| Course Title |
Brief Description |
Outline and Objectives |
| FirstClass and the Education Intranet |
This course will consider the nature of the North Lanarkshire Education Intranet, electronic mail and discussion groups. |
The course will focus on the following: • electronic mail using FirstClass • conferences available via FirstClass • the use of calendars, mailing lists and address books.
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| An introduction to Apple Remote Desktop in Primary School Networks |
The course will focus on how Apple Remote Desktop reduces the workload of maintaining Apple computer systems on a school network. |
The course will focus on the following: • copying new software/files to multiple computers simultaneously • observing and controlling networked computers • auditing hardware and software on networked computers • remote configuration and management of networked systems.
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| An introduction to Apple Remote Desktop in Secondary School Networks |
The course will focus on how Apple Remote Desktop reduces the workload of maintaining Apple computer systems on a school network. |
The course will focus on the following: • copying new software/files to multiple computers simultaneously • observing and controlling networked computers • auditing hardware and software on networked computers • remote configuration and management of networked systems. |
| Using FileMaker Pro 7 |
The course will introduce database concepts by considering the basic features and facilities of FileMaker Pro 7 for Macintosh and Windows PC systems. |
The course will focus on the following: • field definitions and table relationships • searching and sorting • layouts and reporting, data formatting |
| File Sharing for Mac and PC users on an Apple Server |
The course will focus on creating share points on an Apple Server which will provide secure access to the files and data of an individual user or groups of
users. |
The course will focus on the following: • creating, storing and organising files on the school file server • sharing files with appropriate security and protection • best practice for business continuity • backup procedures and recovery after disaster strikes
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| European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) |
The ECDL course will be accessed 'on-line' using a web browser from school and/or home. Additionally participants can choose to attend any or all bi-weekly tutorial sessions at the Computer Centre. |
The course will focus on the seven ECDL modules: • Concepts of Information Technology • Word Processing • Using the Computer and Managing Files • Spreadsheets • Databases • Presentation • Information and Communication |
| Creating and Presenting Using Microsoft Powerpoint |
The course will introduce a progression of techniques which will provide the beginner with the basic skills required to create presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint. |
The course will focus on the following • creating slides • adding text and graphics • transitions • using templates |
| Top 10 Activities with a SmartBoard |
The course is a practical introduction to using digital projectors and whiteboards in the classroom. |
The course will focus on the following: • setting up the
projector and board • using the pen tools • using software • creating, storing and editing lessons
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| Digital Cameras & Scanners |
The course is a practical introduction to using digital projectors and whiteboards in the classroom. |
The course will focus on the following: • setting up the projector and board • using the pen tools • using software • creating, storing and editing lessons
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| An introduction to Apple's OSX Environment |
The course will walk through the main features of Apple's latest operating system and will map users' knowledge of the old Macintosh environment to the new. |
The course will focus on the following: • main features of the user interface • configuring preferences, printers and network connections • new features • hints and tips |
| Using Clicker 4 |
The course will explore the powerful features of Clicker 4 which allow teachers to create their own learning resources to support a wide range of curricular contexts |
The course will focus on the following: • Clicker features and templates • creating new templates with speech, text and graphics • accessing new Clicker support materials from the Web |
| An Introduction to the ICT Programme of Study |
The course will explore the various components of the NLC Programme of Study. |
The course will focus on the following • installation of software and management of files • structure of programme and links to 5-14 ICT •
progression of skills • integration of programme into classroom practice |
| Creating Web Pages and Administering a School Web Site |
The course is a practical introduction to creating web pages and adding them to a web site. |
The course will focus on the following: • site design strategies, security, legal and ethical issues • web page design • web page creation using an authoring package • uploading finished pages to a server, management of the web site |
| Using Scanners |
The course will allow participants to become familiar with various aspects of scanner use. |
The course will focus on the following: • hardware installation • software installation • basic operation of a scanner and camera • formatting of output. |
| Using iMovie |
The course will introduce iMovie software and its uses in the 5-14 curriculum |
The course will focus on the following • transferring a movie from camera to computer • editing existing movies • using iMovie in a 5-14 curriculum context • introduction to Apple education 5-14 Levels A-C resource disk
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| Using Digital Cameras |
The course will allow participants to become familiar with using still digital cameras and techniques to process images on the computer. |
The course will focus on the following: • software installation • basic operation of digital cameras • manipulating and processing images on the computer • incorporating images in other documents |
| Using SuperSpell to support Language development |
The course will give participants the opportunity to explore this software which reinforces spelling patterns and rules |
The course will focus on the following • creating and editing word lists • printing activity sheets • managing pupil records |
| Using Inspiration and Kidspiration to Improve Learning and Thinking Skills |
These titles are available in all schools. The software can help pupils to develop ideas and organise logical thinking. |
The course will focus on the following: • brainstorming and planning • creating diagrams and outlines • organising and categorising information visually •
options for printing layouts |
| Interactive Resources - Maths Packs |
This software is available in all schools. The course will explore various programs within the Interactive Resources Maths Packs software. |
The course will focus on the following • installation • the main features of each of the software titles • integration with the 5-14 curriculum • using the Maths Packs with an Interactive Whiteboard |
| Kudlian Suite in context |
The course will explore the various programs within the Kudlian Suite of software which support 5-14 Data Handling, Controlling & Modelling, Language and Art. |
The course will focus on the following • installation (Mac or PC) • the main features of each of the software titles • integration with 5-14 curriculum and NLC Programme of Study |
| 2Simple Infant Video Toolkit |
The course will explore the various programs within the 2Simple Toolkit which support Data Handling, Controlling & Modelling, Language and Art. |
The course will focus on the following • installation (Mac or PC) • the main features of each of the software titles • integration with 5-14 curriculum and NLC Programme of Study • use of the video help files |
| 5-14 Personal Learning Plans using Picasso |
The software enables pupils to create personal learning plans. |
The course will focus on the following • setting improvement targets •
producing personal learning plans • monitoring and recording progress • easing the transition from Primary to Secondary School
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| Word Processing Using Microsoft Word |
The course will allow participants to develop their word processing skills on a Macintosh computer, allowing more complex documents to be created. |
The course will focus on the following: • formatting techniques • using graphics and clip-art • page breaks, footers and headers • tabs and tables. |
| Relational Databases (Theory) |
The course will consider aspects of relational databases in terms of H. Still courses in Computing, Information Systems and Administration. A practical course using Filemaker Pro also available. |
The course will focus on the following: • database management system concepts • database structure • exemplar database problems
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| Creating & Editing Graphics and Digital Photographs |
Using a variety of software, the course will build upon the existing graphic skills of participants to allow the production of more complex documents. |
The course will focus on the following: • drawing shapes, colour and pattern fills, lines and line styles • Scaling and cropping photographs • autogrid, alignment of objects,grouping of graphic objects, graphic layers • text in graphics, using clipart and images from other sources |
| Searching and Researching using the World Wide Web |
This course will provide a practical introduction to the World Wide Web and its use as a curriculum resource. |
The course will focus on the following: • browser software and basic access skills • bookmarks/favourites and searching • downloading text and graphics • acceptable use issues |
| Videoconferencing Using Marratech |
The course is a practical introduction to IP videoconferencing. |
The course will focus on the following • Installation and configuration of hardware
and software • Tools available within the Marratech software • Videoconferencing etiquette.
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| Teacher's Guide to Troubleshooting |
The course will provide hints, tips and procedures for dealing with the common problems that arise with school computers. |
The course will focus on the following: • correct computer setup • configuring software • successful network access • printers & other devices |
| Basic Computer Skills for PC Users |
The course will introduce beginners to the basic skills required to use computers. |
The course will focus on the following: • set up and use of computers • using software • saving, copying and finding files • using printers |
| Basic Computer Skills for Mac Users |
The course will introduce beginners to the basic skills required to use computers. |
The course will focus on the following: • set up and use of computers • using software • saving, copying and finding files • using printers |
| Spreadsheets - Using Microsoft Excel |
The course will introduce a progression of skills which will enable the production and use of spreadsheets. |
The course will focus on the following: •
examining simple spreadsheets • creating new spreadsheet layouts • entering text, data and formulae into cells, simple graphs • printing and saving |
| Using 'Keynote2' from Apple's iWork to create multimedia presentations |
The course will introduce a progression of techniques which will provide beginners with the basic skills required to create presentations using Keynote2 |
The course will focus on the following • installing the software • creating slides • adding text and graphics • transitions • using templates
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| Creating documents using 'Pages' from Apple's iWork application |
The course will introduce a progression of techniques which will provide beginners with the basic skills required to create a variety of documents such as newsletters, flyers, brochures and posters |
The course will focus on the following • importing AppleWorks and Word files • adding text and graphics • using templates • saving, exporting and printing finished documents |
| Introduction to Cloze Pro |
The course will introduce participants to further software titles created by the publishers of Clicker. |
The course will focus on the following • using Cloze Pro's word recognition and prediction skills • creating new activities for Cloze Pro • downloading activities from the internet |
| Using Macromedia Flash |
The course will introduce the basic techniques involved in creating presentations using Macromedia Flash. |
The course will focus on the following • creating graphics • creating animations • designing presentations |
| Self Evaluation of
Standards & Quality in Computing Departments |
The course will consider approaches to departmental self evaluation in the context of national guidelines in ICT and computing, and standards and quality reporting |
The course will focus on the following: • recent reports by HMI on ICT and Computing departments • national guidelines on Standards and Quality • auditing and self-evaluation techniques • implications for development planning
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| Advanced use of FirstClass |
This course will look at the new features in FirstClass version 8 and how they can best be used. |
The course will focus on the following: • using Message Rules in FirstClass version 8 • the use of calendars, mailing lists and address books. • sharing FirstClass documents • creating and sharing conferences |
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