ABM00Aboriginal MusicCourse rating:

This course introduces you to Australian Indigenous Music. It is best suited to beginner teachers or those unfamiliar with this topic and can cover stages 3, 4, 5 and 6. You will learn about the protocols which need to be followed when teaching Aboriginal Music and also how and where to get this information. You will participate in composition activities for the various stages, incorporate ICT in More

BIC00Beginner ICT Computers in the Music Class RoomCourse rating:

This course is for ICT beginners who would like to integrate technology into their music class rooms, quickly,easily and with minimal outlay. This course will teach you how to use Windows Media Player and, Windows Movie Maker, both of which are free for all PC users. You will create a music video using your own sound and images and then learn how to edit an existing movie sequence, and add you 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

IGI00Integrating GarageBand into the Music ClassroomCourse rating:

The aim of this course is to facilitate teachers who wish to make more use of GarageBand in their programs. The course looks firstly at the main features of GarageBand and the importance of understanding the layout and capabilities of the software. Whilst it is not a requirement to have previous experience with GarageBand, it would be an advantage. The focus will the then turn to utilising GarageB More

MFN01Music for Non-Music TeachersCourse rating:

This course is designed for teachers with no prior musical knowledge, who have been asked to teach Music in secondary classrooms. The course will run through the NSW Music Syllabus and what is required to be taught in Music. Throughout the day you will develop basic performance skills and learn how to teach Music through the three learning experiences. We also will discuss classroom management iss More

This course is designed to prepare curriculum teachers for working with one to one notebook programs. You'll be introduced to using OneNote and a school portal (Moodle, Scholaris etc) with 7-12 classes in NSW. You'll also see how some Web 2.0 applications can be used for class activities. 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

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

How can we harness the latest technology and pedagogy to develop a music classroom fit for the 21st Century? Discover and discuss current Technology the might be applied in the Music Classroom. Discuss how current and emerging technology can influence and change the way music teachers engage with their students and attempt to help them to engage with the music curriculum. Topics to be explored More

The NSW Board of Studies Music 1 Stage 6 syllabus states.. 'improvisation is the simultaneous creation and performance of music.. The improviser draws on known information and seeks to re-order it to produce something different'. The purpose of this workshop is to provide not only 'information' and insight into how to 're-order it' but also how to use this knowledge in the classroom to produce som More

The National Association for Music Education states that, "the blues is one of America's greatest musical treasures. A roots music form that evolved out of African-American work songs, field hollers, spirituals, and country string ballads more than a century ago, the blues is the foundation of virtually every major American music form born in the 20th century, including jazz, rhythm and blues, roc More

The iPad was made for musicians and is rapidly becoming indispensable for musicians and educators at the forefront of their field. With thousands of musical apps available, how do you know which ones will help you and your students? This course will start you on the path to becoming an iPad music maestro. More