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Advanced Cybersecurity Training for Teachers (ACTT) 2
(2021-09) Commonwealth of Learning
The shift to online learning and teaching has drawn increasing attention to the cyber risks likely to be faced in a learning institution. In recent times, cybercriminals have disrupted learning using various attacks, including ransomware, Zoombombing, denial of service, and data theft. It is, therefore, crucial for educators to be cognisant of these threats and be equipped to defend against them. The Advanced Cybersecurity Training for Teachers (ACTT) course is designed to provide teachers, teacher educators and education practitioners with superior knowledge necessary to protect themselves and their students online, as well as create awareness for parents and other stakeholders in digital learning. The course enables participants to proactively protect the digital spaces they use to engage with learners and also adopt good practice for a safe and effective online learning experience.
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Advanced ICT Skills Development Project
(2019-08) Commonwealth of Learning
With 60 per cent of the Commonwealth’s population under 30 years of age, the skilling of youth is a top priority for governments. The Commonwealth of Learning’s (COL) current focus includes course and programme development for information and communication technologies (ICT) and media skills that lead to employability and livelihoods. The Advanced ICT Skills Development project aims to reach 30,000 learners (of whom at least 50 per cent are to be women) through 60 innovative courses developed in partner institutions as open educational resources (OER).
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Advanced Mobile Learning with Multimedia (AMLM)
(2021-10) Commonwealth of Learning
The Advanced Mobile Learning with Multimedia MOOC builds upon the introductory Mobile Learning with Multimedia MOOC. It targets primary and secondary school teachers as well as other practitioners in education and is designed to provide advanced knowledge in authoring multimedia based OER learning materials. // Participants will gain practical skills in creating infographics, synchronous and asynchronous video-based learning resources, creating accessible multimedia, as well as identify the opportunities presented by Augmented and Virtual Reality. // The key focus is for the teachers to gain familiarity with and choose from a wide range of tools and resources to apply in their different contexts, for effective teaching and learning.
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Aptus
(2016-11-25) Commonwealth of Learning
Promotional brochure explaining Aptus - a device developed by the Commonwealth of Learning to facilitate elearning in remote and disconnected areas. (Revised June 2018).
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Blended Learning Practice
(2019-08) Commonwealth of Learning
The Blended Learning Practice massive open online course (MOOC) is an introduction to blending technology and distance education teaching strategies with traditional, in-person classroom activities. Blended learning is an important and rapidly-developing form of education, and this intermediate-level course will emphasise its benefits to both educators and students, including greater flexibility and convenience, as well as potential increases in learner creativity and independence. // This free, 4-week course, provided by the Commonwealth of Learning (COL) in collaboration with Athabasca University, is open to teachers and other education professionals in diverse contexts. Anyone considering the implementation of blended learning practice in their classrooms or programmes will enjoy and benefit from participating in this MOOC. The course is supported by a guidebook on blended learning, which offers a review of various types of blended learning in reference to the level of education, the needs of students, and the subject being taught.
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Certificate in Community Radio Technology (CCRT) - Brochure
(2014) Commonwealth Educational Media Centre for Asia (CEMCA)
The Commonwealth Educational Media Centre for Asia (CEMCA) has been associated with the community radio movement in India from its inception. Experience has revealed that while Community Radio Stations (CRS) are able to manage their production and management aspects, there is pressing need for technical guidance and support relating to running or setting-up a CRS and maintaining the basic equipment. The paucity of trained personnel at the local level makes them dependent on “outside experts” even for elementary tasks. Getting trained professionals from metros for trouble shooting is expensive for CRS. CEMCA has developed learning content at the level of a certificate programme for community radio technicians to help prepare a cadre of technical support persons at the local levels. This would, in turn, create new technical and vocational skill-based jobs and enhance the technical sustainability of CRS
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Challenges, Opportunities and Worries – the Responsible Use of Generative AI
(2023-06) Commonwealth of Learning (COL)
Promotional brochure for COL Online Panel Discussion on "Challenges, Opportunities and Worries – the Responsible Use of Generative AI."
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ChatGPT: Implications for Teaching and Teacher Training
(2023-06) Commonwealth of Learning (COL)
Promotional brochure for a webinar on "ChatGPT: Implications for Teaching and Teacher Training."
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COL in Africa - regional brochure
(2014-07) Commonwealth of Learning
Brochure highlighting recent COL activity in the Africa region.
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COL in Africa - regional brochure
(2012) Commonwealth of Learning
LEARNING FOR DEVELOPMENT is the theme of the Commonwealth of Learning’s Three-Year Plan for 2009-2012. This plan expresses a vision that reaches beyond formal education to embrace areas of learning that are vital for better livelihoods, greater prosperity and a safer environment. Understanding development as the process of increasing the freedoms that people can enjoy, COL pursues this vision operationally within the framework of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), the campaign for Education for All and Commonwealth values.
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COL in South and Southeast Asia - regional brochure
(2012) Commonwealth of Learning
LEARNING FOR DEVELOPMENT is the theme of the Commonwealth of Learning’s Three-Year Plan for 2009-2012. This plan expresses a vision that reaches beyond formal education to embrace areas of learning that are vital for better livelihoods, greater prosperity and a safer environment. Understanding development as the process of increasing the freedoms that people can enjoy, COL pursues this vision operationally within the framework of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), the campaign for Education for All and Commonwealth values.
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COL in South and Southeast Asia - regional brochure
(2014-07) Commonwealth of Learning
Brochure highlighting recent COL activity in the South and Southeast Asia region.
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COL in the Caribbean - regional brochure
(2014-07) Commonwealth of Learning
Brochure highlighting recent COL activity in the Caribbean region.
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COL in the Caribbean - regional brochure
(2012) Commonwealth of Learning
LEARNING FOR DEVELOPMENT is the theme of the Commonwealth of Learning’s Three-Year Plan for 2009-2012. This plan expresses a vision that reaches beyond formal education to embrace areas of learning that are vital for better livelihoods, greater prosperity and a safer environment. Understanding development as the process of increasing the freedoms that people can enjoy, COL pursues this vision operationally within the framework of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), the campaign for Education for All and Commonwealth values.
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COL in the Pacific - regional brochure
(2012) Commonwealth of Learning
LEARNING FOR DEVELOPMENT is the theme of the Commonwealth of Learning’s Three-Year Plan for 2009-2012. This plan expresses a vision that reaches beyond formal education to embrace areas of learning that are vital for better livelihoods, greater prosperity and a safer environment. Understanding development as the process of increasing the freedoms that people can enjoy, COL pursues this vision operationally within the framework of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), the campaign for Education for All and Commonwealth values.
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COL in the Pacific - regional brochure
(2014-07) Commonwealth of Learning
Brochure highlighting recent COL activity in the Pacific region.
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COL Website Accessibilities
(2022-09) Commonwealth of Learning (COL)
Promotional brochure describing assistive technologies on COL's website and various online services.
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COL-Coursera Workforce Recovery Programme
(2020) Commonwealth of Learning
Recognising the catastrophic effects of COVID-19 on millions of people who have become unemployed, or are on the verge of losing their jobs, Coursera, one of the world’s leading eLearning providers, has recently announced the Coursera Workforce Recovery Initiative as an immediate solution to these challenges. As an intergovernmental organisation committed to improving livelihood conditions of people across the Commonwealth, COL has entered into this partnership to make a difference to the lives of thousands of people whose immediate need is to acquire skills for regaining employment.
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Commonwealth Certificate for Teacher ICT Integration (CCTI): Preparing Teachers for ICT Integration into Teaching and Learning
(2016-03) Commonwealth of Learning
Brochure: The CCTI is designed to improve the ability of teachers to use information and communication technologies (ICT) in the classroom, and increase the involvement of school managers in implementing ICT in schools. CCTI challenges school managers and teachers to reflect on what they do in their schools and classrooms and how ICT can be integrated into management and teaching styles.
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Commonwealth Computer Navigator's Certificate
(2012-12) Commonwealth of Learning
The Commonwealth Computer Navigator's Certificate (CCNC) programme provides easy access to information and communication technology (ICT) skills training that can be freely used, modified, copied and distributed by anyone, anytime and anywhere. (Updated Dec 2012 - originally published in 2009)