[Moodle] PHP/MySQL & Action Script Courses

Tue Mar 31 11:41:28 EST 2009

I have seen the announcements for this course for some time now and have
wanted to go. I live in Alexandra so it is difficult to there by 4.30pm. I
was very excited to see that it was being run as a full day in the holiday
and I have booked.

My school does not have a large budget in the IT area so I am paying for
this one myself.

Yes, it is a lot of money but I have wanted to learn PHP for some time now.
I have looked at online tutorials but get lost. I learn best if I can hear
someone talk about it or demonstrate and then do it myself. I struggle to
learn from books.

I must say I am very excited to finally get the opportunity.

Karen Webster

On Tue, Mar 31, 2009 at 1:15 PM, Kevork Krozian <
Kroset at novell1.fhc.vic.edu.au> wrote:

> Hi Kent,
>
>     I have to say you write in a very considered manner and no there is no
> offence taken -  just mutual respect !
>
>     I am concerned that I am getting out of my depth speaking on behalf of
> VITTA so I have escalated this to Adrian Janson the President of VITTA to
> speak , if he wishes to , on VITTA's behalf regarding this thread.
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>    The only other comment I would make is that your focus is the cost. You
> did not seem to acknowledge any single aspect of the points I raised under
> what teachers get for the fee and then to decide if that is value or not.
> Your omission suggests that a PD is a PD no matter what you get or what is
> covered or who is standing out the front.
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>   I believe VITTA will be probably run with the numbers even if they make a
> loss.
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>  My preference would always be to be with my family during the holidays or
> after school, but that would be slightly off topic as it is not part of our
> professional discussion .....
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>  I sign off with respect for your position and empathy for the difficulties
> you and others may be under with seriously depleted PD budgets in many
> schools be it city or rural .
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> Take Care
>
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> Kevork Krozian
> IT Manager , Forest Hill College
> k.krozian at fhc.vic.edu.au
> http://www.fhc.vic.edu.au
> Mobile: 0419 356 034
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> >>> "Kent Beveridge" <kbeveridge at stbc.vic.edu.au> 31/03/2009 9:19 am >>>
> Hi Kevork, and VITTA
> if I may, permit me to respectfully, make an observation on behalf of rural
> staff and as a PLN leader for Wimmera.
> Up front, I have no idea just who is involved, how many people, hours or
> similar it has taken to prepare your course but...to the layman(ie me, and
> similar)...
> Even if just 10 people participate at approx $600 per head that's $6000.
> Now, up here (in the bush) the PD I just ran cost $33 a head (admitted some
> of that was sponsored) and we had the school provide, at no cost, the venue.
>
> You've got to admit - these do raise some questions...
> Additionally, the costs to get from a rural site to the city plus,
> potential accomodation etc costs..
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> So, you can understand my concerns and please, this is not a negative
> comment, just an observation.
>
> Kent.
>
> Kent Beveridge,
> I.C.T. co-ordinator
> St. Brigids Catholic Sec. College
>  http://www.stbc.vic.edu.au/ <http://www.stbc.vic.edu.au/>
> Horsham Ph (03) 5382 3545
> kbeveridge at stbc.vic.edu.au
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> From: moodle-bounces at edulists.com.au on behalf of Kevork Krozian
> Sent: Mon 3/30/2009 3:27 PM
> To: moodle at edulists.com.au
> Subject: RE: [Moodle] PHP/MySQL & Action Script Courses
>
>
>
> Hi Folks,
>
>  Thanks for your feedback. Obviously VITTA would love to know what teachers
> think. And I take the liberty to reply on their behalf.
>
> These are activities that VITTA has to budget, pay rent, staff and allocate
> time to provide a service. At the end of the day VITTA does not make much of
> a profit and if these sessions run at a loss as they often do, if there
> aren't enough people attending.
>
> Normally this course runs for 5 sessions each of 2 hours so teachers can do
> homework in between sessions rather than have the whole lot in one block of
> 9 or 10 hours.
> In that sense this was an effort on VITTA's behalf to try to bring this
> course to our rural and regional teachers with minimal disruption.
>
> Teachers receive the following:
>   1. A textbook which is a full course.
>   2. An installation DVD with ubuntu and utilities to set up your own MySQL
> and Apache server
>   3. Hands on practice installing your own Ubuntu MySQL /Apache server
>   4. 13 Learning Activities each of several pages carefully illustrated
> written for teaching gently with a set of exercises at the end of each
> learning activity
>   5. A set of 12 assessment tasks for use with mobile devices up to
> desktops on multiple operating systems, from Yr 8 to Yr 12 standard
> including Software Development
>   6. Relational database design and implementation theory and practice
>   7. Two table and three table relational database practical tasks using
> MySQL and PHP.
>
> Furthermore, whenever I have provided this type of PD there has been
> ongoing support for many months with emails to me , phone calls and other
> requests for help. This is an extra demand on time and expertise willingly
> provided that is unpaid and unquantified.
>
> I am not sure what will work for others and that is a decision for each
> school.For the record I did deliver the same PD last year to a group of TAFE
> teachers for a day who did get a lot out of it - this being TAFE teachers
> who teach certificate and diploma courses.
>
> Over to you Kent and Mark ....... :))
>
> Take care
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> Kevork Krozian
> IT Manager , Forest Hill College
> k.krozian at fhc.vic.edu.au
> http://www.fhc.vic.edu.au <http://www.fhc.vic.edu.au/>
> Mobile: 0419 356 034
>
> Kevork Krozian
> IT Manager , Forest Hill College
> k.krozian at fhc.vic.edu.au
> http://www.fhc.vic.edu.au <http://www.fhc.vic.edu.au/>
> Mobile: 0419 356 034
>
> >>> "Mark Sampson" <sampson.mark.m at edumail.vic.gov.au> 30/03/2009 11:24 am
> >>>
> I'd have to agree.... I would luv the course as would our techo but the
> boss
> baulked at the price
>
>
>
> Mark Sampson
>
> Curriculum Coordinator
>
> Mansfield Secondary College
>
> View Street Mansfield 3722
>
> Phone 03 5775 2022
>
> Home 03 5776 2226
>
> mobile 0407059986
>
> email sampson.mark.m at edumail.vic.gov.au
>
>
>
>
>
> From: moodle-bounces at edulists.com.au [mailto:
> moodle-bounces at edulists.com.au]
> On Behalf Of Kent Beveridge
> Sent: Monday, 30 March 2009 9:16 AM
> To: The Moodle Users' in Schools Mailing List
> Subject: RE: [Moodle] PHP/MySQL & Action Script Courses
>
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>
> Was about to book for the day...but then saw the price!
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> One day for HOW MUCH??
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> Sorry, way tooooo much!  Strictly for rich people with lots of budget!
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>  <http://www.stbc.vic.edu.au/> http://www.stbc.vic.edu.au/
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> Horsham Ph (03) 5382 3545
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> kbeveridge at stbc.vic.edu.au
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> From: moodle-bounces at edulists.com.au on behalf of Mark Richardson
> Sent: Mon 3/30/2009 5:25 AM
> To: Yr7-10it at edulists.com.au; vet-mm at edulists.com.au;
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> Cc: Mark Richardson
> Subject: [Moodle] PHP/MySQL & Action Script Courses
>
> If interested please book at www.vitta.org.au/trainingevents
>
> ----------------------------------------
>
>
>
> 1. PHP and MySQL Holiday Program - Monday April 6th  from  8:00a.m - 5:00
> p.m [This is designed particularly for those in rural and region areas and
> those who can't make the after school delivery of this module.
>
>
>
> Session details
>
>
>
> This is a one day version of Kevork's popular PHP and MySQL module. It is
> designed for those who can't get to Forest Hill after school during the
> term. It has been specifically designed particularly for teachers in rural
> and regional areas.
>
>
>
> Interested in PHP and MySQL? Here are the benefits:
>
>
>
>    * PHP is one of the approved programming languages in Software
> Development
>
>    * PHP combined with MySQL can be used  for years 8 to 12 VCE & VET
> teachers, including at Year 11 for Database Programming
>
>    * PHP can be used to program mobile devices
>
>
>
>
>
> Included in the fees are copies of Kevorks new book "PHP and MySQL for
> standard and mobile devices", software installation as well as sample
> outcomes for teachers who are interested in delivering PHP and MySQL.
>
>
>
>    * Bring your laptop, morning tea and lunch provided
>
>
>
> The sessions  delivered by Kevork Krozian, an experienced teacher and
> author.
>
>
>
> The day is tailored to fit the beginner, intermediate or advanced person,
> with notes and exercises ready for participants at any proficiency level.
>
>
>
>
>
> Date:  Monday April 6th  from  8:00a.m - 5:00 p.m
>
>
>
>
>
> Where:
>
> Room S5  IT Department
>
> Forest Hill College
>
> 178 - 180 Mahoneys Rd
>
> Burwood East
>
> Melways 62 C5
>
>
>
>
>
> Fees
>
> Fees include refreshments, resources, and are per person inclusive of GST.
>
>
>
> VITTA Member: $ 540
>
> Non-VITTA Member: $ 660
>
>
>
> Cancellations
>
> No refunds if less than 5 working days notice. Cancellations prior to this
> incur a 25% cancellation fee. Cancellations must be made in writing to
> pd at vitta.org.au
>
>
>
> Confirmation & receipt
>
> Upon registering you will receive a confirmation email, though spam
> blocking
> can prevent this.  Please bring this email with you to the event.
>
>
>
>
>
> Privacy
>
> VITTA has a privacy policy that endorses National Privacy Policy Principles
> set out in the Privacy Act (Private Sector) ACT 2000. A copy of the policy
> can be found on the VITTA website vitta.org.au or call 03 9495 6836.
>
>
>
> PARKING
>
> There will be sufficient parking at Forest Hill College. Continue up the
> drive, and park in the bays on your left.
>
>
>
>
>
> Contact
>
> Mia Solomon
>
> Project Officer Assistant
>
> T: 9495 6836
>
> F: 9495 6834
>
> pd at vitta.org.au
>
> vitta.org.au
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> =--------------------------------------
>
>
>
> 2. PHP and MySQL 5 Module Unit - starting Tuesday  April 21st  from
> 4.30-6.30pm
>
>
>
> Interested in PHP and MySQL? Here are the benefits:
>
>
>
>    * PHP is one of the approved programming languages in Software
> Development
>
>    * PHP combined with MySQL can be used  for years 8 to 12 VCE & VET
> teachers, including at Year 11 for Database Programming
>
>    * PHP can be used to program mobile devices
>
>
>
>
>
> Included in the fees are copies of Kevorks new book "PHP and MySQL for
> standard and mobile devices", software installation as well as sample
> outcomes for teachers who are interested in delivering PHP and MySQL.
>
>
>
> All sessions are delivered by Kevork Krozian, an experienced teacher and
> author.
>
>
>
> * Bring your laptop  * Light refreshments provided
>
>
>
> All 5 sessions are tailored to fit the beginner, intermediate or advanced
> person, with notes and exercises ready for participants at any proficiency
> level.!
>
>
>
> Dates & times
>
> 5 module programme
>
>
>
> Tuesdays
>
> 4.30-6.30pm
>
>
>
> Term 2, 2009
>
>
>
> April 21
>
> April 28
>
> May 5
>
> May 12
>
> May 19
>
>
>
>
>
> Venue
>
>
>
> Where:
>
> Room S! 5  IT Department
>
> Forest Hill College
>
> 178 - 180 Mahoneys Rd
>
> Burwood East
>
> Melways 62 C5
>
>
>
> Fees
>
> Fees include refreshments, resources, and are per person inclusive of GST.
> These prices are for all 5 modules. No discounts for attendance at 4
> modules
> or less.
>
>
>
> VITTA  Member: $ 580
>
> Non-VITTA Member: $ 700
>
>
>
> Cancellations
>
> No refunds if less than 5 working days notice. Cancellations prior to this
> incur a 25% cancellation fee. Cancellations must be made in writing to
> pd at vitta.org.au
>
>
>
> Confirmation & receipt
>
> Upon registering you will receive a confirmation email, though spam!
> blocking can prevent this. Please bring thi! s email with you to the event.
>
>
>
> Privacy
>
> VITTA has a privacy policy that endorses National Privacy Policy Principles
> set out in the Privacy Act (Private Sector) ACT 2000. A copy of the policy
> can be found on the VITTA website vitta.org.au or call 03 9495 6836.
>
>
>
> PARKING
>
> There will be sufficient parking at Forest Hill College. Continue up the
> drive, and park in the bays on your left.
>
>
>
> Contact
>
> Mia Solomon
>
> Project Officer Assistant
>
> T: 9495 6836
>
> F: 9495 6834
>
> pd at vitta.org.au
>
> vitta.org.au
>
>
>
>
>
> =-----------------------------------! ---
>
> 3. Session details
>
>
>
> ActionScript  5 Module Unit - starting Tuesday  April 21st  from
> 4.30-6.30pm
>
>
>
> Beginner's Actionscript 3 - programming from the grou! nd up leading to
> games creation in Intermediate ActionS! cript 3.0
>
>
>
> All sessions are delivered by Kevork Krozian, an experienced teacher and
> author.
>
>
>
> * Bring your laptop  * Light refreshments provided
>
>
>
> All 5 sessions are tailored to fit the beginner, intermediate or advanced
> person, with notes and exercises ready for participants at any proficiency
> level.
>
>
>
> Dates & times
>
> 5 module programme
>
>
>
> Tuesdays
>
> 4.30-6.30pm
>
>
>
> Term 2, 2009
>
>
>
> May 26
>
> June 2
>
> June 9
>
> June 16
>
> June 23
>
>
>
> Venue
>
>
>
> Where:
>
> Room S5  IT Department
>
> Forest Hill College
>
> 178 - 180 Mahoneys Rd
>
> Burwood East
>
> Melways 62 C5
>
>
>
> Fees
>
> Fees include refreshments, resources, and are per person inclusive of GST.
> These prices are for all 5 modules. No discounts for attendance at 4
> modules
> or less.
>
>
>
> VITTA  Member: $ 570
>
> Non-VITTA Member: $ 680
>
>
>
> Cancellations
>
> No refunds if less than 5 working days notice. Cancellations prior to this
> incur a 25% cancellation fee. Cancellations must be made in writing to
> pd at vitta.org.au
>
>
>
> Confirmation & receipt
>
> Upon registering you! will receive a confirmation email, though s! pam
> blocking can prevent this. Please bring this email with you to the event.
>
>
>
> Privacy
>
> VITTA has a privacy policy that endorses National Privacy Policy Principles
> set out in the Privacy Act (Private Sector) ACT 2000. A copy of the policy
> can be found on the VITTA website vitta.org.au or call 03 9495 6836.
>
>
>
> PARKING
>
> There will be sufficient parking at Forest Hill College. Continue up the
> drive, and park in the bays on your left.
>
>
>
> Contact
>
> Mark Richardson
>
> Professional Learning Officer
>
> T: 9495 6836
>
> F: 9495 6834
>
> pd at vitta.org.au
>
>
>
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