The aim of this program is to introduce methods used by designers when redesigning a product; it demonstrates how designers define a need or problem and the techniques and strategies used to solve those problems. The program also describes the principles of Intellectual Property and the importance of acknowledging the Intellectual Property of others. Students should develop an understanding of the role of the designer and the reasons why and how products are redesigned. Students should also develop an appreciation of the use of a structured approach towards the design process through analyzing the examples of the design practice used by a designer.
Producers: VEA Group Pty Ltd
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Don’t Hesitate Communicate: Effective Communication in the Office
Employees in an office often come from different walks of life and different cultures. Their personalities are unique, their expectations diverse. But how can we ensure communication in the office is as effective as possible? This program explores the fundamental business skill of communication in the workplace. The many forms of verbal communication are covered, including oral and written methods such as meetings, speeches, letters and presentations. Similarly, the increasing importance of effective electronic communication is presented. Nonverbal cues such as body language are explored and in summary, the program discusses strategies for overcoming the barriers to workplace communication.
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Design: A Team Approach
In this program students apply techniques and processes to design, manufacture and assemble a product as a team, and then apply evaluation principles to assess the overall exercise. They examine how design teams and individual designers evaluate their use of materials, techniques and processes in transforming design options into a product range or team-designed product. Design: A Team Approach seeks to show how a team works towards a common goal beginning with a client interview through to the design stage, the planning and communicating of ideas, through to the actual production. The program concludes by demonstrating how evaluation can be a useful tool to monitor a team’s progress towards their common goal.
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Balancing the Books: Understanding Financial Reporting
Balancing the books is an essential part of business. Accounting methods help businesses collect, record and analyze financial data. Follow trainee accountant Calvin Clegg, a contestant on the quiz show “Who Wants to Make a Million” as he is quizzed with accounting questions that take him back to his accounting traineeship. His supervisor Dianne teaches him how to balance the books and how to evaluate business performance using financial records. Areas covered include accounting information and tools, the balance sheet, calculating profit and loss, cash control, and assessing financial performance. With Dianne’s help, Calvin is poised to “make a million”.
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Developing a Design Brief
Students are introduced to the skills used in design processes, design theory and the work of designers. They will see how two designers research, experiment, and communicate creative design ideas and solutions. They will gain an understanding of the responsible selection and safe use of materials, tools and techniques. Students are introduced to the impact of innovation and emerging technologies on the individual, society and the environment, they will learn the importance of evaluating their own and others’ design activities.
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Learning with Interactive Whiteboards
Interactive whiteboards are increasingly used in schools around the world. They provide for teachers to use technology as a tool to enhance their teaching. This program provides an introduction on what a board consists of and how it can be used in the classroom. There are practical examples of uses of the board as well as possible ways of using them in various types of classrooms and for different student needs. This includes using interactive whiteboards in both prep and primary classes. Examples in secondary classrooms include English, Mathematics and science lessons.
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Getting It Right at the Interview – Student Version
Going to job interviews can always be a challenging and occasionally nerve-wracking experience. This program addresses all the basics you need to know about going to a job interview. Issues discussed include: preparing for the interview; developing your listening and communication skills; understanding your career goals and how the job interview can address that; using appropriate body language; asking questions of the interviewer and seeking feedback; using mock interviews; understanding the difference between individual and group interviews. After having seen this program you will be much more confident at your next job interview.
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Job Seeking Solutions for Young People – Student Version
The Generation Y person was born somewhere between 1975 and 1990 and is quite a different generation to Gen X or previous generations. Gen Ys are highly technology driven, seek short-term career pathways and jobs that either make a difference in society or are a means to an end based on lifestyle. This program investigates this Generation and provides advice on likely career pathways and job-seeking skills specific to their needs. Emphasis is placed on developing a digital career portfolio, specific and generic skills, investigating employers on the internet that fit the Gen Y outlook, and interview skills that contain ambitious career aims.
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Population Geography
The geographic characteristics of Human Population on a global scale are outlined in this program. Population distribution, composition, change through time, population structure diagrams and the Demographic Transition Model, and essential terminology are all explained in clear terms with interesting graphics and relevant examples. This program can be used as a basis for a more in-depth study of Human Population as required by the current V.C.E. Study Design, as revision for a class or for individual students, or for students in other year levels where Population Geography is included in the curriculum.