30th April 2013: 4:00 pm The role of programming in ICT has been a key focus over the past few months with the Education Secretary, firmly backing ‘coding’ in the ICT curriculum. This online session will introduce delegates to two freely-available software programs that can be used to create simple games, animations and applications. Delegates [...]
Microsoft Partners in Learning is a 10-year, almost 500 million dollar global initiative aimed at improving teaching and learning to help educators and school leaders connect, collaborate, create, and share so that students can realize their greatest potential.
This on-line session will introduce teachers to Partners in Learning and the software available from the Microsoft learning suite.
The learning suite includes FREE tools such as OneNote, Songsmith, DeepZoome, PhotoSynth, Mouse Mischief, Worldwide Telescope, Skydrive and Kodu to name but a few.
Starting at 16:00 this session will last approximately 45/60 minutes and be conducted via Adobe Connect. All the equipment you will need is access to a PC with a set of headphones and microphone. If you aren’t sure what to do we will happily run a quick test session with you first.
Space still available on: 02/05/2013 starting at 16:00
Video conferencing (VC) is a way of using technology to connect people whether between schools, between regions or between countries. Using a broadband connection, a web/video camera and a television you can see and hear each other.
Getting started with video conferencing doesn’t mean having to spending lots of money. As a minimum all you need is a web cam with microphone and speakers connected to a computer running windows on your broadband connection. With this you can use the FREE video conferencing software Janet Desktop.
This session will look at the use of Video conferencing in the classroom, what you need, setting up for a session and example projects. We will also look at the various content providers you can book for your sessions as well as using it as a collaboration tool between schools.
The session is designed for those wanting to get started with the technology or just investigating its potential.
Starting at 16:00, the session will last approximately 45 minutes and be conducted through Adobe Connect. All you will need is access to a PC and a set of headphones. If you aren’t sure what to do just let us know and one of the team will happily contact you to run a quick test session with you first.
The role of programming in ICT has been a key focus over the past few months with the Education Secretary, firmly backing ‘coding’ in the ICT curriculum. This online session will introduce delegates to two freely-available software programs that can be used to create simple games, animations and applications. Delegates will learn the basics of programming in Scratch and an overview of Microsoft’s Kodu, looking at how they can be used within the curriculum.
As Scratch is widely used in primary school code clubs we will also reserve some time to look at setting up a club at school and what’s required.
Starting at 4:00 this session will last approximately 45/60 minutes and be conducted through Adobe Connect. All you will need is access to a PC and a set of headphones. If you aren’t sure what to do we will happily run a quick test session with you first.
Microsoft Partners in Learning is a 10-year, almost 500 million dollar global initiative aimed at improving teaching and learning to help educators and school leaders connect, collaborate, create, and share so that students can realize their greatest potential.
This on-line session will introduce teachers to Partners in Learning and the software available from the Microsoft learning suite.
The learning suite includes FREE tools such as OneNote, Songsmith, DeepZoome, PhotoSynth, Mouse Mischief, Worldwide Telescope, Skydrive and Kodu to name but a few.
Starting at 16:00 this session will last approximately 45/60 minutes and be conducted via Adobe Connect. All the equipment you will need is access to a PC with a set of headphones and microphone. If you aren’t sure what to do we will happily run a quick test session with you first.
With the opening of the new Apple store in Trinity – Leeds, schools form the region are now able to take students on a Field Trip to the Store for an unforgettable learning experience. On their Field Trip, students can create something amazing right on the spot. Or they can bring in a project they’ve already created and turn the store into a theatre, sharing their achievements with parents, teachers and friends. No matter which option you choose, everyone will have a great time.
Not just for students.
They have also opened up the Field Trip programme to teachers.. They willl show you how Apple products make great tools for teaching and learning, and you’ll have a great time in the process.
Who can take part in a Field Trip?
Field Trips are open to all primary and secondary school students and teachers in the UK. Each event can accommodate up to 25 students.
How long is a Field Trip?
“Creating” Field Trips last up to 90 minutes, and “Showcasing” Field Trips last up to one hour. Apple ask that you arrive 15 minutes prior to your event to allow for setup. To schedule more time, contact a Specialist at the Store.
When can I schedule a Field Trip?
Apple offer Field Trips every autumn and spring. Registration is now open for weekday events at the store up to the 31 May. Details on the year-round youth programmes can be found on the Apple Youth website.
Click HERE to visit the Apple Field Trip registration page.
A videoconferencing opportunity in true ‘Euro Vision’ style for YHGfL member primary schools.
Schools will perform a short song, no longer than 3 minutes in a MFL. (French, German or Spanish)
Schools will watch other schools perform, then after a short break, vote for the best performance reporting back in true Euro Vision style – there will be no ‘0 points’
Performances will be judged along the lines of:
Are the children joining in?
Is it an enthusiastic performance?
Are the children having fun?
The winning school will then perform their song again, and have the opportunity of the performance been featured on YHGfL’s video host eViews (subject to copyright).
Certificates will be awarded to all schools.
Time is dependent on the number of schools taking part, expected to run 1.00 to 3.00 approx
As usual YHGfL will be able to support any schools new to the technology and has an amount of loan equpment available.
The mission of Code Club is to give every child in the UK the chance to learn to code. It is their aim to have Code Club in 25% of primary schools in the UK by the end of 2015.
Teachers or volunteers can run Code Club after-school at their local school or community centre. Children attend Code Club once a week, normally for 1 hour to learn the basics of coding.
The project uses Scratch, free software available from MIT .
The Scratch website is well worth a visit as it contains a number of resource sheets, a user friendly guide to getting started and help cards for complete beginners. You can see more information on the YHGfL website HERE about scratch and the links to the scratch site.
YHGfL also run on-line CPD session for teachers on scratch , click HERE for a list of our workshops. (most are also available by request). We can also help schools get started with their own code club.
The code club website has all the information and resources about setting up a code club and once started you may want to add your club to the national map.
Why not get your students and colleagues creating Scratch based Red Nose Day games?
Scratch your nose is aiming to create an awesome day in support for Red Nose Day through a National Games Jam with students, teachers and industry from everywhere creating and sharing games in Scratch.
Volunteer University Students and school students have started to add resources and links on www.scratchyournose.com please register to offer your support and get updates.
For further information on scratch you can visit the YHGfL website HERE
Microsoft Partners in Learning is a 10-year, almost 500 million dollar global initiative aimed at improving teaching and learning to help educators and school leaders connect, collaborate, create, and share so that students can realize their greatest potential.
This on-line session will introduce teachers to Partners in Learning and the software available from the Microsoft learning suite.
The learning suite includes FREE tools such as OneNote, Songsmith, DeepZoome, PhotoSynth, Mouse Mischief, Worldwide Telescope, Skydrive and Kodu to name but a few.
Starting at 16:00 this session will last approximately 45/60 minutes and be conducted via Adobe Connect. All the equipment you will need is access to a PC with a set of headphones and microphone. If you aren’t sure what to do we will happily run a quick test session with you first.
YHGfL are marking book week this year by giving schools the fantastic opportunity to take part in a video conference session with the author David Webb (see http://www.david-webb.info/). David will be running a range of sessions tailored to the group of children involved with plenty of opportunities to discuss his work, ask him questions about his books and what it’s like to be an author. Maybe your children could read some of their work to him. If you and your pupils would like the opportunity to meet David we now have a very limited number of slots available – book now to avoid disappointment!
To take part in this video conference you will need as a minimum a web cam with microphone and a speaker set connected to a computer running windows on your broadband connection. With this we will be using the FREE video conferencing software Janet Desktop. We can also connect to schools registered with JVCS on their usual video conferencing system or PVX software. YHGfL and some LAs also have systems that can be loaned out if necessary.
