1. Checking on learning – the mobile way Di Dawson David Sugden for Mole NET www.molenet.org.uk

3. 07786 204 949 Text VEL followed by a space then enter the numbers relating to the answers. e.g. VEL 2 4 2 1 etc…

5. True (1) or False (2) ? Implementing RARPA is a requirement for all LSC funded learning programmes? Question 2 07786 204 949 – this will be your second number – don’t send yet …

6. True (1) or False (2) ? Inspectors must examine RARPA evidence - the initial assessment, formative and summative assessment? Question 3

9. Which one of these statements is true? 1. Teachers need specialist training to implement RARPA. 2. RARPA implementation attracts funding. 3. RARPA is a quality initiative 4. Evidence for RARPA must be paper-based only Question 6

10. Question 7 Is a Blog entry suitable assessment evidence? No (1) Yes (2)

12. Question 9 RARPA is one process with linked stages. Using technology to make records can be the link between these stages. How many stages are there? 1. Three 2. Four 3. Five 4. Six

13. “ There will be a learner-focussed system of recognising both anticipated and unanticipated learning outcomes in non-accredited learning. Quality systems in relation to RARPA will be robust, fit for purpose and meet each learner's needs. Providers will use the Approach as a tool for quality improvement and to increase recognition of learner achievement.' ” http:// rarpa.lsc.gov.uk / 2 2 2 1 4 3 2 1 3 Lil’s Site soon

14. Activity 1b The best way to put out an electrical fire is to …? Complete the sentence by sending a text to 07786 204 949 , once again starting your message with the word VEL and then a space … Let’s ask another question … Lil’s Site Open and Closed Questions A closed question usually receives a single word or very short, factual answer. Pretty much what we’ve just done. Open questions elicit longer answers. They usually begin with what, why, how… An open question asks the respondent for his or her knowledge, opinion or feelings. “Tell me” and “describe” can also be used in the same way as open questions. Next …

15. Let’s ask the right questions…. Activity 2 What tips and hints can we think about when we start creating a quiz/question base for an assessment activity? Moving on

16. Hints and tips Activity 2 (a) What hints and tips might you give someone beginning to create questions / assessment

19. http://excellence.qia.org.uk/GoldDust/questioning/questioning.html Also http://ctl.unc.edu/fyc8.html http://www.accessola2.com/superconference2008/thu/308/stapleton_keys.ppt Moving on

21. Bloom’s Taxonomy – old and revised www.techdis.ac.uk/index.php?p =9_5_32_4 http:// edorigami.wikispaces.com/Bloom's+and+ICT+tools who, what, why, when… define, label, show, spell, list, match compare, contrast, demonstrate, describe, interpret, explain apply, build, choose, construct, demonstrate, develop, draw analyze, categorize, classify, compare, contrast How would you categorize . . . ? What evidence can you find . . . ? What is the relationship between . . . ? Can you make a distinction between . . . ? What ideas justify . . . ? combine, compile, compose, construct, create, design, develop, formulate What changes would you make to solve . . . ? How would you improve . . . ? What would happen if . . . ? Can you elaborate on the reason . . . ? Can you propose an alternative . . . ? How would you rate the . . . ? What would you cite to defend the actions . . . ? How would you evaluate . . . ? What choice would you have made . . . ? How would you prioritize . . . ? defend, determine, evaluate, judge, justify, measure,

22. Remember : Describe where Goldilocks lived. Understand : Summarize what the Goldilocks story was about. Apply : Construct a theory as to why Goldilocks went into the house. Analyze : Differentiate between how Goldilocks reacted and how you would react in each story event. Evaluate : Assess whether or not you think this really happened to Goldilocks. Create : Compose a song, skit, poem, or rap to convey the Goldilocks story in a new form. A Wikipedia article discusses Bloom’s Taxonomy and looks at the story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears which is presented for each of the six levels of the Cognitive Process as seen on the Revised Taxonomy Table.

23. Activity 3 … in pairs: Using any software you have available – My Learning, SMS Quiz engine, Hot Potatoes, iPod, Excel, PPT, Quiz Creator…. Create a quiz – based on Citizenship or Health and Safety Awareness You have 15 minutes to create

25. Hints and tips 2 Activity 2 (b) What hints and tips might you now give someone about Q construction?

26. Voting systems - http://www.polleverywhere.com/ Moving on

27. http://www.surveyshack.com/surveyshack_solutions/software_solutions/mobisurvey/ http:// www.votapedia.com/index.php?title = Main_Page

28. http://www.univote.co.uk/index.html Activity 4

33. Blogs Wikis Other web 2.0 Examples … Mash - up

35. http:// sclater.com/blog/?p =43 Activity 6

36. http:// www.mahara.org /

38. CTAD MediaBoard

39. http://www.slideshare.net/alexanderhayes/28082007-alexander-hayes/

40. Can these be used as m-portfolios? Will they allow cross referencing – verification?

43. http://news.techlearning.com/techlearning/pdf/events/techforum/ny05/Toward_Learning_Societies.pdf

44. The 3Rs - representation, reflection, and revision One definition of ePortfolio is a “digital representation of self on characteristics of interest to a community.” http://campustechnology.com/articles/40147_1/

45. http://www.freewarepocketpc.net/ppc-download-space-trader-v1-1b.html

46. Any questions? David Sugden With thanks and credit to Di Dawson