ATIT - Audiovisual Technologies, Informatics and Telecommunications
Selected networks/communities with links in relation to the Learn@Work project and the field of work based learning
EDEN (EU[1])
ATiT is active member of EDEN - the European Distance and E Learning Network – is a network of education and training professionals who share knowledge and understanding in distance and e-learning matters across the Europe, and who promote policy and practice for this domain. EDEN has more than 1000 individual members and 197 institutional members, involved in distance and eLearning, in all sectors and phases of education and training. EDEN holds annual conferences as well as additional conferences on research and on the schools sector every two years; EDEN has its own open source journal EURODL.
Kaleidoscope (EU)
ATiT is an active partner in the Kaleidoscope network, the European research network shaping the scientific evolution of technology enhanced learning. It integrates the leading research teams in the field, who work collaboratively across educational, computer and social sciences to transform the quality and reach of the learning experience. Kaleidoscope fosters innovation and creativity through the development of new technologies, methodologies and concepts, defining the challenges and solutions for interdisciplinary research. Within Kaleidoscope ATiT is active member of the Gateway stakeholders club: the interface between the research community of Kaleidoscope and the stakeholders interested in the outcome of the Kaleidoscope community, including researchers, business and education strategists as well as practitioners, teachers, policy makers and PhD students.
http://www.noe-kaleidoscope.org/pub/ELIG (EU)
ATiT is associated with the European Learning Industry Group, eLIG, an open consortium of leading ICT (information and communications technology) companies and eLearning content providers who seek to promote eLearning throughout Europe, in schools, universities, the workplace, and homes. It was launched on 25 April 2002 in partnership with EU Commissioner Reding.
http://www.elig.org/BeODL (BE)
The Belgian network for Open & Distance learning encourages the implementation of eLearning in business life. BE-ODL has a strong believe in the future of eLearning and wishes to introduce this training method to a broad public. The Belgian Network for Open and Distance Learning is a non-profit organization that aims at establishing cooperation between statutory organizations and private companies with a view to a growing implementation of e-learning in training programmes for employees. BE-ODL links organisations and companies with a rich experience and expertise with modern information- and communication technology. Five or six times a year, BE-ODL organises seminars at which practical cases are presented. Furthermore, BeODL produces manuals and participates in projects.
http://www.be-odl.org/VOKA (FL)
Voka is the Flemish network of companies and enterprises that are member of the Vlaams Economisch Verbond; it represents 17.500 companies, 60% of all private employment in Flanders, in total more than 900.000 employees from 24 different sectors of work. Voka is actively lobbying and negotiating with political, governmental, and social partners, furthermore it is strong in networking for its members. The activities are supported by a strong knowledge centre, that also organises training and exchange sessions. ATiT has been actively participating in these activities.
http://www.voka.be/startpagina/pages/default.aspx
UNIZO (BE)
UNIZO is the most important and influential organisation of independent entrepreneurs, with almost 85.000 members from all economic sectors, active on local, regional, or international markets. UNIZO defends the interests of independent entrepreneurs, advises them, and organises info- and networking sessions. ATiT actively contribute to training and networking sessions about training and eLearning in the SME.
http://www.unizo.be/FMV (FL)
Flanders Multimedia Valley is the cluster organisation for the Flemish multimedia industry. FMV has over 120 member companies, representing a total turnover of 200 million euros and more than 2.000 jobs. Flanders Multimedia Valley was founded in 1999 and has not only established a solid network in Flanders, but also abroad (through the European Multimedia Associations Convention). ATiT is an active member contributing to the elearning cluster of FMV.
http://www.fmv.org/Educa Steering Committee (INT)
ATiT is represented in the Steering Committee of the Online Educa Conferences in Berlin since 1995. Online Educa Berlin is the key annual networking event for the international technology-supported learning and training industry. It is the industry’s largest international forum, attracting high-level decision makers from education, business, and government sectors. Attendees forge essential cross-industry contacts and partnerships, and enhance their knowledge and expertise. Over 2000 participants attend the 3 days of workshops, seminars, conferences, and discussions.
TTnet (EU)The Training of Trainers Network – TTnet – is a network of national networks set up by Cedefop in 1998 as a Pan-European forum for key players and decision-makers in the training and professional development of vocational teachers and trainers. TTnet’s national networks are representative national forums of key actors involved in the training of teachers and trainers from both the public and private sectors. They provide expertise to support practitioners and inspire decision-making. Through its activities and cross-country thematic projects on commonly agreed VET priorities, TTnet contributes to the implementation of the EU policy framework for VET teachers and trainers. ATiT connects with TTnet through the Belgian and German national networks.
SeFI (EU)
ATiT is member of SEFI, the European Society for Engineering Education, founded in 1973, and now the largest network of higher engineering institutions and of individuals involved in engineering education in Europe.
http://www.sefi.be/Business Club 2000 Tienen (FL)
ATiT is member of the regional association of small and medium sized enterprises in the region of Tienen in Flanders. ATiT participates actively in the transfer of knowledge about training and elearning in the workplace to the members of the association, which convenes two times per year.
http://www.bc2000.be/Digital Flanders Expert Group (FL)
A representative of ATiT is member of the ad-hoc Expert Group that advises the Digital Flanders Commission of the Flemish Regional Parliament regarding the digital development in Flanders, mainly by means of an analysis of strengths and weaknesses.
KMO-IT (FL)
The KMO-IT Centre is an independent organisation that stimulates Flemish SMEs to use and develop ICT within their company or organisation. The activities cover basic infrastructure, automatisation, mobile solutions, and performance management. KMO-IT advises and consults with SMEs by means of its interactive website services, informative technological dossiers, a newsletter, road shows, workshops and focus meetings. KMO-IT stimulates innovation by application of ICT.