Professional Learning
EdTechSA is proud to present the Thinking Spaces series of professional learning events.
The Thinking Spaces series is about considering the spaces in which we learn, be they virtual, physical or simply making space in our minds for new possibilities.
We invite you to attend any of the following events and make space in your diary for learning with us.
Thinking Spaces runs from May until September 2021.
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Session 1: Jump into Virtual Reality with CSER
EdTechSA and University of Adelaide present
Location: Level 7, Ingkarni Wardli Building, The University of Adelaide, North Terrace Campus
Date: Wed 17/11/2021 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Presenters: Dr Rebecca Vivian & Susie Barber – Computer Science Education Research Group (CSER)
About the Event
Virtual Reality (VR) provides exciting opportunities to enhance learning by providing students access to experiences and places they might not otherwise have. This workshop introduces VR technology and examples of how educators are using VR in classrooms. You will have hands-on experience using VR with our Oculus Quest headsets and consider how VR apps can support or extend learning across the curriculum.
All participants will receive a certificate of attendance on the day.
Light refreshments will be provided. Please RSVP for catering and to secure your place – we have a limited number of places to ensure participants have time to experience VR.
EdTechSA Event – Jump into Virtual Reality with CSER Tickets, Wed 17/11/2021 at 4:30 pm | Eventbrite
About the Organisers
Dr Rebecca Vivian
Research Fellow, School of Computer Science, University of Adelaide
Rebecca Vivian leads CSER’s K-12 Digital Technologies research stream and is an education designer and content developer for the Digital Technologies Education Program. Rebecca brings her expertise in learning sciences, educational technology and primary school teaching.
Susie Barber
Project Manager
Susie Barber coordinates and communicates with CSER Project Officers and key stakeholders and schools across Australia. Susie has worked in education policy, program and project delivery at both national and state level. Her interest in education and sustainable career pathways for young people has resulted in her working on career and employment related projects as well as skills training and mental health and wellbeing programs. Susie is currently undertaking a Master of Education at the University of Adelaide.
Session 2: Augmented Reality for your Classroom
EdTechSA and University of Adelaide present
Location: Level 7, Ingkarni Wardli Building, The University of Adelaide, North Terrace Campus
Date: Wed 24/11/2021 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Presenters: Dr Rebecca Vivian & Susie Barber – Computer Science Education Research Group (CSER)
About the Event
Augmented Reality (AR) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) provides exciting opportunities to bring learning to life in the classroom by bridging physical and virtual worlds. This hands-on workshop introduces AR and AI technology for education. You will have the chance to experiment with different AR apps and learn how students can create their own AR experiences to enhance learning in Digital Technologies and across the curriculum.
All participants will receive a certificate of attendance on the day.
Light refreshments will be provided. Please RSVP for catering and to secure your place.
About the Organisers
Dr Rebecca Vivian
Research Fellow, School of Computer Science, University of Adelaide
Rebecca Vivian leads CSER’s K-12 Digital Technologies research stream and is an education designer and content developer for the Digital Technologies Education Program. Rebecca brings her expertise in learning sciences, educational technology and primary school teaching.
Susie Barber
Project Manager
Susie Barber coordinates and communicates with CSER Project Officers and key stakeholders and schools across Australia. Susie has worked in education policy, program and project delivery at both national and state level. Her interest in education and sustainable career pathways for young people has resulted in her working on career and employment related projects as well as skills training and mental health and wellbeing programs. Susie is currently undertaking a Master of Education at the University of Adelaide.
Thinking Spaces Series:
Create a Virtual World with CoSpaces
About the Event
Have you ever wanted to create your own virtual world? All this is now possible with CoSpaces. Come and learn how to use block coding to create a virtual world.
This workshop will be a basic introduction to CoSpaces.
Emma Fowler
Workshop
EVENT POSTPONED
Thebarton Community Centre,
corner of South Road and Ashwin Parade
Members FREE and Non-members $30
Emma Fowler
About the Organiser