AITSL - 2010 Masterclass: Leading Networked School Communities - Practices and Possibilities

EVENT OVERVIEW

In May and June 2010, the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership will be presenting eight classes titled Leading Networked School Communities - Practices and Possibilities. The master classes will help build understanding of current practices associated with networked school communities and encourage consideration of the implications and possibilities for leading similar developments.

Networks have always been seen as means to build and share knowledge, avenues for expressing one's identity and interests, as well as providing social support and developing a sense of community.  Accelerating developments in digital technologies are raising new questions about networks and their influence on the structure and operation of schools.  Importantly, these technologies are providing greater breadth, depth and meaning to the term network. 

Participants will be challenged to learn more about how the theme of leading networked school communities is being, and can be, applied to further shape teaching and learning in ways that are relevant and engaging for students in increasingly digital educational settings.

The sessions will be presented and facilitated by Professor Mike Gaffney, Chair of Educational Leadership at the Australian Catholic University, with case studies presented by leading principals.

DATES / LOCATION (please click on each location for further information)

Albury / Wodonga - Thursday, 20 May
Melbourne - Friday, 21 May
Brisbane  - Monday, 24 May
Cairns - Tuesday, 25 May
Bunbury - Monday, 31 May
Perth - Tuesday, 1 June
Sydney - Thursday, 3 June
Adelaide - Tuesday, 8 June

Registration from 8.30am. Classes from 9.00am to 12.00pm

ACE members are strongly encouraged to attend these complimentary sessions and gain exposure to the important subject of Networked School Communities.

For further information, including registration details, please visit the AITSL website or contact professionallearning@aitsl.edu.au