APP00Adobe Premiere Pro- Video Editing for BeginnersCourse rating:

Adobe Premiere Pro is widely recognised as an industry standard when creating edited video sequences in a PC environment. This training course introduces the basic concepts of editing video using Adobe Premiere. Participants will become familiar with the Adobe Premiere interface and will use various tools to produce a professional-looking video editing sequence. On completion, participants will ha More

BYF00Integrating yoga into the classroomCourse rating:

This workshop will cover -A practical session exploring the poses -Physical benefits of particular yoga postures -History of Yoga -Different types of Yoga -Yoga philosophy -Meditation techniques -Yoga teaching techniques -Safe routines to teach from 5 min-50 mins -Visual and theory notes. As a popular method of healthy lifestyle in our culture, introducing students to yoga in school teaches them More

CCT00Creating Core Teaching Strategies in Stage 6 PlaybuildingCourse rating:

Dr. Christine Hatton is a co-trainer for the Stage 6 Playbuilding workshop. The workshop will explore effective ways for teachers to construct core playbuilding strategies in the Preliminary Year which create the foundational skills, knowledge and understanding for the HSC Group Performance. The workshop will practically unpack how these units of work can be created to ensure that there is pedagog More

Wondering how to improve teaching and learning across your school? This course will explore the benefits and importance of Learning Communities in schools and the enhanced teaching and learning that results from such teamwork. The Lesson Study Model will be explored as a means of developing teaching practice within schools. Teachers will also be taken through the Action Research model developed b More

This course will demonstrate some of the creative ways to utulise Photoshop for drawing and illustration. Participants will learn through the application of simple tools that they are able to create illustrations that can be used in a variety of different educational situations. This course will focus upon a variety of different tools such as the use of vectors, pens tools, custom shapes and the c More

GAT00Mastering Drama Games and WarmupsCourse rating:

This course looks at the structures and management required to achieve creative focus in the classroom. It involves games, practical structures and playbuilding techniques from a concrete to a complex abstract level. Focus is one of the key elements of drama. When taught well, students are able to stay in their work and develop it to more complex levels. More

IPS00Classroom Playbuilding in PracticeCourse rating:

How do students become proficient at making their own dramas using theme playbuilding conventions and techniques and different narrative structures? And, how do teachers effectively lead this important learning in the classroom? This workshop considers these questions and will practically unpack the critical issues and challenges for teachers. It will deconstruct the learning process and will expl More

MDB00MAC Digital BasicsCourse rating:

Lose the anxiety of using a MAC with a relaxed and friendly approach to utilising the digital software that comes with your MAC. In this course we will explore the MAC Interface & Keyboard; Setting up printers; Understanding system preferences, Saving your files & file management; Burning DVDs & CDs and backing up your files. The course will also explore the basics of iPhoto, iMovie & iDVD. Gain t More

PHE00Photoshop ElementsCourse rating:

Photoshop Elements is an essential program to edit and create basic graphics in your classroom. Learn to harness basic skills in image editing, create gif images for websites, colour correction, and utilise the tools in Elements. Participants will become familiar with Photoshop Elements interface and tools.Photoshop Elements software is included on all laptops issued by the State Government and is More

PLA00HSC Group Project SuccessCourse rating:

Playbuilding is the cornerstone of drama teaching and determines the quality of much of students' assessable work. This course acknowledges the importance of this technique and advances teachers' considerable skills in the area, with new techniques and ideas from here and around the world. Martial arts, internal psychology, performance art, contact improvisation and dance are introduced to teacher More

PRP00Podcasting with AudacityCourse rating:

A course for teachers of Drama, English, History, Music and ICT. Learn the basics of creating a podcast. You will add sound effects to a pre-recorded storyline and interact with it. This proven activity increases your students' engagement with the topic as they become the character, reporter or documentary maker. English teachers get students to overcome writers' block and assist their developing More

SMA00Stop Motion AnimationCourse rating:

A practical course where you will create a stop motion film using animation software. Teachers will be provided with a teaching framework to take back into the classroom. A program outline, visual resources and worksheets will be to make this a workable unit in the classroom. Teachers will work in small groups, developing a narrative, map out a storyboard, create set & characters for their film, More

Success Secrets For Savvy Casual Teachers: How to get booked solid, make a real impact with every class, and get asked back again and again. Are you a casual relief teacher? Do you want more relief teaching days? Do you want to be a school's number one replacement teacher? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of the students you teach? Then this seminar is for you! In this exciting More

The most important factor contributing to the teaching and learning in schools is the teacher. As teachers we are always searching for ways in which to develop the learning of our students. This course draws on the research of John Hattie to present the most effective teaching practices and how to develop them in the classroom. Teachers will be provided with a number of strategies and methods for More

THM00Teaching HSC MonologueCourse rating:

An individual project for the HSC based course for teachers managing performance projects. The most popular project choice for the HSC can be difficult for teachers to supervise without directing. This course will not only provide strategies for supervising this project to success but will also free up the teacher's time because its strategies are student based. The participants will receive a res More

A one day practical workshop experientially exploring some of the fundemental principles of Jacques Lecoq's actor training. Teachers learn through participation. Areas of study include - neutral mask, the elements, and materials. More