Edition 61, October 2008

Nationwide e-learning events

The national training system's e-learning strategy, the Australian Flexible Learning Framework (Framework), is hosting a series of events across Australia during November and December to showcase the successful application of e-learning by training providers and industry. 

ACT e-learning showcase
2 December 2008

Location: Canberra Institute of Technology, Reid Campus, Constitution Avenue, Reid, ACT

The ACT e-learning showcase will explore the innovative use of e-learning to deliver education and training. Join us to hear, see and learn from local registered training organisations with exciting examples of e-learning practices for learners located both in the ACT and across Australia. Further details about the showcase will be uploaded to http://flexiblelearning.net.au/ACT, as they become available.

Contact: Kerry Manikis on 02 6207 3267 or email kerry.manikis@cit.act.edu.au

E-learning 08
4 - 5 December 2008

Location: University of NSW Roundhouse, Anzac Parade, Kensington, NSW

E-learning 08 is a celebration and showcase of technology enhanced education and training practices in New South Wales. You are invited to join colleagues from across the sector to explore ways in which new and emerging technologies can support learners and improve the delivery of training. This event will feature keynote speaker Mark Pesce, researcher, teacher and futurist; and will include a launch of the inaugural Horizon.au report by Larry Johnson and Alan Levine from New Media Consortium; hands on workshops; and Kate Carruthers will lead an interactive enterprise panel. Further details about the event will be available from http://flexiblelearning.net.au/NSW, as they become available.

Contact: Melanie Doriean on 02 9244 5784 or email melanie.doriean@det.nsw.edu.au

E-nabling NT - taking the show on the road 08
19 - 24 October 2008

Location: Various locations throughout the NT.

E-nabling NT - taking the show on the road 08 aims to inspire and inform by showcasing technology for teaching and learning. This event will be travelling to 14 locations across the Northern Territory from 19-24 October. Visit the event nearest you to see how e-learning is skilling the NT; explore job and business training opportunities; access free training resources; and try, play and test out new technologies. Further details about the event will be uploaded to http://flexiblelearning.net.au/NT, as they become available.

Contact: Katharina Gerste on 08 8942 1651 or email enablingnt@flexiblelearning.net.au

The big VET es - e-learn, e-communicate, e-collaborate, e-innovate
24 November 2008

Location: Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, Cnr Merivale and Glenelg Streets, South Bank, QLD

The big VET es will explore the use of technology to support and deliver education and training. The event will host international speaker Jonathan Finkelstein from LearningTimes, an online community of education and training professionals. Mr Finkelstein will discuss and demonstrate how online communities can enhance and foster workplace and industry opportunities by creating a social presence in a virtual world. Mark Harris from Southbank TAFE will present his research on the retirement intentions of an ageing VET workforce and its impact on VET organisations, while Brad Beach from Gipps TAFE Victoria will explore virtual worlds in Second Life. Further details about the event will be uploaded to http://flexiblelearning.net.au/QLD, as they become available.

Contact: Rhonda Appo on 07 3307 4707 or email rhonda.appo@deta.qld.gov.au

e-dayz08
13 - 14 November 2008

Location: TAFE SA, Gilles Plains Campus, Blacks Rd, Gilles Plains, SA

e-dayz08 will showcase the outstanding achievements and advancements made in e-learning in South Australia. This event will host international keynote speaker Jonathan Finkelstein from LearningTimes, an online community of education and training professionals. Further details about the event will be uploaded to http://flexiblelearning.net.au/SA, as they become available.

Contact: Margaret Granger on 08 8688 3643 or email margaret.granger@tafesa.edu.au

Showcasing Innovation in Tasmanian Training
27 November 2008

Location: Wrest Point Convention Centre, Wrest Point, 410 Sandy Bay Road, Sandy Bay, TAS

Tasmanian registered training organisations and their partners have undertaken ground breaking work in 2008. Join us at Showcasing Innovation in Tasmanian Training and see what the possibilities are for your organisation, and discover what free products and resources are available. This event will host internationally renowned Jonathan Finkelstein of LearningTimes, an online community of education and training professionals. Further details about the event will be uploaded to http://flexiblelearning.net.au/TAS, as they become available.

Contact: Fiona Huskinson on 03 6233 2140 or email fiona.huskinson@skills.tas.gov.au

conVerge 2008
4 - 5 December 2008

Location: William Angliss Institute of TAFE, 555 La Trobe St, Melbourne, VIC

conVerge 2008 will showcase outstanding e-learning achievements in Victoria. Come along and be inspired, motivated, educated and entertained by examples of the implementation and application of technology to enhance learning and delivery. Keynote speakers are Sue Waters from Challenger TAFE, WA and Robyn Archer from Connex Melbourne. Further details about the event will be uploaded to http://flexiblelearning.net.au/VIC, as they become available.

Contact: Brooke Heather on 03 9661 8719 or email brooke.heather@eworks.edu.au

Innovate08
17 November 2008

Location: Parmelia Hilton and Cliftons, 14 Mill Street, Perth, WA

Innovate08 is an exciting professional development and networking opportunity for education and training professionals in Western Australia. The event will include a range of exciting, hands-on e-learning workshops and professional development sessions. Innovate08 will host international keynote speaker, Jonathan Finkelstein from LearningTimes, an online community of education and training professionals. Further details about the event will be uploaded to http://flexiblelearning.net.au/WA, as they become available.

Contact: Jodi Froude on 08 9229 5319 or email jodi.froude@det.wa.edu.au

For more information contact the Australian Flexible Learning Framework on 07 3307 4700, enquiries@flexiblelearning.net.au or visit www.flexiblelearning.net.au

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