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The Australian Flexible Learning Framework (Framework) was a Bronze Sponsor for the National TAFE Construction Workshop 2007, which was held from Wednesday 5 to Friday 7 September at the Canberra Institute of Technology.

As part of its sponsorship, the Framework ran the morning Plenary session: E-learning for trades on Thursday 6 September.

National presenters lead by Sue McShane, Karen Abel, Brian Gepp and Ian Malcolm

Introduction by Sue McShane, Industry Engagement Project

Sue has worked as a casual teacher with the Canberra Institute of Technology in the Faculty of Tourism and Hotel Management since 2001. For the past three years Sue has taught online, incorporating new technologies in her teaching such as wikis and the use of del.icio.us.

Sue joined the Australian Flexible Learning Framework's, Industry Engagement Project in February 2007. Her role within the Industry Engagement Project is to bring both industry and pedagogical expertise to those industries involved in producing a demonstration for 2007, and also for others wanting to get started in e-learning.

Sue is currently compiling 'A taste of learning objects' as a portal from the E-learning for Industry website. This portal will enable RTOs and e-learning developers to showcase a learning object, for business and industry to explore. This portal will be launched at the industry showcase in late November.

Using Games in E-learning by Karen Abel, Canberra Institute of Technology

Karen has been a Facilitator/Instructor of Carpentry apprentices at Canberra Institute of Technology for the last four years. Karen is;

• Keen to see an increase in the uptake of e-learning for greater interactivity, flexibility and self directed learning of building and construction principles.
• Producing up to date electronic resources for Carpentry Apprentices.
• Involved in LearnScope projects designing and implementing online templates for use on WebCT.
• Developing games, quizzes and online activities for the learning of Carpentry theory.
• Hoping to see other teachers use electronic resources and computer technology to enhance the learning and futures of students in vocational training and education.
  

3D CAD by Brian Gepp, TAFE SA

Brian is a Building and Construction Lecturer attached to the Southern Institute of TAFE SA Marleston campus. Brian has expertise in teaching computing and auto CAD. Brian is;

• Involved in the teaching and development of online materials.
• Flexible learning leader in 2004 (flexibility in apprenticeship training) Involved in various Learnscope innovation projects.
  
• Involved in the Construction Teachers Network.
  
• Involved in using Movie maker to have students develop materials on using power tools safely.
  
• Continuing to develop their virtual building expertise.
  

Using Mobile Phone by Ian Malcolm, Chisholm Institute

Ian is a Carpentry Teacher at Frankston Chisholm Victoria Currently studying at Monash University to complete a bachelor of adult education. Ian has a strong interest in developing "E" resources and mobile learning Ian also teaches Autocad to adults one night per week.

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