http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/-t1.htm Introduce yourself here Mon, 31 Aug 2009 23:25:23 GMT 10 http://illiweb.com/fa/empty.gif http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/-t1.htm http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/hi-from-the-north-coast-t74.htm james.thomas10
I have recently become a Regional TSO with North Coast Region for the project, I'll be based out fo the Coffs Harbour Area. Previously I was involved in supporting IT in schools as part of the North Coast Regional IT team.

Technically this project looks good, so I am very intersted in the educational side of the project.

James]]> Introductions Mon, 31 Aug 2009 23:25:23 GMT http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/hi-from-the-north-coast-t74.htm#269 http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/hi-from-the-north-coast-t74.htm http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/introduction-evans-high-tso-t73.htm evanshigh
How is everyone going?]]> Introductions Mon, 31 Aug 2009 02:05:29 GMT http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/introduction-evans-high-tso-t73.htm#261 http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/introduction-evans-high-tso-t73.htm http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/introduction-t68.htm Victor Davidson Teacher Librarian,
Birrong Girls High School,
specialising in
Information Literacy and
Narrative Structure.
On the DET Blog Trial
living a creative and productive life.]]> Introductions Thu, 27 Aug 2009 01:01:44 GMT http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/introduction-t68.htm#233 http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/introduction-t68.htm http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/tso-introduction-t66.htm broc.say2 Hello All, My name is Broc Say (broc.say2). I am a DET Technical Support Officer (TSO) currently assigned to distribute, install and support the NSW DER Laptops in Public High Schools within the Western Sydney Region, along with many other TSOs. I thought it might help some DET staff members if I joined this forum and answered some questions about the NSW DER Laptops, as well as directing other Staff Members to this forum if they have any question or queries about the program or the devices. ... Introductions Tue, 25 Aug 2009 09:35:33 GMT http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/tso-introduction-t66.htm#204 http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/tso-introduction-t66.htm http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/introduction-t67.htm maximos Hello, I'm Russell Darnley. I'm the Computer Coordinator at Sydney Secondary College - Leichhardt Campus. I'm interested in any discussion on the application of the DER Laptops to education. I've a few ideas that I'll share. I've been involved with computers since about 1984 when I got my first Mac and have always been focused on the opportunities ICT presents for supporting and extending pedagogy, across the curriculum. Very interested in all of the implications of social media ... Introductions Tue, 25 Aug 2009 11:09:40 GMT http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/introduction-t67.htm#212 http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/introduction-t67.htm http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/to-moodle-or-not-to-moodle-t18.htm JT I have a colleague,friend in the catholic system who have been using laptops for a few years and were provided with a lesson platform ( not moodle). I have heard of moodle and had a quick look at it up but am not sure whether I should be downloading it or whether the department has put something in place for us?? It seems that a lot of you are Moodle lovers so maybe you can help me out. Introductions Tue, 21 Jul 2009 06:54:16 GMT http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/to-moodle-or-not-to-moodle-t18.htm#40 http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/to-moodle-or-not-to-moodle-t18.htm http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/geeky-g-day-t64.htm Lofts1964 ]]> Introductions Sat, 22 Aug 2009 04:42:20 GMT http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/geeky-g-day-t64.htm#199 http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/geeky-g-day-t64.htm http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/sharing-ideas-is-fabulous-t59.htm karenyager Pleased to have found this site! Too often we reinvent the wheel and don't share our ideas and resources. ]]> Introductions Mon, 10 Aug 2009 10:08:48 GMT http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/sharing-ideas-is-fabulous-t59.htm#181 http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/sharing-ideas-is-fabulous-t59.htm http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/this-is-the-forum-i-ve-been-looking-for-t53.htm mark_k
I'm going to scurry off and prepare all my questions and debating points. I will spread the word of the existence of this forum. Cheers.]]> Introductions Fri, 07 Aug 2009 06:59:50 GMT http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/this-is-the-forum-i-ve-been-looking-for-t53.htm#162 http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/this-is-the-forum-i-ve-been-looking-for-t53.htm http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/new-person-here-be-nice-first-student-i-think-t38.htm eskimogenius AWESOME. First year 9 student here. Anyway, a little bit about myself. I go to school 8121. Wouldn't like to mention it here because of privacy reasons. I'm receiving the laptops pretty soon, and as you all know students will be obviously using these laptops to game, pirate, chat, etc. It won't matter how much the laptop is locked down, students will be able to bypass it anyway. I bet anyone money that laptop security will be broken within 3 weeks. Anyway, can anyone send ... Introductions Tue, 28 Jul 2009 07:39:18 GMT http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/new-person-here-be-nice-first-student-i-think-t38.htm#93 http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/new-person-here-be-nice-first-student-i-think-t38.htm http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/hi-from-macict-t40.htm devans17 ]]> Introductions Wed, 29 Jul 2009 12:04:51 GMT http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/hi-from-macict-t40.htm#110 http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/hi-from-macict-t40.htm http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/duanes-birthday-t37.htm JT ]]> Introductions Tue, 28 Jul 2009 01:38:52 GMT http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/duanes-birthday-t37.htm#92 http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/duanes-birthday-t37.htm http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/from-a-man-who-needs-a-thorough-introduction-t36.htm Sharp Greetings comrades I speak to you as an Applephile (but admittedly one who uses a two button mouse) who has, until now, been able to get by with only a minimal understanding of other OS's. When schools went Microsoft I happily just kept bringing my iBook to work. I used to laugh merrily on the days when I had the only working computer on site I could live with the gleeful sarcasm from students, the scathing remarks from IT staff and even the lesser opportunities for MacBook gaming ... Introductions Mon, 27 Jul 2009 11:46:35 GMT http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/from-a-man-who-needs-a-thorough-introduction-t36.htm#91 http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/from-a-man-who-needs-a-thorough-introduction-t36.htm http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/hello-from-narooma-t34.htm scott.mazz Great idea guys. I think we are in for an interesting ride. Introductions Sun, 26 Jul 2009 22:33:42 GMT http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/hello-from-narooma-t34.htm#87 http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/hello-from-narooma-t34.htm http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/hello-from-bega-high-t30.htm vincent g'day everyone, read some of your intros. I teach a bit of science and IST and ITVET. I like cycling and sea kayaking and other stuff. I'm giving a presentation day 1 term 3 on the DER laptops Hmmm... it's the day after tomorrow...better start panicking. No - have looked at the laptop and some of the truckloads of software. Laptops are cute but the biggest bummer for me is the software is ‘locked’ – heavy on unlovable ‘USAcentric’ Microsoft and (unlovable?) ... Introductions Sat, 25 Jul 2009 11:29:47 GMT http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/hello-from-bega-high-t30.htm#70 http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/hello-from-bega-high-t30.htm http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/introduction-t17.htm JT A PDHPE teacher with a love for ITC, mostly self taught but very excited to have been lucky enough to get the one laptop for our department. Have found Stu's website and am also a jeopardy fan. Just ready to learn all I can to use this tool in the best way and educate our ageing staff. ]]> Introductions Tue, 21 Jul 2009 06:46:30 GMT http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/introduction-t17.htm#39 http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/introduction-t17.htm http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/hi-from-the-shire-t14.htm lynn.harvey Computer CoOrdinator

Moodle is my passion

I have applied to be Leading Learner which, if they accept me, should provide me with added assistance in promoting these laptops to my technophobic staff.]]> Introductions Fri, 17 Jul 2009 03:31:53 GMT http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/hi-from-the-shire-t14.htm#33 http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/hi-from-the-shire-t14.htm http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/checking-in-from-mnc-t12.htm TonySearl G'day, Tony from Great Lakes College. Been a DETty for a while now. Mostly. I blog, twitter and mess about with ICTs,usually through critical eyes. My tolerance for fads, figjammers and opthamologists is suprisingly low. Main interests are assessment reform, (especially the antiquated HSC) and QTL in whatever shape or form floats your boat. Great teaching is great teaching. Look forward to seeing what emerges on this here forum. A real world professional idea (unlike ... Introductions Wed, 15 Jul 2009 23:07:03 GMT http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/checking-in-from-mnc-t12.htm#28 http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/checking-in-from-mnc-t12.htm http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/hi-from-the-mid-north-coast-t11.htm simonborgert g'day I'm Simon Borgert (should have been obivious from my username ) a Maths Head Teacher from Coffs Harbour High School who started working with DET this year after 10 odd years in the independent system in Victoria. You can follow me on Twitter http://twitter.com/SimonBorgert or my teaching bloghttp://simonborgert.edublogs.org or my student bloghttp://mrborgert.wordpress.com I am really looking forward to the introduction of the laptops, But can't understand how they ... Introductions Sun, 12 Jul 2009 23:41:30 GMT http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/hi-from-the-mid-north-coast-t11.htm#25 http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/hi-from-the-mid-north-coast-t11.htm http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/hi-apparently-a-topic-title-needs-to-be-longer-than-hi-t9.htm simonjob G'day, I'm a Maths (and computing) teacher in a 7-10 high school in Western Sydney. I've got my DER laptop, and the wireless access point is in my classroom (although not working yet). It's going to be an interesting time incorporating these machines into our teaching and learning. I have a blog about Maths teaching: MathsClass, and you can find me on Twitter. Simon. Introductions Sat, 11 Jul 2009 07:11:05 GMT http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/hi-apparently-a-topic-title-needs-to-be-longer-than-hi-t9.htm#15 http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/hi-apparently-a-topic-title-needs-to-be-longer-than-hi-t9.htm http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/excited-about-laptops-t5.htm kelrob6
I really want the laptop program to work from the outset, I've volunteered at the kids HS and hope this will become another valuable resource for all of us.]]> Introductions Thu, 09 Jul 2009 14:55:40 GMT http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/excited-about-laptops-t5.htm#6 http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/excited-about-laptops-t5.htm http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/hello-world-t7.htm Greg Sharkey Hi all, I am one of 4 Technology Advisers in Sydney Region (along with Stu)whose roll is to support and advise schools in the use of technology. I have been in this position since 1996. Prior to that time I was a classroom teacher (Computing and Maths) at a couple of Sydney High Schools where I was also the Computer Coordinators. I believe that the implementation of DERNSW with the netbooks is the best solution that could be achieved with the Federal government project. With any ... Introductions Thu, 09 Jul 2009 23:58:25 GMT http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/hello-world-t7.htm#8 http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/hello-world-t7.htm http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/ok-let-s-get-this-party-started-t2.htm stuhasic My name is Stu and I'm from Sydney Region. Not a teacher, I work for the IT Services Unit in Sydney Region, dealing exclusively with schools. I do lots of stuff in my spare time such as http://stuhasic.com I hope the forum takes off. Please also consider Sydney Region's ICT Support Forum, covering a lot more than just DER NSW. http://sts.sydneyr.det.nsw.edu.au/forum It's been going for a few years now and we know how hard it can be to get the ball rolling on one of these endeavours. Introductions Thu, 09 Jul 2009 10:34:17 GMT http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/ok-let-s-get-this-party-started-t2.htm#2 http://nswder.forumotion.net/introductions-f13/ok-let-s-get-this-party-started-t2.htm