YOUTH FORUM ORIENTATIONSunday March 7th 2010

17h to 18h

AgendaDistribution of information & welcome packsIntroductionsBriefing

Forum goalsProject developmentProgram reviewDiscussion of logistical & safety mattersQ&A

Distribution of TIG tees & group photo

IntroductionsSay hello and share:

Name (and preferred nickname)Role (student, mentor, etc.)Where you are fromSomething about your home country

GoalsProfessional developmentLearn more about how technology is being innovatively applied in educational contexts

Trip to Ngee Ann Secondary SchoolTeacher booth visits (on own time – lunch etc.)

Work in teams to develop & present project ideas to secure seed funding from Microsoft & a Sprout e-course scholarship from TIG!And, most importantly, have fun & make friends!

Project DevelopmentIf you already have project ideas, write them down. You will have an opportunity to share them on Tue & are free to start talking about them now. ~ 4 project teams will be determined by Wed morning, based on people’s interests.Mentors &TIG staff will not be assigned to any particular project group but will provide advice generally to all groups.Each team will produce a project plan & presentation.

Project Development (cont.)A project plan template, presentation template, and the judging criteria will be provided.Project development time is limited. If you need more time, you may work during meals, shorten meal breaks, or opt out of the Wed evening activity (tennis). You will present your project ideas to a group of judges on Thu morning, and then virtually.Each team will nominate one member to participate in the Sprout e-Course.

Program ReviewSunday/Monday: workshopsTuesday: Field trip to Ngee Ann SecondaryWednesday: Project developmentThursday: Presentations and Virtual ShowcaseVarious special outings and activities planned!

Stay with mentor groups when outside hotel

Notes indicate when formal wear is required; otherwise dress code is smart casual at all times.Any questions?

Logistical and Safety MattersDo not leave the hotel unattended.No visits from friends or family.On excursions, stay with your assigned mentor group.If you have any health and/or safety concerns, let a mentor, TIG staff member, or Trisha (9682 4959) knowPlease use the sign-out sheet if you would like to borrow any printed materials for project work.

Logistical and Safety Matters (cont.)

NO:AlcoholMini-barSwimmingExercise facility access

Be sure to:Be punctual: There is a lot to cover, so be sure to be on time for all scheduled activities.Be aware of each day’s program so to prepare for it.Wear your Forum badge to all meals at the hotel.Help advertize the Virtual Project Showcase within your networks!Contribute to the group blog at least twice during the Forum, and more frequently if possible!

Say Cheese! Get your TIG tee, put it on, and gather for a group photo!