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App-titude iPad workshops - iBasics, iManage and iEducate

The iPad is a revolutionary device which is changing the way we interact with our world. The potential for managers and educators is being actively explored around the globe.

App-titude is a series (iBasics, iManage and iEducate) of FREE hands-on workshops for vocational education and training practitioners, hosted by the Australian Flexible Learning Framework. The workshops will explore ways to enhance productivity and effectiveness in public and private registered training organisations by building skills in using iPads.

Click here to find out more about the App-titude workshops (31 May 2011)

Click here to find out more about the App-titude workshops (18 May 2011)

Click here to register for App-titiude workshops

Upcoming Training

Registration 25Workshops

The national training system’s e-learning strategy, the Australian Flexible Learning Framework is proud to present a new series of FREE 25 workshops focusing on m-learning, e-assessment, blended delivery, evaulating e-learning and designing ebooks for vocational education and training practitioners throughout Queensland.

For RTO/TAFE staff:  Please select the workshop(s) below you will be attending. Spaces are limited to around 20 people per workshop so please check your availability before registering for a space. Registrations are currently open for all workshops.

Session times: All sessions are from 9.00am to 3.00pm What to bring: Laptops and/or tablet/mobile devices. WIFI will be available, however 3G is desirable. Morning tea and lunch will be provided and participants will also receive a Certificate of Participation. 

To Register: bit.ly/25Workshops

Enquiries: productinnovation.qvdc@deta.qld.gov.au

Synopsis:

mLearning: Mobile learning is now 

Access to content for learners is increasingly mobile in nature and the same is happening to online learning content.  This workshop will give you some practical strategies and tools for mobile learning.

eAssessment: Tools and Strategies

Online content is often the focus of elearning delivery with online assessment put in the 'too hard' basket.  Put your assessment strategies to the test in this workshop that will explore best practice, assessment tools and new trends. 

Moving Online: Blended Delivery

This workshops will help you explore and plan what is best kept 'off-line', what works well 'on-line' and everything in between.  If your in a planning and design phase for your elearning, this is definitely a day for you and you're team. 

Evaluating e-learning: Is it working?

In the busy life of instructional designers and trainers, rarely do we take the important time to stop and reflect on our elearning practice.  This day will give you tools and methods to evaluate the quality and effectiveness of your online delivery. 

ebooks: Developing and design 

The 2011 Horizon Report identifies ebooks as one of the fastest emerging technologies for teaching and learning in the elearning space.  This day will include information on the history and future direction of the ebook and give your practical demonstration on how to create your own dynamic texts for learners. 

Dates:

 14.07.2011 mLearning: Mobile learning is now (BN)

 15.07.2011 mLearning: Mobile learning is now (SB)

 28.07.2011 mLearning: Mobile learning is now (SC)

 29.07.2011 mLearning: Mobile learning is now (GC)

 05.08.2011 mLearning: Mobile learning is now (TB)

 18.08.2011 eAssessment: Tools and Strategies (BS)

 15.09.2011 eAssessment: Tools and Strategies (BN)

 06.10.2011 eAssessment: Tools and Strategies (SC)

 07.10.2011 eAssessment: Tools and Strategies (GC)

 13.10.2011 Moving Online: Blended Delivery (BN)

 14.10.2011 eAssessment: Tools and Strategies (TB)

 20.10.2011 Moving Online: Blended Delivery (SC)

 21.10.2011 Moving Online: Blended Delivery (BS)

 27.10.2011 Moving Online: Blended Delivery (GC)

 28.10.2011 Moving Online: Blended Delivery (TB)

 02.11.2011 Moving Online: Blended Delivery (MA)

 03.11.2011 Moving Online: Blended Delivery (TV)

 04.11.2011 Moving Online: Blended Delivery (CA)

 11.11.2011 Evaluating e-learning: Is it working? (BN)

 17.11.2011 Evaluating e-learning: Is it working? (SC)

 18.11.2011 Evaluating e-learning: Is it working? (BS)

 24.11.2011 Evaluating e-learning: Is it working? (GC)

 25.11.2011 Evaluating e-learning: Is it working? (TB)

 01.12.2011 ebooks: Development and design (BS)

 02.12.2011 ebooks: Development and design (TV)

Venues: (Click Links for Map)

Brisbane North (BN) SUQ , Level 1, 126 Barry Parade, Fortitude Valley 

South Brisbane (BS) OLI, 1 Cordelia St, (Room 253) 

Sunshine Coast (SC) Mooloolaba TAFE, 34 Lady Musgrave Dv, Mount Crk 

Gold Coast (GC) Australian Industry Trade College, 281 Scottsdale Drive, Robina 

Toowoomba (TB) Cedar Center, 36 Baker St 

Mackay (MA) TAFE Campus, Sydney Street, (Room J3.13) 

Cairns (CA) RediTeach 72 McLeod St 

Townsville (TV), Venue TBA

Successful 2011 QLD E-learning Innovations funding announced!

 $462,600 has been awarded to develop and manage 10 projects that will deliver innovative e-learning training solutions in Queensland in 2011.View more information on E-learning Innovations Queensland website.

Toolbox Masters' Network

We are piloting a program of focussed training, community building and assistance to nominated individuals from large training organisations.

Participants from Queensland TAFE Institutes can find more information on the TAFE Toolbox Masters' Network group website.

If you wish to join the network for large private and enterprise RTOs, please contact us.

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