This free one-day conference on Sunday June 16 will explore the concepts behind the Digital Technologies strand of the K-6 Science & Technology syllabus and will connect educators working within the each stage. Primary teachers from all sectors (Public, Catholic & Independent) as well as pre-service teachers are welcome to attend. This conference will be held at Emanuel School in Randwick, Sydney.
Following the conference, a cross-sector network will be established to provide ongoing support for classroom practitioners as they continue to embed Digital Technologies into their programs.
Program Overview
9 - 10am: James Curran from the Australian Computing Academy will unpack the concepts behind Digital Technologies in the NSW Technologies syllabuses and the Australian Curriculum: Digital Systems, Data Representation, Data Collection and Data Interpretation, Specification, Algorithms and Implementation, Interactions, Impact. This talk will explain the 10 key concepts with practical examples of how they can be taught in the classroom.
10 - 4pm: STEM | STEAM | CODING | DESIGN | MAKING | PBL with Gary Stager. Following an inspiring keynote on New Opportunities for Physical Computing, this workshop will introduce remarkable new technologies that may be used today to amplify the potential of each learner and expand the breadth, depth, and range of projects possible. The day will feature programming activities, hands-on experience with the low-cost BBC micro:bit, and a creative engineering challenge using the new Hummingbird Bit robotics kit.
Learn how Scratch 3.0, BBC micro:bits, the new Hummingbird Bit robotics kit, Circuit Playground Express, Microsoft Makecode, microblocks, and other emerging technology can supercharge project-based learning across the curriculum. Not only is it unprecedented for as much computational power to be accessible to children and usable in a playful creative fashion, but the low cost of these materials democratise powerful learning opportunities. These technologies and related constructive materials create great opportunities to bring progressive education ideals to life in any school. They also provide a fertile context for learning coding, engineering, and physical computing. During the workshop, we will also discuss how to supercharge project-based learning across the curriculum.
4 - 5pm: TeachMeet. Network with other educators working in the same stage, sharing pictures and puzzles of practice. Teachers will share practical ideas of how they are embedding DigiTech concepts and content into their programs.
Morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and barista coffee will be provided. Please bring your reusable coffee cup and water bottle.
Please register your interest in attending or presenting at this event
We are seeking EOIs from teachers who would like to share how they are embedding Digital Technologies in their programs. This will be a session focused on pictures and puzzles of practice.
Important Information
When: June 16, 2019 from 9am - 5pm, (arrive from 8:30am)
Where: Emanuel School, 20 Stanley St, Randwick, Sydney. The entrance to the school is on the corner of Stanley and Avoca Streets. Parking is available on the nearby streets.
Signing In: When you arrive at Emanuel School you will need to sign in with the security team at the front gate. You will be issued with a name tag that you need to wear during the day. Please remember to bring photo ID that matches your registration details.
Technology: Remember to bring a laptop and charger. Guest wifi will be accessible on the day.
Contact Details: If you have any problems, please contact Sophie Poisel - spoisel@emanuelschool.nsw.edu.au or 0403 137 233. If for some reason you can no longer attend, please let us know for catering purposes.
Coffee and Food: At Emanuel School, we are trying to reduce our environmental footprint. Complimentary barista coffee will be available from 8:30-11:30am. Please bring a reusable coffee cup and water bottle to refill if you have one. As mentioned during registration, all food served will be vegetarian. Individual dietary requirements have been noted. We would like to thank our additional sponsors for their support with this event. ASI has provided lunch and the coffee cart, and Coder Academy has provided morning tea. They will have time to speak to you and toys for you to play with during break times.
Teacher Identified Professional Learning Hours: These are the standards we will be addressing throughout the conference.
> 2.6.2 Use effective teaching strategies to integrate ICT into learning and teaching programs to make selected content relevant and meaningful.
> 3.4.2 Select and/or create and use a range of resources, including ICT, to engage students in their learning.
> 6.3.2 Contribute to collegial discussions and apply constructive feedback from colleagues to improve professional knowledge and practice.
> 7.4.2 Participate in professional and community networks and forums to broaden knowledge and improve practice.
Survey: We would love your feedback following the event. Please respond to our survey at some point during the day. We hope to build a cross-sector network to continue to learn from each other. We are hoping to organise another session in Term 3. If for some reason you do not want to be part of this network, you may opt-out.
If you have any questions please contact Sophie Poisel, K-6 Innovation Leader, Emanuel School spoisel@emanuelschool.nsw.edu.au