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There are currently 373 action plans in progress and 24 completed action plans.
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Unprecedented demand for eCPD results in innovative collaboration between Becta, LSIS and LSC
Following an overwhelming interest from the sector in the eCPD training, Becta has agreed to match additional funding from LSIS to ensure an extension to the programme. The extension will fund: 40 additional training places; development with the sector of front-line guidance and products to maximise impact and sustainability of the programme; and an online multimedia version of the programme.
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Visit LSIS and Becta for full details of the press release.
Cascading professional development funding. Closing date for submissions 7 January 2010
We are delighted to inform you that LSIS, working with the Institute for Learning (IfL), are now inviting bids for a new cascading professional development fund. PDAs and Advanced PDAs are encouraged to apply.
Bids need to be submitted by 7 January 2010. Full eligibility criteria and guidance, which includes a short online application form, can be found at the Subject Learning Coach website.
December's eGem forum now open:
How do you use technology to help learners feel they are valued members of your course and part of a learning 'club'?
Join December's eGems forum and hear from colleagues, or shar with them, examples of where technology has really made a difference in encouraging learners to 'stay the course' and have a really positive learning?experience.
Harnessing Technology, Safeguarding Further Education and Skills Learners in a Digital World
Becta, with national partner bodies, has developed a model of support that can help to manage the level of risk faced in helping learners to develop the skills they need to keep themselves safe and secure when using technology for learning, leisure and work. It encompasses four elements: policies and practice; infrastructure and technology; education and training; and standards and inspection.
CMALT - a portfolio-based professional accreditation scheme
Find out how you can obtain Certified Membership of the Association for Learning Technology and:
- have your experience and capabilities certified by peers; and
- demonstrate that you are taking a committed and serious approach to your professional development
Harnessing Technology for Next Generation Learning
Becta has recently launched the sector's revised Implementation Plan for the Harnessing Technology strategy for FE and skills (2009-2012). This plan has been developed with Becta's national partners and is available on the FE and skills website. This plan follows extensive research by Becta, the findings for which are summarised in the following downloadable presentation:
Next steps for PDAs who have completed the eCPD training
Explore some more ideas about how you can continue to support the professional development of colleagues within your organisation.
Showcase projects
Explore how PDAs in e-mature organisations are using the eCPD framework to support the use of technology in teaching and learning.
Case study reports are supplemented by documentary video and a range of other media.
eCPD Workshops
Did you miss the eCPD launch conference? View the keynote speeches and a range of workshops in this collection of videos, captured live at the event.
Featuring contributions from LSIS, IfL and JISC.
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