Workshops
Ko te ahurei o te tamaiti arahina ō tātou māhi
Let the uniqueness of the child guide our work
Minecraft Bootcamp
Accessibility 101
This introductory session will explore the built-in accessibility features of these devices. We will also explore several free extensions and apps that can be used as well.
Speech tools - text to speech and voice dictation.
Vision and Hearing options
Guided Access
Translation Tools
Microsoft Tools (Immersive Reader, Reading Coach, Maths Coach, Reading Progress)
Literacy Apps for the Classroom
Numeracy Apps for the Classroom
Computational Thinking in the classroom
In this session we will explore the principles of computational thinking and how they can be explored in the classroom programme. This will include a range of unpluggecd and plugged activities.
We will explore how computational thinking principles can be integrated into the wider curriculum, particularly literacy and maths.
7th September 9.30am-3pm at Calton Hill RTLB Hub
AI in the classroom
Artificial Intelligence is becoming more and more embedded in our everyday lives, even if we are unaware of it!
As these tools continue to grow in power and scope, they will have a lasting impact on society and education.
During this one day bootcamp, we will explore what Artificial Intelligence is, how it works (with unplugged activities you can do with your students), ethics and finally explore several AI tools that could be used in educational settings.
17 October 9.30am-3pm at Calton Hill RTLB Hub