Do you know what Moodle is? Do you know it can create rich interactions between teachers and students? Moodle is an open-source course management system where teachers can create engaging web-based courses through the development of activities and resources.

Throughout this workshop participants will be provided with demonstrations and through discussion and practical application develop their knowledge and understanding of how emerging ICT technologies can be incorporated into their teaching and learning programs.

After participating in this workshop teachers will be able to:

• Create and maintain a blog
• Use wikis as a teaching tool
• Develop and utilise RSS feeds
• Learn how to develop podcasts.

Note: This workshop is designed for teachers of all skill levels. Ideally you will have an understanding of the basic functions of Moodle or have participated in the "Moodle a connected classroom" workshop

Session 1 - Introduction to Moodle & Web 2.0

What is Moodle and Web 2.0? How can Moodle be intergrated into the 21st century classroom and engage our students? How can Web 2.0 tools be integrated into Moodle?

Session 2 - Creating and Maintaining Blogs

In this session we will look at how teachers can incorporate blogs into the classroom using Moodle.

Session 3 - Creating and Maintaining Wikis

Learn how to create and maintain wikis in Moodle.

Session 4 - Developing Podcasts

Create a podcast using Audio editing software then see several examples how Moodle can deliver podcasting to your students.

Session 5 - Utilising RSS Feeds

What is RSS? How can RSS feeds work in the classroom?

Workshop Details

Duration

Full-Day

Cost

$200 (ex GST) p.p.

For schools who register more than one participant the following discounts apply:

2 Participants - $190 (ex GST) p.p.

3 Participants - $180 (ex GST) p.p.

4 + Participants - $170 (ex GST) p.p.

Cost includes morning tea, lunch, course materials + 3 months free access to our Moodle server for further practice and resource development.

98% of Participants have agreed that this is an "Excellent" workshop^*

* Based on post-workshop evaluations

2010 Dates

Term 1 - TBA

Term 2 - TBA

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Term 4 - TBA

Would you like us to run this workshop at your school for your staff members? We are able to run this course at your school at a convenient time for you and your staff. This is a cost effective way of training several teachers at once without paying full workshop fees. Conditions apply. Send us an email with your school and contact details at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

This workshop is endorsed by the NSW Institute of Teachers' as Institute Registered professional development for the maintenance of accreditation at Professional Competence. Scope of Endorsement - Elements 1,2,3,4 and 6 of the Professional Teaching Standards.