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David Noble is a Chartered Teacher and EdD student, based in Fife, Scotland. These fortnightly podcasts include interviews with learning professionals, where they talk about dealing with the social web
 

Dave Stacey is a secondary History teacher in Swansea, Wales. 

During this edonis interview, Dave talks about his:

* Background in education

* experiences of ICT-related training and professional development as a student teacher, during INSET, and as part of CPD

* thoughts on web access for teachers in his workplace

* notion of 'learning network'

* uses of the social web

* anticipated changes in use of ICT over the next 3 years.

Dave's blog is here.

Links from the interview are here.

Direct download: edonis_23_03-07-09_DS.mp3
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Daniel Needlestone is a secondary teacher of ICT and is eLearning co-ordinator in his school.  He lives in London. 

During this edonis interview, Daniel talks about his:

* Background in education

* experiences of ICT-related training and professional development as a student teacher, during INSET, and as part of CPD

* thoughts on web access for teachers in his workplace

* notion of 'learning network'

* uses of the social web

* anticipated changes in use of ICT over the next 3 years.

Links from the interview are here.


Direct download: edonis_24_03-07-09_DN.mp3
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Walter Patterson is an independent educational consultant and, among many other roles, was previously an HM Inspector of Schools.

During this edonis interview, Walter talks about his:

* Background in education
* experiences of ICT-related training and professional development
* notion of 'learning network'
* uses of the social web
* anticipated changes in use of ICT over the next 3 years.

Links from the interview are here.

Direct download: edonis_22_03-07-09_WP.mp3
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Lynne Lewis is Principal Teacher at Athelstaneford Primary School in East Lothian, Scotland. 

During this edonis interview, Lynne talks about her:

* Background in education

* experiences of ICT-related training and professional development as a student teacher, during INSET, and as part of CPD

* thoughts on web access for teachers in her workplace

* notion of 'learning network'

* uses of the social web

* anticipated changes in use of ICT over the next 3 years.

Links from the interview are here.

Direct download: edonis_21_01-07-2009_LL.mp3
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Gail Haythorne is a secondary languages teacher at a girls' school in England.  Here she has responsibility for staff development, and more widely, is a trainer in the use of ICT in language learning.

During this edonis interview, Gail talks about her:

* Background in education

* experiences of ICT-related training and professional development as a student teacher, during INSET, and as part of CPD

* thoughts on web access for teachers in her workplace

* notion of 'learning network'

* uses of the social web

* anticipated changes in use of ICT over the next 3 years.

Links from the interview are here.

Gail's blog can be read here.

Direct download: edonis_20_29-06-2009_GH.mp3
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Ruthanne Baxter is Arts Education/Creative Links Officer in East Lothian, Scotland.  During this edonis interview, Ruthanne talks about her:
  • Career to date
  • experiences of ICT-related training: as a student teacher, during INSET/CPD, and as part of her present Professional Development
  • thoughts on web access for learning professionals in her authority
  • notion of 'learning network'
  • uses of the web
  • anticipated changes in use of ICT over the next 3 years.
Links from the interview are here.
Direct download: edonis_13_22-05-09.mp3
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John Johnston is ICT Development Officer in North Lanarkshire, Scotland.  During this edonis interview, John talks about his:

* Background in education

* experiences of ICT-related training and professional development as a student teacher, during INSET, and as part of CPD

* thoughts on web access for learning professionals in his authority

* notion of 'learning network'

* uses of the social web

* anticipated changes in use of ICT over the next 3 years.

Links from the interview are here.

John's website can be read here.

Direct download: edonis_19_29-06-2009_JJ.mp3
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Doug Belshaw is Director of E-Learning at Northumberland Church of England Academy, and an EdD student at the University of Durham.  His thesis is on, "What does it mean to be ‘educated’ and ‘digitally literate’? The impact of ICT and the knowledge society upon education in the 21st century."  During this edonis interview, Doug talks about his:

* Background in education
* experiences of ICT-related training and professional development: as a student teacher, during INSET, and as part of CPD
* previous workplace and the level of web access for learning professionals
* notion of 'learning network'
* uses of the social web
* anticipated changes in use of ICT over the next 3 years.

Links from the interview are here.

Doug's website can be accessed here.
Direct download: edonis_18_26-06-09.mp3
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Theo is an educator, researcher, and consultant.  Vastly experienced in the use of ICT in education, he has recently worked extensively with digital assets and collections.  During this edonis interview, Theo talks about his:

* Background in education
* experiences of ICT-related training and professional development
* notion of 'learning network'
* uses of the social web
* anticipated changes in use of ICT over the next 3 years.

Links from the interview are here.

Theo's blog can be read here.
Direct download: edonis_17_24-06-09.mp3
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Pat is an adjunct instructor on the university level and a retired teacher of children with special needs.  She lives in Greenville, South Carolina.  During this edonis interview, Pat talks about her:

* Background in education

* experiences of ICT-related training and professional development as a student teacher, during INSET, and as part of CPD

* thoughts on web access for learning professionals in her authority

* notion of 'learning network'

* uses of the social web

* anticipated changes in use of ICT over the next 3 years.

Links from the interview are here.

Pat’s Successful Teaching blog can be read here.

Direct download: edonis_16_04-06-09.mp3
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Sue Tapp is an English teacher in Victoria, Australia, and is convener of the OZ/NZ Educators Online Group.  During this edonis interview, Sue talks about her:

* Background in education

* experiences of ICT-related training and professional development as a student teacher, during INSET, and as part of CPD

* thoughts on web access for learning professionals in her authority

* notion of 'learning network'

* uses of the social web

* anticipated changes in use of ICT over the next 3 years.

Links from the interview are here.

Sue’s blog can be read here.

Direct download: edonis_15_06-06-09.mp3
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Lorna Walker is a former HM Inspector of residential special and secure schools, and now runs Education Through Care; an education consultancy.  During this edonis interview, Lorna talks about her:

* Background in education

* experiences of ICT and professional development

* notion of 'learning network'

* uses of the social web

* anticipated changes in use of ICT over the next 3 years.

Links from the interview are here.

Direct download: edonis_14_27-05-09.mp3
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Neil Winton is Head of English at Perth Academy in Scotland.  He is regarded by many as being at the forefront in the use of wikis in education and is a prolific education blogger.  During this edonis interview, Neil talks about his:

* Background in education

* experiences of ICT-related training and professional development as a student teacher, during INSET, and as part of CPD

* thoughts on web access for learning professionals in his authority

* notion of 'learning network'

* uses of the social web

* anticipated changes in use of ICT over the next 3 years.

Links from the interview are here.

Neil’s blog can be read here.

Direct download: edonis_11_10-05-2009_NW.mp3
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Margaret Vass is ICT Support Co-ordinator at Falkirk Council in Central Scotland.  She is also a Chartered Teacher with experience of using web 2.0 tools such as blogs and wikis with her Primary pupils.  During this edonis interview, Margaret talks about her:

  • Background in education
  • experiences of ICT-related training and professional development as a student teacher, during INSET, and as part of CPD
  • thoughts on web access for learners and learning professionals in her authority
  • notion of 'learning network'
  • uses of the social web
  • anticipated changes in use of ICT over the next 3 years.


Links from the interview are here.


Margaret’s blog can be read here.

Direct download: edonis_10_27-03-09_MV2.mp3
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During March, I travelled to the States to present at, and take part in, the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD) Annual Conference.  This was a 4-day event, held at the OCCC in Orlando.

In this special Booruch podcast, I reflect on: aspects of the organisation of the conference; the use of ICT by attendees during sessions; and possible implications for UK conferences such as The Scottish Learning Festival and BETT.

Links from this episode are here.

My presentation notes (including links) are available here.  The audio is available as a paid-for download from ASCD here.

Direct download: Booruch_73_16-04-09.mp3
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Alan Parkinson is Secondary Curriculum Development Leader for the Geographical Association.  He works on the Action Plan for Geography; one strand of which is the creation of new teacher networks.  During this edonis project interview, Alan talks about his:

  • background in education
  • experiences of ICT-related training and professional development
  • notion of 'learning network'
  • uses of the social web
  • anticipated changes in use of ICT over the next 3 years.

Links from the interview are here.

Direct download: edonis_9_11-03-09_AP2.mp3
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David Gilmour is a learning professional at East Lothian Council in the East of Scotland.  He is the driving force behind edubuzz; East Lothian's networked learning community.  During this edonis project interview, David talks about edubuzz and his:

  • background in education
  • experiences of ICT-related training and professional development
  • notion of 'learning network'
  • uses of the social web
  • anticipated changes in use of ICT over the next 3 years.

Links from the interview are here.

Direct download: edonis_8_05-03-09_DG2.mp3
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Dr Brian Guthrie is a Researcher Academic Therapist on the Social Work and Disability Program at Royal Mount College in Calgary, Alberta.  He utilises Blackboard and wifi-enabled laptops to support classes and courses, and makes use of several online tools and spaces to develop his professionalism and practice.

During this edonis project interview, Brian talks about his:

  • Background in education
  • experiences of ICT-related training and professional development
  • thoughts on web access for learners and learning professionals in his establishment
  • notion of 'learning network'
  • uses of the social web
  • anticipated changes in use of ICT over the next 3 years.
  • Links from the interview are here.

    Direct download: edonis_7_25-02-09_BG2.mp3
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    Please note - this podcast should not be listened to through earphones, due to interference. Listening via speakers will be OK.

    Lynne Horn is Principal Teacher of the Languages Faculty at Tobermory High.

    During this edonis interview, Lynne talks about her:

    - Background in education
    - experiences of ICT-related training/professional development as a student teacher, during INSET, and as part of CPD
    - web access at school
    - notion of 'learning network'
    - uses of the 'social web'
    - use of wikis with pupils
    - anticipated changes in use of ICT over the next 3 years.

    Links from the interview are here.

    Lynne's blog can be read here.
    Direct download: edonis_6_18-02-09_LH3.mp3
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    Dr Anke Beate-Stahl has been Teacher of Art at Hillside School in Aberdour since 2001. Presently, Anke is on the Chartered Teacher programme.

    During this edonis project interview, Anke talks about her:

    • career in education
    • experiences of ICT-related training/professional development as a student teacher, during INSET, and as part of CPD
    • use of email and the extent to which this supports her professional development
    • notion of 'learning network'
    • uses of the 'social web'
    • anticipated changes in use of ICT over the next 3 years.
    Direct download: edonis_4_11-12-08_ABS_3.mp3
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    Anthony Evans is a Primary ICT Consultant in the London Borough of Redbridge.  He writes regularly to his blog, sharing primary ICT ideas and activities in his area.  During 2008, Anthony curated the Teachmeet North East London 'unconference'.

    During this edonis project interview, Anthony talks about his:

    • Background  in education
    • experiences of ICT-related training/professional development
    • understanding of web access for learning professionals provided within his authority
    • his notion of 'learning network', including Twitter use by consultants/trainers
    • Teachmeet North East London
    • anticipated changes in use of ICT over the next 3 years.
    Links to websites mentioned are here.

    Anthony's blog can be read here.
    Direct download: edonis_3_29-11-08_AE_3.mp3
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    Louise Jones is the Health Promoting Schools Manager for the Highland Council area. She regularly uses blogs, wikis and online surveys, and leads on the Highland E-Safety Strategy.  Louise is also a CEOP Ambassador and Glow Mentor.

    During this edonis project interview, Louise talks about her:
    • Background on her education career
    • experiences of ICT-related training/professional development
    • understanding of web access for learning professionals
    • use of ICT as a learning professional changing over the next 3 years.
    Links to websites mentioned are here.

    Louise's blog can be read here.
    Direct download: edonis_2_28-11-08_LJ_3.mp3
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    This Booruch episode is an edit of my contribution to the Education Unbound 2008 event, organised by Online Creative Communications.  It was held at Adam Street Private Members' Club, on The Strand, London on 8th October.  Also on the panel were Dan Sutch, Catherine Howell and Andy Gibson.  The event was chaired by Matt I.
    Direct download: EPR65b_26-12-08.mp3
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    This week, I talk about: projects such as Year Dot and School of Everything which I learnt about when I presented at Education Unbound 2008 in London; changes in how I have engaged with Web 2.0 over the last 12 months; and how Booruch and the edonis project will dovetail from January.

    Show notes are here.
    Direct download: EPR65_12-12-08.mp3
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