​A very warm welcome to everyone.
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We are delighted to be working in collaboration with West Dunbartonshire Council.

In partnership with the council, we are looking forward to working alongside DHTs and PTs as part of a bespoke online training package which contributes to the council-wide vision of West Dunbartonshire.
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This webpage aims to give an overview of the expectations, timings and format of the training.

​When will the training take place?

The training will begin in October 2021.
Each DHT/PT will become part of a cohort. 
You will not be able to switch cohorts during the training process.
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​Each cohort will be limited to 10 places.

What is it all about?

This bespoke online training event has been created for school leaders in WDC (DHTs/PTs), with the purpose of providing material to assist with leading and supporting the strategic development of IDL. By exploring and analysing the key components of Project-Based Learning (PBL), leaders will have the opportunity to identify and support the CPD needs of staff in their settings.

The online training will consist of a series of linked learning experiences, all underpinned by the Five Key Concepts. These synchronous and asynchronous elements aim to give a detailed overview of the 'Designing for Project-Based Learning' training event accessed by 'key educators' across WDC, during 2020 and 2021. 

The training begins by activating your secure account on our training website and completing elements before the first synchronous ZOOM meeting. Please keep reading for further information about how to set-up your account. 

What is the role of the DHT/PT in this online training event?

This role would be ideal for an enthusiastic leader (DHT/PT) who has a responsibility for or an interest in interdisciplinary learning and technology. The online training will be provided by Single Steps Learning in collaboration with WDC.  

​Participants will be supported to:

• Participate in all synchronous and asynchronous, collaborative and individual sessions during the online training (October 2021 -  January 2022) 
• Participate in an allocated coaching session on 8th or 9th December 2021.
• Analyse the current position of IDL/PBL within their own setting; identify and prioritise the needs of staff/learners resulting in a focused strategy for development. 
• Share resources to assist WDC colleagues in the development of IDL.
• Co-ordinate the sharing of key materials within their own setting
• Engage with a variety of online training platforms including Single Steps Learning's Training Website, Padlet, Mentimeter, Video Conferencing - Zoom/Google Meet and Google Drive. (It is not necessary to have previous experience of using these as guidance will be given.) 
• Be open to creating a collaborative community to enable peer support and continued professional dialogue across settings for the duration of the training event.
• ​Contribute towards a showcase event organised by WDC.

How will the training be organised?

The online training elements will be arranged in six sections on the training website.
​Each section builds upon the one before, so we would ask that participants engage with each element in sequence.

​You do not need to have previous knowledge of the online learning platforms, just an enthusiasm to engage with them. 

If you have previously participated in our 'in person' training, you will be familiar with our design process and the types of experiences involved during our training events. We want to keep the integrity of 'Designing for Learning' and use the same principles within our online approach. 

Find out more about our online approach to training

What do I need to do to prepare?

By 13th October 2021:

• Complete the registration form as soon as possible (button located as you scroll down).​

By 15th October 2021:

• Activate your account with our Training Website when you receive the email invitation. Full details will be given after you have completed the registration form.

On the morning of Monday 18th October 2021:

• The training website will be open and the training officially begins with asynchronous elements that can be completed at any time prior to the first Zoom Meeting. 

For each Zoom Session:

• Ensure you have access to a laptop/computer/chromebook
• Keep a second device nearby (if possible) - smartphone or tablet is ideal.
• Ideally, find a quiet space with good internet connection where you can immerse yourself in the experience.​

click here to complete the registration form

Please only complete this registration form if your place on the training has been accepted by WDC via their CPD Management System. 
​Thank you.

WDC IDL Section 1: Getting Started

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Official Start Date: Monday 18th October 2021
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WDC IDL Section 2: Setting The Scene

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Complete by Thursday 21st October 2021
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WDC IDL Section 3: Knowing Me, Knowing You

This begins with your first synchronous session on Thursday 21st October 2021.

WDC IDL Section 4: Making Connections

​Access will be granted following your first synchronous Zoom Meet (21st October 2021).

WDC IDL Section 5: In Reality

Please complete prior to your second synchronous session (Thursday 4th November 2021) which is the final element of this section. 

WDC IDL Section 6: D.I.Y.
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Access will be granted following your second synchronous Zoom Meet. This will include your Coaching Session (8th or 9th December 2021) and be completed by 28th January 2022.

We look forward to seeing you online very soon. 

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Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions...or just to say hello!

Contact Lynne and Andrew

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Each element will contain an opportunity to reflect individually or with others. Reflection deepens understanding, allows connections to be made and encourages the exploration of different perspectives. 

Reflect - Connect - Progress