Online learning,  training and the methodology to use the computer as a tool are evolving.

Gary Alexander (1998) states "The job of the educator is not simply to create materials in which concepts are clearly explained, but to create learning situations in which students find themselves actively enganging with the concepts they are learning"

The use of internet as a teaching and learning tool offers a number of possible advantages:

1) It opens new ways of learning / training for many people.
2) It promotes deeper learning and critical thinking.
3) Group work and collaboration may become a viable pedagogical approach.
 
2007 Online Seminars

S001 - The computer as a learning tool

This online seminar is a basic introduction to teaching using the computer and Internet.  We will also look at the pitfalls and practicalities of using ICT in the classroom. Plenty of hands-on experience and  ideas to implement immediately.

3- hour- teacher training seminar
Dates : to be confirmed
           
Register for this online seminar and begin a new way of training where you do not have to spend on tickets or course materials but what is more important you manage your own time with the added value that you will participate in a  list to share your doubts, interests and experience on this field.

Enrolment and fee:

You can enroll online by following this link. The fee for the seminar is $ 25


2007 Online Courses

• D001 - Teaching Spanish as a Second Language - Teacher Training Course in Spanish
  Length: 3 months - 24 hours- 8 sessions using Webex the virtual room in real time
  Registration fee: $50 - Materials included
  Total Course Fee: $240
   
•  D002 - Information Technology for Teachers - Teacher Training Course in English or Spanish - Approved by Red Federal
  Module 1: The computer as a learning resource
  Module 2: E-mail as a learning tool
  Module 3: Internet as a learning tool
  Total Length: 3 modules of 48 hours each
  
  This course is aimed at practising teachers who are interested in developing the skills necessary to effectively use the computer as a resource with their students, either in face-to-face teaching contexts, online teaching contexts, or both.
  
  

• OBJECTIVES
  
  By the end of the course, you will:

  	become familiar with educational software, blogs, forums and chats
  	develop  basic information technology skills
  	become familiar with using the Internet as a resource for learners
  	develop the skills necessary to effectively handle students’ online work
  	investigate, communicate and discuss using the internet

  
  
  

  Timetable
  D002 course, module 1,  will cover 3 months from August 2007
  Participants are expected to spend approximatelly from 4 to 6  hours per week  online ,either with individual  or collaborative group work and with required readings. There are no 'fixed' times to be online - apart from regular timetabled optional online chats - these are negotiated to suit everyone.
  
  You will receive a study timetable  once you have enrolled on the course.

  Skills
  You do not  need any prior knowledge although you will need some experience of Office, Outlook , and basic web browsing skills.

  Registration and fees
  The fee for the course which covers all tutorials, guest speaker sessions (where appropriate) and evaluation of assignments and final exam is:
   Registration fee:   $  50
   Cost per module:   $120
  
  All the participants will be offered a Winton International free e-mail address and the possibility of interacting with their e-peers using Winton International forums and chats. 
  
  For further information  contact us at info@wintoninternational.com
  
  Payment Methods
  
  All fees can be paid using secure PayPal, major credit cards, bank account deposit. We also accept convenient installments and payment plans.