Assessment and Curriculum

A selection of the most relevant:

• Fagan, T.J. & Coutts, T. (2011, October). QR Codes - Are they relevant in education? Workshop presented at ULearn 2011 Conference, Rotorua, New Zealand.
• Fagan, T.J. (2011, October). How to create and deliver memorable presentaitons. Workshop presented at ULearn 2011 Conference, Rotorua, New Zealand
• Fagan, T.j. & Butler, C. (2011, October)). Top 10 applications to support learners. Workshop presented at ULearn 2011 Conference, Rotorua, New Zealand
• Fagan, T.J. & Coutts, T. (2011, July). Flying with Penguins:  What it means to be literate in a digital world. Workshop presented at the 48^th Annual NZCA Conference and AGM, Rotorua, New Zealand.
• Fagan, T.J. (2011, July). Learning together:  Social interactions in a mixed-age setting. Workshop presented at the 48^th Annual NZCA Conference and AGM, Rotorua, New Zealand.
• Fagan T.J. (2011, March). Digital Learning Resources: Learning, Teaching and ICTs: an Early Childhood perspective. Paper presented at the 16^th Annual Consortium for School Networking Conference, New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.A.
• Fagan, T.J. (2011, March). Learning, Teaching and ICTs: an Early Childhood perspective. Paper presented at the 22^nd Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference, Nashville, Tennessee, U.S.A.
• Fagan, T. (2011, March). Using digital video to enhance and refine pedagogy. Paper presented at the 22^nd International Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference, Nashville, Tennessee, U.S.A.
• Fagan, T.J. (2010, July). Teaching and learning practices of a 21^st Century curriculum. Workshop presented at the 47^th Annual NZCA Conference and AGM, Blehheim, New Zealand.
• Fagan, T.J. & Nelson, T. (2010, July). Digital Technologies – Using digital technologies to strengthen children’s oral, visual and written language and creativity. Paper presented at the 47^th Annual NZCA Conference and AGM, Blehheim, New Zealand.
• Carlson. S & Fagan. T.J. (2010, February) How to create and deliver memorable presentations. Workshop presented at Learning@Schools conference, Rotorua
• Fagan. T.J., Carlson. S, Allen. A, Lamsby. A (2009, November) Our Stories: Completing a research cycle, learning, leaching and ICT’s: An Early Childhood Perspective. Paper presented at NZARE conference, Rotorua 
• Fagan, T.J. (2008, May). Children’s learning in mixed-age settings. Paper presented at the New Zealand Playcentre Federation Conference, Auckland, New Zealand.
• Fagan, T.J. (2008, January). Aspects of children’s interactions in a mixed-age setting. Paper presented at the 16^th Annual Conference of Australian Research in Early Childhood Education, Melbourne, Australia
• Fagan, T.J. (2007, September). Mixed Age Settings: What Happens for Young Children? Paper presented at the 2007 Early Childhood Convention, Rotorua, New Zealand.
• Fagan, T.J. (2006, December). Mixed Age Settings: Younger and Older Together. Paper presented at the 10^th Annual New Zealand Early Childhood Research Conference and Symposia, Porirua, New Zealand.

A selection of most relevant:

Fry, A. & Fagan, T.(Spring/Summer 2011) Using ePortfolios for teacher registration.  Early Education, 50, 19-20.

Fagan, T. (2011). Learning, Teaching and ICTs: an Early Childhood perspective. In M. Koehler & P. Mishra (Eds.), Proceedings of Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2011 (pp. 2954-2960). Chesapeake, VA: AACE.

Fagan, T.J., Clare, S. & Laird, K. (2011). Using digital video to enhance and refine pedagogy. In M. Koehler & P. Mishra (Eds.), Proceedings of Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2011 (pp. 1821-1828). Chesapeake, VA: AACE.

Broadley, M.L. & Fagan, T.J. (2010).  Process not perfection.  The art of reflective practice.  In B Clark and A. Grey (Eds.).  Ata Kitea Te Pae – Scanning the Horizon:  Perspectives on Early Childhood Education:  Pearson Education.

Fagan, T.J. & Taal, N.  (Spring/Summer 2010).  The Apple Tree:  An authentic learning.  Early Education, 46, 19-21.

Fagan, T.J. (2006).  Discovering ICT:  How Technology can assist assessment and documentation.  Playcentre Journal, 126, 29-30.

Fagan, T.J. (2005).  Transition to School.  Playcentre Journal, 122, 26-27

Fagan, T.J. (2004).  Friendship in Early Childhood.  Playcentre Journal, 120, 28-29

• Web 2.0 in Teaching and Learning
• Digital Literacies
• Engaging and building community through ICT
• Creating an online Professional Learning Network to enhance teaching and learning
• Creating positive learning environments to enhance learning in the 21st century
• Facilitating teams of teachers in ECE and Primary to integrate ICT into their teaching and learning

• Coutts, T. & Carlson, S. (2010, October). Powerful Connectivity and Engagement Through Life Long E-Portfolios. Presented at ULearn10 Conference, Christchurch.
• Coutts, T. (2010 October) ABC + 123 + ICT = 21^st Century. Presented at ULearn10 Conference, Christchurch.
• Coutts, T. (2010, February). Building Community Through Blogging. Presented at Learning@Schools Conference, Rotorua.
• Coutts, T. & Kaye, B. (2009, September). Leading and Inspiring Learning through ICT. Presented at TRCC leadership Hui, Wellington.
• Coutts, T. & Kaye, B. (2009, October). Building Community Through Blogging. Presented at Ulearn09 Conference, Christchurch.
• Coutts, T. & Kaye, B. (2009, October). Manaia Online. Presented Online - Eluminate.
• Coutts, T. & Kaye, B. (2008, October). The ICT Journey Keynote Presentation at Ulearn08, Christchurch.
• Coutts, T. & Kaye, B. (2008, October). Learning and Growing Together in ICT. Presented at Celebrating Northland’s Tamariki Conference, Whangarei.
• Coutts, T. & Kaye, B. (2007, October). Hands on Blogging.Workshop presented at Ulearn07, Auckland.

• Coutts, T. & Kaye, B. (2009). Inspiring and Engaging Learners through ICT. Swings and Roundabouts, Issue 4. Early Childhood Council Pg 14/15.
• Coutts, T. & Kaye, B (2010) “Here’s my blog address – you’ll be needing this!” In V Ham and D Wenmouth (Eds.). eLearnings: implementing a national strategy for ICT in education, 1998-2010: CORE Education.

"Having grown up in Northland, I am passionate about the outdoors and I spend lots of time with my whānau and friends at the beach and enjoying the outdoor lifestyle. I am a self confessed exercise junky with running being my main addiction. I have recently competed in the Kokoda Challenge in Australia and the Oxfam Challenge in NZ, 96km and 100km team events, making you realise your inner strength as well as raising money for worthy causes! I believe in setting challenges and being highly motivated both in my personal and work life."

• Web 2.0 and online platforms in Teaching and Learning
• Digital Literacies and story telling
• E-portfolio development and implementation
• Pedagogical leadership
• iPads and multi media in ECE
• Social networking and cybersafety
• Team facilitation to strengthen centre philosophy and practices
• Self review and appraisals 
• Governance and Management support for ECE service

• Associate Teacher - University of Waikato: School of Education, ECE

• Carlson. S, (2011, July). Cyber Safety in ECE – Yes its every ones business! Presented at NZCA Conference, Rotorua. 
• Carlson, S. (2010, October). Technology in 2010. Presented at ULearn10 Conference, Christchurch.
• Carlson, S., & Coutts, T. (2010, October). Powerful Connectivity and Engagement Through Life Long E-Portfolios. Presented at ULearn10 Conference, Christchurch.
• Carlson, S., Fagan, T. (2010, February). How to create and deliver memorable presentations. Presented at Learning@School Conference, Rotorua.
• Ferguson, N., Carlson, S. (2009, November). ECE and Cybersafety: an overview. Presented at Netsafe Spotlight Hui, Auckland.
• Fagan, F., Carlson, S., Allen, A., Lamsby. A, (2009, November). Our Stories: Completing a research cycle, learning, teaching and ICT’s: An Early Childhood Perspective. Paper presented at NZARE Conference, Rotorua. 
• Carlson. S, (2009, September). Leadership – Beyond the Guru loop. Presented at TRCC Leadership Hui, Wellington.
• Carlson. S, Ngapo. M (2009, July). The children of today and the learners of tomorrow. Presented at NCCA Conference, Auckland.
• Carlson. S, (2008, December). Cyber Safety in ECE. Presented at ECE ICT PL Symposium, Auckland. 
• Carlson. S, (2008, December). Pedagogical Documentation. Presented at ECE ICT PL Symposium, Auckland. 
• Carlson. S, (2008, October). Digital Native or Digital Immigrant: Exploring the realms of digital users and uptake. Presented at ULearn08 Conference, Christchurch.

• Scholastic achievement and excellence - Golden Key Honours Society (1999)

"I grew up in Taranaki, and moved to the Waikato in 1997. I currently live on the outskirts of Hamilton. My family enjoys the benefits of rural and city life, and make the most the mighty Waikato river as we are water skiers from way back.

Through my work as an early years facilitator I feel privileged to be invited to visit and work with many centres throughout New Zealand. I am passionate about my work, especially when supporting teachers and centres to grow and expand their knowledge and confidence in 21st century teaching and learning."

Mary Anne brings expertise and experience in:

• E-Learning
• Blended Learning
• Inquiry
• Assessment for Learning

• Learning@School TRUMPing Leadership and Real Inquiry for Real Kids, 2012
• Learning @ School ICT-infused assessment for Learning 2011
• School Support Services, Questioning, Self Managing Students, 2010
• Learning at School – Iraq War Inquiry, Enviro-Inquiry, Questioning, Creating a Conceptual Curriculum - Rotorua 2007, 2009,2010
• ULearn – Iraq War Inquiry, Enviro-Inquiry, Christchurch  2007, 2008
• “Change” conference at Raglan Area School   ICT-Infused Inquiry Learning, 2008
• A video conference presentation for CoroNET Lead Teachers and Facilitators - Iraq war Inquiry, Upper North Island 2007
• “Enviro-Schools” Lead teachers and Facilitators PD day Enviro-Inquiry,  (Co-presented with SSS Sustainability Advisor), BOP Region 2007

Wintec Student of the Year Award 2011

"I am creative and innovative. I approach opportunities with positivity and motivation. I am articulate and professional in my approach, and also have a decent splash of humour and wit. I am dedicated to empowering others to aspire towards personal excellence, and strive to lead by example."

Christina is able to provide professional development or consultancy services in the following areas:

• Designing effective, engaging online communities
• Supporting schools to share their curriculum experiences and learning
• Developing effective online resources and communities to support teachers’ professional learning
• Broadening access to curriculum information and resources
• Implementing the making of connections and developing relationships
• Designing user-friendly, inclusive online environments
• Digital storytelling

• NZC Implementation Steering Group (MOE), Member (Present)
• ANZFSSA (2000-2007); Regional Representative (2000-2007)
• Auckland War Memorial Museum Reference Group (2006-2008)
• Auckland Social Studies Association Co-Chair (2004-2007).

• Implementing a co-constructed 21st century Curriculum as a national project. ICTLT Conference, Singapore, March 2010
• Five great curriculum resources - New Zealand Curriculum Online. Workshop at Learning@School Conference, Feb 2010
• Questions about key competencies. Workshop at Learning@School Conference, Feb 2010
• Curriculum stories, Workshop at Learning@School Conference, Feb 2010
• NZC Online 101, Learning@School Conference, Feb 2009
• The principles - Foundations of curriculum design making, Workshop presented at ULearn Conference, 2009
• New Zealand Curriculum Online, Hamilton Principal’s Association, 2009

"I work with a wonderful array of talented leaders and teachers throughout New Zealand. I am pleased to be able to support their professional learning, and to help them share their stories, ideas and wisdom to a wide online audience."