Sibelius Level 1
Thu 14/02/2008
9:30a.m. - 3:30p.m. $200.00(GST inc)

Sibelius Level 1 is designed for those new to Sibelius and users who want to improve their skills and pick up a few tips and tricks along the way. Assuming no previous experience, participants will go through the process of setting up a new score, exploring the different methods of adding notes and editing the score by adding dynamics and phrasing. This introductory course would be useful for primary, secondary and instrumental teachers, arrangers and conductors. details...

Finale Level 1
Fri 15/02/2008
9:30a.m. - 3:30p.m. $200.00(GST inc)

An introduction to the suite of Finale products, ranging from the free Finale Notepad through to the professional Finale 2008, assuming no prior knowledge. Learn to use competently this well-known notation program, develop a knowledge of shortcuts, tips and tricks to make the scoring process faster, and discover new features of the most recent version of Finale. details...

Music Technology in the Classroom
Thu 21/02/2008
9:30a.m. - 3:30p.m. $200.00(GST inc)

Much has changed. Audio software is simpler and inexpensive. On this day you will work with a range of music technology programs and their application to education, from free web-based approaches to sophisticated recording programs. Budgeting costs and implementation strategies will be discussed. details...

Wikis, Pods and Blogs
Fri 22/02/2008
9:30a.m. - 3:30p.m. $200.00(GST inc)

Creating Dynamic Collaborative Classroom Networks

Everybody's talking about them, all the kids are into them, they're the buzzwords on LT educators' lips but - wikis, podcasts and blogs - what are they all about?
Multiliteracies pedagogy underpins these culturally relevant online communities. Communication, collaboration, interaction and dynamic classroom networks are some of the elements that will be explored throughout the day.
During the session there will be opportunity for you to create your own online wiki, podcast or blog. details...

Enhancing Literacy with Claymation and Film
Mon 25/02/2008
9:30a.m. - 3:30p.m. $200.00(GST inc)

Many students struggle with traditional classroom approaches to literacy, but readily respond to more concrete tasks. Using Claymation and Stop Motion animation techniques, students are engaged in very "hands-on" creative tasks that involve interpretation and meaning in a themed context. Storyboarding and scripting become a more intuitive and necessary process in the creation of a finished film that is most rewarding. details...

Digital Video Made Simple
Tue 26/02/2008
9:30a.m. - 3:30p.m. $200.00(GST inc)

Find out how simple it can be to make movies with your Digital Video camera and a Windows PC. By the end of this session you'll be creating your own video CDs, playable in Windows Media Player and on most DVD players. Learn how to edit and manipulate your digital video for home movie editing or classroom application. We'll also give you some practical "In the Classroom" ideas to help you implement this exciting multi-media format. Software used on the day is Sony Vegas MovieStudio on the Windows XP system. details...

Creating Audio CDs and Backing Tracks
Mon 10/03/2008
9:30a.m. - 3:30p.m. $200.00(GST inc)

Using audio loops selected from a huge library of musical styles, create your own compilations as well as record and manipulate your own loops. With the powerful program Acid, you will be able to save your music in a variety of formats for making CDs or MP3s. Arranging concepts will be discussed and a range of music styles will be covered, from Dance and Electronic to R and B. details...