Workshops: Technology Innovations and Project Based Learning
Using a Cloud Based Platform for Student Learning
Workshop Presentation Gail Tucker, Emma Kirk
With increasingly diverse enrolments, we have implemented a new cloud based file platform of Class Notebook. This has allowed us to cater for all student backgrounds and personal circumstances. Why use a Class Notebook? To engage students and increase capturing evidence of learning and work returns. This free program includes three types of sub notebooks: a personal OneNote for every student, a Content Library for class materials and resources, as well as a Collaboration Space for group work, sharing and peer feedback. Why are we excited? Class Notebook organises content information, lesson materials and resources for students to access in one file. Materials can be differentiated in groupings and/or individually. Up to 100 people can work in the same Class Notebook at the same time. Students can complete any lesson activities, note taking, homework and assessment. Students do not need to download and save their work in multiple files. Work can be completed in real-time or anywhere 24/7. Students work is saved and submitted automatically! Teacher permissions allow access to student work for live and offline feedback. Participants in this workshop will be given access to a Class Notebook, so they can connect with the presenters in a real life scenario. We will run the session with real time activities within this platform. Demonstrations will also include how pedagogical frameworks and student learning outcomes can be achieved with greater simplicity. Discussions will allow for participants to reflect on how this platform applies in their individual contexts and experiences.
Evaluation of Web 2.0 : The future of technology in the classroom
Workshop Presentation Troy Wasson
Web 2.0 technologies incorporate a diverse range of software and hardware tools many of which have been tried and tested over the last decade as well as more current, cutting edge innovations. These technologies can help facilitate current student centred pedagogy but like all educational tools are only as good as the teacher using them. It is the way that we are able integrate these tools into the student’s learning that engages them, facilitates authentic learning and creates knowledge and meaning for the students. As these technologies continue to evolve and interact in new ways with their users, Web 2.0 evolves to 3.0 and onwards. This presentation starts with a brief history of Web 2.0 in education over the last decade, citing examples of best practice. It then workshops some current technology that can be used to build collaborative learning among distance education students. On return to their schools, teachers will be able to integrate these applications seamlessly into online classrooms to achieve quality learning outcomes for students. Participants should bring a smart phone or device.
