[afnog] FW: [Chapter-delegates] Applications now open - Next Generation Leaders eLearning programme "Shaping the Internet - History and Futures" (English and French)

[Dawit Bekele]

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> Subject: [Chapter-delegates] Applications now open - Next Generation
> Leaders eLearning programme "Shaping the Internet - History and
> Futures" (English and French)
> 
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> Applications now open - Next Generation Leaders eLearning
> programme "Shaping the Internet - History and Futures"
> (English and French)
> ---------------------------------------------------------
> 
> Applications are now open for the Internet Society's Next Generation
> Leaders (NGL) eLearning programme "Shaping the Internet - History and
> Futures".
> 
> <http://www.diplomacy.edu/registration/Register.aspx?IDprogramme=5601a5
> 17-757e-4320-8ae0-b2631a76765e>
> 
> The Internet Society is pleased to call for applications from talented
> individuals seeking to join the new generation of Internet leaders, who
> will address the critical technology, policy, business, and education
> challenges that lie ahead.
> 
> Following the successful launch of the programme last year, in 2011 the
> Internet Society is offering concurrent classes in English and French.
> Both classes will start in the week of 16 May 2011.
> 
> The course, "Shaping the Internet - History and Futures", is delivered
> by the DiploFoundation through their eLearning platform and learning
> methodology and features weekly online discussions of the course
> materials, moderated by a tutor and an expert facilitator.
> 
> The NGL programme is designed to advance the careers of individuals who
> have the potential to become local, regional, and international leaders
> within the Internet technology, policy, and governance communities. The
> curriculum empowers participants to share their particular expertise
> with colleagues while acquiring knowledge in areas outside of their
> specialties.
> 
> Places in the eLearning course are strictly limited, so all
> applications will be subject to a thorough selection process.
> 
>   * The deadline for applications is 8 April 2011. *
> 
> 
> The Programme
> ---------------
> 
> The programme offers 20-25 places in each class for professionals from
> diverse stakeholder backgrounds in the fields of Internet technology,
> governance, and policy. Both courses are open to individuals from
> around the world. The programme will be conducted entirely online.
> 
> The programme includes four thematic parts, which take place over six
> months during 2011 (May to October, with an exam in the first week of
> November):
> 
> - The History of the Internet
> - Technical Background - Internet Standards and Technology
> - Internet Governance and Policy
> - Emerging issues - Studies in Internet Policies, Processes and
> Diplomacy
> 
> 
> Learning activities take place in an online classroom and include
> analysis of course materials, interactive group discussions using a
> variety of communication tools, assignments, and exams. Successful
> participants will receive a certificate of completion of the programme.
> 
> 
> Languages
> -----------
> Course materials and moderated online discussions for each course are
> in English and French, respectively.
> 
> 
> Target Audience
> ----------------
> The project is designed for Internet Society members from academia, the
> public sector, technology industries, and civil society who are
> committed to the ongoing expansion of an open, sustainable Internet.
> 
> Applications from the following categories of individuals from both
> developed and developing countries are encouraged:
> 
> - officials in governmental ministries and departments dealing
>   with ICT-related issues (for example, telecommunications,
>   culture, education, foreign affairs, justice)
> - officials in regulatory authorities or institutions dealing
>   with Information Society, Internet, and ICT-related issues
> - postgraduate students and researchers (for example,
>   telecommunications, electrical engineering, law, economics,
>   development studies, sociology)
> - engineers in the Internet field
> - civil society activists in the Internet field
> - journalists covering Internet-related issues
> - business people in the Internet field (for example, those
>   managing ISPs or involved in software development).
> 
> 
> Timeline
> ---------
> - 14 March:   2011 Call for Applications begins
> - 8 April:    2011 Call for Applications ends
> - 28 April:   Selection Results released
> - 16 May:     Online classes commence
> 
> 
> Requirements
> -------------
> 
> Applicants are required to have:
> 
> - met the age requirement (20-40 years old)
> - a basic awareness of, and interest in, Internet-related issues
> - knowledge and experience of the multi-stakeholder approach in
>   international affairs
> - a professional background and relevant work or academic experience
>   in the Internet field
> - member status in ISOC
> - fluency in English or French
> - good writing skills, ability to summarize information, and focus on
>   details
> - regular access to the Internet (dial-up connection is sufficient)
> - minimum of 8 hours commitment per week during each thematic part of
>   the online course (this is perhaps the single most important
>   requirement and should be evaluated seriously by any potential
> applicant)
> - readiness to participate in online consultations (once a week at
> specified
>   times)
> 
> 
> Deadline for Applications
> --------------------------
> The deadline for applications is 8 April  2011, by midnight UTC/GMT.
> 
> 
> How to Apply
> --------------
> For more information about the full Next Generation Leaders programme,
> including details on how to apply to either eLearning course, please
> visit:
> 
>      http://www.internetsociety.org/leaders
> 
> If you have any questions, please contact
> <leaders at internetsociety.org>.
> 
> The Next Generation Leaders programme is supported by Nominet Trust and
> operates under the patronage of the European Commission for Information
> Society and Media. Delivery of the eLearning programme in French is
> sponsored by AFNIC.
> 
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