Derek’s blog

Derek’s Blog, launched in 2003, serves as a platform for sharing thoughts and reflections related to his work. It offers over 20 years of searchable posts, categorized by the tags below. Feel free to comment, as your feedback contributes to ongoing reflection and future posts.

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eAgenda – Shirley Alexander ?? UoT, Sydney

August 5, 2004

Towards an ecology of eLearning Based ona n anlaysis of the 77 papers in the 2002 ASCELITE proceedings, Alexander is critical of the form and nature of eLearning research reflected […]

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eagenda – Prof Keith Baker, University of Reading

August 5, 2004

A framework for learning processes Member of the eLIG (eLearning Industry Group) in the UK. Presentation gave an in-depth view of what the eLIG is doing to establish a set […]

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eagenda – Prof. Donn Ritchie ?? San Diego State University

August 5, 2004

eLearning ?? it??s not about the technology The basic premise of Dom??s presentation is that technology alone isn??t what makes eLearning happen ?? perhaps it may assist in delivering content […]

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eagenda – Prof. Bob Fryer ?? NHSU, UK

August 5, 2004

A virtual presentation. Prof Fryer challenged: Thriving in ??Risk?? society ?? Challenges and possibilities for e-enablement How can eLearning and e-enablment help people navigate their way through a very difference […]

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eagenda – Michael Humke ?? Hewlett Packard

August 5, 2004

Learning in a digital world Began with a reflection on the movie ??Shrek??, and how far we??ve come with the area of visualization. Main focus of his address was in […]

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eagenda – Dean McGahn ?? Gartner group (Asia Pacific)

August 5, 2004

The Content Challenge ?? Why it finally matters Presentation focused strongly on the notion of Knowledge Management, and the adoption of BPM (business process management) systems to ensure that organizations […]

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eAgenda – Prof. Claudio Dondi ?? SCIENTER

August 5, 2004

The quality issue in the development of the eLearning marketPresentation refrred to the results of the L-Change and SEEQUEL projects supported byt eh European Commission.

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eAgenda – Professor John Stevenson ?? Griffith University

August 5, 2004

Using activity theory and learning theory to map eLearning curriculum development in order to expand its object Following the trajectory – eLearnng has now matured to the point where it […]

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eAgenda – Ron Oliver ?? Edith Cowan University

August 5, 2004

Choosing learning designs for eLearning settings A long-time proponent of learning design, Ron??s presentation brought the discussion back to a pedagogical focus, with an emphasis on student activity and a […]

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eAgenda – Ron Perkinson ?? World Bank

August 5, 2004

Setting the scene with two themes ?? an overview of global trends and some perspectives about online delivery by foreign providers ?? adapting to local markets. Standout session, for me, […]

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eAgenda – Professor Glyn Davis ?? Griffith University

August 5, 2004

Challenge ?? ??Has the bubble burst on eLearning??? ?? with the failure of many high profile eLearning projects to ??deliver?? on their promises, we need to be looking more critically […]

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Dr Gilly Salmon

August 4, 2004

What the millennium sparks did to eLearning Fantastic address – challenges about the future of eLearning, using an ecological metaphor of a ‘map’ to describe what is being faced currnetly […]

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Lynley Marshall ?? Australian Broadcasting Corporation

August 4, 2004

Delivering audiences relevant, engaging and integrated education content across multiple platforms Lynley’s address provided a stimulating insight into what the Australian Broadcasting Corporation are doing to create and make available […]

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eAgenda 2004

August 4, 2004

I’m attending the eAgenda Roundtable in the Gold Coast at present – hugely stimulatiing event, with a series of speakers addressing issues and concerns to do with eLearning from the […]

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Future organisations?

August 2, 2004

Some interesting ideas emerging from recent posts in other blogs regarding a panel discussion held recently at Brainstorm, the annual conference jointly run by FORTUNE and the Aspen Institute. The […]

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Who thought of this?

August 2, 2004

Just when you think they’ve thought of everything! My friend Chris in Christchurch sent me a this link to the full story.

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Blogs

Conference diary blog!

August 1, 2004

A colleague of mine at The Correspondence School recently asked if I could help him set up a blog before he travelled overseas to attend a series of conferences. Ricky […]

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Knowledge management

July 28, 2004

This area is really gaining traction – here’s a bunch of links to online journals on the topic. Some require subscription – but it’s impressive just ot see what is […]

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I spoke too soon!

July 24, 2004

From the same source (eSchool News) another story that illustrates the disturbing trend I spoke about in the previous posts and after my visit to NECC – the empahsis on […]

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Evidence-based teacher PD

July 24, 2004

Really interesting news from eSchool News today announcing that the US Department of Education is embarking on a three-year project to create a decision support tool that will enable educators […]

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What others say

The Learning Environments Australasia Executive Committee has received a lot of positive feedback, which is greatly due to your wealth of knowledge and information you imparted on our large audience, your presentation has inspired a range of educators, architects and facility planners and for this we are grateful.

Daniel Smith Chair Learning Environments Australasia

Derek and Maurie complement each other well and have the same drive and passion for a future education system that is so worthwhile being part of. Their presentation and facilitation is at the same time friendly and personal while still incredibly professional. I am truly grateful to have had this experience alongside amazing passionate educators and am inspired to re visit all aspects of my leadership. I have a renewed passion for our work as educational leaders.

Karyn Gray Principal, Raphael House Rudolf Steiner

I was in desperate need of a programme like this. This gave me the opportunity to participate in a transformative journey of professional learning and wellbeing, where I rediscovered my passion, reignited my purpose, and reconnected with my vision for leading in education. Together, we got to nurture not just academic excellence, but also the holistic wellbeing of our school communities. Because when we thrive, so does the entire educational ecosystem.

Tara Quinney Principal, St Peter's College, Gore

Refresh, Reconnect, Refocus is the perfect title for this professional development. It does just that. A fantastic retreat, space to think, relax and start to reconnect. Derek and Maurie deliver a balance of knowledge and questioning that gives you time to think about your leadership and where to next. Both facilitators have the experience, understanding, connection and passion for education, this has inspired me to really look at the why for me!

Jan McDonald Principal, Birkdale North School

Engaged, passionate, well informed facilitators who seamlessly worked together to deliver and outstanding programme of thought provoking leadership learning.

Dyane Stokes Principal, Paparoa Street School

A useful and timely call to action. A great chance to slow down, reflect on what really drives you, and refocus on how to get there. Wonderful conversations, great connections, positive pathways forward.

Ursula Cunningham Principal, Amesbury School

RRR is a standout for quality professional learning for Principals. Having been an education PLD junkie for 40 years I have never before attended a programme that has challenged me as much because of its rigor, has satisfied me as much because of its depth or excited me as much because of realising my capacity to lead change. Derek and Maurie are truly inspiring pedagogical, authentic leadership experts who generously and expertly share their passion, wisdom and skills to help Principal's to focus on what is important in schools and be the best leader they can be.

Cindy Sullivan Principal, Kaipara College

Derek Wenmoth is brilliant. Derek connects powerful ideas forecasting the future of learning to re-imagine education and create resources for future-focused practices and policies to drive change. His work provides guidance and tools for shifting to new learning ecosystems through innovations with a focus on purpose, equity, learner agency, and lifelong learning. His work is comprehensive and brings together research and best practices to advance the future of teaching and learning. His passion, commitment to innovation for equity and the range of practical, policy and strategic advice are exceptional.

Susan Patrick, CEO, Aurora Institute

I asked Derek to work with our teachers to reenergise our team back into our journey towards our vision after the two years of being in and out of 'Covid-ness'. Teachers reported positively about the day with Derek, commenting on how affirmed they felt that our vision is future focused. Teachers expressed excitement with their new learning towards the vision, and I've noticed a palpable energy since the day. Derek also started preparing our thinking for hybrid learning, helping us all to feel a sense of creativity rather than uncertainty. The leadership team is keen to see him return!

Kate Christie | Principal | Cashmere Ave School

Derek has supported, informed and inspired a core group of our teachers to be effective leads in our college for NPDL. Derek’s PLD is expertly targeted to our needs.

Marion Lumley | Deputy Principal |Ōtaki College

What a task we set Derek - to facilitate a shared vision and strategy with our Board and the professional and admin teams (14 of us), during a Covid lockdown, using online technology. Derek’s expertise, skilled questioning, strategic facilitation and humour enabled us to work with creative energy for 6 hours using a range of well-timed online activities. He kept us focussed on creating and achieving a shared understanding of our future strategic plan. Derek’s future focussed skills combined with an understanding of strategy and the education sector made our follow up conversations invaluable. Furthermore, we will definitely look to engage Derek for future strategic planning work.

Sue Vaealiki, Chair of Stonefields Collaborative Trust

Our Principal PLG has worked with Derek several times now, and will continue to do so. Derek is essentially a master facilitator/mentor...bringing the right level of challenge, new ideas & research to deepen your thinking, but it comes with the level of support needed to feel engaged, enriched and empowered after working with him.

Gareth Sinton, Principal, Douglas Park School

Derek is a highly knowledgeable and inspirational professional learning provider that has been guiding our staff in the development of New Pedagogies’ for Deep Learning. His ability to gauge where staff are at and use this to guide next steps has been critical in seeing staff buy into this processes and have a strong desire to build in their professional practice.

Andy Fraser, Principal, Otaki College