[A12n-forum] Fwd: E-Learning in Africa Conf. (Nairobi May 2007): Abstract Deadline JAN 5

["Don Osborn" <dzo@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

This conference may be of interest. It is the kind of venue in which
one could discuss:
* Wikipedia in African languages
* Online African language learning modules for 1st language speakers
as well as 2nd language learners
* Localized content for development, education, culture, etc.
* Localized software for learning, creativity, etc.
* Importance of Unicode & i18n for multilingual ICT in Africa

Don't see it in my budget to attend, but would be interested to hear
of anyone else who is.

Don Osborn
Bisharat.net
PanAfrican Localisation project

--- In DigAfrica@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, "Janet Feldman" <kaippg@...> wrote:

Dear Friends,

Here's an excellent opportunity which some will hopefully take
advantage of, both conference attendance and participation!  Happy New
Year, and here's hoping it will "compute"!  Janet (Feldman, kaippg@...)


Abstract deadline is January 5th!!!

http://www.elearning-africa.com/
http://www.elearning-africa.com/proposals.php

eLA 2007 - The Conference
Meeting the networking needs of the Pan-African eLearning and distance
education sector, the annual eLearning Africa conference is the key
networking venue for practitioners and professionals from Africa and
all over the world.

Main Facts:
* eLA is the largest gathering of eLearning and distance education
professionals in Africa, enabling participants to develop
multinational and cross-industry contacts and partnerships, as well as
to enhance their knowledge, expertise, and abilities.
* The 2006 event attracted 832 participants from 80 countries
representing all continents, with 70% coming from Africa, making it
Africa's largest eLearning conference.
* Last year's gathering featured the work of more than 230 speakers
from 46 countries, addressing all forms of technology-enhanced
learning and including a rich mix of themes, topics and a variety of
session formats.
* Delegates are high-level decision makers and practitioners from
education, business, and government - the three key areas driving
eLearning adoption and innovation.
* The conference is held in English and French. It includes plenary
sessions with world-class experts, smaller presentation and special
focus sessions, practical demonstrations and debates on specific
topics, as well as various informal networking opportunities where
practitioners share their experiences, ideas, new information and
perspectives.
* An exhibition and demonstration area accompany the programme, where
leading international eLearning manufacturers, suppliers and service
providers present their latest products and services. Participants
evaluated the exhibition as a critical meeting point for professional
interaction within the conference.
* A full-day program of workshops conducted by leading eLearning
practitioners precedes the event. These small, intensive sessions
offer attendees a unique opportunity to fine-tune their skills and
acquire new ones.
* A number of special events take place alongside the conference, such
as product launches, special interest group get-togethers, sponsored
workshops, best practice showcases, and meetings.

New features at eLA 2007:

* eLA 2007 will also have a number of exciting features that extend
the scope and outreach of the conference, adding value for both
presenters and attendees:
* A high-level policy maker and industry leader summit entitled
"Accelerating the Building of ICT Infrastructures and Capacities for
African Educational Systems"
* The African TVET Summit "Access and Inclusion for TVET in Africa
through New ICT-based Solutions"
* A convention of major donors and development agencies focusing on
"ICT-Enhanced Education and Training in Development Cooperation"
* Two break-out workshops, one in Kisumu at Lake Victoria and one in
Mombasa on the Indian Ocean

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