Term 4 2009 professional development events

Professional development events have been coordinated with system sectors, universities and professional associations. The inclusion of these events does not imply Council endorsement of any services or products. All teachers are reminded that there are many highly qualified alternative service providers who offer similar courses at various times during the year. Teachers are encouraged to ensure that the course and qualifications they select are appropriate for their needs.

Please select one of the sessions below to view session information.

A  B C  D  E  F  G  H  I  J  K  L  M  N  O  P  Q  R  S  T  U  V  W  X  Y  Z

Accounting and Finance

23/11/2009 8.15-4.00pm View Agenda Technology Park, Function Centre, Bentley (View map)
Description: Stage 3 ACF PD
Download the registration form

Ancient History

25/11/2009 9.00 to 3.00pm - TBC
Description: AISWA and CEO Ancient History conference: Networking discussions and collaborative planning on Stages 1, 2, and 3.
AISWA networking discussion and collaborative planning on Stages 1, 2, and 3.  Includes a session on issues and planning for the WACE examination.  CEO and DET teachers welcome to enrol. 
Register
AISWA Members | Non Members

04/12/2009 9.00-3.00pm View Agenda University of Western Australia
Description: TDC History Conference for DET teachers
Guest speaker Dr Ken Chern (US Consul) on ‘Overview of US and Australian Relations 1880s-1990s’
  • update on Curriculum Council information and national curriculum
  • workshops on Programming for Stage 2 and Stage 3
  • Finding resources
  • History for New teachers plus an Exam workshop.
Register
Registration enquiries: robyn.cleaver@det.wa.edu.au
(NB – this event is open to DET teachers only)


Animal Production Systems

08-09/12/2009 TBC - WACA Cunderdin
Description: Agriculture Teachers’ Conference
Register by emailing:
John Willox (john.willox@det.wa.edu.au) and Steve Kitching (steve.kitching@det.wa.edu.au)

Applied Information Technology


13/11/2009 8:30-12:30pm View Agenda Meeting Room 3, Building 28, Curriculum Council
Description:A Curriculum Council organised session to discuss the WACE Stage 2 and 3 examinations.  Additionally, teachers will have the opportunity to develop teaching materials for 2010. (NB-numbers limited to a maximum of 25 participants)
Registration closed

Automotive Engineering and Technology

13/11/2009 8.30-3.30pm View Agenda

TAFE WA Swan Carlisle Campus-Cnr Banks and Oats Sts (Car park off Sommerset Street)

Description: Secondary Design and Technology Professional Development and Network Day.  All Design and Technology teachers are invited to attend the Term Four professional development and network day at TAFEWA,. Swan-Carlisle Campus to up-skill in the areas of panel beating, spray painting and diagnostics DEGEM equipment.
Register
(Search for: Secondary; Categories: Curriculum and Teaching; the date you require and register on-line.)
If you have problems registering for the event, please contact: Kayci Carpenter-63805296 (Carpenter.kayci@cathednet.wa.edu.au)

Aviation

11/12/2009 TBC - TBC
Description: Aviation Teachers’ Conference
Register by contacting:
Nigel Bednall, Kent Street SHS 92620559

Biological Sciences

30/10/09 4.00-6.00pm - STAWA offices, Level 1, 30 Hasler Road, Osborne Park
Description: An Evening with Dr Alan Donaldson. 
STAWA and EcoEducation are making an early start to the 2010 International Year of Biodiversity by offering members a free seminar to an evening with Dr Alan Donaldson, explorer, teacher and scientist from Scotland. Dr Donaldson, who was taught by David Bellamy, has energetically engaged with environments around the world and has shared his experiences with his students.
Register

19/11/2009 9.00-3.00pm - Star Swamp, North Beach (Henderson Centre)
Description: Investigating Tuart Woodlands
Register by emailing: ecoeducation@dec.wa.gov.au

26/11/2009 9.00-3.00pm - Perth Hills National Park Centre, Mundaring Weir
Description: Fire - a force of life
Register by emailing: ecoeducation@dec.wa.gov.au

04/12/2009 8.30-3.30pm - Murdoch University
Description: Future Science
Applications of DNA technologies; evidence of evolution; Biotech in the Box session
Register

Building and Construction

19/11/2009 9.00-3.30pm View Agenda TAFEWA Swan 18 (Loxwood Rd BALGA)
Description: Secondary Design and Technology Professional Development and Network Day. 
All Design and Technology teachers are invited to attend the Term Four professional development and network day at TAFEWA Swan to up skill in the areas of Bricklaying, Concrete and laying of paving.
Register
(Search for: Secondary; Categories: Curriculum and Teaching; the date you require and register on-line.)
If you have problems registering for the event, please contact: Kayci Carpenter-63805296 (Carpenter.kayci@cathednet.wa.edu.au)

Business Management and Enterprise

20/11/2009 8.30-3.30pm View Agenda

Banksia Room, John Wollaston Centre, Wollaston Road,Mt Claremont

Description: AISWA, REWA, CC, CEO & DET Stages in Business Management and Enterprise Conference Day.  The day will focus on teaching strategies and planning for BME in 2010.
Register
AISWA Members | Non Members

Career and Enterprise

19/10/2009 8.30-4.00pm - Catholic Education Office Seminar Room G3
50 Ruislip Street LEEDERVILLE WA

Description: CEO AGQTP-Promoting a Career Development Culture

On completion participants will:

  • have increased understanding of post-secondary pathways and how they can be effectively accessed by students
  • be aware of the implications of changes in proposed courses of study
  • have increased awareness of issues facing students in schools
Register
(Search for: AGQTP; Categories: Curriculum and Teaching; the date you require and register on-line.)
If you have problems registering for the event, please contact: Kayci Carpenter - 63805296 (Carpenter.kayci@cathednet.wa.edu.au)

23/10/2009 8.30-1.00pm -

Career Information Centre and Career Development Centre Outlets, 2nd Floor City Central Building
166 Murray Street Mall, Perth 6000

Description:CEO AGQTP- Promoting a Career Development Culture
All teachers should be aware of the need for promoting a career development culture in their school. As a result of this workshop, they will be able to audit their school's programmes and services, ensuring that all students are able to develop life-long learning skills and make a successful transition from school.
Register
(Search for: AGQTP; Categories: Curriculum and Teaching; the date you require and register on-line.)
If you have problems registering for the event, please contact: Kayci Carpenter-63805296 (Carpenter.kayci@cathednet.wa.edu.au)

23/11/2009 8.30-4.00pm - Catholic Education Office Seminar Centre 50 Ruislip Street LEEDERVILLE WA Room G3
Description: CEO Career Development and National Partnerships Broome and VET Co-ordinators Network Day - to provide the opportunity for all schools to develop a shared understanding of the VET in schools program.
Register
(Search for: VET; Categories: Curriculum and Teaching; the date you require and register on-line.)
If you have problems registering for the event, please contact: Kayci Carpenter-63805296 (Carpenter.kayci@cathednet.wa.edu.au)

13/11/2009 8:00-6:00pm View Agenda Perth Sheraton Hotel
Description: : PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION Career Education Association of Western Australia
Register

Children Family and the Community

16/11/2009 8.30-3.30pm View Agenda John Wollaston Centre, Wollaston Road, Mt Claremont
Description: CFC Conference Day One: Keynote speaker Professor Linda Shields-Adolescent Child and Health
2 Streams:
1-Caring for Others-Upskill for 2010
2-Living Independently-Upskill for 2010
Register
AISWA Members | Non Members

17/11/2009 8.30-2.30pm View Agenda

John Wollaston Centre, Wollaston Road, Mt Claremont

Description: CFC Conference Day 2:  Planning for 2010 - Teachers requested to bring laptops and plan assessment outlines and tasks for the units they will be offering in 2010.
Register
AISWA Members | Non Members

16/11/2009/ & 17/11/2009 16/11/2009 - 8.30-3.30pm
17/11/2009 - 8.30-2.30pm
View Agenda John Wollaston Centre, Wollaston Road, Mt Claremont
Description: CFC Conference 2 Day Conference

 

CFC Conference Day One: Keynote speaker Professor Linda Shields-Adolescent Child and Health
2 Streams:
1-Caring for Others-Upskill for 2010
2-Living Independently-Upskill for 2010

CFC Conference Day 2:  Planning for 2010 - Teachers requested to bring laptops and plan assessment outlines and tasks for the units they will be offering in 2010.

Register
AISWA Members | Non Members

Chinese: Background Speakers

23/11/2009 8:45-12:00pm View Agenda Meeting Room 3, Curriculum Council
Description: A Curriculum Council event - Prescribed texts for Stage 3, and exams & marking
(NB: Max of 25 participants for this event)
Register

Chinese: Second Language

23/11/2009 12:15-15:00pm View Agenda Meeting Room 3, Curriculum Council
Description: A Curriculum Council event -Syllabus and content – themes for Stages 2 & 3
(NB: Max of 25 participants for this event)
Register

Computer Science

16/11/2009 4:00-5:30pm -

Edith Cowan University, Mount Lawley Campus, Building 17, Room 103

Description: A free public seminar sponsored by the Centre for Schooling and Learning Technologies (CSaLT)
Register by emailing: csalt@ecu.edu.au

27/11/2009 8:30-12.30pm View Agenda Meeting room 3, Bldg 28, Curriculum Council
Description: A Curriculum Council organised session to discuss the WACE Stage 2 and 3 examinations.Additionally, teachers will have the opportunity to develop teaching materials for 2010
(NB: Max of 25 participants for this event)
Register

27/10/2009

Session 1: Expression Studio (9:00-12:00pm)      
Session 2:XNA Game Studio (1:00-4:00pm)   

- 1.24, School of Computer Science and Software Engineering, University of Western Australia, 35 Stirling Highway, Crawley, Perth, WA 6009
Description: Faculty Workshop
Microsoft Australia invites you to attend a Faculty Workshop. This no cost technical training day is jam-packed full of information that will help you understand technologies that are used by a large component of the business world and show how you can help your students come to grips with them and be prepared as they enter the workforce

RSVP: 23/10/2009

Register

Dance

16/11/2009 Session 1   9.30-11.30am-Contemporary dance class
Session 2   11.45-1pm-Planning and preparations for a solo
Session 3   1.45-3.30pm-Constructing solo
- Kings St Arts Centre
Description: Contemporary technique and solo choreography
This workshop aims to equip teachers with the tools for creating solo choreography and constructing a contemporary dance technique class. We employ a hands-on approach in which each teacher actively takes part in dancing and making phrases.

Presenter: Danielle Micich - A graduate of the Victorian College of the Arts, Danielle is an independent dancer, choreographer and videographer based in Perth.  She was Artistic Director of STEPS Youth Dance Company for 4 years and choreographer for the 2009 set solo for the Curriculum Council.

Minimum Number of participants required - 10 people
Maximum Number of participants - 15 people
Cost-$44 (includes GST)
Register at Ausdance (wa@ausdance.org.au) Subject: Teacher PD 16 November

18/11/2009 9.00-2.30pm -

CEO Computer Lab, 50 Ruislip Road LEEDERVILLE 

Description: Technology in Dance (Suitable for all Teachers of Dance Years 8–12)
  • Using Dartfish in Dance
  • How To!!!
  • Using Dartfish with set solos
  • Using Dartfish with Solo
Register
AISWA Members | Non Members

Design

11/11/2009 9.00-2.30pm - Design Centre-ECU Mt Lawley Campus

Description: ECU Design course workshop:

  • Session 1-Visual Literacy and the Principles of Design
  • Session 2-Design Processing Session 3-Teaching Design (this session is an introduction followed by a question/answer/ discussion session.)
Register
AISWA Members | Non Members

Drama

13/11/2009 12.00-3.30pm -

Black Swan Theatre (The Old Masonic Hall - near corner of Stirling Highway)
6 Broadway, Nedlands

Description: Drama PD - Cut and Paste
This workshop will be an opportunity to look at scenes from a set text and reinvent them in a contemporary context. The workshop will include:
  • Information on dramaturgy
  • Introduction to the concept of ‘fabling’
  • Examples of relevant contemporary theatre companies/productions
  • Collaborative group work
  • Performance
Register
AISWA Members | Non Members

Economics

24/11/2009 9.00-3.00pm - Boulevard Centre, 99 The Boulevard, Floreat
Description: Presented by: AISWA, CEO & ETAWA (DET teachers invited).
Workshops to cover examinations and planning for Stages 1, 2 or 3 for 2010
Register
AISWA Members | Non Members

Endorsed Programs

07/12/2009 & 08/12/2009 8:00 - 3:15 each day - North Lake Senior Campus, Winterfold Road Kardinya.
Description: DET Senior School Engagement Program (SSEP) PD Workshop. (Includes information sessions on endorsed programs).
Registration enquiries to Leeanne Biemmi (leeanne.biemmi@det.wa.edu.au / Mob:0432462020)

English as an Additional Language or Dialect

27/11/2009 9.00-4.00pm -

TBC

Description: EAL/D Network Meeting.
Report on implementation of EALD practical examinations; Viewing, discussion and consensus marking of sample examination interviews; Feedback; Networking; Programming and planning for 2010.
Presented by: AISWA, CEO, and DET.
Reflection and planning for 2010.
Register
AISWA Members | Non Members

Food Science and Technology

26/11/2009 9.05-3.30pm View Agenda

Catholic Education Office (James Nestor Hall, 50 Ruislip St Leederville)

Description: Secondary Home Economics Professional Development Network Day.
Teachers of Home Economics will be provided with opportunities to upgrade learning, teaching and assessment strategies to enhance their understanding and implementation of the Curriculum Framework.
Register
(Search for: Secondary; Categories: Curriculum and Teaching; the date you require and register on-line.)
If you have problems registering for the event, please contact: Kayci Carpenter-63805296 (Carpenter.kayci@cathednet.wa.edu.au)

French

16/11/2009 8:30-12:30pm View Agenda Kooraloo/Marlee meeting rooms, Curriculum Council
Description: French Professional Learning
A Curriculum Council event - Stage 3 planning (external examination, including the practical [oral] and marking keys).
Please bring teaching materials for Stage 3.
(NB Maximum number of participants: 40)
Register

Geography

26/11/2009 9.00–3.00pm - Tompkins on Swan, Corner of Dunkley Avenue and Canning Highway, Alfred Cove.
Description: Presented by: AISWA, CEO, DET and GAWA. The first joint systems and sectors professional development in Geography. The aim of the day is to provide time for networking, discussion and collaborative planning on Stages 1, 2, or 3. A session on issues and planning for the WACE exam will commence the day.
Register
AISWA Members | Non Members

12/11/2009 & 13/11/2009 8.30-5pm (Thursday)
9.00-4.30pm (Friday)
- Perth Convention Exhibition Centre
Description: WALIS International Forum: Geography Teachers Stream 2009
Presented by Western Australian Land Information System and supported by AISWA

The WALIS Forum is one of the premier GIS events in Australia, attracting over 800 delegates from a diverse range of professions. Held every 18 months, the Forum provides an opportunity to address issues related to all aspects of location-based information. The Forum is open to everyone, however, is targeted to people working with geographic information or those who would like to find out how they can harness geographic information to improve their business. It aims to provide opportunities for people to learn, network, identify potential solutions and to share and debate strategies for the future and how the community can benefit from the latest geographic information tools”.

Cost: $250 for 2 days and $175 for 1 day.

Forum information here.

Register

German

18/11/2009

Day 1 of 2: 8:30-12:30pm

View Agenda

Day 1: Marlee Meeting Room, Curriculum Council.

Description: Day 1 of 2: German Professional Learning
A Curriculum Council event - Oral questions and external examinations.
Register

19/11/2009

Day 2 of 2: 9:00-12:30pm
& 12:30-3:30pm

View Agenda

Day 2: Marlee Meeting Room & Teal Meeting Room, Curriculum Council

Description: Day 2 of 2: German Professional Learning
A Curriculum Council event - Task design and task briefs, including marking keys
Common assessments for use in Small Group Moderation
Register (morning session)
Register (afternoon session)

Health Studies

13/11/2009 8.30-3.30pm - Wollaston Conference Centre
Description: PD-Major focus on teaching, learning and assessment
Download the registration form

Human Biological Science

01/12/2009-04/12/2009 TBC - Rottnest, Kingston Barracks
Description: Australasian Human Biology Society National Conference
ASHB homepage
Register

4/12/2009 8.30-3.30pm - Murdoch University
Description: Future Science conference - Applications of DNA technologies;  Evidence of evolution; Biotech in the Box
Register

Indonesian: Second Language

26/11/2009 & 27/11/2009 9.00-3.00pm -

AISWA Seminar Room (First Floor)
Suite 5, 41 Walters Drive, Osborne Park

Description:Indonesian Course Development Day
A chance to share assessment outlines, programmes, tasks and exams from 2A/2B as well as further develop materials for 3A/3B. Come along and meet your colleagues teaching the same course.
Register
AISWA Members | Non Members

Integrated Programs

07/12/2009 & 08/12/2009 8:00 - 3:15 each day - North Lake Senior Campus, Winterfold Road Kardinya.
Description: DET Senior School Engagement Program (SSEP) PD Workshop. (Includes information sessions on integrated programs for small or remote schools).
Registration enquiries to Leeanne Biemmi (leeanne.biemmi@det.wa.edu.au / Mob:0432462020)

Italian

23/11/2009 8.45-3.30pm View Agenda Kooraloo/Marlee Rooms, Curriculum Council
Description:A Curriculum Council event - Review of Stage 1, 2 and 3, developing /sharing good assessment/examination items and working with marking keys.
All teachers attending are requested to send an examination question/ item (Stage 2 and/or 3) or an assessment task (Stage 1) to adriana.douglas@curriculum.wa.edu.au by Wednesday 18 November 2009).
(NB-Limited to maximum of 40 participants)
Register

Japanese: Second Language

16/11/2009 & 17/11/2009

Day 1: 9:00-16:30pm
Day 2: 9:00-17:00pm
- Technology Park Function Centre, Bentley
Description: Japanese Professional Learning Under NALSSP Plans 2009
Improving skills in teaching and learning Japanese
DET teachers register

AISWA and Catholic Education teachers wishing to attend this PD should contact:

Yuko FUJIMITSU
Japanese Language Advisor
Email: yuko.fujimitsu@det.wa.edu.au
Department of Education and Training WA
151 Royal Street, East Perth 6004
Ph:  08 9264 5190
Fax: 08 9264 5902
Mobile: 0448 092 542


Literature

06/11/2009 8.45-11.45am View Agenda Fremantle District Office
Description: This is a joint CC/DET/AISWA/CEO organised professional development opportunity.
The afternoon workshop is a repeat of the morning workshop. Registrations for each workshop are strictly limited to 50 participants. The focus for each workshop will be Stage 3 Literature.
Register

06/11/2009 12.30-3.30pm View Agenda Fremantle District Office
Description: This is a joint CC/DET/AISWA/CEO organised professional development opportunity.
The afternoon workshop is a repeat of the morning workshop. Registrations for each workshop are strictly limited to 50 participants. The focus for each workshop will be Stage 3 Literature.
Register

Marine and Maritime Technology


31/11/2009 & 01/12/2009 9.00-3.00pm each day - Challenger TAFE
Description: Maritime Engineering Principles
This professional development opportunity will assist teachers to understand and teach content from the Maritime Engineering Principles area. Content from units 1AMMT through to 3BMMT will be addressed.
Register (31/11/12)
Register (01/12/12)

30/11/2009 & 01/12/2009 1day - Maritime Museum
Description:A IMA / NAS Maritime Archaeology Training Course Part 1
The general aim of the course is to introduce the methods and procedures employed in underwater archaeology, as well as to generate awareness regarding shipwreck preservation in our country. On completion of each of the courses, students are awarded an AIMA/NAS certificate, which is internationally recognised.

A 2 day introduction to maritime archaeology which includes at least 8 hours of classwork in addition to practical work underwater and on land.
The Part 1 course is a general introduction to maritime archaeology which focuses on aspects such as pre-disturbance, or in other words, non-intrusive surveys of shipwreck sites.
The course structure includes:

  • archaeological principles
  • archaeological sciences
  • materials conservation
  • ship construction
  • surveying
  • search techniques
  • shipwreck position fixing
  • remote sensing
  • state and Commonwealth legislation
The Part 1 has a theoretical lecture component - with simulated land exercises. Underwater exercises can also be conducted with those who have diving experience. Being able to dive, however; is not a requirement for attending this course.
Register by emailing: Corioli Soute (Corioli.Souter@museum.wa.gov.au)

Materials Design Technology

26/11/2009 8.45-11.45am View Agenda Kooraloo Room, Curriculum Council
Description: Presentation (Peter Kitely, Central TAFE-Furniture Design) and workshops on teaching Design fundamentals
Register

26/11/2009 1.00-3.30pm View Agenda Kooraloo Room, Curriculum Council
Description: Networking and workshop: tasks and activities based on content of revised syllabus, preparation of tasks, programs and teaching strategies for 2010.
Register

Materials Design and Technology - Design and Tech

13/11/2009 & 19/11/2009 TBC View Agenda Day 1:
TAFEWA, Swan-Carlisle Campus
Room ET15 (E Block, First Floor)
Cnr Banks Street and Oats Street, Carlisle Car park off Sommerset Street

Day 2:
TAFEWA, Swan-18 Loxwood Road, Balga
Participants to meet in Reception Block M
Description: D & T PD Network Day for teachers to up skill in all areas of Design and Technology.
Demonstrations and opportunity to participate in specific skills during both days presented by TAFE course specific lecturers
Register
(Search for: Secondary; Categories: Curriculum and Teaching; the date you require and register on-line.). 
If you have problems registering for the event, please contact: Kayci Carpenter-63805296
Carpenter.kayci@cathednet.wa.edu.au

Mathematics

06/11/09 8.45-3.15pm - Bunbury Cathedral Grammar
Description: New content for Stage 3MAT and 3CDMAS

Agenda:

8.45-9.00

Registration

 

Content

9.00-10.45

Workshop 1

3DMAT: Central Limit Theorem and confidence intervals

11.00-12.45

Workshop 2

3CDMAS: Proof and Reasoning

1.15-2.15

Workshop 3

Stage 3 MAT: Conjecture and Proof

2.15-3.15

Workshop 4

3DMAS: Leslie and other transition matrices

Register

10/11/2009 all day - CEO - Leederville
Description: AISWA/CEO PD includes presentations on 3C3DMAT Learning sequence, Assessment, Stage 3 MAT new content-Conjecture and proof
Register by emailing:
AISWA
-Mark Newhouse (mnewhouse@ais.wa.edu.au)
CEO-Joan Burfitt (burfitt.joan@cathednet.wa.edu.au)
(Available to AISWA and CEO teachers only)

24/11/09 3.00–5.00pm - STAWA 1st Flr, 30 Hasler Road, Osborne park WA 6017
Description: Workshop on new 3DMAT content: Central Limit Theorem
Register

27/11/09 1.00 - 3.00pm - North Lake Senior campus
Description: DET PD includes concurrent and repeat workshops involving new content for Stage 3MAT and 3DMAS.
Stage 3 MAT: Conjecture and proof
Register by emailing Fiona Louis (Fiona.Louis@det.wa.edu.au)
(Available to DET teachers only)

30/11/09 -
1/12/09
TBC - Esplanade Hotel, Fremantle
Description: MAWA Secondary Convention
Presentations on new content include Stage 3 MAT Conjecture and proof and 3DMAT Central Limit Theorem
3DMAS Leslie and other transition matrices and 3CDMAS Proof and reasoning
Register

04/12/2009

12.00-2.00 pm

- Cyril Jackson Senior Campus, Bassendean
Description: DET PD includes concurrent and repeat workshops involving new content for Stage 3MAT and 3DMAS. Stage 3 MAT: Conjecture and proof
Register by emailing Trevor Theunissen (Trevor.Theunissen@det.wa.edu.au)
(Available to DET teachers only)

08/12/2009 9.00-11.00am - STAWA 1st Flr, 30 Hasler Road, Osborne park WA 6017
Description: Workshop on new 3DMAT content: Central Limit Theorem
Register

11/12/2009 8.45-3.15pm - Conference room 2
Albany District Education Office
85 Serpentine Road
ALBANY
Description: New content for Stage 3 MAT and 3CDMAS

Agenda:

8.45-9.00

Registration

 

Content

9.00-10.45

Workshop 1

3DMAT: Central Limit Theorem and confidence intervals

11.00-12.45

Workshop 2

3CDMAS: Proof and Reasoning

1.15-2.15

Workshop 3

Stage 3 MAT: Conjecture and Proof

2.15-3.15

Workshop 4

3DMAS: Leslie and other transition matrices


(NB - Limited to maximum of 20 participants)

Register

Mathematics: Specialist

06/11/2009 8.45-3.15pm - Bunbury Cathedral Grammar, Bunbury
Description: New content for Stage 3MAT and 3CDMAS
Register

09/11/2009 all day - CEO - Leederville
Description: AISWA/CEO PD includes presentations on 3C3DMAS Learning sequence, Assessment, new 3DMAS content-Leslie and other transition matrices
Register by emailing:
AISWA
-Mark Newhouse (mnewhouse@ais.wa.edu.au)
CEO-Joan Burfitt (burfitt.joan@cathednet.wa.edu.au)
(Available to AISWA and CEO teachers only)

23/11/2009 3.00-5.00pm - STAWA 1st Flr, 30 Hasler Road, Osborne park WA 6017
Description: Workshop on new 3CDMAS content - Proof and reasoning
Register

27/11/2009 1.00 - 3.00pm - North Lake Senior Campus
Description: DET PD includes concurrent and repeat workshops involving new content for Stage 3MAT and 3DMAS.
3DMAS – Leslie and other transition matrices
Register by emailing Fiona Louis (Fiona.Louis@det.wa.edu.au)
(Available to DET teachers only)

30/11/2009 -
01/12/2009
TBC - Esplanade Hotel, Fremantle
Description: MAWA Secondary Convention
Presentations on new content include Stage 3 MAT Conjecture and proof and 3DMAT Central Limit Theorem
3DMAS Leslie and other transition matrices and 3CDMAS Proof and reasoning
Register

04/12/2009 12.00-2.00pm - Cyril Jackson Senior Campus, Bassendean
Description: DET PD includes concurrent and repeat workshops involving new content for Stage 3MAT and 3DMAS.
3DMAS - Leslie and other transition matrices
Register by emailing Trevor Theunissen (Trevor.Theunissen@det.wa.edu.au)
(Available to DET teachers only)

07/12/2009 9.00-11.00am - STAWA 1st Flr, 30 Hasler Road, Osborne park WA 6017
Description: Workshop on new content for 3CDMAS: Proof and reasoning
Register

11/12/2009 8.45-3.15pm - Conference room 2
Albany District Education Office
85 Serpentine Road
ALBANY
Description: New content for Stage 3 MAT and 3CDMAS

Agenda:

8.45-9.00

Registration

 

Content

9.00-10.45

Workshop 1

3DMAT: Central Limit Theorem and confidence intervals

11.00-12.45

Workshop 2

3CDMAS: Proof and Reasoning

1.15-2.15

Workshop 3

Stage 3 MAT: Conjecture and Proof

2.15-3.15

Workshop 4

3DMAS: Leslie and other transition matrices


(NB - Limited to maximum of 20 participants)
Register

Media Production and Analysis

27/11/2009 12.00-3.00pm View Agenda

Kooraloo Room, Curriculum Council (if no’s exceed 35 an alternative venue will be sought)

Description: Discussion of experiences of the 2009 MPA Production Submission process
Register

Modern History

04/12/2009 9.00-3.00pm View Agenda University of Western Australia
Description: TDC History Conference for DET teachers
Guest speaker Dr Ken Chern (US Consul) on ‘Overview of US and Australian Relations 1880s-1990s’
  • update on Curriculum Council information and national curriculum
  • workshops on Programming for Stage 2 and Stage 3
  • Finding resources
  • History for New teachers plus an Exam workshop.
Register
Registration enquiries: robyn.cleaver@det.wa.edu.au
(NB – this event is open to DET teachers only)

17/11/2009 9.00-3.00pm - Tompkins on Swan, Canning Highway (cnr Dunkley and Canning Highway,  Alfred Cove).
Description: AISWA/CEO Stages in History Conference Day:  (DET teachers welcome to enrol.)
Networking discussion, collaborative planning for Stages 1, 2 or 3.  Includes a session on issues and planning for the WACE examination.
Register
AISWA Members | Non Members

Music

02/11/2009 1.00–4.00pm View Agenda Venue details will be provided on registration
Description: Approaches to assessing improvisation in jazz and contemporary performances
Register

Outdoor Education

TBC 1.30-4.30pm - Department of Sport & Recreation  -  Oxford St Leederville
Description: Personal Skills
Register by emailing: office@outdoorswa.org

31/10/2009 -
02/11/2009
All day - Department of Environment & Conservation -Perth Hills National Parks Centre
Description: Cave Leaders Course
Register
Enquiries: Anne Wood on 97577035
Email Anne.Wood@dec.wa.gov.au

19/11/2009 All day - Department of Environment & Conservation - Perth Hills National Parks Centre
Description: Investigating Tuart Woodland
Register by emaling: ecoeducation@dec.wa.gov.au

26/11/2009 All day - Department of Environment & Conservation - Perth Hills National Parks Centre
Description: Fire-A Force of Life
Register by emaling: ecoeducation@dec.wa.gov.au

21/11/2009
22/11/2009
28/11/2009
All day - Perth Diving Academy - Northside Drive Hillarys
Description: Snorkeling Instructors Course

 

NB: Pre-requisites for course -

  • 18 Years of age
  • Ability to snorkel  (will also be assessed during course)
  • Ability to swim 500 metres (will also be assessed during course)
  • One years experience in club/competition in snorkelling activities, or at least one years experience in teaching aquatic activities. Any negotiation to be directed to Course Co-coordinator.
  • Current Senior First Aid. You may complete this post course. Negotiation to be directed to the Course Co-coordinator
Register
To make bookings for the course, contact Troy Lane at PDA -  Tel :(08) 9448 6343  Fax: (08) 9246 1477.
For more detailed information about the course, contact Trevor - tmstill@gmail.com

29/11/2009 -
06/12/2009
All day - Outdoor Discoveries
Description: Abseiling Guide and Climbing Guide Course (Natural Surfaces)
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07/12/2009

8.30-4.30pm

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Notre Dame University - Prindiville Hall, Mouat St. Fremantle

Description: Outdoors WA Forum
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11/12/2009 -
14/12/2009
All day - Wilderness Medicine Institute
Description: Wilderness First Aid
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Additional information found here.

17/12/2009 -
19/12/2009
TBC - South West
Description: Expedition Skills
Register by emailing: info@outdoordiscoveries.com.au
For more information: www.outdoordiscoveries.com.au

Philosophy and Ethics

16/11/2009

8.30—3.30pm

View Agenda Gerald New Room, Wollaston Centre, Mt Claremont
Description: Philosophy and Ethics BIG DAY OUT.
First joint systems and sectors (AISWA and DET) professional development in Philosophy and Ethics. The aim of the day is to provide time for networking, discussion and collaborative planning on Stages 1, 2, or 3.
Register
AISWA Members | Non Members

Physical Education Studies

20/11/2009 8.30-3.30pm TBC Challenge Stadium
Description: Physical Education Conference
Major focus: teaching; learning and assessment
Register
AISWA Members | Non Members

Physics

10/11/2009 8.30-11.30am - Northlake Senior Campus
188 Winterfold Road
KARDINYA
Description: Stage 3 Astrophysics:
PD for Physics teachers that will focus on the theory, programming and assessment of the new astrophysics content of 3A/3B. This will be an opportunity to launch the new Astrophysics teaching package.
For more information contact: Diane (Deputy) on 9314 0444
Register

12/11/2009 8.30-11.30am - Tuart College
Banksia Street
TUART HILL WA 6060
(View map)
Description: Stage 3 Astrophysics:
PD for Physics teachers that will focus on the theory, programming and assessment of the new astrophysics content of 3A/3B. This will be an opportunity to launch the new Astrophysics teaching package.
For more information contact: Terry Reis 9242 6226 (Business Manager)
Register

13/11/2009 12.00-3.00pm - Bunbury District Education Office
Bunbury Tower 5th Floor
61 Victoria Street
BUNBURY WA 6230
Description: Stage 3 Astrophysics:
PD for Physics teachers that will focus on the theory, programming and assessment of the new astrophysics content of 3A/3B. This will be an opportunity to launch the new Astrophysics teaching package.
For more information contact: Antoinette 9791 0300 (reception)
Register

20/11/2009 TBC - TBC
Description: CC, CEO, AISWA and DET coordinating full day. Main focus: teaching, learning and assessment (based on revised syllabus) and some focus on content PD.
Register by emailing Glenda Leslie (admin@ais.wa.edu.au)

04/12/2009 8.30-3.30pm - Murdoch University
Description: Future Science-Astrophysics
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Plant Production Systems

08/12/2009-09/12/2009 TBC - WACA Cunderdin
Description: Agriculture Teachers’ Conference
Register by emailing:
John Willox (john.willox@det.wa.edu.au) and Steve Kitching (steve.kitching@det.wa.edu.au)

Politics and Law

26/10/2009 4.00-6.00pm - Constitutional Centre, Hale Room, 40 Havelock Street, West Perth
Description: PLEAWA/CC
Focus will be Stage 3A/B new content, issues arising from course, resources, understanding the overall themes of the course.
Register

01/12/2009 9.00-3.00pm - Wollaston Centre, Wollaston Road, Mt. Claremont.
Description: Presented by: AISWA and CEO  (DET teachers invited). Workshops to cover examinations, new content areas and planning for Stages 1, 2 and 3 for 2010.
Register
AISWA Members | Non Members

Psychology

02/11/2009 9.00-12.00pm - STAWA, First floor, 30 Hasler Rd, Osborne Park
Description: Psychology teacher network meeting. Practical, interactive activities for the psychology classroom.
Register (Registration opens 19/10/2009)
For details contact Minh Dang (minh@stawa.net) Ph: 9244 1987

Religion and Life

27/10/2009 9.00-3.00pm - Nestor Hall, Catholic Education Office, 50 Ruislip Street, Leederville
Description: CEO organised and AISWA invited professional development for teachers focusing on religious inquiry and processes and assessment
Register
(Search for: Senior; Categories: Religious Education; the date you require and register on-line.). 
If you have problems registering for the event, please contact: Kayci Carpenter-63805296 (Carpenter.kayci@cathednet.wa.edu.au)

VET Industry Specific

23/11/2009 8.30-4.00pm - Catholic Education Office Seminar Centre 50 Ruislip Street LEEDERVILLE WA Room G3
Description: CEO VET Co-ordinators Network Day
Register
(Search for: VET; Categories: Curriculum and Teaching; the date you require and register on-line.). 
If you have problems registering for the event, please contact: Kayci Carpenter-63805296 (Carpenter.kayci@cathednet.wa.edu.au)

Workplace Learning

13/11/2009 8:00-6:00pm View Agenda Perth Sheraton Hotel
Description: PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION Career Education Association of Western Australia
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17/11/2009 9:00-12:00pm View Agenda Curriculum Council, Kooraloo Room
27 Walters Drive OSBORNE PARK WA
Description: For teachers of the Workplace Learning course
Register

19/11/2009 9:00-12:00pm View Agenda

Canning District Education Office
Ground Floor Mason Bird Building, 303 Sevenoaks Street CANNINGTON WA

Description: For teachers of the Workplace Learning course
Register

23/11/2009 8.30–4.00pm -

Catholic Education Office-Seminar Room G7-50 Ruislip Street LEEDERVILLE WA Room G3

Description: CEO VET Co-ordinators Network Day
Register
(Search for: VET; Categories: Curriculum and Teaching; the date you require and register on-line.). 
If you have problems registering for the event, please contact: Kayci Carpenter-63805296 (Carpenter.kayci@cathednet.wa.edu.au)



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