education workshop [learning and community]
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Education Workshop [Learning and Community]. Cavan Innovation and Technology Centre 22 nd March 2005. Felice McBride ERNACT. Workshop Objectives. Provide update on BCDEN Project Look at pilot areas for Education Outline constraints within which we are operating, e.g. budget, time etc. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
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Education WorkshopEducation Workshop[Learning and Community][Learning and Community]Education WorkshopEducation Workshop[Learning and Community][Learning and Community]
Cavan Innovation and Technology Centre
22nd March 2005
Felice McBrideERNACT
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Workshop ObjectivesWorkshop Objectives
Provide update on BCDEN ProjectLook at pilot areas for EducationOutline constraints within which we are operating, e.g. budget, time etc.Introduce workgroup to current research, case studies and projects in educationDiscuss the Issues and how the use of ICT could address these Discuss and possibly identify pilot action areasOutline next steps
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AgendaAgendaItem TimeIntroductions 10:00 – 10:10
Presentation by ERNACT ERNACT overview
Digital Economy Project
Border Corridor Digital Economy Project
10:10 - 10:35
Presentation of Research (WesternConnect)
Current trends and case studies in Education
10:35 – 11:00
Discussion BCDEN Pilots
New ideas?
11:00 – 12:20
Next Steps and AOB 12:20 – 12:30
LUNCH 12:30
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ERNACT – An OverviewERNACT – An Overview
European Regions Network for the Application of Communications Technology
Formed in 1990 by Derry City Council and Donegal County Council
Funded by ERDF Article 10 (Innovative Measures)
IT - Improve delivery of services
Stimulate Interregional Development Co-operation
Owned/Underwritten by Public Authorities
Based in Lifford (Co. Donegal)
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ERNACT – What we doERNACT – What we do
Resource to help shift benefits of Digital Age to participating regions
IS Research
IS ProjectsProject identification with Councils
Project development
Project management
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ERNACT RegionsERNACT RegionsBorder Corridor Digital Economy NetworkBorder Corridor Digital Economy Network
Donegal & Derry
Galway
Wirral
Cantabria
Kainuu
Zeeland
Olomouc
Treviso
S. Sebastian
La Rioja Bologna
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Digital Economy Project Digital Economy Project (DEP)(DEP)Digital Economy Project Digital Economy Project (DEP)(DEP)
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Digital Economy Project - FactsDigital Economy Project - Facts
Duration
1998 1999 2000 2001
0.25
0.5
0.75
1
Budget
0.762
Million €
Type of Project:
Crossborder
Programme:
INTERREG II A (Ireland/ N. Ireland)
Aim:
Increase the capacity of the North West of Ireland to plan for and adapt to the challenges posed by the advent of the information age.
Northern
Ireland
DonegalLimavady
Derry
Strabane
Republic ofIreland
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Digital Economy ModelDigital Economy Model
DE Strategy in INTERREG IIIA - Information EventCity Hotel, Derry
20th February 2003
Citizens Patients Tourists Shoppers Business Workers
Community Connect2
3 7 8 9 10 11 12
e-businessinnovation network
6
TransportExchange
5
DigitalRegion
4
BroadbandNetwork
1
Businesses
Homes Vehicles Services Workers
ELECTRONICMARKETPLACE
CommunityLearning
e-government Healthcareportal
e-tourist e-businessfor SMEs e-procurement
Town Centreof the Future
Deliver a public/private program to stimulate the connection of all citizens, homes, businesses and communities within theregion to the "e-world". This will enable the development of other projects such as distance learning, e-government and an e-commerce.
Develop and implement a"community demand"based internet-assistedlifelong learningprogramme and platform,capable of deliveringcourses from a range ofsuppliers (2nd and 3rdlevel educationsectors,FÁS, T&EA andtraining companies).
Provides users ofgovernment services(e.g., citizens,businesses anddevelopment agencies)with more integrated anduser-friently servicesbased on multi-agency e-government systemsfacilitating interactionthrough a single point ofaccess.
Create a portal todeliver efficient,effective and co-ordinated healthservicesto all parts of the regionwhether in towns, citiesor the more remoteparts.
Develop and implementan integrated tourismservice that will allow thepromotion of the region,online booking ofcustomised holidaypackages and advancedvisitor services.
Deliver a sustainedbusiness-to-business(B2B) developmentprogramme to assistSMEs within the regionto deploy realisticelectronic businesssolutions.
Deploy an e-procurementplan within the region toenable companies,government departmentsand organisations to formclusters to procurecollectively.
Create the "town centreof the future" by takingadvantage ofinformation technologiesto deliver enhancedinternet - mediated retailservices to shoppersand shop owners.
Form a network of region's industry, development agencies, government and third level education sectors to increase thelevel of research and innovation in internet technologies and models and their diffusion among the region's public andbusiness sectors.
Implement a digital transport exchange, incorporating GPS technology, to link allmodes of transport (haulage, delivery services, buses, trains and governmenttransport services) to assist the development of integrated mobile applications.
Create a digital model of the region (incorporating businesses, public services, retailers, homes, etc) asa framework for stimulating the development of e-business and e-services, including mobile e-business.
Stimulate the development of a competitively priced, multi-vendor and fully integrated, broadband telecommunications infrastructure(fixed, mobile, TV, etc) based upon IP technology.
POSITION
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Border Corridor Digital Border Corridor Digital Economy Network (BCDEN)Economy Network (BCDEN)Border Corridor Digital Border Corridor Digital Economy Network (BCDEN)Economy Network (BCDEN)
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Type of Project:
Crossborder
Programme:
INTERREG IIIA
Measure:
1.2 Knowledge Economy
0.25
0.5
0.75
1
1.25
1. 5
1.75
2
Duration
2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
Million €
1.3
North West Region Cross Border Group
East Border Region
Irish Central Border Area Network
Budget Partners
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Aim & ObjectivesAim & Objectives
Aim
Improve the capacity of the Border Corridor to adapt to, and innovate within, the Information Society
through shared learning, analysis and services
development
Objectives
1. Improve ICT skills development, awareness and accessibility
2. Increase the usage of ICT services by public service users, tourists and shoppers
3. Foster the development of know-how links with other regions in Europe
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BCDEN Services ModelBCDEN Services Modelcitizens patients tourists workersshoppers business
business workershomes vehicles services
electronicmarketplaces
Digital Region
Location BasedServices
5
BroadbandNetwork6
Visitor & Retail Services2 Public Services3
Connecting Communities1
e-businessinnovation network
4
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BCDEN – Project StrandsBCDEN – Project Strands
1. Project Management
2. Implementation in North West
3. Consultation with ICBAN & EBR
4. Transfer to ICBAN & EBR
1. Project Mgt1. Project Mgt
2. North West2. North West 3. ICBAN & EBR3. ICBAN & EBR
4. ICBAN & EBR4. ICBAN & EBR
ImplementConsult
TransferDevelop
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ICBAN Pilot Implementation AreasICBAN Pilot Implementation Areas
Training & Education
Community
Tourism
Retail
Public Services (including Health)
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Activities for which funding Activities for which funding was secured in proposal was secured in proposal Activities for which funding Activities for which funding was secured in proposal was secured in proposal
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Stand 2 – Implementation of Education (e-Community Connect Network) Pilots in NWCBR
Stand 2 – Implementation of Education (e-Community Connect Network) Pilots in NWCBR
Deliverables:One generic crossborder e-Community Connect Network business and operational model designed
Funding for two e-Community Connect Networks secured
Two e-Community Connect Networks operational within the NWCBR
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Strand 3 – Consultation with ICBAN and EBRStrand 3 – Consultation with ICBAN and EBR
DeliverablesOne set of transfer workshops, including materials, prepared and professionally designed and packaged18 transfer workshops conducted across 3 sub-regions within the Border CorridorThree sub-regional Digital Economy Needs Analysis reports producedOne Border Corridor Digital Economy Strategy produced/updated
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Strand 4 – Model for Transfer of Services to ICBAN and EBR
Strand 4 – Model for Transfer of Services to ICBAN and EBR
Deliverables (e-Community Connect Networks)
One e-Community Connect Network business and operational model transferred to ICBAN and EBR
Funding for one e-Community Connect Networks within ICBAN or EBR secured
One e-Community Connect Networks operational within ICBAN or EBR
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ConstraintsConstraints
Budget
Pilots as outlined in proposal for which funding was received
Timescales
Pilot evaluation criteria
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Education Budget – DraftEducation Budget – Draft
Learning & Community € 19,500
LBS € 16,500
Public Services € 105,500
Tourism & Retail € 88,500
Total Budget ICBAN € 230,000
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Pilot Evaluation CriteriaPilot Evaluation Criteria
Extent to which the project improves delivery of services Extent to which the project provides additionality Extent to which the project supports the rollout of LBS Ability to implement within the existing budget Ability to implement within the BCDEN project timescales Extent to which the project is cross border & Crossborder consensus is evident
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Learning Research and Learning Research and Case StudiesCase StudiesLearning Research and Learning Research and Case StudiesCase StudiesEileen Doherty
WesternConnect
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OverviewOverview
What is Community Learning & Development?
Activity carried out in a locality and helps individuals, groups and communities to achieve their goals of:
Personal and Social Development Educational Attainment Community Achievements
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ProfileProfile
ICBAN population of 550,000 – rurally dispersed
No University Campus
Several Higher Education and Outreach Facilities
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Challenges for ICBANChallenges for ICBAN
Rural Demographic
Lack of High Speed Communications
Absence of Logical Centre
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ICBAN CapacityICBAN Capacity
ICBAN Technology Transfer Programme
Companies, groups, clusters, etc. to apply for bursaries –
improve innovative capacity through technology transfer
Applications very welcome from traditional industries
Advancing Innovation & Technology Transfer
Omagh College
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ICBAN CapacityICBAN Capacity
Business ConneXions
3 yr prog. (Nov 2002 – October 2005) funded under the Information Age Initiative.
Managed by the South-West Learning Partnership (Fermanagh, Omagh and East Tyrone Colleges).
Aims to establish an ICT based business support framework assisting SME’s in Care, Beauty,
Hairdressing, Tourism and Hospitality.
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ICBAN CapacityICBAN Capacity
Shell Technology Enterprise Programme (STEP) -
Undergraduate project-based support for small businesses.
Building Bridges for Border Businesses (2004-2006) -
Fermanagh College in co-operation with Cavan IT to create a crossborder framework of support, guidance and training for retail small businesses in Fermanagh and Cavan.
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ICBAN CapacityICBAN Capacity
Fermanagh College – Community Links:
Computing improvers
Keep Fit
Flower Arranging
Introduction to Computers
Oil / Watercolour Painting
Patchwork and Applique
Aromatherapy / Reflexology
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What has Worked in the NW?What has Worked in the NW?
Centre Without Walls (CWW) ProjectLead Partner - NWIFHEProvision of ICT training in the Strabane district (Approx. 2200 project participants)Over 80% of the trainees were aged over 25Over 40% had no formal qualifications prior to commencing CWW trainingHighly successful (received awards such as regional national training award & Irish News connecting adults awards)
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Learning & Community ModelLearning & Community Model
North West Region Cross Border Group
Irish Central Border Area Network
East Border Region
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What is Working in the NW?What is Working in the NW?
Centre Without Walls INTERREG III A ProjectLead Partner – SLDC in conjunction with NWIFHECrossborder – targeting communities in Donegal and StrabaneProvision of IT and personal development training and taster sessionsAccredited trainingCrossborder Networking daysCrossborder conferences
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Outputs from Northwest WorkshopOutputs from Northwest Workshop
Training Needs Analysis (TNA) is key
Mistrust across the sector to discuss and share project ideas – causes overlap
Lack of communication on the success and failure of projects on both sides of border
Community unaware of up-to-date training / upskilling options in the NWCBR
Key decision makers in the NWCBR needed to ensure buy-in and success of pilots in BCDEN
Crossborder trust building and knowledge sharing through a face-to-face meeting as a key starting point
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Suggested Pilot from the NW WorkshopSuggested Pilot from the NW Workshop
Crossborder Community & Learning Portal containing:-
Crossborder Course InformationExisting Courses
Course content material
Course planning
Pilot informationSuccessful
Ongoing
Unsuccessful / ‘ones that fell off the agenda
Funding sources (e.g. PEACE II, INTERREG IIIA)Open and forthcoming calls
Community Notice Board (to help assess training needs)
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ResourcesResources
Irish Central Border area Network
www.icban.com
Fermanagh College
http://www.fermanaghcoll.ac.uk/business/info.asp?id=3
Omagh College
http://www.omagh.ac.uk/
Fermanagh County Council
www.fermanagh.gov.uk
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ResourcesResources
Business ConneXions
http://www.omagh.ac.uk/BusinessConneXions.htm
STEP
http://www.step.org.uk/
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DiscussionDiscussionDiscussionDiscussion
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Education DiscussionEducation Discussion
Purpose of discussion
To discuss the pilots outlined in BCDEN project
To discuss any new pilot areas that participants have in mind
Based on discussions, to formulate next steps and actions needed
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Education DiscussionEducation Discussion
What do you have to do?Each workgroup participant will be asked to:
Provide feedback on pilots outlined in BCDEN proposal, for which funding was receivedProvide feedback on new pilot areas (if appropriate)
What do we bear in mind?Constraints (budget, time, pilot evaluation criteria)
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Next Steps……Next Steps……
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Contact InformationContact InformationContact InformationContact InformationFelice McBrideSystems AnalystERNACTThe DiamondLiffordCo. Donegal
T: 00 353 (0)74 91 41634F: 00 353 (0)74 91 41638E: [email protected]: www.ernact.net