Program outline and Matrix
Basic info sheet for principals & department heads
Matrix
The Applied Learning Matrix is a new way of interpreting the range of skills and skill-sets teachers of applied learning should be aware of. The Applied Learning Matrix helps to develop different approaches to all applied learning settings including VCAL, VET, Special Needs, Reengagement and Community Education. Teachers of applied learning can now assess what areas a VALA resource or professional development opportunity will cover by accessing the Applied Learning Matrix. The matrix draws from 4 key skills areas relevant to applied learning practices. These correspond to the 4 feature colours of the VALA logo:
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Engagement & Re-Engagement SkillsIndicates a program or resource aimed at establishing initial engagement or interest in learning. |
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Work & Vocational SkillsIndicates a program or resource aimed at establishing pathways and extensions into work, on-the-job training or further study aimed at securing a recognized qualification. |
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Personal & Social SkillsIndicates a program or resource aimed at encouraging personal effectiveness via community involvement, teamwork, personal awareness and positive self-esteem. |
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Core & Life SkillsIndicates a program or resource aimed at developing both core literacy and numeracy skills and skills for living such as digital and financial literacy, transference of knowledge to the real world and consumer awareness. |
Program
Subject to change without notice
From 8.00 am |
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Registration, displays and networking |
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9.00 a.m. |
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Welcome and Conference openingNew Developments at VALA |
Linda Mitchell: VALA President Adam Whitbread: VALA EO |
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Opening Keynote: |
Damien Blake |
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10.05 a.m. |
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Group A Sessions • Choose 1 of 10 sessions |
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A1 |
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Managing difficult teenage behaviours in an Adult Learning Environment |
Mal Hand and Maree Olle: Swinburne TAFE |
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A2 |
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Understanding and Shifting Student Mindset |
Adrian Bertolini: Intuyu Consulting |
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A3 |
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Re engagement and Extension for hard to reach learners |
Nick Johns, Dominic Brash, Richard Brown: SKYS 2 Faze |
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A4 |
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What's Worth It, and What's Not? |
Karen Dymke: Luther College |
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A5 |
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VCAL World Challenge: International expeditions that meet outcomes: New PDS Units in VCAL in action. |
Rod Sheehan: MacKillop College, Cornelia DeBrincat: Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority |
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A6 |
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Body Intelligence: How are you intelligent? vs. How intelligent are you? |
Dani-Ela Kayler |
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A7 |
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Teaching and Learning in a Virtual Economy |
Judy James: Virtual Enterprise Australia |
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A8 |
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School-to-work transition option for young people with a disability |
Kate Fennessy: Inner Eastern LLEN |
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A9 |
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Challenging assumptions: Applied Learning is for Dummies? |
Katrina King and Lisa Holt: Carrum Downs Secondary College |
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A10 |
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Empowering ICT Integration |
Narelle Wood: Edu Training Services |
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11.30 a.m. |
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Group B Sessions • Choose 1 of 10 sessions |
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B1 |
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Restorative Justice: the Helix of Self-Discipline and Healthy Relationships |
David Vinegrad: Behaviour Matters |
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B2 |
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Narre Warren South - a VCAL of many cultures |
Rob Duncan and Kelly Lackmann: Narre Warren South P-12 |
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B3 |
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Get stuck into Parliament |
Daryl Evans and Rod Espie: Parliament of Victoria |
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B4 |
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The Global Poverty Project presents 1.4 Billion Reasons for Youth |
Sandra Opoku: Global Poverty Project |
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B5 |
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Developing Team Skills In Your Class |
Mark Collard: www.inspireyourgroup.com |
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B6 |
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Money and Travel - student enterprise options that work |
Merv Edmunds:Human Givens Australia |
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B7 |
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A Different Way to Learn and Teach |
Judy James: Virtual Enterprise Australia |
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B8 |
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Using the new SAFE-T1 resources in your classroom |
Jan Hagston: former VALA/SAFE-T1 |
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B9 |
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Using digital technologies to enhance applied learning |
Lisa Holt and Katie Johnson: Carrum Downs Secondary College |
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B10 |
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Applied Consumer Skills |
Shane O'Connor: Consumer Affairs Victoria |
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12.25 p.m. |
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Lunch: displays and networking |
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Group C Sessions • Choose 1 of 10 sessions |
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C1 |
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Trials and Tribulations of a VCAL teachers (and Other Things) in a mainstream school |
Laura Henderson: Pakenham Secondary College |
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C2 |
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Engaging learners through space, communication and teamwork |
Andres Olascoaga: Andy Entertainment |
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C3 |
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Your VCAL Students + an Internationally Recognised Award = Countless Opportunities: Embed The Duke of Edinburgh's Award in your VCAL program |
Michelle Webster: Awards Victoria |
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C4 |
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Democracy in Your Classroom |
Michelle Templeton & Heather Daniel: Victorian Electoral Commission |
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C5 |
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Play & Physical Activity Develop Better Learners |
Mark Collard:www.inspireyourgroup.com |
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C6 |
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NEW The Lollie Lab CANCELLED - 'Developing New Assumptions': what do VCAL teachers take for granted about teaching and learning, and what may need to change? |
Luke Hayden: The Lollie Lab
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C7 |
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YAMEC VCAL: Addressing the difference between ESL students perceptions and employers expectations |
Nic McLean: NMIT Youth Unit |
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C8 |
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Numeracy is everywhere - don't avoid it, embrace it!! |
Justine Sakurai and Melissa Cleland: Holmesglen Vocational College |
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C9 |
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A guide to my 'hood: literacy ideas based around celebrating the neighbourhood |
Jan Hagston: Multifangled |
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C10 |
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Financial Literacy: Helping Young Australians to Manage Money |
Lisa Wait: ASIC - Australian Securities & Investments Commission |
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2.10 p.m. |
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Focus Sessions • Choose 1 of 4 |
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D1 |
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Engaging and Re engaging - Where have we come from and what next? |
Mini marketplace featuring a variety of chosen representatives from across the Engagement and Re engagement landscape |
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D2 |
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“Applying Research to Making Change” – students carrying out real research and action through Student Action Teams |
Roger Holdsworth: Aspirin/ Melbourne University |
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D3 |
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The Wide World of Work |
Linnet Hunter: Wild Sky Career Design |
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D4 |
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VCAL 10th Birthday Did we get it right? |
David Gallagher: Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority |
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3.20 p.m. |
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Thank you and closeEvaluations, Certificates of Attendance Drinks at bar prices |
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