The Virtual Staffroom

What is Web 2.0 and why is it important?  This episode talks with Michael Cridland, a young Brisbane teacher who is looking at ways to incorporate podcasting and blogging into his classroom. If you cannot see the audio controls, listen/download the audio file here Some of the links mentioned in this episode are: Michael’s Class BlogBrett Moller’s BlogBOSE In Harmony with Education programAdrian Greig’s ICT Learning Inovation CentreBloglinesJudy O’Connell’s BlogThe PodBiz ProjectAs always, any feedback on this episode is welcomed. Just leave us a comment below.

Our first episode features a conversation with Anne Baird from Wedderburn school in Victoria.  Anne talks about the role of ICTs in today's classrooms, the changing nature of learning and the importance of the teacher's role in learning. If you cannot see the audio controls, listen/download the audio file here Here it is, our first episode! Anne Baird from Wedderburn K-12 school in Victoria talks about her technology support role in the school, and explains how she tries to assist classroom teachers make effective use of technology to promote higher order thinking. Links mentioned in this episode include: Anne’s BlogTeaching and Learning WikiTom March’s BlogTheir World (video)Hope you enjoy this first episode, and special thanks go to Anne for offering to be our first contributor. If you enjoy the show, your feedback is always welcome in the comments section below.