Interesting PD course for teachers with an online component. - Regards Roland<br><br><div class="gmail_quote">---------- Forwarded message ----------<br>From: <b class="gmail_sendername">Margaret Lloyd</b> <span dir="ltr"><<a href="mailto:mm.lloyd@qut.edu.au">mm.lloyd@qut.edu.au</a>></span><br>
Date: 2009/10/26<br>Subject: [Oz-teachers] AD: Moodle workshop in Brisbane Nov 23-24<br>To: Professional community for teachers <<a href="mailto:oz-teachers@rite.ed.qut.edu.au">oz-teachers@rite.ed.qut.edu.au</a>><br>
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<p style="margin-right: 0cm; margin-bottom: 9pt; margin-left: 0cm;"><span><span style="font-size: 9pt;">You and your colleagues are invited to
participate in an excellent Professional Learning Opportunity for educators who
are ready to embrace 21st century learning technologies. Learn how to
effectively use the Moodle learning management system through our interactive
workshops. Join us on 23-24 November 2009 at Brisbane Girls Grammar School.
Limited seats. Register Now at <a href="http://moodle.mylearningspace.com.au" target="_blank">http://moodle.mylearningspace.com.au</a></span></span><span style="font-size: 7.5pt;"></span></p>
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<p style="margin-right: 0cm; margin-bottom: 9pt; margin-left: 0cm;"><span><span style="font-size: 9pt;">Day 1 is aimed for those evaluating learning
management systems or who are new to Moodle. Topics covered include LMS
essentials, Moodle basics, course design, collaboration tools and assessment.
Day 2 will extend those familiar with learning management systems, particularly
Moodle. Topics covered include user management, grade book, data management,
global settings and third party extensions. Learn more</span></span><span style="font-size: 7.5pt;"></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span><span style="font-size: 9pt;">-About Moodle-</span></span><span style="font-size: 7.5pt;"></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span><span style="font-size: 9pt;">Moodle is a learning management system (LMS)
- an open source educational software package designed using sound pedagogical
principles, to help educators create effective online communities. Moodle has a
large and diverse user community with approximately 750,000 registered members
on <a href="http://moodle.org" target="_blank">moodle.org</a>, speaking over 75 languages in
200 countries. Local users include University of South Queensland, Ergon
Energy, Educators Network of Australia, Visit our LMS Demo</span></span><span style="font-size: 7.5pt;"></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span><span style="font-size: 9pt;">-About your LMS Trainer-</span></span><span style="font-size: 7.5pt;"></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span><span style="font-size: 9pt;">Chad Outten is Director, Learning
Technologies at My Learning Space. He is a qualified teacher with 15 years
experience in the Australian education sector. His clients include Education
Queensland, Study Group, Ergon & Shell. He has previously worked for
All Hallows' School, The Scots College, NSW Board of Studies, University of Sydney,
UNSW & ABS. Chad is registered with the Queensland College of
Teachers, he is also a member of the e-Learning Guild, Australian College of
Educators & QSITE. Chad is passionate about e-learning, admires
educators & understands the value of a good LMS to address the challenges
of 21st century education. Chad is a Moodle certified teacher and has been
a mentor assessor for the internationally recognised Moodle Teacher
Certification program. He is a member of the ‘Particularly Helpful Moodlers'
group at <a href="http://moodle.org" target="_blank">moodle.org</a>. In 2008, Chad organised
the National Moodle Conference held in Brisbane.</span></span><span style="font-size: 7.5pt;"></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span><span style="font-size: 9pt;">-Testimonials-</span></span><span style="font-size: 7.5pt;"></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span><span style="font-size: 9pt;">“Chad did a great job assisting us
with the implementation of Moodle in the BGGS environment. All participants
benefited enormously from Chad's direction and expertise and we are looking
forward to working with him again in the future.” Peter Willemsen,
Teacher, Brisbane Girls Grammar School</span></span><span style="font-size: 7.5pt;"></span></p>
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<p style="margin-right: 0cm; margin-bottom: 3.75pt; margin-left: 0cm; line-height: 11.25pt;"><span><span style="font-size: 9pt;">"Very
approachable and willing to go in the direction of the group. This was a good
overview to Moodle." Sue Demoor, Staff Technology Trainer, University of
Canberra</span></span><span style="font-size: 7.5pt;"></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span><span style="font-size: 9pt;">"Excellent
workshop - well organised, informative and highly collaborative." David
Andersson, Director of Studies, Sunshine Coast Grammar School</span></span></p>
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<p style="margin-right: 0cm; margin-bottom: 3.75pt; margin-left: 0cm; line-height: 11.25pt;"><span><span style="font-size: 9pt;">"Easy to follow
and assessed the attendees' needs prior to delivering." Warwick Milne,
Technology Support Officer, University of Southern Queensland</span></span><span style="font-size: 7.5pt;"></span></p>
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<p style="margin-right: 0cm; margin-bottom: 3.75pt; margin-left: 0cm; line-height: 11.25pt;"><span><span style="font-size: 9pt;">“Chad provided
Moodle training for our staff at the college and everyone was very positive
about his training sessions. Chad has an excellent ability to tailor his
approach based on the needs and experience of his clients. I highly recommend
Chad as a trainer and an expert in the area of E-Learning implementation and
ongoing strategy development.” Nathan Hutchings, ICT Coordinator, Forest
Lake College</span></span><span style="font-size: 7.5pt;"></span></p>
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<p style="margin-right: 0cm; margin-bottom: 3.75pt; margin-left: 0cm; line-height: 11.25pt; min-height: 12px;"><span><span style="font-size: 9pt;">“We
hired Chad to run introductory Moodle training sessions for staff at
Australia/New Zealand schools. The feedback from these sessions has been very
positive. He has helped us to get off to a flying start.” Martin Dougall,
Software Development Director, Study Group Australia</span></span><span style="font-size: 7.5pt;"></span></p>
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<p style="margin-right: 0cm; margin-bottom: 3.75pt; margin-left: 0cm; line-height: 11.25pt; min-height: 12px;"><span><span style="font-size: 9pt;">"For
people who do not have a great deal of experience with Moodle, the workshop
clearly presented the many possibilities that using Moodle can provide. Great
presenter and visuals." Darren Barker, Teacher, Tara Anglican Girls School</span></span><span style="font-size: 7.5pt;"></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span><span style="font-size: 9pt;">"Good examples of the capabilities that
Moodle provides. Will definitely help us in the decision making process when we
are going to decide which product we are going to choose." Christian Ohly,
IT Applications Officer, Flinders University</span></span><span style="font-size: 7.5pt;"></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span><span style="font-size: 9pt;">-Onsite Training-</span></span><span style="font-size: 7.5pt;"></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span><span style="font-size: 9pt;">If you cannot make our LMS Workshops in
Brisbane, we can also deliver Onsite Training on a date that suits your
organisation. This can be a very personalised and cost-effective Professional
Learning solution for your staff. Contact us via <a href="mailto:info@mylearningspace.com.au" target="_blank">info@mylearningspace.com.au</a> to
discuss your requirements.</span></span><span style="font-size: 7.5pt;"></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span><span style="font-size: 9pt;">Learn more at <a href="http://www.mylearningspace.com.au" target="_blank">http://www.mylearningspace.com.au</a></span></span><span style="font-size: 7.5pt;"></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black;">Chad Outten</span></span><span style="color: black;"></span></p>
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