Current teaching staff have been given access to one of TLC’s newest initiatives, the Open to Learning Blackboard unit. In this unit you will find learning modules linked to many of the courses and workshops run by TLC in the eLearning Commons. You’ll also find PDFs with step-by-step instructions, links to resources and information, discussion forums, screen-flow tutorials, software reviews and much more. You can also log on to post any questions you might have or ask for help with digital media creation or online teaching materials. New modules will be added and links updated frequently.

For a more in-depth look at what the Open2Learning unit offers, watch the video tour: Demonstration of Open2Learning BlackBoard unit.

The video takes you through the unit interface and gives an overview of the resources available for staff.

Currently the unit does not appear in your list of units in MyUNE - you will need to access this unit through http://olt.une.edu.au, or through My Blackboard. If you cannot see Open2Learning listed, contact Sarah Christopher to be given access. Check back regularly for new updates covering the latest software releases, new courses and more.

Hands-on tutorials, demonstrations and information sessions for groups

Friends of Wimba – Friday 6^th, 10-11am

If you’ve discovered how useful Wimba can be to create Blackboard-friendly HTML content and online learning activities, or would simply like to find out what others are doing with this application, come to our first Friends of Wimba session, see some current development using the Wimba Create software and share in the discussion with colleagues over coffee.

Copyright for educational purposes - Thursday 12^th, 10-11.30am or Friday 13^th, 11am-12.30pm

This session addresses copyright issues as they apply to learning and teaching. An overview of copyright and the provisions within the Copyright Act and educational licences that can be relied on for teaching and educational purposes will be followed by practical examples applicable in the UNE context. These include using text, images, sound and video in face-to-face teaching, examination situations, print and CD unit materials, online teaching and podcasting.

Understanding eSubmission and TurnItIn - Thursday 19^th, 10am

This session covers effective management of assignments through eSubmission and TurnItIn, and how to utilise the TurnItIn reports. Get in early and avoid technical issues with your assignments next year. To maximise your assignment workflow, attend one of the PDF markup sessions below to learn how to easily mark and return assignments electronically as well.

Comic Life (PC and Mac) - Friday 20^th, 10am

Creating engaging digital media for online teaching isn’t just about podcasting or video -expand your ability to deliver creative and engaging content to students using Comic Life. Learn how to combine images and text to create effective scenario-based learning experiences that really grab students’ attention, while having some fun at the same time.

Dealing with Video (PC and Mac) - Friday 20^th, 12pm

Many lecturers are now using video in their online teaching, but are having difficulties with student access, or want to begin using video but don’t know where to start. This session explores different upload options, compression settings and using media collections in Blackboard, which allow you to maximise the use of video in your online units, whilst still allowing students on any type of internet connection equal access.

Wimbering up: Create HTML from Word with Wimba – Wednesday 25^th, 2pm

Want to create HTML web pages easily from your Word documents? Wimba Create is an amazing application that lets you write your unit materials in Word, then convert them with a click to a set of attractive web pages with menus, navigation, and headers ready for upload to Blackboard.

See a UNE specific demo on Using Wimba Create.

Marking Up PDF Files (For Mac) Thursday 26^th, 10am (for PC) Friday 27^th 11am

Put a stop to your paper trail by learning how to easily mark PDF assignments electronically using software already on your computer, and explore third-party software options for using with graphics tablets or tablet PCs. Increase your efficiency and decrease time spent marking using simple comment functions, callouts and more. Please note this session does not cover the eMarking or ReMarks software for marking Word documents.

Preparing your Blackboard unit for re-offer – Thursday 26^th, 2 – 3.30pm

Take the opportunity to work with your own online unit to amend settings, revise files and generally prepare your unit for offer in the next teaching period. In these sessions you will be guided through:

• Compiling and managing discussions
• Group manager and selective release
• Message of the day
• Quiz management revision
• Revising and Adding content files.

Marking Up PDF Files (For PC) Friday 27^th, 11am

Put a stop to your paper trail by learning how to easily mark PDF assignments electronically using software already on your computer, and explore third-party software options for using with graphics tablets or tablet PCs. Increase your efficiency and decrease time spent marking using simple comment functions, callouts and more. Please note this session does not cover the eMarking or ReMarks software for marking Word documents.

Preparing your Blackboard unit for re-offer – Thursday 3^rd, 2 – 3.30pm

Take the opportunity to work with your own online unit to amend settings, revise files and generally prepare your unit for offer in the next teaching period. In these sessions you will be guided through:

• Compiling and managing discussions
• Group manager and selective release
• Message of the day
• Quiz management revision
• Revising and Adding content files.

Effective discussions in Blackboard CE 6 – Tuesday 8^th, 10am

In this session, we look beyond the basic operational features of online discussion forums in Blackboard CE 6 and explore further how the tool can be used for effective teaching. The session considers the principles of teaching with asynchronous forums, and covers the issues of managing class sizes, time management, structuring and staging activities for effective participation and using discussion forums for assessment.

One-on-one: Fridays 9-11am, 1-5pm

Arrange a time to work with specialist assistance on an aspect of teaching with technology, or book a space in the Commons to pursue your own interest in developing online teaching features.

All sessions are held in the Staff eLearning Commons on the top floor of the T&LC Building (C30) and, unless specified otherwise, are 1 hour long.

To enrol: Contact Kerryn Reeves, ext. 2339
For further information: Catherine Clarke, ext. 3395

Want to learn about technologies and techniques for online teaching? The new Staff eLearning Commons is open for business in the Teaching and Learning Centre. Work with either Mac or PC, as a group or one-on-one with specialist assistance, to explore a variety of information technologies and create a wide range of online teaching features.

Hands-on tutorials, demonstrations and information sessions for groups

• Audacity
  Learn to use Audacity, an open source cross-platform audio editing tool to make your own presentations for podcast.
• Blackboard essentials
  A single three-hour session to help you prepare your Blackboard online teaching site. Learn the ‘bare essentials’ for logging on, home page set up and management, using discussion forums and adding a file.
• Effective discussions
  Focus on creating, editing and managing Blackboard discussions: Create topics and categories, edit messages, set up groups and generally explore the benefits of online discussions for students.
• Free from the web
  Be guided through the types and sources of resources available from the Web for your teaching. Learn how to find material that is out-of-copyright, free for educational use or available under Creative Commons licences to use in online units.
• Podcasting 101: Mac
  Ever wondered what that little guitar-shaped icon was all about? Learn how to capture lecture audio and sync it with PowerPoint slides to create easy and effective podcasts using GarageBand.
• Social Networking in the Classroom (suitable for both PC and Mac)
  Mystified as to how ‘Facebook’ became a verb? Clueless as to what a ‘tweet’ is? Learn to navigate sites like Facebook, Ning and Twitter, and explore how they can be used effectively in your teaching.
• Using images in your online units
  Take the opportunity to find out how to make use of images appropriately and legally in their online units.
• Using video, DVD and sound in your online units
  Find out about the copyright issues and licence requirements that need to be managed before sound, moving images and music can be used.
• Underpinning computer literacy skills for educators
  Learn to master a handful of basic HTML concepts and practical skills that will empower you with a skill set that has broad application, including producing and publishing HTML based content for your Blackboard unit.
• Vodcasting 101 for PC
  The ultimate in creating digital content - create video podcasts from lecture footage, screenflow capture, PowerPoint and more using Windows Movie Maker!
• Vodcasting 101 for Mac
  The ultimate in creating digital content - create video podcasts from lecture footage, screenflow capture, PowerPoint and more using iMovie!
• Wimba 1 (PC only)
  An overview of this amazing software that lets you write your unit materials in Word, then convert them with a click to a set of web pages for upload to Blackboard.
• Wimba 2 (PC only)
  A ‘clinic’ session for those working with Wimba Create.
• Your Mac: Better, Smarter, Faster
  Using the additional features of OSX 10.5 (Leopard) to streamline your workflow, give more effective presentations and reduce the time spent on routine tasks and inefficient habits.

One-on-one

Arrange a time to work with specialist assistance on an aspect of teaching with technology, or book a space in the Commons to pursue your own interest in developing online teaching features.

For further information: Catherine Clarke, ext. 3395

For a full program and to make a booking: Kerryn Reeves, ext. 2339.