Wednesday, August 08, 2007
Latest News
The vegie garden is really taking shape, with planting almost complete. The students in the Pre CSWE classes are very enthusiastic (and in some cases knowledgeable!) and we look forward to seeing the plants develop. My office resembles a mini- Bunnings at present so we will have to look at th storage of equipment and gardening paraphernalia.
Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Term 3 Begins
Thanks to Sonia for nominating Carole Mendelson and Ann Dunstan for Adult Learners' Week Awards. It’s a very time-consuming task but will be much appreciated by these valuable conversation volunteers.
Alison went to see Anna on Thursday and found her in good spirits – they had a long chat. She started her last chemo treatment yesterday and then she will have a break. Earlier this month she resigned from West Coast and is now able to access her entitlements.
Some of Veronica’s students wore their national dress to class last week- photos will be on student blog soon.
The vegie garden planting will be underway next week and teachers are stocking up on seedlings and other necessities. We are all grateful that the sweet smell of sheep manure has been countered by heavy rain and the centre no longer reminds those of us from farming backgrounds of their rural childhood! Simon and I are organising a chicken wire fence, as the gardener has seen marauding rabbits in the area.
Alison went to see Anna on Thursday and found her in good spirits – they had a long chat. She started her last chemo treatment yesterday and then she will have a break. Earlier this month she resigned from West Coast and is now able to access her entitlements.
Some of Veronica’s students wore their national dress to class last week- photos will be on student blog soon.
The vegie garden planting will be underway next week and teachers are stocking up on seedlings and other necessities. We are all grateful that the sweet smell of sheep manure has been countered by heavy rain and the centre no longer reminds those of us from farming backgrounds of their rural childhood! Simon and I are organising a chicken wire fence, as the gardener has seen marauding rabbits in the area.
Tuesday, July 24, 2007
E -workshops
Just received an email about some workshops on e-teaching - if you're interested pls let Philip know before you register.
Professional Development Workshops
2007
E-Learning Workshops
The Department of Education and Training is committed to supporting Professional Development for practitioners involved in the delivery of Vocational Education and Training (VET) across the sectors in WA.
This program of training and learning opportunities is one of a number of strategies, supported by the Department, that will assist in maintaining a base of highly skilled VET practitioners.
Podcasting : Basic
Podcasting is a much talked about innovative practice and many VET practitioners are starting to see the practical applications for teaching, learning and assessment. These hands on workshops will enable participants to find out what the hype is about and give it a go themselves.
Date:
Location: WestOne Services,
Facilitator: TBA
Mobile Technologies : Basic
Mobile technologies are now part of everyday - from mobile phones to advanced pocket organisers. These workshops will look at the current and future trends of mobile technologies and how they are being applied in the VET sector. This is a hands-on workshop and practitioners will be able to have a go at using the devices to support their VET practice.
Date:
Location: WestOne Services,
Facilitator: TBA
Digital Storytelling
Digital storytelling now plays a strong role in the VET sector. This hands-on workshop will explore how others in the VET sector are using digital stories as well as providing practitioners with a supportive environment so that they can build their own digital story.
Date:
Location: WestOne Services,
Facilitator: TBA
CMS, LMS or Web 2.0 the way to Go : Basic
What is LMS, CMS and Web2.0 and how can these support organisational teaching. Learning and assessment needs? This hands on workshop explores all three and looks at their pros and cons.
Date:
Location: WestOne Services,
Facilitator: Sandra Robinson
Adopting E-Learning in Small RTOs
This workshop focuses on the preliminary steps towards adopting 'best fit' infrastructure to support the RTOs teaching, learning and assessment requirements.
Date:
Location: SIDE Learning Technology Centre,
Facilitator: TBA
Using Web Conferencing in the Workplace
Web conferencing is increasingly being used as a standard e-business practice. This workshop will enable practitioners to explore the basic principles and more importantly to focus on the methodologies of using these effectively.
Date:
Location: SIDE Learning Technology Centre,
Facilitator: TBA
How to Register for the Workshops
To register: | Register online by following the prompts at: https://corpsystraining.wa.gov.au/VetRegOnline/EventCalendar.aspx?Reset=Y For assistance, contact |
Cost: | $55.00 (incl. GST) for a half day workshop |
Your input: | Let us know what you want from these workshops and if you have any special needs when you register. |
Enquiries: | Phone: 08 9264 4681 Fax: 08 9264 4688 |
Close of registrations: Registrations close 5 working days prior to the date of the workshop | |
Statements of attendance will be issued to participants after the event. | |
Wednesday, July 18, 2007
Edmund Rice Fundraiser
A reminder that the Edmund Rice fundraising film event is on Sunday 22 July at Cinema Paradiso. The film is Lucky Miles, which has had some good reviews. Tea at 4pm and screening at 4.45 pm. Cost is $ 15. For tickets contact the Centre on 94400625.
Monday, July 02, 2007
Garden Update. As you can see, Simon has been busy turning over the soil and with the arrival of the manure this week the students will be taking over. I have bought forks, trowels and hand rakes and the gardener will provide planks to form a walkway down the centre of the bed. Planting will get underway next term. We need a few more large pots for herbs. Let me know if you can bring some in.
Herb Graham- Last day of term. Drumming Workshop and Lunch A flyer will be issued today.
From Sue Shaw in PD:
“You may/may not know that I'm going to the national CSWE Task Workshop instead of Cathy this year. I know it's the last week rush BUT could you possibly canvas staff to find out what task(s) they use most/need the most across all CSWE levels. Also does anyone have reading or listening texts that they would like made into a task.This is a great opportunity to develop something new but we need to know WH AT!! I'm here until Thursday so anytime before then would be fantastic!”
Name badges. Sonia did an order for Balga not long ago but please let Ingid McKenna know if you need one (see email on Groupwise).
Herb Graham- Last day of term. Drumming Workshop and Lunch A flyer will be issued today.
From Sue Shaw in PD:
“You may/may not know that I'm going to the national CSWE Task Workshop instead of Cathy this year. I know it's the last week rush BUT could you possibly canvas staff to find out what task(s) they use most/need the most across all CSWE levels. Also does anyone have reading or listening texts that they would like made into a task.This is a great opportunity to develop something new but we need to know WH AT!! I'm here until Thursday so anytime before then would be fantastic!”
Name badges. Sonia did an order for Balga not long ago but please let Ingid McKenna know if you need one (see email on Groupwise).
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
Footy Tipping
At mid point in the season the overall scores are as follows (top three) :
Mary Aitken (Collingwood Supporter!) 58
Andrew (new to the game) 57
Branka (tipping comp. coordinator!) 56
This week’s round winner was Chris Broderick- anyone who can manage to pick 6 winners from this week’s weird results must surely be climbing up the ladder!
Mary Aitken (Collingwood Supporter!) 58
Andrew (new to the game) 57
Branka (tipping comp. coordinator!) 56
This week’s round winner was Chris Broderick- anyone who can manage to pick 6 winners from this week’s weird results must surely be climbing up the ladder!
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
Dubravka and Elyse were lucky to have beautiful weather for their class outing to Caversham Wildlife Park last week. Some of Alison’s students joined in at the last minute, which helped to make the outing more economically viable! The students enjoyed seeing (and touching) Australian animals, as you can see from Dubravka’s excellent photos on the student blog.
Please make sure that you are able to access ESS, as all leave has to be applied for electronically now. Ask me (or someone who has used it) to show you how to get on the first time. It’s probably worth listing here the numbers you need if you have forgotten your password. To log on to the system initially, you have to contact Swan on 92677274. For Groupwise password reset ring West Coast on 92331040. Shared Services phone no (for ESS) is 9264 8390. West Coast IT were here last week and had partial success in linking us up to Joondalup rather than Swan. Watch this space!
June 14
A reminder about Adult Learners’ Week, which takes place during week 1-8 September. There are a number of awards to be presented in that week and AMES is encouraging staff to put forward names for the Outstanding Learner (New Migrant) and Outstanding Tutor (Volunteer) in particular. If you would like to nominate someone (either student or volunteer) please let me know and I’ll explain the procedure).
Sara Crozier will be available for relief every day from next week as her uni course if finishing.
Please make sure that you are able to access ESS, as all leave has to be applied for electronically now. Ask me (or someone who has used it) to show you how to get on the first time. It’s probably worth listing here the numbers you need if you have forgotten your password. To log on to the system initially, you have to contact Swan on 92677274. For Groupwise password reset ring West Coast on 92331040. Shared Services phone no (for ESS) is 9264 8390. West Coast IT were here last week and had partial success in linking us up to Joondalup rather than Swan. Watch this space!
June 14
A reminder about Adult Learners’ Week, which takes place during week 1-8 September. There are a number of awards to be presented in that week and AMES is encouraging staff to put forward names for the Outstanding Learner (New Migrant) and Outstanding Tutor (Volunteer) in particular. If you would like to nominate someone (either student or volunteer) please let me know and I’ll explain the procedure).
Sara Crozier will be available for relief every day from next week as her uni course if finishing.
Thursday, June 07, 2007
The vegetable garden project for low level students is closer to becoming a reality. Patrick, the gardener who has the contract for Swan TAFE, is very keen to assist and will clear two areas which are not too visible to "passers-by". Swan will provide reticulation and we will supply labour, compost and seeds/ seedlings. Patrick will truck in the compost and give advice as to what to plant then the rest is up to us! We will have to buy some basic tools but if any staff have some old hoes etc, then we would certainly make use of them. A lot of language should come out of the project, vegetables could be sold and a basic booklet produced. Progress, including photos, can be reported on using the Student Blog.
The market yesterday was a great success and thanks to all staff, and Simon in particular, for setting up and manning the cash registers! Some of the funds collected (about $230 in all) will go towards the garden project. Wanjira took all leftover clothing to her class in Girrawheen so community students will benefit as well. More photos of the market can be viewed on the student blog, which is only a click away (see Links to the right).
The market yesterday was a great success and thanks to all staff, and Simon in particular, for setting up and manning the cash registers! Some of the funds collected (about $230 in all) will go towards the garden project. Wanjira took all leftover clothing to her class in Girrawheen so community students will benefit as well. More photos of the market can be viewed on the student blog, which is only a click away (see Links to the right).
Wednesday, June 06, 2007
WATESOL workshops - June 23rd
If anybody is interested in attending the workshops below, please let Philip know.
We have 2 members' "tickets" so first in, first served.
Permanent lecturers may claim the Workshops as Accrued PD time (at PM's discretion).
WATESOL are pleased to present a day of workshops focusing on using
storytelling to improve ESL students' literacy and fluency. A flier
and application form are attached. Numbers are limited, so please
get your registration in early.
STORIES IN THE CLASSROOM
Saturday 23 June
Central TAFE room N325, on the 3rd floor, North Wing
Aberdeen Street, Northbridge
Morning Session: 9.00-12.00
Andy Wright International Story-Teller
$5 for Members + $10 for optional lunch
$15 for non-members + $10 for optional lunch
My Stories, Your Stories, Our Stories: Story-Telling in Language and
Literacy.
Story-Telling is an important way of breaking down cultural and
language barriers, and building bridges to shared learning. It is
widely appreciated as an essential method for gaining information and
insight into the experiences of migrants of non-English speaking
backgrounds.
This workshop will examine the five languages of story-telling and
how these languages can lead to a greater understanding of the
teaching of written and spoken English.
The workshop will promote a holistic view of language learning
including tips to make learning playful and integrated. As well as
some basic tips to stimulate our own story-telling and the
story-telling of our students.
Andy Wright has been telling stories around the world over the last
two decades. He performs in theatres, schools, churches,
kindergartens, libraries and to numerous conferences, and festivals,
giving in excess of 4000 performances a year.
www.storyteller.net.au
Afternoon Session: 1.00-2.30
Celeste Blundell Camden Readers Theatre workshop
(Please note, this session is limited to the first 20 applicants.)
Readers Theatre is a fun and interactive reading and performing
process that gives students opportunities to improve literacy,
pronunciation and fluency as well as gain confidence using English.
Learn how Readers Theatre can be used in ESL classrooms by trying it
yourself. Celeste will take participants though different stages of
using scripts with students and give information about how any story
can be adapted for Readers Theatre.
We have 2 members' "tickets" so first in, first served.
Permanent lecturers may claim the Workshops as Accrued PD time (at PM's discretion).
WATESOL are pleased to present a day of workshops focusing on using
storytelling to improve ESL students' literacy and fluency. A flier
and application form are attached. Numbers are limited, so please
get your registration in early.
STORIES IN THE CLASSROOM
Saturday 23 June
Central TAFE room N325, on the 3rd floor, North Wing
Aberdeen Street, Northbridge
Morning Session: 9.00-12.00
Andy Wright International Story-Teller
$5 for Members + $10 for optional lunch
$15 for non-members + $10 for optional lunch
My Stories, Your Stories, Our Stories: Story-Telling in Language and
Literacy.
Story-Telling is an important way of breaking down cultural and
language barriers, and building bridges to shared learning. It is
widely appreciated as an essential method for gaining information and
insight into the experiences of migrants of non-English speaking
backgrounds.
This workshop will examine the five languages of story-telling and
how these languages can lead to a greater understanding of the
teaching of written and spoken English.
The workshop will promote a holistic view of language learning
including tips to make learning playful and integrated. As well as
some basic tips to stimulate our own story-telling and the
story-telling of our students.
Andy Wright has been telling stories around the world over the last
two decades. He performs in theatres, schools, churches,
kindergartens, libraries and to numerous conferences, and festivals,
giving in excess of 4000 performances a year.
www.storyteller.net.au
Afternoon Session: 1.00-2.30
Celeste Blundell Camden Readers Theatre workshop
(Please note, this session is limited to the first 20 applicants.)
Readers Theatre is a fun and interactive reading and performing
process that gives students opportunities to improve literacy,
pronunciation and fluency as well as gain confidence using English.
Learn how Readers Theatre can be used in ESL classrooms by trying it
yourself. Celeste will take participants though different stages of
using scripts with students and give information about how any story
can be adapted for Readers Theatre.
Tuesday, June 05, 2007
Valentina celebrated her 70th birthday on Monday (Foundation Day) and we had a morning tea today to mark the memorable occasion (sorry, Valentina – we know you’re ageless but today the numbers had to be revealed!) Thanks to Sonia for organising the celebration, a card to treasure and gifts (Valentina don’t be put off by Mary Crogan’s account of HER massage in Bangkok!)
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