Professional Development ResourcesOnline resources are available to guide the design,
development and management of
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Back
2 Basics To order your free copies or for more information, contact the Training Packages @ Work team via email at info@tpatwork.com or call 07 3225 2450. |
The Back 2 Basics publication has been produced to demystify Australia ’s vocational education and training system. It has a handy centrefold which lists sources for accessing support materials and other key contacts. The Back 2 Basics publications involve all state and territory training authorities, the Department of Education, Science and Training, Industry Training Australia and VETnetwork Australia. Who's it for? |
| WebCT
Resources Online Courseware Catalogue |
The Online Courseware Catalogue (resources catalogue) also has a number of WebCT specific Online Resources: - Introduction
to Online Learning Who's it for? |
| Australian Flexible Learning Framework http://www.flexiblelearning.net.au | Australian Flexible Learning Framework is a national program funded through DESTand all States and Territories. The site has a large and free range of materials, research and resources. Who's it for? |
The Official WebCT manual |
A manual for the TAFE VC Learning Management System (WebCT). Who's it for? |
Models
and Methods |
Models and Methods is a web based developer tool designed for teachers as well as developer. This tool defines the essential features of flexible learning models and methods. It's easy to use and highlights the features of each model and method. Who's it for? |
Flextrek: A guide
to Leadership |
The flextrek resource is aimed at Vocational
Education and Training (VET) managers and leaders responsible
for developing and managing customer-focused, flexible learning
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Doing assessment online |
A construction manual for building assessments
in the online environment. Provides a step-by-step process and
includes lots of examples of different types of assessments as
well as links to many software tools useful for assessment.
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enCompass |
A highly customisable tool for developing
your organisation’s plan to introduce online learning.
Provides a virtual organisation
environment for professional development activities, case studies
and resources to develop the models, strategies, roles and
skills needed. Templates can be personalised.
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e-Moderation short course |
A 40-hour module for teachers who have
the basic technical skills but
are new to the craft of online teaching. Focuses on communicating
with online groups, based on the respected Gilly Salmon model
for e-moderation.
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Enhancing interactivity in flexible
learning |
A practical online guide to the ways to increase levels of active learning in flexible learning programs. Covers all forms of web use (classroom, online, blended approach) and covers all aspects (courseware, learning activities, communication strategies). Who's it for? |
Getting best outcomes for online learners |
An online tool to assist trainers to establish their online learning group and communicate effectively using verbal and non-verbal techniques. Features: - a visit to a virtual classroom to observe the strategies used by the teacher - resources and tools to help you communicate with learners. Who's it for?
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How to succeed as a flexible learner |
A guide for learners new to the online
learning environment. Provides a range of information and activities
to explore the skills and approaches needed to succeed.
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How to succeed as a flexible trainer |
A development guide to the skills, roles
and processes needed to implement online learning. Covers management
and support issues as well as developing and facilitating. .
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ID online |
A short course to introduce teachers and developers to the basics of instructional design. You follow the steps in designing a sample online unit, applying ID principles. Who's
it for?
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Online
communication – let’s
get connected |
A short practical course on communication methods for subject teachers and trainers new to teaching online. The courseware is available on the TAFE VC for Victorian RTOs planning to run their own PD. Who's it for?
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Only connect |
A resource for learning about teaching and learning online including relevant theories and models. Follow a path of background and readings, or try practical approaches to developing resources. Includes: - examples of online
learning
materials Who's it for? |
Practitioner guide to online assessment |
Presents an overview of the issues and
useful case studies of a range of Australian VET providers designing
online assessment in a competency-based environment. Good links
to practical resources and readings.
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Usability testing
for online learning |
Provides design guidelines for usability
plus a step-by-step guide for testing online courseware during
the stages of development. Includes planning guides and customisable
checklists for checking navigation, appearance, language and
graphic design.
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Usability wizard |
An automated design aid for meeting usability
standards in web site design. You key in your course and learner
data and get a print-out of recommended design specs. Developed
by Binary Blue.
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Virtual tour of online learning |
A cyber tour of key online learning sites worldwide, with guides pointing out the key features of each site, with rating of the services provided to learners. Includes resources to follow-up and explore issues. Who's
it for?
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Web logging |
A project to investigate what the 'blog revolution' is all about, and how blogs can be used in teaching and learning. Includes a website where you can explore a blog, and a research report summarising the project findings. Who's
it for?
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