We have recently launched a DVD-based e-learning version of our popular 5-day Citrix Presentation Server advanced class. This e-Learning class is 100% identical to our live 5-day classroom training class. You get the exact same experience as if you had attended a live class. You can even ask questions. (The only difference is that with the e-Learning class, you can pause and rewind and watch the content on your own time.)

Our e-Learning Video Player

We've been thinking about a DVD-based version of our class for years, but it's taken us a long time to figure out what technology we can use to deliver the class so that the e-Learning experience is just as good as a live class. We ultimately had a custom Windows application written specifically for us. This application shows two video streams side-by-side: a small one of Brian Madden (the instructor), and a large window that is his computer screen / digital white board. The application looks like this:

• Read more about how the player works
• Watch a sample video of the class using the player (new window)

e-Learning class benefits

• The media player gives the e-Learning student the experience of "being there" in a live class, but with the ability to view the materials on your own time.
• You can pause, fast forward, and rewind the content.
• An "ask a question" button pops up a page where you can send your questions directly to Brian and his team. Again, this is just like "being there" in a live class.
• With the e-Learning class, you don't have to miss work for a week. You don't have travel and hotel expenses.
• You'll get downloadable access to a PDF of the classroom student. You'll be able to download updates to this PDF, so it's always current!
• This DVD is a real recording of a real class with real students. It's not a "dummed down" or "lite" version.
• This class was recorded in 2007 and includes coverage of Presentation Server 4.5. (We also talk about MetaFrame XP and Presentation Server 3.0.)

Class delivery method price comparison

Why we decided to launch an e-Learning class

We did this for several reasons. First of all, the live classroom version of this class is only taught by three people (Brian Madden, Shawn Bass, and Benny Tritsch), and they are only able to teach a total of about ten classes per year. Our classes have been selling out for years, and we wanted to get this information out to more people. Of course we can't just start teaching more classes, because the more time we spend teaching, the less time we spend "in the trenches." A big value of this class is that the instructors have actual day-to-day hands on experience with the products. The more we teach, the less valuable our classes would be. It was a Catch-22.

How to purchase this e-Learning class

You may purchase our e-Learning Citrix 5-day class DVD from The Brian Madden store. The cost is $2495 per student. The DVD is licensed for a single student, but volume discounts are available for two or more students. (The store will automatically calculate the discount if you add more than one copy to your cart.) When you order the DVD via the store, you can pay in real-time via credit card, or you can choose the "PO / Check" option if you would like us to invoice you instead. Please contact Lara Christman for ordering questions.