Meet your course facilitator

With over 10 years experience in teaching and learning with ICT in education Michael has continued his passion and desire to help teachers develop ICT capability and technological literacy. He has written many articles and blogs on the best practices and assessment strategies for teachers to embed in their classroom practices and has published numerous ebooks on his teachings. Doing so has put Michael as the go-to person for any teacher who uses technology in the classroom today.

Teacher Testimonials

What do teachers say about learning with Michael?

Comprehensive Course

Amanda

"I consider myself to be highly confident in ICT, however, through this comprehensive course I learned things that I never knew about. I honestly feel so much more empowered as a Primary teacher when teaching and assessing ICT capability as a result of completing this course."

Great course

Genevieve

"This was a great course because I now feel more confident that I was on the right track with my knowledge of ICT in the classroom. I feel better prepared to assist my students to achieve their goals within the ICT component of the curriculum."

Very beneficial

Kerrie

"This course has been beneficial. I have learned more about how to integrate ICT in the classroom and how to support the students who struggle in this area. The readings have been particularly useful and it has been great to see other professionals and their use of ICT in the classroom.”

Enjoyable course

Dominique

"I really enjoyed this course! It was very informative and well researched.  It gave detailed descriptions regarding all areas outlined in the objectives.  The videos made the learning seem more interactive! The tasks were very beneficial and applicable to my future teaching practices!"

Thoroughly enjoyable

Louise

"I have thoroughly enjoyed this course. I have learned the importance of ICT in all schools. This course has enhanced my ideas of classroom practice by giving me confidence in knowing that I was on the right track."

A great experience

Jasmine

"It was a great experience. I learned a lot."

Opened my eyes

Kristen

"Thanks. This course has opened my eyes and helped me to understand the importance of ICT in all curriculum areas and how to make my ICT teaching more effective."

Really enjoyed this course

Akala

"I enjoyed the course as it was something I was interested in. I am glad there were videos as I find it hard to sit and read the text the whole time. When I asked for help I was able to have my question answered. The resources/ articles were awesome I will be keeping them to help for the future. "

The Importance of Professional Development for Teachers

Paving a way forward

Our online professional development for teachers is important for the following reasons:

  • It will play a key role in student achievement.
  • We provide effective professional development programs for teachers - ensuring that you build your capacity as a teacher.
  • The most important judgement about the worth  of your school will be the changes it brings about in its students over time.

Online PD for Teachers using Technology in the Classroom

Supporting early childhood and primary teachers is vital for the development of child ICT capability. We provide guidance and opportunities for teachers to become capable, competent, and informed about the educational role and potential of ICT. Our online teacher professional development facilitates support to make the most of the opportunities that ICT presents for strengthening all aspects of Early Childhood and Primary Education.
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Identifying your Professional Learning Needs

Achieving your personal learning goals

Effective professional learning for any teacher is about understanding your learning needs at the individual, team or school level.

 

At ICTE Solutions Australia, we can help you meet achieve professional learning needs by enabling you with accredited online ICT training for teachers in primary school and early childhood education. Standard 6.1 of the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers (APST) – Identify and Plan Professional Learning allows you achieve your professional learning needs in both our Proficient and Highly Accomplished registered courses.

 

In identifying your professional learning needs, the APST advise that you consider:

  • What data sources are available to you to identify specific knowledge and practice that could be developed further?
  • How can you leverage instructional leaders to identify the professional learning needs of teachers?
  • Are you involving teachers in the decision making about their professional learning needs?
  • Are you considering current school initiatives and school improvement goals?
  • Is there a shared understanding amongst staff of the school’s vision of what excellent teaching looks like?

 

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Importance of ICT in Education

There are many reasons why ICT is important in education. However, the ones that stand out include that 1) It enables students to use technology as a tool for learning 2) It provides inclusion and enables everyone to learn and; 3) It develops student's ICT capability in meaningful and context-driven learning activities.
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Accredited Technology Workshops for Teachers

Early childhood and Primary Education

The very core of technological literacy and ICT capability lies within your ability as a teacher to lay the effective foundations in early childhood and Primary Education.
Technology workshops for Teachers

How it works

  • Select Course

    Choose and then select the course of your choice.

  • Enrol in the course

    Join the course class and learn at your own pace.

  • Complete the course

    At the completion of the course you will receive a Certificate of Completion for CPD records.

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