Welcome

With this years conference we launch the new National VET E-Learning Strategy (NVELS); a strategy driven by the vision of a globally competitive Australian training system underpinned by world class e-learning infrastructure and capability.
eLearning11 focuses on the goals of the Strategy:

  • Develop and utilise e-learning strategies to maximise the benefits of the national investment in broadband
  • Support workforce development in industry through innovative training solutions
  • Expand participation and access for individuals through targeted e-learning approaches

eLearning11 is designed for VET managers, learning and development coordinators, trainers and assessors interested in new ideas and the design of effective e-learning solutions.

This year we welcome Dr John Buchanan , Director of the Workplace Research Centre at The University of Sydney, and by virtual hookup,  Jane Hart, Founder of the Centre for Learning & Performance Technologies (C4LPT),  as keynote speakers.
Along with a range of practical breakout sessions, we also anticipate some lively debate in our NBN panel session with speakers offering NBNCo, Department of Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy, business and user perspectives.

Our sponsors this year include the National VET E-learning Strategy, University of Western Sydney, Redback ConferencingKeepad InteractiveCliftons, and Beyondedge.

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Welcome to Country

Kerry Toomey
Aboriginal Education and Training Directorate, Department of Education and Communities

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Conference opening address

Jai Waters
NSW Representative for the Flexible Learning Advisory Group (FLAG) and
General Manager, TAFE NSW Customer Support, Department of Education and Communitie
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Keynote: Enabling workforce development – insights from industries using e-learning

Dr John Buchanan

Director, Workplace Research centre
University of Sydney

Synopsis:

Future workforce development is dependent on quality training provision. Yet individuals, workplaces and industry sectors that would most benefit from training are often unable to access it. In 2010 WRC undertook research into three sectors using e-learning. IT was found that e-learning can help to overcome traditional barriers to training such as geographic isolation, casual and part-time employment, and work intensification.

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Keynote: The future of workplace learning is working smarter

Jane Hart

Independent consultant, writer and public speaker
Founder of the Centre for Learning and Performance Technologies (C4LPT)

Network resources:

Jane’s slides

Centre for Learning and Performance Technologies (C4LPT)

Jane’s blog – Learning in the social workplace

Policy link

Following up from the question about social media policies, Jane sent the following Ford Motor Company link -

http://www.scribd.com/doc/36127480/Ford-Social-Media-Guide

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[In this session we hooked up with Jane Hart via Skype. We'd like to thank Jane for her patience and persistence as we battled with a poor connection.]

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NBN Panel session

Panel facilitator:

Robby Weatherley – Director, Workforce Development, TAFE NSW – Sydney Institute

Panel members:

Sabiene Heindl – Senior Advisor, Stakeholder Relations, NBNCo
Dennis Price – Chief idea architect, Ganador Management Solutions
Dean Groom – Writer, teacher educator & Head of Educational Development, Macquarie University
Sam Meredith – Director EduONE project, TAFE NSW New England Institute, Armidale Campus

Synopsis:

Panel session covering the NBN, the potential of high speed broadband and potential considerations/issues we as educators need to consider.

Videos:

Australia's NBN

At home with the NBN

A day made of glass

 

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8 key learning trends for 2012

Breakout session 1

Presenter:
Denise Meyerson, Management Consultancy International

Synopsis:

What are the trends that designers, trainers and coordinators need to take in to account to ensure that learning is linked to changes in behaviour and skills levels?  This session provides insights in to where learning and development is headed over the next year so that you can strengthen program design and delivery into a transformative experience.  Be inspired to introduce changes in your own practice and take up the challenge of following the ‘bright spots’.

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E-learning for indigenous learners in remote communities

Breakout session 1

Presenter:
Georgina Nou, TAFE SA Regional

Synopsis:

Education and training for indigenous people in remote communities has been fraught with difficulties because of geographical isolation, cultural concerns, peoples’ mobile lifestyles, economic considerations and need for focus. With the provision of ADSL internet in the Lands, we have adopted online training and have seen significant changes in access, participation and enthusiasm by community members. We have extended the capacity to deliver engaging, interactive and regular online sessions since the 2007 start, using Centra web-conferencing, Moodle and innovative technologies. POV technology, virtual worlds and interactive multimedia resources offer text alternatives for learners with inadequate literacy skills. After 10 years of working with remote indigenous communities Georgina brings her insights on the various initiatives and explores the issues for remote learners and educators when taking outbush training online.

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Unplugged: getting mobile in education

Breakout session 1

Presenter:
Gihan Lahoud, TAFE NSW – Sydney Institute

Synopsis:

An increasing number of learners are using an array of mobile devices and its important that educators are aware of the tools and their capabilities in order to effectively integrate m-learning into teaching strategies. Students are able to learn and share information anytime and anywhere, enhancing the overall teaching and learning experience.
This session will provide an overview of the educational uses of mobile devices, and will cover topics such as: how mobile devices are being used in education, m-learning tools, and how they can be embedded in teaching and learning with focus on: images, videos, audio, accessing and creating documents, cloud storage, and moblogging and vlogging for evidence-based assessment tools.

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E-assessment: where location informs validation & builds new models of educative arrangement

Breakout session 1

Presenter:
Alexander Hayes, Consultant

Synopsis:

Mobile phone users will notice how many services are now location enabled using GPS technologies. The same technologies are predicted to play an increased role across all education sectors where the learner submits data as evidence to gain accreditation. In this session Alex will provide a compelling case to consider when (and where) these technologies are now situated in the delivery, assessment, validation & moderation activities of educators across all sectors.

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On our way: setting out on our e-learning journey

Breakout session 1

Presenter:
KerryJ, Australian Institute of Social Relations

Synopsis:

Taking e-learning to the next level is a lot like setting out on a family car trip. Everyone may be on board and willing to go in the same direction, but expectations and agendas are still going to vary, planning is an ongoing process and there are always going to be surprises along the way.
In this presentation, KerryJ will unpack the elements of community, collaboration, planning and learning that the Australian Institute of Social Relations is taking on board as they set out on the next leg of their e-learning journey.

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