2nd Annual Forum on e-Learning Excellence in the Middle East Objectives
Nowadays, e-Learning is seen as one of the most complex paradigms of education. Although, many believe that the effective planning and implementation of e-Learning significantly contribute to the improvement of education and to making education available to a wider audience; others are still questioning aspects related to the quality, measurement of effectiveness, impact on society and on educational systems re-engineering of e-learning.
This year forum focuses on four main elements related to the planning and implementation of e-learning: Inspire, Innovate, Initiate, Impact
Forum Objectives:
- To bring together e-Learning professionals and experts from around the world to discuss the future of education and e-learning, critical aspects and matters of concern related to the implementation of e-learning in both the academic and the corporate world.
- To provide a platform for educators, researchers, practitioners and e-Learning providers to discuss innovative ways for implementation of e- learning, which includes the development of innovative pedagogical models for teaching, learning, assessment, learners support and services, faculty and staff development, etc.
- To address and discuss matters related to social, psychological and cultural consideration which may be of relevance to the region.
- To understand the various models for measuring the effectiveness of e-learning and addressing the factors influencing effective and ineffective e-learning implementations.
- To present and share the latest technological advancements and innovations that will allow the delivery of a high quality e-Learning experience.
- To promote the exchange of good practice and case studies relevant to the planning, design, development, delivery and assessment of e-Learning.
- To provide an interactive platform for addressing all technical, pedagogical, managerial and social issues associated to e-Learning.
- To offer a base for simulating higher education institutions, school teachers training organizations and others to explore the unique learning possibilities that e-Learning offers.