This is the first time our College has hosted the conference. The Global Classroom conference is an opportunity to showcase our College, the ACT Government Education System and our National Capital to international colleagues. The theme for the 2017 conference is ‘Well-being and Education,’ a theme currently being incorporated into the college curriculum.
The Global Glassroom Partnership
The Global Classroom Partnership is an international initiative begun in the Shetland Islands 20 years ago. Students from participating schools research and prepare assigned tasks on a set theme to present to the conference. The emphasis is on sharing learning between schools, with the ethos that students can ‘learn locally but think globally’.
Canberra, Australia
Canberra is the capital city of Australia. Located between Sydney and Melbourne, Canberra is home to the Australian government. Known as the 'bush capital', Canberra is home to many nature reserves and native wildlife. Canberra is also home to prestigious art galleries, museums and world class universities.
10 Key facts about Canberra, Australia:
10 Key facts about Canberra, Australia:
- Australian Dollars (AU$) is the main form of currency in Australia, currency exchanges are available around Canberra.
- Australian electrical plugs are a three-prong type (AC 240 volts), adapters are available at airports and electronics stores.
- Canberra tap water is safe to drink as it is regularly monitored and treated to national guidelines.
- Canberra temperatures range from a low of -1C (30.2F) in winter and can reach 33C (91.4F) in the summer.
- Free public Wi-Fi access is availiable in shopping centres, libraries and some hotels and cafes.
- Canberra is rolling out Australia's largest free Wi-Fi network. CBRfree W-FI is available 24 hour public use around major public areas.
- Canberra has access to 3G and 4G mobile networks (extra roaming charges may apply from individuals mobile phone plan).
- Canberra’s telephone area code is 02 if calling from within Australia or +61 2 from overseas. (Costs may apply).
- Tipping is not expected in Australia, however it is welcome.
- Canberra's main form of public transportation is ACTION buses http://www.transport.act.gov.au/
University of Canberra Senior Secondary College Lake Ginninderra
We specialise in the education of Year 11 and 12 students. The college is located centrally in Canberra on the shores of Lake Ginninderra, situated near the facilities of the University of Canberra (UC), Australian Institute of Sport (AIS), Australian National University (ANU) and the CSIRO. Students are drawn from high schools in the ACT and surrounding region, the Australian Institute of Sport (national scholarship Athletes), International Private Students and Overseas Exchange Students.
The college continues at the forefront of innovation with a pioneering and nationally significant partnership with the University of Canberra, Students are able to co-enrol at the University and gain access to the library, online academic publications as well as faculty facilities, resources and equipment. Students are also able to access university courses through an accelerated academic program. - Martin Watson, Principal |
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