Presentation at EDC on August 3rd

2. 21st Century Learning Spaces Argue that classrooms themselves are constraints to new ways of teaching and learning. Will ‘Kevin’s Revolution’ result in ‘Transformative Practice’? ‘Spaces shape and change practice’ Ref : Learning Spaces : ICT Taskforce

3. 21st Century Learning Spaces New and refurbished learning spaces are no longer classrooms to hold 30 students and 1 teacher in fixed box style, single purpose rooms There is a strong movement away from computer labs as learning spaces, replaced by more flexible use of technology in all learning spaces. Diane Brook, Sydney Catholic Education Office

4. Preferred Learning Styles Shift away from simply instructionally led learning Constructivist Learning Students construct knowledge through experiential learning Collaborative learning Collaboration is not new but there is a new environment in which we live Teachers who use collaborative learning approaches think of themselves less as authentic transmitters of knowledge and more as designers of intellectual experiences. Networked learning George Siemens talks about the expertise living and breathing in networks Connections become extremely important Learner at the centre (personalised learning) The system conforms to the learner rather than the learner to the system. Offers support for individual needs and learning preference. Reference : Collaboration in Teaching and Learning, education.au

5. 21st Century Skills Partnerships for 21st Century Skills Mastery of core subjects and 21st Century interdisciplinary themes into core subjects Life and Career Skills Learning and Innovation Information, Media and Technology Skills Reference : P21 , US based Consortium Reference : Partnerships for 21st Century Skills

7. Teacher centric

8. Students passive – empty vessels to fill

9. One to many communication

10. Lack flexibility

11. Have limited support for technology

12. Individual rather than group focussed

14. Technology is an enabler of collaborative and networked learning Digital Education Revolution If the nature of learning varies at anyone time in class, then you don’t need 32 of anything!! Trends suggest that broadband connections (24x7 and anywhere and global) and mobility are key characteristics to enable successful implementation of today’s or tomorrow’s technologies. Still require electrical connections to power machines, wireless connections critical. Students should be able to connect to devices anywhere How long before the govt will fund a tax break for parents to purchase computers to take into schools? Between home, school and the community The information rich world is outside of the classroom - Fit for purpose purchase Provision for fixed and mobile devices…….(eg IWB’s, multi-media machines, iphones, netbooks) Quick and reliable access to Dynamic and interactive curriculum materials, collaborative and data rich services, and personalised learning environments (real and virtual)

15. Amplify and extend experiences through technology What kind of experiences are possible? Geography Use of Google earth to map and research country, culture, demographics and geography. Records of field trips include video, stills, audio which can be shared or worked collaboratively with other classes Languages Use of Immersive learning environments to simulate a Japanese breakfast table. Having conversations in Japanese and English in real time with peers. Listening and immersing in language through the use of iPod Touch/iPhone Science Map pH concentrations along the River Torrens on a map, label high pollutant areas and write to local councils about your results. Capture data, plot graphs and analyse trends and what if scenarios Arts Online music collaboration Online galleries and museums

17. Technology literate and adept

18. Media savvy (sometimes not having critical literacy skills)

19. Flexible, multi-tasking and not passive

20. Communicators and collaborators

21. Interactive and networked

22. Creative and adaptive

24. Open space is designed for a range of activities

25. Furniture reflects different activities

26. Quiet individual reflection, group celebration, workbenches with power, long term work benches

27. Flexible and adaptable - furnishings and equipment

28. Able to switch between individual and group settings

29. Technology provision

30. Not an after thought

31. Must support different learning styles and access to teacher and student learning just in time.

32. Trend is towards mobile and connectedReference : 21st century learning spaces, education.au

33. 21st Century Learning Spaces Thank you Resources http://delicious.com/gputland Blog http://blogs.educationau.edu.au Twitter http://twitter.com/gputland Website http://www.educationau.edu.au Garry Putland, General Manager, education.au gputland@educationau.edu.au Reference : 21st century learning spaces, education.au