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Choose an online or in-person workshop that suits you
An introduction to Storypark
A step-by-step guide to setting up your account and exploring the main features
(1 hr online)
Getting the most out of Storypark
An advanced online workshop for those who’ve already mastered the basics
(1 hr online)
Engaging families in Storypark
Strategies on how to strengthen family engagement and collaboration
(40 mins online)
Introducing Storypark planning
Setting up your team planning area with templates that suit the way you plan
(40 mins online)
In-person training workshops
We offer a range of face-to-face training packages
(Australia and NZ)
Can’t find what you’re looking for?
If it’s not listed here we can often accommodate custom requests
(online or in-person)
An introduction to Storypark (1 hr)
This online workshop will provide a step-by-step guide to successfully setting up your account and exploring the main features of Storypark. Learn how Storypark can help you improve practice, save time and engage family in their children's learning better than ever before.
This online workshop will cover:
- What Storypark can do
- How to get set up
- Inviting your team
- Gaining consent and welcoming parents
- Adding children
- Creating groups/rooms
- Creating stories and adding multimedia
- Communicating with families
Getting the most out of Storypark (1 hr)
This advanced online workshop is designed for those who've mastered the basics of Storypark (covered in 'An Introduction to Storypark'). If you've been actively using Storypark and want to learn more about the advanced features and possibilities then this is for you.
This online workshop will cover:
- How to create and critique your sets and tags to support reporting and rich assessment
- Observing and analysing activity, curriculum and practice through reports
- Strengthening assessment through capturing, assessing and responding
- How to support the transition to school
- My portfolio – individual educator portfolios for registration, appraisals, assessment, reflections and mentor feedback
- Using conversations to share ideas and work better as a team
Engaging families in Storypark (35 mins)
This 40 minute online workshop is designed for educators who have been using Storypark and are ready to strengthen and explore the importance of family engagement in Storypark. We will provide successful strategies and examples of how to strengthen the engagement and collaboration of family members and educators.
This online workshop will cover:
- How to monitor engagement on Storypark
- Understanding engagement and strategies to increase it
- Utilising the community area and conversations to support the sharing of information with and from parents
Introducing Storypark planning (1 hr)
Explore our new planning feature designed to support the way you plan. In this 40 minute online workshop you’ll discover how you and your team can document, gather evidence and plan for individuals, groups and your service as a whole.
This online workshop will walk you through the main features of Planning:
- The main features of the new planning area
- Using and customising planning templates to suit your own planning style
- How to start a plan and create a template
- Involving educators and families in plans
- Linking stories, plans and notes together
- Adding children, stories, multimedia, documents and links as evidence
Online workshops common questions
What is an online workshop?
Short online seminars that are free to attend – all you need is an internet connection and sound. Listen, learn and ask our expert.
I’m not a Storypark customer. Can I join?
Absolutely, they are free for existing customers and new friends.
What if I register but can’t make it?
No worries, you can register for another session at a more convenient time.
Can I ask questions?
You sure can! These online workshops are for you so bring any questions to ask during Q&A.
Can I invite other educators?
Certainly. It’s a great idea to ask some of your colleagues and friends to attend with you.
What do I need to participate?
A strong internet connection which you can check when you join the online workshop. You don’t require a camera or audio for this session.
Can I use a computer?
If you’re on your own you can listen through a headset, phone earpiece or directly through your computer. Check before the workshop that your computer has sound by playing a song or Youtube video. Make sure your sound is turned up.
Can I use an iPad or tablet?
You can go through your browser to attend the workshop, or download the free Clickmeeting app prior to the workshop (this could take a few minutes so allow enough time). Get the iOS app or the Android app.
How do I log in to participate?
Once you’ve registered you’ll be sent a reminder email within 24 hours and again one hour before the start time. Simply click on the JOIN NOW green tab in the reminder email and it will take you directly to the session. It pays to do this 10 minutes beforehand to allow plenty of time to check your internet strength and sound settings. For more information, you can watch this video.