In you are an educator and want to help define 21st Century Skills, see http://tinyurl.com/b2fwqe or click below:
“Transforming Education: Assessing and Teaching 21st Century Skills”
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Extreme Sheep LED Art
Posted on March 27, 2009 by wmln
You may be one of the 3 million plus people that’ve already viewed this, but if ever there was a good example of a community group in Wales embracing media literacy and new technologies surely this is it….. pardon the pun, but here’s hoping there’s a flock following.
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So …. Can we cook it then?
Posted on March 25, 2009 by wmln
Delegates at the most recent Wales Media Literacy Network conference at the Vale Hotel certainly thought we have the makings of a successful e-democratic society in Wales, more on this. The ingredients are all there… or are they? Answers on a postcard….or blog….
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E-democracy 2.0
Posted on March 19, 2009 by wmln
Don’t forget E-democracy 2.0!
Following the success of last year’s event, The Wales Media Literacy Network, in partnership with the National Assembly for Wales is hosting a conference on the use of new technologies in relation to civic participation on 20th March 2009 at the Vale of Glamorgan Country Hotel and Spa. The conference will start with coffee/registration at 9.30am.
If you need anymore information please contact Cerys Furlong on 02920 370900.
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Inspire Adult Learner Awards
Posted on January 16, 2009 by wmln
Hi all, just like to remind everyone that the Inspire Award Nominations deadline, the 13 February is only 4 weeks away and we are looking to smash last years record of 150 nominations.
We are looking for people whose learning achievements will inspire others to return to learning, who have improved their lives and/or the lives of others, and gained a positive or life-changing experience from returning to learn
Nomination forms and more information can be found at www.learnersweek.org.uk Feel free to pass this info, the more nominations the better. Check out the promo below and get nominating everyone.
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Young People, Mobile and Internet Technologies 2008 – Maximising Opportunities, Addressing Challenges
Posted on October 19, 2008 by wmln
OK, so we haven’t made the best use of this blog so far…. but things are about to change!
At the last Network meeting it was decided that we’d try to generate discussion around relevent media literacy topics at least once a fortnight. And what better way to kick off than to explore the opportunities and challenges that we face in the converged media landscape .
It’s becoming increasingly obvious that we need a multi-agency approch to tackle these matters and conferences like the one being held tomorrow provide a fantastic focal point for gathering opinion and sharing best practice.
WISE KIDS and the Wales Internet Safety Partnership (WISP) are hosting a one day national conference in Swansea tomorrow (20th of October) entitled “Young People, Mobile and Internet Technologies 2008 – Maximising Opportunities, Addressing Challenges”. Delegates will explore the innovative use of technology in education, children’s experiences in virtual worlds, digital literacy, eSafety, legal and good practice guidelines. The conference will also try to pinpoint the issues that educators, youth professionals and policy makers need to address to ensure that young people have the necessary skills and knowledge to use these media confidently, and safely.
Expert speakers include:-
Keith Towler, Children’s Commissioner for Wales
John Davitt, Wordroutes Ltd
Victoria Read, Bebo
Josh Dhaliwal, mobileYouth
Ruth Hammond, BECTA
Young people will be involved in the presentations a panel session.
Jane Hutt, Education Minister said, “The Internet is a tremendous resource for teaching and learning but we need to ensure that children and young people know how to stay safe and have a positive, enjoyable experience online. The Welsh Assembly Government is delighted to be working with WISE KIDS and the Wales Internet Safety Partnership on this vitally important issue.”
“We are excited to be able to contribute to the day, and are looking forward to hearing what all the speakers have to say“, said a WISE KIDS Youth Panel member, 14, from Newport, one of the young people participating on the day.
Sangeet Bhullar, Executive Director of WISE KIDS highlights that “this cross sector event is a wonderful opportunity for delegates to gain a better understanding of young people’s use of Internet and mobile technologies. We hope the conference will stimulate discussion, ideas and concrete action points that can help the sector move forward as a whole, in a way that truly supports young people, and those who work with them.”
Keith Towler, Children’s Commissioner for Wales said, “It’s fantastic to see some of the most influential organisations getting together in Wales to discuss such an important topic. We all know that children and young people are heavy users of the Internet so I would like to see us all working together to empower children, young people as well as parents and carers to be able to use these technologies safely.”
Rhodri Williams, Director Wales, Ofcom said, “Ofcom is delighted to support the conference. In this ever changing communications landscape we all need to be empowered to manage our relationship with content and services, however they are delivered. As the traditional models of content regulation become less effective in minimising potential harm and offence, we must turn to the education sector, parents, carers and individuals to take more responsibility for what young people have access to. “
So there we have it… crucial players coming together to share ideas best practice and promote ideas going forward. And all with a clear understanding that we need to work together to address these issues.
If you’re one of the lucky 200 or so delegates that have already registered to attend the conference your thoughts and comments would be greatly appreciated. Otherwise, the event will be live webcast by RichardJolly.TV, and presentations will also be available on the Web afterwards. Links will be available from the WISE KIDS website http://www.wisekids.org.uk
So no excuses…. let us know what you think – what are the key issues and what can we do to address them?
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Eisteddfod Caerdydd 2008
Posted on August 5, 2008 by wmln
Bydd y Rhwydwaith, ar y cyd gyda’r Gymdeithas Deledu Frenhinol yn cynnal digwyddiad ym mhafiliwn S4C ar nos Fercher 6 Awst am 6.00pm.
Bydd cynrychiolwyr sawl menter gyfryngol yn dod ynghyd ochr yn ochr ag addysgwyr a gwneuthurwyr polisi. Roedd cyfarfod y llynedd yn canolbwyntio ar adrodd straeon digidol. Eleni byddwn yn edrych ar nifer o brosiectau gwahanol ledled Cymru. Dylai unrhyw un sydd â diddordeb yn sut y gall Gymru wynebu’r oes gyfathrebu newydd fod yn bresennol. Plis ymunwch â ni.
The Network, in association with the RTS, is holding an event at the S4C Pavillion at the Eisteddfod in Cardiff on 6 August at 6.00pm.
Representatives of media initiatives in Wales will be present, together with educators and policy makers. Last year’s event concentrated on digital story telling. This year we report on a number of different projects throughout Wales. Anyone who has an interest in how confidently Wales can face the new age of communications should be present. Please join us.
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Welcome
Posted on July 15, 2008 by wmln
So… at last – we have our WMLN blog up and running. What do you think? Please feel free to post any messages you think may be of use as we develop this site and the Network evolves.
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