Videolinq Workshops

• Points to note about ECTA Videolinq workshops
• FAQs for ECTA Videolinq (Videoconference) Workshops
• The video-streaming option
• Registered Teachers - Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements

Every year ECTA organises a series of videoconferenced sessions, based on what we have learned from members about their professional interests.

Do remember to keep us informed about your needs and interests!!

Before each program ECTA members are emailed with an invitation to participate. There is usually a limit to the number of sites to be included, so make sure you give this immediate attention. Invitations are extended more widely following the initial communication to members. We are particularly keen to include students enrolled in early childhood teacher education courses and OLI Children's Services students.

Final details and registration forms for each workshop are posted approximately one month prior to the set date.

Videolinq 2010

2009

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Points to note about ECTA Videolinq workshops

• ECTA Videolinq workshops are FREE!
• Non Members are able to attend at no cost.
• Certificates of Attendance are provided whenever possible on the day.
• ECTA members who do not receive a certificate may email ECTA.
• No certificates will be issued post event to non members as this is an ECTA membership benefit. Non members are advised to record the presentation in your PD log and to file the registration form.
• REGISTRATION (preferably by email or fax) is ESSENTIAL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
• ECTA pays a fee to TAFE for the use of their Videolinq services (this includes a fee for cancellations and amendments)
• ECTA is limited to a maximum of 12 Videolinq sites.
• Where possible, the needs of members across rural areas are accommodated.
• ECTA Regional Groups are given priority when choosing sites.
• Site selection is based on previous attendances as well as site availability at the time of booking.
• Sites are booked a month in advance and additional sites cannot be added once booked.

FAQs for ECTA Videolinq (Videoconference) Workshops

• What is a videolinq? Do I need to have a computer or special equipment to attend? A Videolinq is similar to a teleconference, except participants can see the presenters and other participants at other sites. You don't need to bring along any IT equipment, all the equipment is in regular use at the TAFE sites. You simply turn up and enjoy the workshop.
• Why isn't there a workshop at a venue near me???? Due to increased demands on the TAFE Videolinq network, ECTA has had to decrease the number of sites from 20 to 12. Every care is taken to consider that there is a site as close to possible to ECTA regional groups and regional members for each Videolinq workshop. Sites are chosen on the basis of numbers in attendance for previous workshops and are dependent on the availability of the site for the date required. Each workshop is recorded, and a
• DVD of the workshop is distributed to ECTA members. However we are trialling another option to view the workshop from your personal computer via videostreaming after the event. To access the videostream go to the ECTA website - www.ecta.org.au the day after where you will find the link.
• Handouts/notes, if available, are provided on the day and later posted to the ECTA web-site for general access via the Videolinq Programs section.
• How can I get the DVD of the workshop?
• Only ECTA members are eligible to receive a copy of the DVD from each Videolinq workshop. These DVD's are distributed to ECTA members with the EYC Journal. If you want a DVD and are not a member, you are welcome to become one and receive both the DVD and journal.
• How can I get in touch with the workshop presenter/s?
• Once a workshop has been presented, the contact details of those presenters who provide their contact details for distribution will be posted to the Videolinq section of the ECTA website www.ecta.org.au

The video-streaming option

ECTA is trialling the TAFE option of video-streaming - on demand viewing on the day following the live presentation and after that at a time you choose.

We really need feedback about how these options work for you.

Did it work for you first time?
What problems did you have. I.e. Error message displayed?
Would you prefer this to the DVD?

Please email all feedback to info@ecta.org.au

• To use video-streaming you will need: Media Player - download here.
• Media Player settings - this link will guide you through changing your Media Player options. - If you don't have DSL broadband you may not be able to view the presentation.
• From Craft to Creativity via video streaming - If you are able to view this program, your computer is configured correctly for video-streaming.

Registered Teachers - Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements

Registered teachers are advised to note the Queensland College of Teachers endorsed position on professional reading, accessing online resources and viewing video-streamed materials as contributing to their CPD requirements for renewal of teacher registration.

As ECTA cannot verify your engagement with online or other print or electronic material certificates cannot be issued for viewing of online materials such as video-streamed presentations, materials in our secure area or DVDs supplied with Journals.
ECTA recommends you record these activities on your QCT record of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) along with readings from ECTA's Educating Young Children journal under the category Professional Reading/Viewing. Evidence of the outcome of your engagement with these valuable professional development opportunities will be required. Evidence can include examples of:

• how you have incorporated ideas and/or strategies in your planning for individuals and groups of children
• planning for parent information sessions and/or support materials
• the influence on your planning and approach to teaching and learning.

Your CPD record is a list of your professional development activities completed during the year. It should include details of the area of professional development, the topic and provider of the activity, the date and duration of the activity and which professional standards it related to. This record, together with the actual evidence of each activity is what an individual teacher would show QCT if audited.

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  Some presenters provide resources in powerpoint or document form after their session. These can be accessed from the relevant year page. You can download any of these resources of interest to you.
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  Feedback from participants
  Here's what one member had to say about ECTA's videolinq program for 2009:
  "Many thanks again for offering this great PD. It is greatly appreciated. Our service (my assistant and myself), wouldn't miss it - always topical and current, always thought provoking and relevant, and offers the opportunity to network with a wide variety of early childhood arenas. Thank-you for taking the time, effort and interest. For those of us who live in regional areas, accessing PD can be excruciatingly difficult; we appreciate your accessibility, support and understanding. With warm regards and high esteem, Barb"
  
  Thanks for your feedback Barb.