The perks of working in the library is not only restricted to cataloguing books and articles but toys too. Check out the reversible puppets which I have been playing *ahem* cataloguing today. They've got Aladdin, Snow White, Cinderella, Peter Pan, Puss n Boots and many more. The puppets have 2 sides. Let's take 'The Three Little Pigs' for example. On one side is the 3 little pigs in their respective houses and on the reverse side is the big bad wolf. Whoever made these puppets is a genius and the quality of the puppets are highly skillful.
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It was a nice change of atmosphere this morning. I was greeted with a warm welcome in the Infant Library by Mr Farr, Yati and Jezrielle. The highlight of the day was actually the part (which I like most) when the children greeted me, "Good morning, Ms Aaaaaziiiiiii......" They were so adorable.
It is now already quater to three and I just about to settle down. Time really passed by very quickly here. I must get used to the pace here. *peace* It was a great opportunity to be sent to this conference. It was held every year and this year, it was in UWCSEA East Campus, Singapore from 10 - 12 October 2013.
The 2 day conference was exciting, interactive, eye-opening, inspiring and electrifying (in a good way). I learnt quite a fair bit of "techkie" stuff. I made new friends too (she is Denise who happens to know Ben & Jacqui - what a small world). I wouldn't mind to be sent to more of such conferences even though on a weekend *wink* (both of my boys could have the entire weekend to bond without the mama *double wink*). So below were the stuff that I had done during the course (sorry, not many photos taken as I am either busy taking down notes or whispering to my table "neighbour"). Things to have during this conference were (1) iPad (2) Laptop (3) Cables to "juice up" your devices. And you must be prepared to buy some apps online... (I bought a few, I just could not resist the learning and shopping experience!). And I won't tell you how much I've spent but it was worth it. Friday, 11th Oct 7.45am - In the UWCSEA East KM Library 8am - Sorted out my registration as they accidentally mixed up my name and scheduling (so more waiting) 8.30am - Welcome and Learning 2 talks in the Main Hall - Notes: Quite inspiring talks by the leaders and the UWCSEA students 9.30am - Stories Through the Lens (A623) Notes: Adam Clark demonstrated the different ways of capturing powerful images. The participants were given the opportunity to practice on our iPads. Some apps were shared like Haiku Deck & iMovie were recommended. This was so far the best class for the whole conference. I am bias, yes I am! 12.15pm - Networking Lunch 1.30pm - Bloggers Unite Notes: This is a sharing session for new, regular and would-be bloggers. We discussed on the implication of sharing certain contents and how to attract more eyeballs to the content. A few of us shared our blogs and I shared ours. They were very impressed with our layout and idea of sharing. I have to keep on stressing that this blog is only meant for internal TLRC staff. Overall, the would-be bloggers now have the confident to share their stuff online. I must say that this is one of the best sharing session in Learning2. 2.30pm - Break 3.00pm - Advanced iMovie - How to add special effects === >> Reader & WritersWorkshop for the 21st Century Notes: I wanted to go for the iMovie course but the class was packed with people and I couldn't get in (although I was quite early). I was disappointed, of course. Not sure of where to go to, I saw one of my 'table neighbour', Denise Jackson from the photography class earlier. So I tagged along with her (she assured me that the course is an interesting one). She works in the AIS as a library coordinator in the Junior School. Writing and getting students to write is part & parcel of her job. I guessed that it was an interesting class for me as a Library officer. One have to be able to impart certain skills and knowledge to the students to make the art of writing more efficient; by using an application called Confer (I called it conferring). This class explained about this new techkie stuff and how it made both students and teachers work together effectively & efficiently. Jeff also shared with us his wikispaces and it is packed with all kinds of information on literacy. For a novice like me or if you are interested on what he talked about, visit jdungan-presos.wikispaces.com. It is a self-explanatory site. 4.15pm - Cohort meeting 5.15pm - Home Saturday, 12th Oct 8am - Breakfast, Coffee & networking 8.30am - Learning2 Talks 9.15am - Geeking Out With Codes Notes: Attended by teachers with diverse coding knowledge & background. The class was divided into 4 groups (start from scratch, building apps, building website and Codecademy for the amateurs). I joined the amateur group and go through all the coding lessons through codecademy.com. I suggest if you are new to coding, you should get started on this. I still need more practice and more patience (and more focus). Coding is basically those 3 things that I've just mentioned. Like I've mentioned, there were people with diverse coding knowledge, someone in the class had created an app that morning. An app on cats meowing.... It was a morning of hard-core coding for me and also didn't fail to make be sorely jealous - virtual cats kept meowing, a couple of participants threw punches in the air and yelled, "Yahhh! I did it" - it was so distracting and annoying!!! Annoying especially when my codes kept flashing "Syntec is invalid etc... etc... etc..." on the computer screen. Jealous as I have not created a cool app and haven't throw any punches in the air. (Though I did punch my laptop!) 12.15pm - Networking Lunch Notes: I was so hungry due to the mentally-drained morning that I had a few servings of prata and butter chicken. Free lunches were always delicious... 1.15pm - Arresting with Aurasma Notes: This was my favorite class as I have tried creating an Aura before. The app which could be created also on the computer has gone through several updates. Now it is much easier to use. I had a go with it on my iPad and it was fun. Sharing videos and capturing other 'table neighbours' auras. Nicky Hodges from Y6 Junior School teacher was also in my class. She was mesmerized with Aurasma and said that using the auras made her lessons more exciting. I would definitely try to incorporate these Auras in my display boards. I am going to play around with the app first though. Glory Goh, the presenter is a Singaporean who is now teaching in Suzhou is the Head of ICT in the Dulwich College - Junior School. She also shared the ups and downs of internet content in China. Well, guess that we (those living outside of China) must not take the internet connectivity for granted. 2.15pm - Break 2.30pm - Be the Photographer in your classroom, Learning through Visuals & Learning through Gaming Notes: I was very impressed with this section of the conference. These 3 talks were conducted by the UWC students themselves. It must have been very brave and at the same time, daunting for them to present and interact with us. I found it very interesting to view learning from a different perspective - the students' perspective. They prefer interactivity, dynamic content and impactful images, unlike the way we learnt during our school days. They wanted learning to be more alive and captivating. These presentation were done in the library and I could sit-in in any of the talks. It was set in an informal way - I like it, it was relaxing. 3.45pm - Cohort meeting 4.45pm - Speak Up! Transforming Classroom... Notes: This was my least favourite class. Or maybe it was the fact that it was the end of the day and I was gearing to get home. This class was heavily focused just for the teachers and I was a little bit left out. I should have chosen my favourite class e.g. Stories through the Lens. Nonetheless, it is always good to know what the teachers are up to. 5.15pm - Home I didn't stay till the end as my boys were missing their mum and I had a dinner to prepare. Therefore, I skipped the raffling and socializing part. But overall, I would describe this whole learning experience as a worthy conference to burn your weekend for. And I wouldn't mind travelling to Bangkok for Learning2.014 (of course with the Mr Husband in-tow). He is very interested in some of the stuff offered in the conference. And of course, he is very interested in the travelling bit. PS: Being a CBTL fan, the best part would be the free-flow of Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf beverages throughout the session. And of course, the handmade lanyard for our nametag & your own free mug to help yourself to the coffee and tea. Also gained a few twitter followers and am stalking a few. *peace* A sharing platform for those who are creating display boards for their Library. From one library officer to another... |
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