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Nov 132017
Nov 062017
| Video Title (linked) | Description |
| j2e_Editing_Work | How to edit pupil work in j2e5 to leave feedback. |
| j2e_Learning_Conversation | How to view pupil work and leave feedback using a learning conversation. |
| j2e_QR_Code | How to share a file in j2e and create a QR code that can be printed. |
| j2e5_Copy_and_Paste | How to cut, copy and paste material in j2e5. |
| j2e5_Editing_Together | How pupils can work on the same j2e5 file at the same time. This example is between a PC and an iPad. |
| j2e5_Formatting_Text | How to format text in j2e5. |
| j2e5_Formatting_Text_Boxes | How to format text boxes in j2e5. |
| j2e5_Opening_and_Saving | How to create, edit, re-edit and save j2e5 files. |
| j2e5_Saving_Collaborations | How each pupil can save their own copy of a j2e5 file shared as a ‘collaborative document’. |
| j2e5_sharing_a_collaborative_file | An example of a j2e5 collaboration between a PC and an iPad. |
| j2e5_tables | Building simple tables and graphs in j2e5 files. |
| j2e5_Text_to_Speech | Create talking documents with j2e5. |
| j2e5_Word_Banks | Select from many word banks (lists in j2e) provided or build your own. |
| j2launch_Audio_Recorder | Making simple recordings with the j2launch app for iPad. |
| j2launch_Logging_In | Logging in using the j2launch app for iPad. |
| JIT_Mix_The_Basics | Getting started with JITmix – ‘My first slideshow’. |
| JIT_Title_Bar_Recorder | Make an audio recording to accompany a JIT file using the title bar recorder. This uses an iPad, but can also be done on a PC with Adobe Flash installed. |
| JIT_Write_Background_and_Speech | How to set the background for a JIT file. Also how to set the language for the text-to-speech option. |
| JIT_Write_Word_Bank | How to use the word banks (lists in j2e) in JIT. |
| JITWrite_The_Basics | Getting started with JIT write. |
| O365_sharing_for_collaboration_in_OneDrive | Pupils can work on an O365 document at the same time. This video shows how to create, share and edit collaboratively. |
| O365_word_table | Creating an O365 Word document shared in OneDrive with a teacher and inserting a simple table. |
| tellagami_upload | This video focuses on uploading a tellagami video into My files in j2e. |
| Word_Online_Getting_Started | How pupils create a folder in OneDrive shared with a teacher for feedback. This is essential if you want to work effectively with pupils. |
| Yakit_Kids_Upload | How to upload videos made with YakitKids to j2e My Files for evidence and feedback. |
| Word_Online_Justify | Opening an O365 word online file in OneDrive. Justifying text left, centre and right. |
| Book_Creator_Tutorial | How to find the built-in tutorial in Book Creator. |
| Book_Creator_Saving_video | How to upload videos made with Book Creator for iPad into j2e for evidence and feedback. |
| Book_Creator_Saving_epubs | The epub source file for Book Creator can be saved in j2e. The file can then be worked on from any iPad. This is how. |
| j2e5_Embedding_audio | How to embed an audio file into a j2e5 presentation. |
Links to ERW Digital Course Material 2017/18
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Nov 062017
Course material is accessed via Hwb playlists:
- DCF Strand 1: Citizenship (Primary) here
- DCF Strand 1: Citizenship (Secondary) here
- DCF Strand 2: Interacting and Collaborating: Primary here
- DCF Strand 2: Interacting and Collaborating (KS3)
Collaboration and Storing elements here - DCF Strand 2: Interacting and Collaborating (KS3)
Communication element here - DCF Strand 3:Producing (FP) here
- DCF Strand 3:Producing (KS2) here
- DCF Strand 4: Computational Thinking (KS2) here
- DCF Strand 4: Databases (KS2) here
- DCF Strand 4: Spreadsheets (KS2) here
- DCF Strand 4: Develop the use of databases (KS3) here
- An overview of the DCF and an introduction to Strand 1 – ‘Citizenship’ here
- Primary Digital Competence Network here
- WJEC Update September 2017 here
- GCSE Computer Science here
Key Hwb networks to join to support any of these courses are:
Training and Support Menu 2017-18
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Oct 042017
Last year we focused in Powys on digital training for Citizenship (strand 1) and Information Literacy (part of strand 4) of the Digital Competence Framework.
This year, schools are encouraged to focus on the remaining strands, namely Interacting and Collaborating (strand 2) and Producing (strand 3). These courses are listed in the ERW prospectus here ERW Professional Learning Prospectus.
Requested training should be consistent with the outcomes of Core Visit 1 meetings with the school Challenge Adviser.
Dates in Powys are being released for the Autumn term in mid-Powys, to be repeated in North and South Powys during Spring/Summer 2018. Available dates may be booked online at: http://training.mikeisted.com/events/category/erw-menu-2017-2018
Diolch
T19 – Data and Information Literacy
iPad, j2e, Office 365, Training
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Mar 132017
This course is being offered under the Powys Schools Support Menu to cover a key element of the Digital Competence Framework, Strand 4.
Phases: Foundation Phase and Key Stage 2.
DCF Element(s): Strand 4, Data and Information Literacy
Delivery: Two twilight sessions.
Course Content
Session 1 (90 mins):
Progression and resources for:
- Graphing – Pictograms, charts
- Database – Features, sorting, branching database (time permitting), card index database, searching
Additionally, key techniques (including in the use of Hwb) are clarified to make these ideas work pragmatically in the classroom, including:
- Pre-computer activities that support quality thinking skills in younger pupils.
- How pupils can use j2mix to show their understanding.
- How to share pre-prepared worksheets and files with your class.
- How to collaboratively assemble a database with your class.
Session 2 (90 mins)
- Spreadsheets – progression, formulas.
- How to set up and maintain Office 365 Groups to work with classes.
- How to share pre-prepared spreadsheet files with pupils using Office 365 (and get the results back!)
The overall aim is to create a shared understanding of progression through this element and support the development of skills which are useful for both classroom and more general professional use.
Notes:
- Please note that each session length is 90 minutes.
- Staff should have an iPad and laptop for Session 1, and a laptop for Session 2.
- Staff should have their Hwb login details.
Prior Knowledge/Preparation:
- Classes should have been set up in j2e, with staff members part of their classes. A post on this can be found here.
- Reference will be made to the use of learning conversations in j2e.
Booking
Schools should have agreed training with a Challenge Advisor through Core Visit 1.
Nov 172016
In j2e, it’s easy to create a file and share it with a class, a pupil or another teacher within the school. Here, we share a pre-prepared JIT5 turtle file with a class, so that they can change it and save their own copy. Continue reading »
Oct 172016
Before setting up classes, it is necessary that pupils logon to j2e. This automatically creates their personal My Files areas and makes their accounts available to allocate to classes using the Dashboard. Continue reading »
Oct 042016
We have now trained 20 or so Powys schools in the basics of managing the new public websites based on j2bloggy. The enthusiasm of participants has been fantastic and the ease of working with the sites (based on WordPress) immediately allowed users to make changes and add new content. Continue reading »
Adding Governors to Hwb
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Sep 292016
1. Creating Governor Accounts
Adding Governors is done by the Digital Champion in the school (with admin access to Hwb+) by uploading a csv into the Admin area of Hwb+. A guide can be found at
http://resources.hwb.wales.gov.uk/VTC/2015/05/07/hwb_school_bulk_upload_web_part_governors.pdf
The user details will then be added to the school user credential list. Governors can then log into Hwb and access an Office 365 account and the Governors area of the school Hwb+ site. Note that logging in from Hwb will take them straight to the Governors site in Hwb+. If they follow a link to the main school Hwb+ site they will not have permission to view it, unless those permissions are granted by the school.
2. Create an Office 365 Group for Governors
Many schools now prefer to set up Office 365 groups to work with Governors in preference to Hwb+. An O365 Group allows for sharing files, conversation and a calendar with individuals invited to the group with their Hwb username. A pdf guide to setting up an O365 group is here:
Creating a group in Office 365
3. Using Hwb+
For schools preferring to use Hwb+, a Governor focused guide can be found here – http://resources.hwb.wales.gov.uk/VTC/2015/05/07/governors_guide.pdf
Sep 192016
Schools are so much more than corporate businesses, so I’ve always believed that school websites should be more than merely informational or brochure driven. In fact, whenever I review a school website, the first thing I look for is the contribution made directly by the pupils. After all, a school website should reflect the whole school community, should it not? School websites need to look professional, but they also give us an opportunity to walk-the-talk, showing how pupils in our charge can engage with the digital world in an authentic manner. Continue reading »