ICTEV 2006 Conference - ICT connecting learning
ICT in Education Victoria proudly announces its 27th annual state conference, ICT connecting learning, to be held at Melbourne Grammar School, South Yarra on Saturday 13th May 2006. This conference focuses on weaving ICT into every facet of education, connecting students and teachers in their learning through a broad range of resources and skills. The conference theme ICT connecting learning describes the range of approaches that connects and engages learners in significant and purposeful ways, seeing information communication technology as supportive of their knowledge needs, providing them with the means to be energetic and collaborative in their learning journey.
The renowned challenging and inspirational international speaker Jamie McKenzie will address this conference. Jamie encourages increased commitment to professional development along with networks to support exploration and reasoning. That means investing in staff development so that the computers don't go to waste.
I think the main thing is that they need to keep remembering that this is about children and it's about learning and questions ... The reason we invest in a network is to bring rich information into the classroom, but it only makes sense to have rich information in the classroom if you're going to let kids ask questions and explore questions. If that isn't part of your classroom you could save a whole lot of money. Jamie McKenzie
This conference promises to deliver school principals, ICT leaders, primary, secondary, and tertiary educators, technicians and specialists with a range of hands-on sessions that will allow them to explore and examine best practice examples across the entire curriculum. See first hand what is topical and exiciting in the areas of ICT in education and new approaches to technology that can enhance learning. 'Master Classes' with Jamie McKenzie will be offered for the first time at an annual state conference of the ICTEV.
Sponsored by:
Commander
Lenovo
iBurst
Commander is a leading Information Communication Technology (ICT) solutions provider. Established over 20 years ago as a telephone company, Commander has evolved to now provide and support a full range of data, voice, mobility and network products and services to over 125,000 organisations throughout Australia.
Commander is also one of Australia's leading providers of ICT solutions to the education marketplace. As an accredited Education ICT partner, Commander offers the very best in professionalism, reliability and experience in the supply and post sale service of ICT solutions to education.
At Commander we understand that educational institutions have specific ICT user and support requirements. To meet these requirements, we have a national team focused solely on education and we work closely with world leading technology companies to ensure that we can offer the latest and most reliable ICT solutions available to the education marketplace.
For all your ICT requirments, including iBurst mobile broadband and Lenovo Thinkpads, contact us today on 133 555 841.
Studywiz
Come see why the Virtual Learning Environment Studywiz is gaining international acclaim from schools in the USA, UK, Europe, Asia and Australia! Studywiz is packed full of features including support for Podcasting, eLockers, 3D Galleries and much more. Studywiz manages and delivers school educational resources in an appealing and intuitive way, making eLearning an extremely practical tool for students, teachers and parents. To find further information please visit www.studywiz.com
Wireless connectivity
ICTEV is proud to be able, through the sponsorship of iBurst, to provide all delegates with wireless connectivity to the internet at its annual conference. This also means of course access to web emails and LAN where relevant.
iBurst will also be offering a 'conference special' for teachers who might like to take up their own membership of this wireless network. Delivering consistent 1Mbps real-world user data rates today, quality coverage, and range exceeding cellular networks even in challenging urban environments, iBurst system delivers excellent network performance. Come and try it free for yourself! All details to enalbe you to log on with your own laptop will be provided on registration. Technical support is available in the Trade Show area.
Annual General Meeting
The 2006 ICTEV AGM of members will take place at 1.30pm on Saturday 13th May 2006 at the conference in Room 1 of Wadhurst. Members make sure you are part of the decision making process.
Trade exhibitors
All trade exhibitors are located in the atrium of Wadhurst, allowing delegates to peruse a range of curriculum resources at their leisure. Morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and cocktails will be within the surrounds of the Trade Show.
| Stand No. |
Exhibitor |
| 1 |
MicroStar Publishing |
| 2 |
Adobe |
| 3 |
Hawker Brownlow |
| 4 |
AV Media |
| 5 |
Zip Tales |
| 6 |
Educational Experience |
| 7 |
Thomson Learning |
| 8 & 9 |
IBS Audio Visual |
| 10 |
Curriculum Corporation |
| 11 |
Marcom Projects |
| 12 |
Faculty of Education, University of Melbourne |
| 13 |
2Simple Software |
| 14 |
Jacaranda |
| 15 & 16 |
Commander, Lenovo, iBurst |
| 17 |
Aussie Telecom |
| 18 |
Etech Tasmania |
| 19 |
Winworld Computer Services |
| 20 |
Electroboard |
| 21 |
SchoolKiT |
| 22 |
Data Works |
Prizes
There are three categories of prizes to be won at the end of the conference. All prizes will be drawn at the Cocktail Party commencing at 5pm. To be in the running for the prizes you must visit 12 of the stands in the Trade Show, at the end of your visit, ask for your passport to be stamped or signed. When you have visited 10 stands, pass your passport and evaluation sheet in to the Registration Desk prior to 5pm for entry in to the prize draws.
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Late Breaking News
New session available!
11.35am Room 8
Interactive Whiteboards: an overview of compatible software
Interactive whiteboards are becoming a regular feature in school classrooms, providing teachers of all subjects with a very powerful tool for whole class teaching. Come and explore software designed especially to make practical use of this new exciting technology. All software shown is compatible with interactive whiteboards from different manufacturers. The titles we'll showcase all assist teachers to effectively communicate learning concepts, and work to attract students to learning where they might otherwise be put off. Areas covered will include: literacy, numeracy, science, and will all be leading titles from Cambridge-Hitachi, Granada Learning, Riverdeep and Sherston.
Location
The Atrium, Wadhurst Campus, Melbourne Grammar School, Domain Rd, South Yarra Vic
Melways Ref: 2L; A2
Date
Saturday 13th May 2006
Laptops
This year's conference is offering wireless connectivity. To enjoy this facility, your laptop must be Wi-Fi enabled or have an Intel Centrino chip installed or be equipped with a 802.11b/g wireless card.
Participants are encouraged to bring their own laptop to each presentation to fully participate in this conference.
Workshop sessions
Workshop sessions are limited to 20 persons to ensure that all participants have access to an individual computer.
Prebooking
To ensure you are able to attend all your presentations and workshops, you are able to prebook when you register online.
Pricing
Registration includes:
Keynote address
All conference sessions
Morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and cocktail party
Conference satchel
Registration fees:
ICTEV Member $187
ICTEV Regional Member $165
Non Member $245
Student** $44
** Photocopy of current student card is to accompany the conference registration form and payment to secure this special rate.
Cancellations
There is no refund if less than one week of notice is given to the ICTEV Office. Cancellation prior to this will incur a $60 cancellation fee.
Parking
Parking will be available at CARE Parking, 13-21 Palmerston Crescent, South Melbourne. The carpark will be open from 7am until 8pm. Map available when you download Conference Logistics.
The venue can be reached by public transport, with the closest train station being 'Flinders Street'. The St Kilda Road tram can take you from the station to the corner of St Kilda and Domain Roads. To check further public transport details: www.metlinkmelbourne.com.au
Catering
The annual conference is fully catered with continuous tea and coffee facilities. Those with special dietary requirements should complete the appropriate section on the registration form.
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