July 7, 2015 call featuring Ilona Buchem,
Professor for Digital Media & Diversity
Beuth University of Applied Sciences, Berlin, Germany
http://etherpad.badgealliance.org/HigherEducationWG2015-July7
"Cultural localisation of open badges - insights from the German community”
Cultural localisation is the process of adapting the linguistic and cultural content of a design for a specific local culture. The aim of this talk is to explore cultural localisation of open badges from two perspectives. The first perspective is the cultural localisation of skills with the help of open badges. The second perspective is the cultural localisation of open badges as a system itself. My talk will include insights from a German qualification project for migrant academics, in which badges have been applied to enhance employability, as well as insights from the process of building an open badges community in German-speaking countries. My intention is to develop a framework for cultural localisation of open badges and I would like to discuss some considerations for such a framework.
Open Badges for Individuals and Organisations Ilona Buchem
Presentation at the Online Educa 2015 Conference Berlin, #Oeb2015 by Ilona Buchem (Beuth Hochschule, Germany) and Michal Nowakowski (ITeE PiB, Poland) from the Erasmus+ project OPEN BADGE NETWORK (OBN)
Open Badges – Open Credentials for All SkillsIlona Buchem
Presentation from the Webinar on "Open Badges" at the FUSCIA Group. The FUSCIA group members are involved in e-learning for engineering universities (French Grandes Ecoles), URL:
of universities2016 https://fuscia.info/comite-fuscia/
Presentation by Grainne Hamilton (UK) @grainnehamilton & Ilona Buchem (DE) @mediendidaktik from the Open Educational Ideas Workshop at The Digital Turn Berlin Conference 2015: http://www.hochschulforumdigitalisierung.de/themenwoche
Beuth Badges: Digitale Lernabzeichen an der Beuth Hochschule Ilona Buchem
Presentation about Beuth Badges - an R&D project at Beuth University of Applied Sciences in Berlin led by Prof. Dr. Ilona Buchem – professor for digital media. The idea of Beuth Badges is inspired by one of the Mozilla DML Competition winners - Moodle as Issuer, Mahara as Displayer. Based on the idea of integrating Moodle, Mahara and Open Badges with Moodle as issuer and Mahara as displayer, our project aims at exploring new ways of integrating digital badges into higher education and beyond. The team in the Beuth Badges project develops didactic, design and technology concepts and prototypes which are applied in a number of educational scenarios including:
*Higher education courses (on-campus)
*Higher education courses (online)
*Qualification programs, e.g. Credit Points
*International student collaborations, e.g. Connected Learning
*Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)
Open Badges for Recognition of Learning and Online ReputationIlona Buchem
Open Badges for Recognition of Learning and Online Reputation - opening presentation delivered at eMadrid 2015 seminar dedicated to Open Badges, January 27th 2015, Universidad Carlos III de Madrid UC3M. Link: http://t.co/gu0oywz9hh
OPEN BADGES – THE MISSING LINK IN OPEN EDUCATIONIlona Buchem
A KEYNOTE ON OPEN BADGES PRESENTED AT THE UNIVERSITY OF LONDON, CENTER FOR DISTANCE EDUCATION, RESEARCH AND INNOVATION IN DISTANCE EDUCATION AND E-LEARNING – The 2016 research conference, 11 MARCH 2016 https://cdelondon.wordpress.com/
July 7, 2015 call featuring Ilona Buchem,
Professor for Digital Media & Diversity
Beuth University of Applied Sciences, Berlin, Germany
http://etherpad.badgealliance.org/HigherEducationWG2015-July7
"Cultural localisation of open badges - insights from the German community”
Cultural localisation is the process of adapting the linguistic and cultural content of a design for a specific local culture. The aim of this talk is to explore cultural localisation of open badges from two perspectives. The first perspective is the cultural localisation of skills with the help of open badges. The second perspective is the cultural localisation of open badges as a system itself. My talk will include insights from a German qualification project for migrant academics, in which badges have been applied to enhance employability, as well as insights from the process of building an open badges community in German-speaking countries. My intention is to develop a framework for cultural localisation of open badges and I would like to discuss some considerations for such a framework.
Open Badges for Individuals and Organisations Ilona Buchem
Presentation at the Online Educa 2015 Conference Berlin, #Oeb2015 by Ilona Buchem (Beuth Hochschule, Germany) and Michal Nowakowski (ITeE PiB, Poland) from the Erasmus+ project OPEN BADGE NETWORK (OBN)
Open Badges – Open Credentials for All SkillsIlona Buchem
Presentation from the Webinar on "Open Badges" at the FUSCIA Group. The FUSCIA group members are involved in e-learning for engineering universities (French Grandes Ecoles), URL:
of universities2016 https://fuscia.info/comite-fuscia/
Presentation by Grainne Hamilton (UK) @grainnehamilton & Ilona Buchem (DE) @mediendidaktik from the Open Educational Ideas Workshop at The Digital Turn Berlin Conference 2015: http://www.hochschulforumdigitalisierung.de/themenwoche
Beuth Badges: Digitale Lernabzeichen an der Beuth Hochschule Ilona Buchem
Presentation about Beuth Badges - an R&D project at Beuth University of Applied Sciences in Berlin led by Prof. Dr. Ilona Buchem – professor for digital media. The idea of Beuth Badges is inspired by one of the Mozilla DML Competition winners - Moodle as Issuer, Mahara as Displayer. Based on the idea of integrating Moodle, Mahara and Open Badges with Moodle as issuer and Mahara as displayer, our project aims at exploring new ways of integrating digital badges into higher education and beyond. The team in the Beuth Badges project develops didactic, design and technology concepts and prototypes which are applied in a number of educational scenarios including:
*Higher education courses (on-campus)
*Higher education courses (online)
*Qualification programs, e.g. Credit Points
*International student collaborations, e.g. Connected Learning
*Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)
Open Badges for Recognition of Learning and Online ReputationIlona Buchem
Open Badges for Recognition of Learning and Online Reputation - opening presentation delivered at eMadrid 2015 seminar dedicated to Open Badges, January 27th 2015, Universidad Carlos III de Madrid UC3M. Link: http://t.co/gu0oywz9hh
OPEN BADGES – THE MISSING LINK IN OPEN EDUCATIONIlona Buchem
A KEYNOTE ON OPEN BADGES PRESENTED AT THE UNIVERSITY OF LONDON, CENTER FOR DISTANCE EDUCATION, RESEARCH AND INNOVATION IN DISTANCE EDUCATION AND E-LEARNING – The 2016 research conference, 11 MARCH 2016 https://cdelondon.wordpress.com/
Skills without borders: Open Badges Summit 2017, London 2017Ilona Buchem
Presentation titled "Skills without borders" presented at the Open Badges Summit 2017, London 2017 organised by IMS Global Learning Consortium and DigitalMe.
Open Badges / Open Credentials for recognising, documenting and communicating skills across platforms and contexts - presentation from Open Badges at Internet Week Denmark https://internetweekdenmark.com/
Slides for a webinar delivered on invitation from the NordPlus project in October 2016. The presentation focused on findings from the Open Badge Network's discussion paper - Quality Management and Open Badges (O7A1). (The Open Badge Network is a pan-European, Erasmus+ funded project). It also featured a prototype for a Quality Canvas developed by Digitalme, to help organisations consider strategic reasons for engaging with Open Badges before launching an Open Badge initiative.
Distributed Assessment with Open BadgesIlona Buchem
Presentation on distributed assessment with Open Badges given at the session "Disruption and Open Badges" at Online Educa Berlin 2016: http://www.online-educa.com/
Social Media Skills for Professional Online Reputation of Migrant job-Seekers Ilona Buchem
Presentation at the European Conference on Social Media 2017, Vilnius, Lithuania, http://www.academic-conferences.org/conferences/ecsm - BeuthBonus Pilot at Beuth University of Applied Sciences as part of the Erasmus+ Open Badge Network Project http://openbadgenetwork.com/
Open Badges for Distributed Assessment Ilona Buchem
Presentation delivered at the EC-TEL 2016 workshop on formative assessment as part of research and dissemination activities in the and Open Badge Network Erasmus+ project: http://www.openbadgenetwork.com/
Wearables and Learning - SIG WELL, EC-TEL 2016Ilona Buchem
Wearables and Learning - Prototypes and Experiences with Wearable Enhanced Learning (WELL). Opening Presentation at the 4th Workshop of SIG WELL at EC-TEL 2016 in Lyon, France.
The Future of Learning Technology in UK Higher Education
At Microsoft it’s essential that we understand how we can support
innovative individuals, businesses and organisations to shape the future – and there is no more important area for innovation than Higher Education.
Introduction
Learning delivery in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) is
being reshaped before our eyes, thanks in part to advances
in technology and the new pedagogical theories facilitated by
that technology.
In order to understand more about the ever-evolving
relationship between technology and learning, we spent time
speaking with six of the UK’s leading learning technologists
working within HEIs.
In a series of interviews exploring current practice, changing
needs and key trends, we were able to establish how digital
devices are being used in universities and how cutting-edge
technology can continue to compliment a sector experiencing
fresh emphasis on collaboration, creation and innovation.
Presentation on Mobile Learning and Open Badges from the Mobile Learning Day X(tended) at Fernuni Hagen (Germany), 06-11-2014 including such examples as the projects Credit Points, fMOOC and mobile communities busuu and foodzy.
Presentation on digital literacy and open badges/ 17 November 2014 / Wikimedia Deutschland e.V. / URL: https://digikompz.wikimedia.de/wiki/Digitales_Lernen
Skills without borders: Open Badges Summit 2017, London 2017Ilona Buchem
Presentation titled "Skills without borders" presented at the Open Badges Summit 2017, London 2017 organised by IMS Global Learning Consortium and DigitalMe.
Open Badges / Open Credentials for recognising, documenting and communicating skills across platforms and contexts - presentation from Open Badges at Internet Week Denmark https://internetweekdenmark.com/
Slides for a webinar delivered on invitation from the NordPlus project in October 2016. The presentation focused on findings from the Open Badge Network's discussion paper - Quality Management and Open Badges (O7A1). (The Open Badge Network is a pan-European, Erasmus+ funded project). It also featured a prototype for a Quality Canvas developed by Digitalme, to help organisations consider strategic reasons for engaging with Open Badges before launching an Open Badge initiative.
Distributed Assessment with Open BadgesIlona Buchem
Presentation on distributed assessment with Open Badges given at the session "Disruption and Open Badges" at Online Educa Berlin 2016: http://www.online-educa.com/
Social Media Skills for Professional Online Reputation of Migrant job-Seekers Ilona Buchem
Presentation at the European Conference on Social Media 2017, Vilnius, Lithuania, http://www.academic-conferences.org/conferences/ecsm - BeuthBonus Pilot at Beuth University of Applied Sciences as part of the Erasmus+ Open Badge Network Project http://openbadgenetwork.com/
Open Badges for Distributed Assessment Ilona Buchem
Presentation delivered at the EC-TEL 2016 workshop on formative assessment as part of research and dissemination activities in the and Open Badge Network Erasmus+ project: http://www.openbadgenetwork.com/
Wearables and Learning - SIG WELL, EC-TEL 2016Ilona Buchem
Wearables and Learning - Prototypes and Experiences with Wearable Enhanced Learning (WELL). Opening Presentation at the 4th Workshop of SIG WELL at EC-TEL 2016 in Lyon, France.
The Future of Learning Technology in UK Higher Education
At Microsoft it’s essential that we understand how we can support
innovative individuals, businesses and organisations to shape the future – and there is no more important area for innovation than Higher Education.
Introduction
Learning delivery in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) is
being reshaped before our eyes, thanks in part to advances
in technology and the new pedagogical theories facilitated by
that technology.
In order to understand more about the ever-evolving
relationship between technology and learning, we spent time
speaking with six of the UK’s leading learning technologists
working within HEIs.
In a series of interviews exploring current practice, changing
needs and key trends, we were able to establish how digital
devices are being used in universities and how cutting-edge
technology can continue to compliment a sector experiencing
fresh emphasis on collaboration, creation and innovation.
Presentation on Mobile Learning and Open Badges from the Mobile Learning Day X(tended) at Fernuni Hagen (Germany), 06-11-2014 including such examples as the projects Credit Points, fMOOC and mobile communities busuu and foodzy.
Presentation on digital literacy and open badges/ 17 November 2014 / Wikimedia Deutschland e.V. / URL: https://digikompz.wikimedia.de/wiki/Digitales_Lernen
Fitness MOOC - Research Day 2016 Beuth HochschuleIlona Buchem
Vorstellung zum Projekt fMOOC = Fitness MOOC (Interaktion von Senioren mit tragbaren Fitnesstrackern in intergrierter MOOC Plattform, BMBF) beim Research Day der Beuth Hochschule für Technik Berlin
Poster zum Projekt "Digitale Zukunft" an der Beuth Hochschule für Technik Berlin für die HRK NEXUS Fachtagung "Digitale Lehrformen für ein studierendenzentriertes und kompetenzorientiertes Studium" am 16. und 17. Juni 2016, Henry-Ford-Bau der Freien Universität Berlin
CanCred Factory: A Badging Platform for CanadaDon Presant
Describes the features and benefits of Open Badge Factory and its companion platform, the Badge Passport. This innovative solution from Finland is coming to Canadian servers in early 2015.
Iain Mac Labhrainn, Director of the Centre for Excellence in Learning & Teaching at the NUI Galway, talks about digital skills and what is the role of Open Badges in that area. He presents their big national project and the badge applications include: recognising student volunteering; academic staff development; study skills and employability.
Ilona Buchem, Professor for Media & Communication Beuth University of Applied Sciences Berlin, Germany Project coordinator “Open Badge Network” / Europe Erasmus+
a brief field guide to the ecology of tools, services and activities that could contribute to Personal Learning Environments. Talk by Mike Malloch to the Workplace PLEs seminar, London Knowledge Lab, Nov 1 2006
A talk on "Deployment Strategies For Web 2.0" given by Brian Kelly, UKOLN at the University of Nottingham on 12 March 2007.
See http://www.ukoln.ac.uk/web-focus/events/seminars/nottingham-2007-03/
Presentation given by Marieke Guy at Online International Conference as part of the
Online Information Seminars/Information Masterclasses, December 1st 2009, London.
In this presentation I provide a gentle introduction to successful open web protocols such as OpenID, OAuth, Atompub and OpenSocial in terms of what they provide as well as how they can be useful to developers. Presented at the inaugural MSCOSCON 2009 in Malaysia.
Note: This presentation draws from a lot of existing content online and I have attempted to ensure that the sources have copyright that allowed reuse as well as all sources have been duly attributed. If there is any attribution missing or misuse of content please do contact me and I will rectify it.
Introduction to (web) APIs - definitions, examples, concepts and trendsOlaf Janssen
This story is about the added value of APIs (application programming interfaces) for modern businesses, developers and software consumers. It deals with API-fundamentals and shows how APIs are the cornerstones of modern business development (BizDev2.0). By looking at casestudies from Google Maps, Twitter, Amazon, eBay, Moo, Flickr, Netflix and other web2.0-companies, it becomes clear how APIs add value for all parties on the modern web.
This presentation was given by Olaf Janssen - Open Data coordinator for the National Library of the Netherlands (KB) - as a lecture for students of the master's course "Digital Access to Cultural Heritage" at Leiden University on 13-3-2014
Web 2.0: How Should IT Services and the Library Respond?lisbk
Slides used by Brian Kelly, UKOLN at a meeting on "Web 2.0: How Should IT Services and the Library Respond?" held at the University of Nottingham, on 16 November 2006.
Personal learning networks presentation for the USG rock Eagle IT conference includes an overview of a game to learn ruby, badges for IT professionals, social media, MOOCs and more (Author/presenter: georgiawebgurl / robin fay, 2013)
The Art Of Documentation for Open Source ProjectsBen Hall
Delivered at Kubecon US 2018 by Ben Hall. Watch the recording at https://www.youtube.com/embed/Yjxupg-NKnA
In this talk, Ben uses his expertise of building an Interactive Learning Platform to highlight The Art of Documentation. The aim of the talk is to help open source contributors understand how small changes to their documentation approach can have an enormous impact on how users get started.
This is the Web2Learn handbook as resulting from the European project Web2Learn. The handbook contains descriptions of 34 good practice web 2.0 apps.
The project has been funded with support from the European Commission. The document reflects the view only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
Erasmus+ Strategic Partnership for Open Virtual Mobility in Higher EducationIlona Buchem
Erasmus+ Strategic Partnership for Open Virtual Mobility in Higher Education. Presentation by Prof. Dr. Ilona Buchem from Beuth University of Applied Sciences Berlin during Webinar EADTU & Open VM on Friday 19 June 2020
Personal Learning Environments and the Personalisation of LearningIlona Buchem
Personal Learning Environments and the Personalisation of Learning - Presentation at the IRIE (GTED) PLI-TELE research group at Universitat de les Illes Balears (UIB), on 15.05.2019 in Palma de Mallorca, Spain
In spite of the social and cultural benefits of mobility for Higher Education, awareness and exploitation of mobility instruments are still not as extensive as anticipated. The aim of this Learning Café led by Ilona Buchem of Beuth University is to collaborate and formulate recommendations for the design of a collaborative Learning Hub for Open Virtual Mobility. Join us for take-aways and insights into subjects including: Virtual Mobility and Open Virtual Mobility; the design of a collaborative Learning Hub and the creation of OERs, MOOCs, Open Credentials and E-Assessments. You will have the chance to contribute to the design with your own recommendations and to network with participants interested in Virtual Mobility and Open Education. Visit : http://www.openvirtualmobility.eu/
Open Badges for Open Education presentation for SwissCore – Swiss Contact Office for Research and Higher Education – by Prof. Dr. Ilona Buchem, Professor for Communication and Media, Beuth University of Applied Sciences Berlin, Germany
Open Badges and ESCO Alignment - Presentation from the ESCO: Connecting people and jobs conference, Brussels, 9 October 2017: http://www.esco-conference2017.eu/
Open Badges in Open Virtual Mobility Projekt, DeLFI2018 Ilona Buchem
Entwurfsmuster für digitale Kompetenznachweise auf Basis von Open Badges - ein Vortrag auf der Die 16. E-Learning-Fachtagung Informatik 2018 (DeLFI) | 8. Fachtagung zur Hochschuldidaktik der Informatik 2018 (HDI) https://www.delfi2018.de | Workshop Digitale Kompetenz-/Qualifikationsnachweise https://projekt.beuth-hochschule.de/delfi-wsdq
Designing the Virtual Mobility Learning Hub for Higher Education in EuropeIlona Buchem
OpenVM Workshop "Designing the Virtual Mobility Learning Hub for Higher Education in Europe" at EDEN 2018 annual conference in Genoa, Italy, 19 June 2018. Open Virtual Mobility is an Erasmus+ strategic partnership (2017-2020), https://www.openvirtualmobility.eu/about/444-project-summary/
Digitale Bildungsnachweise auf der Basis des offenen Standards Open Badges: Konzepte, Beispiele und Einsatzmöglichkeiten. AD-HOC-AG „ANERKENNUNG UND ANRECHNUNG DIGITALER LEHRFORMATE“, Hochschulforum Digitalisierung (HFD), 25.09.2017, CC BY-SA
Presentation delivered at the European Conference for Technology Enhanced Learning - EC-TEL 2016, workshop on Wearable Enhanced Learning, SIG WELL 2016, in Lyon, France, #ectel2016
Das Projekt "Digitale Zukunft" – Ziele und Maßnahmen (Hochschulforum Digitali...Ilona Buchem
Presentation from the workshop "Digitalisation strategies at universities of applied sciences" on 7 July 2016 in Hamburg, organised by Hochschulforum Digitalisierung, working group "Change Management and Organisational Development": https://hochschulforumdigitalisierung.de/de/termine/digitalisierung-der-lehre-strategieoptionen-f%C3%BCr-hochschulen
Instructions for Submissions thorugh G- Classroom.pptxJheel Barad
This presentation provides a briefing on how to upload submissions and documents in Google Classroom. It was prepared as part of an orientation for new Sainik School in-service teacher trainees. As a training officer, my goal is to ensure that you are comfortable and proficient with this essential tool for managing assignments and fostering student engagement.
Read| The latest issue of The Challenger is here! We are thrilled to announce that our school paper has qualified for the NATIONAL SCHOOLS PRESS CONFERENCE (NSPC) 2024. Thank you for your unwavering support and trust. Dive into the stories that made us stand out!
Francesca Gottschalk - How can education support child empowerment.pptxEduSkills OECD
Francesca Gottschalk from the OECD’s Centre for Educational Research and Innovation presents at the Ask an Expert Webinar: How can education support child empowerment?
Embracing GenAI - A Strategic ImperativePeter Windle
Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies such as Generative AI, Image Generators and Large Language Models have had a dramatic impact on teaching, learning and assessment over the past 18 months. The most immediate threat AI posed was to Academic Integrity with Higher Education Institutes (HEIs) focusing their efforts on combating the use of GenAI in assessment. Guidelines were developed for staff and students, policies put in place too. Innovative educators have forged paths in the use of Generative AI for teaching, learning and assessments leading to pockets of transformation springing up across HEIs, often with little or no top-down guidance, support or direction.
This Gasta posits a strategic approach to integrating AI into HEIs to prepare staff, students and the curriculum for an evolving world and workplace. We will highlight the advantages of working with these technologies beyond the realm of teaching, learning and assessment by considering prompt engineering skills, industry impact, curriculum changes, and the need for staff upskilling. In contrast, not engaging strategically with Generative AI poses risks, including falling behind peers, missed opportunities and failing to ensure our graduates remain employable. The rapid evolution of AI technologies necessitates a proactive and strategic approach if we are to remain relevant.
June 3, 2024 Anti-Semitism Letter Sent to MIT President Kornbluth and MIT Cor...Levi Shapiro
Letter from the Congress of the United States regarding Anti-Semitism sent June 3rd to MIT President Sally Kornbluth, MIT Corp Chair, Mark Gorenberg
Dear Dr. Kornbluth and Mr. Gorenberg,
The US House of Representatives is deeply concerned by ongoing and pervasive acts of antisemitic
harassment and intimidation at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Failing to act decisively to ensure a safe learning environment for all students would be a grave dereliction of your responsibilities as President of MIT and Chair of the MIT Corporation.
This Congress will not stand idly by and allow an environment hostile to Jewish students to persist. The House believes that your institution is in violation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, and the inability or
unwillingness to rectify this violation through action requires accountability.
Postsecondary education is a unique opportunity for students to learn and have their ideas and beliefs challenged. However, universities receiving hundreds of millions of federal funds annually have denied
students that opportunity and have been hijacked to become venues for the promotion of terrorism, antisemitic harassment and intimidation, unlawful encampments, and in some cases, assaults and riots.
The House of Representatives will not countenance the use of federal funds to indoctrinate students into hateful, antisemitic, anti-American supporters of terrorism. Investigations into campus antisemitism by the Committee on Education and the Workforce and the Committee on Ways and Means have been expanded into a Congress-wide probe across all relevant jurisdictions to address this national crisis. The undersigned Committees will conduct oversight into the use of federal funds at MIT and its learning environment under authorities granted to each Committee.
• The Committee on Education and the Workforce has been investigating your institution since December 7, 2023. The Committee has broad jurisdiction over postsecondary education, including its compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, campus safety concerns over disruptions to the learning environment, and the awarding of federal student aid under the Higher Education Act.
• The Committee on Oversight and Accountability is investigating the sources of funding and other support flowing to groups espousing pro-Hamas propaganda and engaged in antisemitic harassment and intimidation of students. The Committee on Oversight and Accountability is the principal oversight committee of the US House of Representatives and has broad authority to investigate “any matter” at “any time” under House Rule X.
• The Committee on Ways and Means has been investigating several universities since November 15, 2023, when the Committee held a hearing entitled From Ivory Towers to Dark Corners: Investigating the Nexus Between Antisemitism, Tax-Exempt Universities, and Terror Financing. The Committee followed the hearing with letters to those institutions on January 10, 202
Synthetic Fiber Construction in lab .pptxPavel ( NSTU)
Synthetic fiber production is a fascinating and complex field that blends chemistry, engineering, and environmental science. By understanding these aspects, students can gain a comprehensive view of synthetic fiber production, its impact on society and the environment, and the potential for future innovations. Synthetic fibers play a crucial role in modern society, impacting various aspects of daily life, industry, and the environment. ynthetic fibers are integral to modern life, offering a range of benefits from cost-effectiveness and versatility to innovative applications and performance characteristics. While they pose environmental challenges, ongoing research and development aim to create more sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives. Understanding the importance of synthetic fibers helps in appreciating their role in the economy, industry, and daily life, while also emphasizing the need for sustainable practices and innovation.
Welcome to TechSoup New Member Orientation and Q&A (May 2024).pdfTechSoup
In this webinar you will learn how your organization can access TechSoup's wide variety of product discount and donation programs. From hardware to software, we'll give you a tour of the tools available to help your nonprofit with productivity, collaboration, financial management, donor tracking, security, and more.
The Roman Empire A Historical Colossus.pdfkaushalkr1407
The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
The Roman Empire’s society was hierarchical, with a rigid class system. At the top were the patricians, wealthy elites who held significant political power. Below them were the plebeians, free citizens with limited political influence, and the vast numbers of slaves who formed the backbone of the economy. The family unit was central, governed by the paterfamilias, the male head who held absolute authority.
Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
Introduction to AI for Nonprofits with Tapp NetworkTechSoup
Dive into the world of AI! Experts Jon Hill and Tareq Monaur will guide you through AI's role in enhancing nonprofit websites and basic marketing strategies, making it easy to understand and apply.
Operation “Blue Star” is the only event in the history of Independent India where the state went into war with its own people. Even after about 40 years it is not clear if it was culmination of states anger over people of the region, a political game of power or start of dictatorial chapter in the democratic setup.
The people of Punjab felt alienated from main stream due to denial of their just demands during a long democratic struggle since independence. As it happen all over the word, it led to militant struggle with great loss of lives of military, police and civilian personnel. Killing of Indira Gandhi and massacre of innocent Sikhs in Delhi and other India cities was also associated with this movement.
Overview on Edible Vaccine: Pros & Cons with Mechanism
Open Badges for Soft Digital Skills
1. Ilona Buchem, Professor for Media & Communication
Beuth University of Applied Sciences Berlin, Germany
Project coordinator “Open Badge Network” / Erasmus+
EDEN Research Workshop 2016 / eLENE 4 WORK + Open Badge Network / 05-10-2016 / CC BY-SA 3.0
Open Badges for Digital
Soft Skills for Employability
Open Badge Network
2. What is
Open Badge Network?
EDEN Research Workshop 2016 / eLENE 4 WORK + Open Badge Network / 05-10-2016 / CC BY-SA 3.0
http://www.openbadgenetwork.com/
4. Intellectual Outputs Key activities
O1 Open Badge Europe Framework and Leadership Charter & Partners
O2 European Open Badge Infrastructure Use cases & repository
O3 Open Badges for Individuals and Organisations Discussion Paper & Guidelines
O4 Open Badges in Territories Inventory & Guidelines
O5 Establishing Open Badges at Policy Levels Discussion Paper
O6 European Open Badge Network Open Badges MOOC
O7 Research, Evaluation and Project Quality Assurance Badges and Quality
EDEN Research Workshop 2016 / eLENE 4 WORK + Open Badge Network / 05-10-2016 / CC BY-SA 3.0
http://www.openbadgenetwork.com/
OBN Outputs & Activities
5. What are Open
Badges?
EDEN Research Workshop 2016 / eLENE 4 WORK + Open Badge Network / 05-10-2016 / CC BY-SA 3.0
http://www.openbadgenetwork.com/
6. A web standard which
captures & communicates
skills and attributes
EDEN Research Workshop 2016 / eLENE 4 WORK + Open Badge Network / 05-10-2016 / CC BY-SA 3.0
http://www.openbadgenetwork.com/
7. EDEN Research Workshop 2016 / eLENE 4 WORK + Open Badge Network / 05-10-2016 / CC BY-SA 3.0
http://www.openbadgenetwork.com/
Open Badges & OE
8. How do
Open Badges
work?
OE Global 2016 / Open Badge Network, Erasmus+ / 14-04-2016 / CC BY-SA 3.0
http://www.openbadgenetwork.com/
9. EDEN Research Workshop 2016 / eLENE 4 WORK + Open Badge Network / 05-10-2016 / CC BY-SA 3.0
“90% of the badge system is not visual”
Klein, J. (2013)
Open Badges Metadata
http://www.openbadgenetwork.com/
10. Open Badges Infrastructure
EDEN Research Workshop 2016 / eLENE 4 WORK + Open Badge Network / 05-10-2016 / CC BY-SA 3.0
http://www.openbadgenetwork.com/
11. How are Open
Badges used for
Digital Skills?
http://www.openbadgenetwork.com/
EDEN Research Workshop 2016 / eLENE 4 WORK + Open Badge Network / 05-10-2016 / CC BY-SA 3.0
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12. Information processing
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• Basic user, I can look for information online using a search engine. I know not
all online information is reliable. I can save or store files or content (e.g. text,
pictures, music, videos, web pages) and retrieve them once saved or stored.
Apply here: https://openbadgefactory.com/c/earnablebadge/
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• Independent user, I can use different search engines to find information. I use
some filters when searching (e.g. searching only images, videos, maps). I
compare different sources to assess the reliability of the information I find. I
classify the information in a methodical way using files and folders to locate
these easier. I do backups of information or files I have stored. Apply here:
https://openbadgefactory.com/c/earnablebadge/O4YGG2aEXZa1S/apply
• Proficient user, I can use advanced search strategies (e.g. using search
operators) to find reliable information on the internet. I can use web feeds (like
RSS) to be updated with content I am interested in. I can assess the validity
and credibility of information using a range of criteria. I am aware of new
advances in information search, storage and retrieval. Ι can save
information found on the internet in different formats. I can use cloud
information storage services. Apply here: https://openbadgefactory.com/c/
earnablebadge/O4YGOZaEXZa1T/apply
13. Content creation
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• Basic user, I can produce simple digital content (e.g. text, tables, images, audio
files) in at least one format using digital tools. I can make basic editing to content
produced by others. I know that content can be covered by copyright. I can
apply and modify simple functions and settings of software and applications that I
use (e.g. change default settings). Apply here: https://openbadgefactory.com/c/
earnablebadge/O5BDJSa3U5a1L/apply
• Independent user, I can produce complex digital content in different formats (e.g.
text, tables, images, audio files). I can use tools/editors for creating web page or
blog using templates (e.g. WordPress). I can apply basic formatting (e.g. insert
footnotes, charts, tables) to the content I or others have produced. I know how to
reference and reuse content covered by copyright. I know the basics of one
programming language. Apply here: https://openbadgefactory.com/c/
earnablebadge/O5BDNRa3U5a1M/apply
• Proficient user, I can produce or modify complex, multimedia content in different
formats, using a variety of digital platforms, tools and environments. I can create a
website using a programming language. I can use advanced formatting functions
of different tools (e.g. mail merge, merging documents of different formats, using
advanced formulas, macros). I know how to apply licences and copyrights. I can
use several programming languages. I know how to design, create and modify
databases with a computer tool. Apply here: https://openbadgefactory.com/c/
earnablebadge/O5BDPTa3U5a1N/apply
14. Communication
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• Basic user, I can communicate with others using mobile phone, Voice over IP (e.g.
Skype) e-mail or chat – using basic features (e.g. voice messaging, SMS, send and
receive e-mails, text exchange). I can share files and content using simple tools. I
know I can use digital technologies to interact with services (as governments, banks,
hospitals). I am aware of social networking sites and online collaboration tools. I am
aware that when using digital tools, certain communication rules apply (e.g. when
commenting, sharing personal information). Apply here: https://
openbadgefactory.com/c/earnablebadge/O5BD5Fa3U5a1I/apply
• Independent user, I can use advanced features of several communication tools (e.g.
using Voice over IP and sharing files). I can use collaboration tools and contribute to
e.g. shared documents/files someone else has created. I can use some features of
online services (e.g. public services, e-banking, online shopping). I pass on or share
knowledge with others online (e.g. through social networking tools or in online
communities). I am aware of and use the rules of online communication
(“netiquette”). Apply here: https://openbadgefactory.com/c/earnablebadge/
O5BDD6a3U5a1J/apply
• Proficient user, I actively use a wide range of communication tools (e-mail, chat, SMS,
instant messaging, blogs, micro-blogs, social networks) for online communication. I
can create and manage content with collaboration tools (e.g. electronic calendars,
project management systems, online proofing, online spreadsheets). I actively
participate in online spaces and use several online services (e.g. public services, e-
banking, online shopping). I can use advanced features of communication tools (e.g.
video conferencing, data sharing, application sharing). Apply here: https://
openbadgefactory.com/c/earnablebadge/O5BDI0a3U5a1K/apply