Following what has been happening with regards to the National URL
Filtering RFP and the debates around it, I find it necessary that the
research and technical communities in Pakistan are aware of the
broader implications of Internet Governance. The following ISOC
E-Learning Program helps you understand these implications. I
encourage everyone from the ISP and Telecom to Research community
members to participate in these e-learning programs and deliberate in
the broader Internet dialogue by being well-informed:
Forwarded by Fouad Bajwa
Originally From: Vyria Paselk <paselk@isoc.org>
Date: 2012/3/23
Applications Now Open: 2012 eLearning: Shaping the Internet – History
and Futures
Applications are now open for the Internet Society's Next Generation
Leaders (NGL) eLearning programme "Shaping the Internet – History and
Futures."
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 success of last year's programme, in 2012 the Internet
Society is offering two classes in English, one in French, and one in
Spanish. All classes will start the week of 21 May 2012.
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 10 April 2012.
**The Programme**
The programme offers 25 places in each class for professionals from
diverse stakeholder backgrounds in the fields of Internet technology,
governance, and policy. All 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 2012 (May to October, with an exam at the conclusion of
the course):
§ 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, French, and Spanish 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**
§ 22 March: 2012 Call for Applications begins
§ 10 April: 2012 Call for Applications ends
§ 10, 11 May: Selection Results released
§ 21 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 staus in ISOC
http://www.internetsociety.org/get-involved/join-community
§ fluency in English
§ 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 10 April 2012, by midnight UTC/GMT.
**How to Apply**
For more information about the full Next Generation Leaders programme,
including details on how to apply to all eLearning courses, please
visit: English:
http://www.internetsociety.org/what-we-do/leadership-programmes/next-generation-leaders-ngl-programme/elearning
If you have any questions, please contact <leaders@internetsociety.org>.
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