Over the next month, the U.S.-based Poynter Institute will offer a variety of online training Webinars that will encourage participants to enhance their skills and discuss important journalism topics.

Upcoming webinars include:

• Best in Design: Lessons from SND 2010: Intended for designers and copy editors, participants will learn about newspaper design and gain tips on how to improve design skills. March 23, 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. US$27.95.
• How Location-Based Services are Changing News: Reporters and online journalists are invited to discuss social networks, mobile and web services that are transforming the world of media. April 1, 2 p.m., Eastern Standard Time. US$27.95.
• Managing Your Journalism Career and Skills: Aspiring journalists and students will discuss how one sets themselves apart from the rest in such a competitive field. April 7th. 2 p.m., Eastern Standard Time. US$24.95.
• Ethics and Credibility of Breaking News Online. A discussion on the standards, ethics, and responsibilities involved in reporting breaking news over the internet. April 15. 2 p.m., Eastern Standard Time. US$27.95.

For more information or to register, click here.