Post on 20-Aug-2015
RE-DEFINING THE LEARNING ARCHITECTURE
IN YOUR SCHOOL
Tony Carrucan
CEO Mediasphere
tonyc@mediasphere.com.au
Mediasphere is a leading Australian e-Learning company with a focus on:
Web-based e-Learning platforms Digital content development iPhone/iPad/mobile app development Web 2.0 business communities School / Alumni Portals Web services – database integration e-commerce gateways Web-based Content portals Multi-platform delivery
Mediasphere Holdings Pty Ltd
Key Australian Awards 2003 - 2011 IEAA Excellence Award in International
Education, 2009 (QLD Gov’t – Study Abroad ESOS Compliance Program)
GITC Accredited 2008 Mincom Connect Award 2007/2008 ICT Premiers Export Award 2007 -regional
AIMIA Finalist 2005 - Education AIMIA Finalist 2004 - Education AIMIA Finalist 2003 - Education AIIA Finalist 2005 – Corporate Security
IDP Award for Excellence and Innovation in International Education 2004
Australian Flexible Learning Framework Queensland Flexible Learning Awards 2003, 2004
Annual Learning Technologies Recognition (ALTR) Award 2004
GOVERNMENT
Dept of Cabinet and Premier
Mental Health Review
Treasury
CORPORATE EDUCATION
Education Queensland Intern’l
School Websites
School e-Business and
Alumni Network
Your online classroom
Redefining Learning Architecture
21st Century Learning Microsoft Innovation in Education Cloud Computing Social Network Opportunities School Cloud Virtual Learning Environments
John Paul College - JPConnectPowerhouse Campus
e-Portfolios Future Planning Frameworks for Schools IT
Did You Know?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d8W1WuxGniE
Refreshing and Optimising ICT Investment in Schools
ICT planning has focused school computer networks, servers, computer labs and one-to-one computing
Many independent schools, however, are launching into the next phase of ICT strategy
This phase optimises current infrastructure to foster and deliver communities of learning
Consider unlocking the silos of data and provide web access to students teachers and parents – web portals
Equipping Students to enter the 21st Century Workforce
“A fundamental shift is needed in how we approach education worldwide. The advent of new technology fuels constant innovations leading students to acquire new skills that will help them adapt and thrive in this new digital era.”
THESE SKILLS ARE:Ways of thinking• Creativity and innovation• Critical thinking, problem solving, decision making
Ways of working• Communication• Collaboration (teamwork)
Ways of Living in the world• Citizenship – local and global• Life and career• Personal & social responsibility• Delivering high percentage of STEM-D Skills
Tools for working• Information literacy• ICT literacy
ATC21S PROGRAM AT A GLANCE - http://atc21s.org/
University-run
Company-sponsored
WHO
WHAT
White papers:
Methodologies
Technology
Learning environment
Policy framework
21st-century skills
Framework and LearningProgression for:
Collaborative problem-solving
ICT literacy: learning through digital networks
WHERE
Founder countries:
Australia
Finland
Singapore
United Kingdom
United States
Associate countries: Costa Rica
Russia
More to be announced
WHEN
Three-year project: 2009-2012
Five phases
1. Conceptualizing: 5 whitepapers
2. Hypothesis defining path novice to expert
3. Developing assessments, learning interventions and tasks for 2 skills that span 4 areas: cognitive labs and pilots
4. Large scale trials
5. Dissemination and scale framework in countries around the world
WHY
Improve teaching and learning
Prepare the next generation of talent
Aid countries to become more national competitive
Help countries influence and better prepare for international assessments
Your School Baseline Measurements
What is Cloud Computing?
Typical School Network
Santee School District 2011
Introduced cloud computing for Grades 3 to 8 students to access their resources, applications and collaboration tools
Santee School District 2011
Extending Education Beyond the Classroom
Change in the 1:1 focus on devices to access The "Cloud Computing" technology is an entirely
web-enabled computing system. The computing environment is based within the
district technology network and links to the web-based cloud technology
Single logon to school and cloud With the cloud students open web-based desktops
NSW DET and the Essential School Science Test - 2010
DET wanted to improve Year 8 Science tests by using interactive lab style assessment
The test – an online test conducted simultaneously for 65,000 students
The cost - $200,000 for the server infrastructure
http://www.schools.nsw.edu.au/learning/7-12assessments/essa/index.php
NSW DET and the Cloud Solution
DET launched the Essential School Science Test in 2010 to 650,000 students in 650 schools
The test was hosted in the cloud by Microsoft on 300 Azure servers
The cost - $40 per hour per server The outcome – the test was conducted
successfully on 1 day for $500
Microsoft Azure
Azure Cloud Services
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=horkllJi1ds
Sky Drives
http://www.microsoft.com/liveatedu/learn-about-office-365.aspx
Amazon Elastic Cloud Services
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c_5h5vSlhHE
Interactive Gaming Platforms
Microsoft Surface 2.0
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=keAp6iLiyWw&feature=related
Zooming into the History of Italy
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V2q-U02HLb0
www.glogster.com
www.wetoku.com
www.prezi.com.au
The Education Revolution
How can you create a connected school with communities of learning?
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An example of a Connected Learning Community
Microsoft SharePoint 2007 Scholaris 2007 Mediasphere
Your online classroom
The e-Learning Disconnect in Schools
Powerhouse Dashboards
Digital Glue
Linking your content and
applications into Teacher, Student
and Parent Dashboards
14 School and Parent Dashboards
Powerhouse Campus VLE
Builds a School e-Community Intranet Builds a School Virtual Learning Environment Builds instant integration with school systems Builds automatic teacher collaboration Manages and delivers of digital curriculum content 14 dashboards – teacher, student, parent ..... Provides instant communication and sharing Publishes class and extracurricular pages
Powerhouse Campus
o Custom Class dashboardso Links with Moodle, Studywiz,
Bb, ClickView & all web appso Links your school library and
digital resourceso Online access to curriculum,
newsletters, reports, attendance, calendars...
o Pages for students, teachers, coaches, admin and parents
o Custom widgets to add functionality and integration
o Secure school / home access
Powerhouse Campus
My Class and My
Activity PagesMy
Dashboard
Class ToolsHomework Function
Class ToolsHomework Function
Class ToolsForum Function
Assignment Dropbox
Teachers can: view or download
student work download zipped files
of all class assignments add comments on work add quick marks,
grades or comments close dropbox choose to Mark
Assignments Upload student work
Class Tool Settings
Adding New Class Pages
Adding New Class Pages
Adding New Class Pages
Class Page Content Block
Class Page Content Block
Class Page Content Block
Add Class Page Content with Widgets
Widget Dashboard
Adding a video widget
Adding a video widget
Parent Dashboard
Practical Sessionhttp://powerhousecampus.mediasphererp.com
Login: teacher05
Password: teacher05
Login: parent
Password: parent
Login: scadmin
Password: scadmin
Powerhouse Campus Tools
eCourse
eTest
eBook eSurvey
LMS Widgets
e-Portfolios
Practical Sessionhttp://myedcube.com
Login: amelia
Password: 111
How will your ICT strategy integrate and foster the use of flexible learning spaces?
Flexible work spacesRich communication areas
Catering for different learning
styles and learning moods
State Schools of Tomorrow $1 billion Tomorrow Schools Initiative Delivering a world-class education in 21st century
teaching and learning environments Building and renewing groups of neighbouring
state schools to support teaching and learning Sharing high-quality facilities, resources and
technologies between schools and community
Providing broad curriculum choices and increased educational opportunities
State Schools of Tomorrow
Planning the next phase of your ICT Strategy for your school
Your Strategic ICT PlanEssential Questions
• What are you trying to create?
Creating Common Vision
• Who are you creating it for?
Know Thy Customer
• How will you organize your work?
Define Scope
• What process will discipline your effort?
Disciplined Methodology
• What factors are critical for success?
Establish Common Language
• What assets are required to support your success factors?
Remember… Less is More
Where to from here? Prioritise your learning and communication
goalsReal-time tracking and assessment Online reportingAdmin efficiency – e-forms, roll marking, Student publishing – e-foliosIntegrated communication and collaborationOnline newslettersSporting and cultural communicationIntegrated calendarsStudent, teacher, parent and community portals
Questions and Comments
Mediasphere
School based ICT, Web and E-learning consultancy and services
tonyc@mediasphere.com.au
www.broadlearn.comwww.mediasphere.com.au