May 2014 (cont.)
Teaching and Learning English with the iPad
5 May attended by Francine
Provider: Critical Agendas
Venue: Darebin Arts & Entertainment Centre
ABOUT:
The session provided English teachers with information about which apps would work well in the English classroom and how to imbed them into their lesson plans. He also gave strategies about what to do when technology fails.
RESOURCES?
I have many resources if anyone is interested
RECOMMENDED?
This PL is a must for all English teachers, not only to gain confidence using the iPad but also learning about which apps could be used for different activities in the English classroom.
PRESENTERS?
Glen Pearsall
Youth Mental First Aid
20 & 21 May attended by Rosanna
Provider: Travancore School
Venue: Travancore School, 50 Flemington Road, Flemington
ABOUT?
The course teaches skills for providing initial help to young people experiencing mental health disorders and crises.
PRESENTERS?
Judy Ring (9345 6053 / 0407305841) and Maria Roberto
RESOURCES?
Youth Mental Health First Aid Manual (available at Student Reception)
RECOMMENDED?
Definitely recommended for all teaching and support staff
Flipped Learning
8 May attended by Geoff
Provider: Critical Agendas
Venue: Melbourne Conference and Training Centre
ABOUT?
Flipped Classroom strategies for student learning
RESOURCES?
Will be shared through eLearning PL throughout the year
RECOMMENDED?
Yes. Teachers who are interested in infusing their lessons with technology
PRESENTERS?
Andrew Douch (Google him)
NMVC VET Coordinator’s Meeting
8 May attended by Leanne
Provider: NMVC
Venue: Lalor Secondary College
ABOUT?
Summary of work being done with cluster. Discussion on upcoming VET tasters, use of Facebook to promote VETiS and changes to block credit for VET.
RESOURCES?
Minutes of meeting saved under curriculum/VET/NMVC meetings
RECOMMENDED?
Yes, for VET coordinator
PRESENTERS?
Vicki Bawden NMVC coordinator
School's in for Refugee Students
8 May attended by Braham
Provider: Foundation House
Venue: Foundation House - Dandenong
ABOUT?
- Understanding of refugee experience
- Understanding of impact of trauma on young people's learningf, wellbeing and development
RESOURCES?
info@foundationhouse.org.au
RECOMMENDED
Any staff working with refugees