and navigate the software.
By
using the software in a simulated environment, users will gain an understanding
of the fundamental EDExpress and EDConnect functions. This training will be
a resource for on-the-job training and re-training in the use of EDExpress.
This self-paced training is intended for financial aid office staff with day-to-day
responsibilities using the EDExpress software.
EDExpress
Basics may also serve as preparation for those wishing to take the intermediate-level,
instructor-facilitated Electronic Application Processing Training that we will
offer nationwide beginning in March 2004 (for more information about this intermediate,
instructor-led training, click
here.
The
following topics are examples of the basic skills illustrated in the EDExpress
Basics web-based training:
- EDExpress
Menus
- Navigation
- Importing and Exporting Data
- Using EDconnect to transmit data
- Using Help screens
- Queries
- Setup screens for all modules
- Functionality of all EDExpress modules/screens
The
training will be released in the same sequence as EDExpress. Yesterday's release
includes Global Functions and Application Processing. The next release, scheduled
for late April 2004, will contain the Packaging, Pell, and Direct Loan modules.
In late Spring 2004, we will also release both modules in a version that meets
the requirements of Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. 2004.
To
access the first module of the 2004-05 EDExpress web-based training, click
here.
Sincerely,
Kay Jacks
General Manager
FSA Application, School Eligibility and Delivery Services
Posted February 26, 2004 on www.NASFAA.org, the Web Site of the
National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA).
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