2010 Columns Archive
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August-September:
The significance of the establishment of the Queensland Education Leadership Institute (QELI) cannot be underestimated. Launched at a Parliament House breakfast on August 25 by Premier Anna Bligh and Minister Wilson, QELI promises to lay the foundations for a new generation of skilled, visionary leaders for our 21st century schools.
July:
The consultation period on A Flying Start for Queensland Children has now ended, and I'm proud to look back on a truly comprehensive statewide program to garner public feedback.
June:
State Education Week is surely one of the jewels in the crown of the department's calendar, with its focus on schools from so many different positive angles.
May:
Two major developments on the education agenda are currently touring the state. Public forums on the A Flying Start for Queensland Children discussion paper continue to be well-attended and well-received.
April:
It seems apt that in the Department of Education and Training's Year of Environmental Sustainability, wider attention should turn to population growth.
March:
Recently there has been regular media coverage of the separate but related issues of bullying and violence in schools.
February:
With school well and truly underway we can turn our attention to the big year ahead. In 2010, we will continue to work towards our vision for a clever, skilled and creative Queensland, with an even stronger focus on the department's seven key priorities and initiatives.
January:
A new year brings changes, new faces and renewed focus, and 2010 is no different.
September: Making students more active is child's play
Certain playground features are associated with significantly increased child physical activity, according to research conducted as part of a child obesity intervention and evaluation study being led by Professor Elizabeth Waters and managed by Dr Lisa Gibbs from the Brockhoff Child Health and Wellbeing Program, McCaughey Centre, University of Melbourne.
August: Thinking together and better during inquiry science units
Professor Robyn Gillies of the University of Queensland was the lead researcher in a project sponsored by the Australian Research Council during 2008-09 exploring how students might be involved in cooperative groups working on inquiry-based science activities.
July: Revving up the Education Revolution
David Robertson is executive director of Independent Schools Queensland which recently co-hosted with John Paul College a conference titled 'The Education Revolution in Action 3 - Developing Digital Learners'
June: Successful students have strong sense of self-control
Professor Deborah Cobb-Clark, director of the Melbourne Institute of Applied Economic and Social Research at the University of Melbourne, is co-author of the study Are Young People's Educational Outcomes Linked to their Sense of Control?
May: Connectedness starts with a simple 'hello'
Dr Chris Sarra, executive director of the Stronger Smarter Institute at the Queensland University of Technology, identifies connectedness with school as the effective route to raising attendance.
April: Bullies can become a solution to bullying
Prof Ken Rigby of the University of South Australia, author of the Enhancing Responses to Bullying in Queensland Schools report for the Queensland Government, has undertaken an evaluation of an anti-bullying strategy finding worldwide acceptance.
March: It's My School too: Students have their say
Adam Smith, chief executive officer of The Foundation for Young Australians, says a new national survey of high school students is a major missing piece of the My School jigsaw.
February: Making the most of the Pre-prep/kindergarten advantage
Attending quality Pre-prep classes is excellent for helping young children prepare for a lifetime of learning, says Queensland University of Technology early childhood lecturer Jennifer Eaton.
January: The brain science of language, reading and learning
Educators have an important role. They increase students' knowledge and build brains, according to Dr Marty Burns, Associate Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Northwestern University in the United States.
September: Rocklea State School
With Principal Dorothy Harkins.
June: Humpybong State School
With Principal Sharon Schimming.
May: Nashville State School
With Principal David Collins.
April: Kaimkillenbun State School
With principal Debbie Buckley.
March: Severnlea State School
With principal Julie Barber.
February: Pentland State School
With principal Belinda Mathews.
January: Happy Valley State School
With principal Carmel McGrath.
September 15:Digital Pedagogy Licence accreditation now more flexible
A relaunch of the Digital Pedagogy Licence Online Course has made the journey of seeking a licence more rewarding and flexible.
August 17: Whole school accredited with Digital Pedagogy Licence
A group of teachers has demonstrated how easy it is to enhance teaching and learning, working together to gain their Digital Pedagogy Licences.
August 17: New deal on interactive whiteboards
The Department of Education and Training is establishing a preferred supplier arrangement (PSA) for the supply of interactive whiteboards (IWB) and associated products to schools, TAFE institutes and corporate offices.
August 17: Register now for Online Literature Festival 2010
Queensland state school teachers are encouraged to register now for this year's Online Literature Festival.
July 21: Students to capture history through technology
Are you looking for a way to engage your students in local history and be in the running to win three iPod Nanos for your school?
July 21: eLearning Innovation Expo sold out!
Registrations for t he eLearning Innovation Expo are no longer available, with more than 400 tickets disappearing within two weeks.
June 09: Students learn first-hand about war:
Three Queensland war veterans have once again mixed the old with the new, using the Learning Place to share with students the history of our great nation.
June 09: Budding artists wanted for cartooning competition:
Students are being encouraged to look to politicians, celebrities, plants and animals for inspiration as part of this year's Online Cartooning competition.
June 09: Albany Creek teachers get technology boost:
A group of Brisbane teachers has been given a technology boost with the installation of 26 interactive whiteboards in their school.
May 12: What's the buzz?:
Are you keen to learn the latest in eLearning from one of the world's youngest digital technology leaders? Enhance your teaching and learning and register for What's the buzz with ICT for Years 7-9 on June 21-22.
May 12: eLearning Innovation Expo back in 2010:
This year's highly anticipated event will take place at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre on August 16-17.
May 12: Nineteen schools shortlisted for Smart Classrooms Student Film Fest 2010:
Dozens of budding Queensland filmmakers have now been identified, with 19 schools making it to the next round of the inaugural Smart Classrooms Student Film Fest.
April 14: OnePortal the solution for Emu Park:
Student absences, school activities, maintenance schedules and equipment bookings... No matter what the issue, Emu Park State School principal Wayne McMurtrie believes the answer lies with the department's new intranet, OnePortal.
April 14: 1300 teachers gain ICT accreditation:
Nearly 1300 Queensland teachers have proven that gaining a Smart Classrooms Professional Development Framework qualification is relatively straightforward and well worth the effort.
April 14: Calling all ICT innovators:
If you or you know a teacher who is integrating ICT into the classroom in an outstanding or innovative way, the Smart Classrooms team wants to know about it.
March 09: Computers for Teachers transform student learning:
A group of Queensland teachers has credited Computers for Teachers with transforming their classrooms and nurturing contemporary learning.
February: Technology creates a better world for orangutans
A group of south-east Queensland students has used the latest classroom technologies to transform their interest in the endangered orangutan into an award-winning production.
February: Program plugs principals into eLearning
State school principals are being encouraged to boost their knowledge of contemporary learning by getting involved in the 2010 eLearning Principal Program.
January: Free cybersmart training available
February 02: Queensland teachers are being given the chance to advance their understanding of the latest digital tools.
January: Experiences at school win big for children
February 02: Great stories and imagination, together with outstanding digital media skills, have proven winners for two Queensland schools.
January: Reset your password without contacting the Service Centre
February 02: If you work in a Queensland state school you can register for the Self Service Password Reset Utility and you won't need to contact the Service Centre to reset your network login password.
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