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Home economics in action - Bairnsdale

Date: 02/08/2010
Location: Bairnsdale
Venue: Nagle College, Bairnsdale

This workshop will demonstrate how our new Home economics in action 1 CD ROM resource can be used at Level 5 (Year 7–8). This practical, hands-on text for teachers introduces grassroots concepts such as health and safety, food preparation, the design process and the responsible use of resources. Participants will be offered 33% off purchase of the resource at this session.

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Textiles at work

Date: 07/08/2010
Location: Melbourne
Venue: Whitehouse Institute of Design, Mail Exchange Building, 672 Bourke St

This exciting practical workshop for teachers of Year 7–10 textiles will arm participants with a range of new felting ideas, skills and techniques to take back and inspire your VELS classes. Presented by highly awarded felting artist Robyn Stickland. Morning tea and lunch provided.

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Student Career Information Evening

Date: 09/08/2010
Location: Melbourne
Venue: Innovation@257, Level 1/257 Collins Street

ATTENTION: Careers Teachers and Home Economics Teachers Do you know anyone who wants to become a Home Economics, Food and Technology and/or Health and Human Development teacher? Do you know anyone who wants to upgrade their qualifications or add another teaching method? Come along to a free information evening for students (Yr. 10-12), teachers and parents. There will be concurrent sessions which...

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Home economics in action - Bendigo

Date: 11/08/2010
Location: Bendigo
Venue: Girton Grammar School, 105 Mackensie Street, Bendigo

This workshop will demonstrate how our new Home economics in action 1 CD ROM resource can be used at Level 5 (Year 7–8). This practical, hands-on text for teachers introduces grassroots concepts such as health and safety, food preparation, the design process and the responsible use of resources. Participants will be offered 33% off purchase of the resource at this session.

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VCE Design and Technology (Textiles) teacher exam revision

Date: 21/08/2010
Location: Melbourne
Venue: Treacy Conference Centre - 126 The Avenue, Parkville

This workshop presented by Renee Douglas, Bayside Secondary College, will provide teachers with advice and information about how to best prepare their students for the 2010 VCE Design and Technology (Textiles) examination. The session will offer an explanation of the assessment criteria, suggest strategies which may assist students in summarising key concepts and outline successful classroom...

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VCE Food and Technology teacher exam revision

Date: 21/08/2010
Location: Melbourne
Venue: Treacy Conference Centre - 126 The Avenue, Parkville

This workshop presented by Sally Lasslett, Essendon Keilor College will provide teachers with advice and information about how to best prepare their students for the 2010 VCE Food and Technology examination. The session will offer an explanation of the assessment criteria, suggest strategies which may assist students in summarising key concepts and outline successful classroom revision...

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VCE Health and Human Development teacher exam revision

Date: 21/08/2010
Location: Melbourne
Venue: Treacy Conference Centre - 126 The Avenue, Parkville

This workshop presented by Louise Gunther, Avila College will provide teachers with advice and information about how to best prepare their students for the 2010 VCE Health and Human Development examination. The session will offer an explanation of the assessment criteria, suggest strategies which may assist students in summarising key concepts and outline successful classroom revision techniques....

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Hospitality Conference

Date: 23/08/2010
Location: Melbourne
Venue: William Angliss Conference Centre, Building A, Level 5, 555 La Trobe Street, Melb

No matter which Certificate II in Hospitality program you are delivering, this conference has something for everyone. Join us at William Angliss with keynote speaker Andrew McConnell, renowned chef and restaurateur. This year’s sessions include presentations on molecular gastronomy with Morag Meikles, service styles with Mallory Wall, Age Maitre d’ of the Year 2008, and Sebastian Reaburn, from...

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Kitchen Assistant's Conference

Date: 03/09/2010
Location: Melbourne
Venue: William Angliss Conference Centre, Building A, Level 5, 555 La Trobe Street, Melb

The annual Kitchen Assistants Conference is on again at William Angliss and will provide new and innovative ways to assist you. Session choices range from sustainability to managing food intolerances and food photography. All sessions provide the opportunity for you to develop strategies which will assist you in your role to support teachers. Lunch allows time to share and network among your...

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Home economics in action - Geelong

Date: 08/09/2010
Location: Geelong
Venue: Western Heights Secondary College, Quamby Campus, Quamby Ave, Hamlyn Heights

This workshop will demonstrate how our new Home economics in action 1 CD ROM resource can be used at Level 5 (Year 7–8). This practical, hands-on text for teachers introduces grassroots concepts such as health and safety, food preparation, the design process and the responsible use of resources. Participants will be offered 33% off purchase of the resource at this session.

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Masterclass - Indigenous Foods

Date: 09/09/2010
Location: Melbourne
Venue: Tjanabi Restaurant, The Atrium, Federation Square, Flinders Street, Melbourne

For teachers of VCE Food and Technology, this masterclass is one not to missed. The use of indigenous ingredients and the influence of indigenous foods in our cuisine is part of Unit 2 in the new study design (to be implemented from 2011). Join us at Tjanabi Restaurant at Federation Square where they are renowned for cooking with Australian native ingredients. Learn about the ancient uses of...

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VCE Design and Technology (Textiles) focus group

Date: 13/09/2010
Location: Online
Venue: Online

The VCAA is currently undertaking a review for the revised VCE Design and Technology study design. Home Economics Victoria will be hosting a focus group meeting to prepare a response to this review. All members are invited to contribute to the Home Economics Victoria response. You will also need a copy of your current VCE Design and Technology study design.

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Home Economics Victoria provides support to Victorian teachers in the form of an extensive program of professional learning.

Our calendar includes mini conferences, lectures, practical workshops, curriculum updates, industry presentations, tours and student sessions concluding with the term 4 Annual Conference. Presenters include industry professionals, experts, skilled artisans, chefs and colleagues.  

 

Links & Downloads Format Size
File Download: VCE Combo Day flyer
Download a copy of the 2010 VCE Combo Day flyer here
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File Download: 2010 Textiles Conference flyer
Download a copy of the 2010 Textiles Conference flyer and enrolment form here.
PDF 935 Kb