Web 2.0 and Education - Part 1 of the Certificate of Emerging Technologies
18 Aug 2010Download the Certificate of Emerging Technologies flyer
What is Web 2.0 and why does it matter for education? Major new research into the use of Web 2.0 technologies, such as wikis, blogs and social networking, shows that young learners are prolific users of these technologies in their leisure time, but the use of Web 2.0 in the classroom is still limited. The research also found that over half of teachers surveyed believe that Web 2.0 resources should be used more often in the classroom. However, the majority of teachers questioned had never used Web 2.0 applications in lessons, despite being frequent users of technology in their personal and professional lives. In this session you will explore blogs and wikis as an example of Web 2.0 and begin to create a Professional Learning Network through blogging.
The session will include a discussion of important questions that are raised by the readings on why students should blog and the use of blogs in education, as well as hands-on exploration of some of the tools introduced by the discussion.
This VITTA created module is part of the Certificate in Emerging Technologies or can be taken as an individual stand-alone unit.
Dates:
Part 1: Wednesday 18th August Web 2.0 and Education
Part 2: Wednesday 25th August Podcasts to Enhance Learning
Part 3: Wednesday 1st September Copyright, Ethics and ICTs
Part 4: Wednesday 8th September Mobile Technologies in the Classroom
Venue: Melbourne High School, Forrest Hill, South Yarra, Victoria 3141
Melways Map Reference: 2L J3. Ph 9826 0711
There is plenty of parking in the circular drive off Alexandra Avenue. Please come to Reception through the main door and you will be met there. There are computers available at the venue as well as access to the internet.
Time: 4.00 pm to 7.00 pm
Price: VITTA Members $125 each session or $450 for 4
Non-members $160 each session or $600 for 4
If you would like to register for all four sessions at the discounted price please email jo@vitta.org.au
| Registrations Open: | 13 Jul 2010 |