Transformation Teachers Programme » Canon A630 http://jjakes.edublogs.org Tracking our progress through the programme Sun, 15 Jun 2008 21:23:57 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.2 en hourly 1 Kit List and brief description of the items and our justifications for inclusion. http://jjakes.edublogs.org/2007/03/22/kit-list-and-brief-description-of-the-items-and-our-justifications-for-inclusion/ http://jjakes.edublogs.org/2007/03/22/kit-list-and-brief-description-of-the-items-and-our-justifications-for-inclusion/#comments Thu, 22 Mar 2007 23:21:40 +0000 jjakes http://jjakes.edublogs.org/2007/03/22/kit-list-and-brief-description-of-the-items-and-our-justifications-for-inclusion/ Hardware
High Spec Computer :  Mac Book (Black) partioned so that you have access to both the Mac and Windows Operating systems.  We chose this platform so that you would have the opportunity to use the creative tools availbale of the Mac but still be comforted by the familiarity of the Windows interface.  There will be a learning curve involved in becoming familiar with the Mac but persevere and you will wonder why you hadn’t considered this platform before.  Please try to be open minded about exploring this computer, if you do become frustrated with any aspects of the computer then email either myself jjkaes@haringeyclc.org.uk or Chris Orme, my colleague, on corme@haringeyclc.org.uk.

Case for above
2 Button Mouse
Monitor Cable
2GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive

Logitech USB Mic
Logitech USB 250

Canon A630 inc case & 2G Card
Tripod
Card Reader

Software
Windows only / Mac only / available on both platforms
Mediator
OpenMind 2
Office for Windows
Crazy Talk Messenger
Audacity
PhotoShop Elements
Smart Notebook
ActivStudio
Skype
Kartouche titles
QuickTime Pro
iLife6
iWorks

Class Kits for specific projects during the course.
1  class set of 11 A5 DigiMemo’s + 1 A4 tablet for the teacher.
3  ActivStudio Voting Kits
2  sets of 12 Fujitsu Siemens EDA’s

]]> http://jjakes.edublogs.org/2007/03/22/kit-list-and-brief-description-of-the-items-and-our-justifications-for-inclusion/feed/ 2 What part has the CLC played in the programme so far? http://jjakes.edublogs.org/2007/03/22/what-part-has-the-clc-played-in-the-programme-so-far/ http://jjakes.edublogs.org/2007/03/22/what-part-has-the-clc-played-in-the-programme-so-far/#comments Thu, 22 Mar 2007 22:54:48 +0000 jjakes http://jjakes.edublogs.org/2007/03/22/what-part-has-the-clc-played-in-the-programme-so-far/ During the induction session I explained that the CLC had worked with Ruth to establish the general format and kit that we felt would enhance the programme. In this blog I want to justify some of the choices and also explain that one of our roles as a CLC is to testbed hardware and software with a main focus being what impact will this have on teaching and learning to impact raising attainment.

For a number of years now we have been running digital imaging workshops within the CLC. Some of these are with classes but recently we have been running twilight courses on a Thursday (4.30 – 6.30 pm) exploring the use of digital cameras and scanners and manipulating images using Photoshop Elements. The courses are open to the community and approx 50% of the participants have been Haringey teachers. We have been very happy with the Canon Cameras that we have at the CLC both from a performance point of view and the ease with which students work with them. The Canon A630 that we have chosen for this course was selected for it’s ease of use, range of quality of outputs, good quality video capture and a number of special effect features that would make for interesting and creative use of images. Knowing that we wanted staff to explore using video footage in their teaching resources for teaching and assessment we decided that a tripod would be useful to gain a clear view of the class and free the teacher from the problem of carrying the camera around with them.

The inclusion of the card reader was to enable staff to upload photos without wasting the battery power of the cameras. Canon unfortunately have changed where they have placed the SD card. In the previous model the card was hidden in it’s own slot at the side of the camera and was easy to get to – on the A630 the card is hidden in the battery compartment and might prove to be a problem – batteries falling out accidently when trying to get the card out or the battery compartment lid jamming or breaking. I am keen to get feedback on this design element and would suggest that you use the USB cable instead of the card reader if it poses any difficulties.

I will leave the details of the rest of the kit until my next blog, however I must stress that we are keen to receive your comments on the equipment that you are being proved with. We want to hear both positive and negative comments so please respond to these blogs. Many thanks.

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The cameas are given out……

Well here’s my first blog for the Transformation programme. It was really refreshing to see so many professionals excited about this project. As one of the support staff I am looking forward to working with you to develop confidence with the resources provided for the project. Please feel free to contact me.

 

The CLC is running CPD on Video Editing, Podcasting and Animation during the Summer term . Please check out www.haringeyclc.org.uk for the dates.

 

I am very interested to read your comments about the cameras that were selected for this project. Any reviews would be very welcome as we are often asked to recommend cameras to schools.

Giving out the Tripods….

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