Computer and mobile device interfaces are continually being refined and developed and English remains the predominant language used in digital interactions. This means that the majority of Georgians do not currently have access to useful online tools because of the language barrier. To overcome this gap and increase access to its citizens, public-private partnership formed to assists the integration of the Georgian language into different software solutions of Microsoft products that support individual interactions, work performance, and digital information gathering.
This is a nationwide, volunteer effort bringing PH International program’s English language teacher cohort, their students as well their peers and friends who are able to access the special web platform www. gaakartule.ge and translate as much as Georgian sentences into English, get incentives and engage as much as citizens as possible.
Microsoft programs (such as MS office, skype, etc), as well as third party web and mobile applications will accessible in the Georgian language.
Project is implemented in partnership between Microsoft, GeoLab, PH international and Livingstone and is supported by TBC Bank as part of their #writeingeorgian initiative.
“Tech4Good” is a Microsoft’s initiative to empower different organizations worldwide to better serve their communities. In 2017, PH International was selected in Georgia to implement the project “Georgian NGOs to Better Serve their Communities”. The goal of the project is to introduce the world-class solutions and technology programs, that would be offered to Georgian NGOs to support their efforts in better serving their communities. Due to its extensive NGO network nationwide, PH International is mobilizing and engaging different local NGOs and media representatives in the activities of the project – providing them with the information and guidance on how they can get registered in order to obtain the Microsoft product donations and discounts; special emphasis is given to Microsoft’s cloud technologies, such as Office 365 & Azure.
Intel Corporation ITeach for the Future Program - Kazakhstan | 2009 - 2013
Progress to date:
15 tutors have been trained in June 2009, with five program sites in Astana, Pavlodar, Karaganda and Almaty
In July 2009, three KZ experts reviewed and adapted the Essentials course (version 10) to meet KZ educational standards
In August, the adapted version of Essentials was prepared for print. 600 copies have been printed and distributed among partner sites, with CDs
Partners started training the teachers in September 2009. Up to date, Karaganda partners conducted one training for 19 teachers; Almaty partners conducted two trainings for 39 teachers. Astana partners conducted one training for 28 teachers.86 teachers have been trained up to date, while we expect to train 500 by the end of December. Pavlodar site will start trainings in November.
Information on trainings and partner projects can be found at wiki.iteach.ru
In November 2-day master training on the Essentials course was conducted by a trainer from Russia.
In December, PH and JA coordinators plan to participate in Intel’s conference in Moscow.
2010 plans:
Will continue support for Essentials course to five program sites in Astana, Pavlodar, Karaganda and Almaty. Expected coverage: 500 teachers plus a number of teachers trained at schools vs. Teacher Training Institutes (school-based model).
Will introduce the Getting Started course in eight program sites across Kazakhstan (five existing partners and three new ones). The course will be localized in Russian and Kazakh. Expected coverage 1600 teachers.
Conduct training for eight partners in Getting Started course content and delivery in March 2010.
Will introduce CD-based Elements. Expected coverage 600 teachers.
Will introduce Essentials and Getting Started courses in pilot Pedagogical Institutes.
Azerbaijan Connections and Exchange Program | 2001 - 2009
The Azerbaijan Connections and Exchange (ACE) program provided resources, internet access and training for schools across Azerbaijan and provided extensive training for educator so that these resources were used to enhance civic education and cross-border dialogue through online collaboration. Participants in the program carried out joint educational projects using an innovative cross-cultural curriculum focused on civic engagement and mutual understanding. Working closely with partner schools in the United States, ACE provided education al leadership and technical support to ensure that the use of the internet is integrated into the academic program of participating schools. As part of the program, students spent months discussing and planning the creation of digital stories using PH’s web forums.> More
Armenia School Connectivity Programs | 2000 - 2007
From 2000-2007, PH International implemented three interrelated school connectivity programs in Armenia, all funded by the U.S. State Department, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA). The first program, Armenia Connectivity – 2000 (AC2K), laid the groundwork for expanded internet access through an assessment of the country’s ICT needs in the educational system followed by launching of phase 1 of a school connectivity master plan. Within the framework of this program, PH International brought together many organizations and private donors already engaged or motivated to invest in ICT projects for Armenia and built a demonstration network of 24 Internet-connected secondary schools from the capital city of Yerevan and few closely neighboring regions. This demonstration project let to two subsequent grants in support of the Armenia School Connectivity Program (ASCP), which reached out across the country to create a vibrant network of 330 secondary schools with an Internet Computer Center (ICC). The program recruited over 600 ICC staff and trained them in computer literacy essentials, Web Design and Network Administration. The ICC supervisors then conducted outreach activities and arranged information literacy programs for the local community. Additionally, in order to expand Internet accessibility to traditionally under-served and isolated communities, PH initiated the Mobile Internet Lab project. The first project of its kind in the former Soviet Union, the Mobile Internet Lab was a modified flatbed truck equipped with 5 workstations, a printer, a scanner, a digital camera and satellite connection, the primary purpose of which was to ride to rural regions of Armenia, offering cycles of basic computer and Internet literacy to the schools and community members of remote villages. ASCP empowered thousands of Armenian students, educators, administrators and community members with Internet access, modern information communication technologies, online tools management skills, leadership capacity and cross-cultural experiences. It also supported the partner U.S. schools in globalization of their classrooms through technology-enhanced cultural US-Armenia reciprocal exchanges embracing numerous educational projects, training activities, seminars, workshops, and community initiatives.
In the program’s final years its emphasis was on ensuring sustainability of the new ICCs. PH worked with Armenia’s government, schools and communities to introduce new policies and appropriate practices to ensure a successful transition of the program infrastructure and resources from an externally funded and administered program to being wholly supported and administered in Armenia by Armenians. In addition, PH help establish the “Harmony" Information Technologies and Education Development Foundation, an independent Armenian NGO comprised of the ASCP Technical Department staff. This organization continues to work with the Armenian government to ensure ongoing technical support for schools and other projects. In July of 2007, PH International successfully transferred the program infrastructure to the National Center for Educational Technologies (NaCET), the entity that the Armenian Ministry of Education and Science officially authorized to coordinate all ICT related major activities. The network, expanded with more schools and educational resources, effectively continues to serve Armenia’s education system.
The Technology Ambassadors Program (TAP) was an innovative technology and leadership program for Future Leaders Exchange (FLEX) students studying in the United States. Using a variety of technologies, including weblogs and digital storytelling, students worked both online and in a Vermont workshop to create their own community development projects. TAP explored the benefits and uses of technology and the role of leadership in emerging democracies. The curriculum incorporated concepts of a civil society and demonstrated how technology can be used to enhance current and future initiatives throughout Eurasia. TAP graduated 90 students in three years, benefiting 12 countries, and created a network of motivated, inspiring and talented young adults who shared a desire to improve their own communities.> More
Internet Community Development for the Caucasus | 2000 - 2001
A one-year pilot program, Internet Community Development in the Caucasus (Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia), a program of US State Department, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, was designed to promote the use of the Internet as a democracy-building and community organizing tool for professionals in the Southern Caucasus. The program fostered the development of business support, refugee issues, and assistance to internally displaced persons. The training and outreach activities of the program built the local capacity of professionals in these fields to use and create multi-language online resources such as online newsletters, discussions lists, interactive websites, web chats, and teleconferences. Experience from the pilot program was integrated into the core of the School Connectivity Programs.> More
Internet Community Development for the Caucasus | 2000 - 2001
A one-year pilot program, Internet Community Development in the Caucasus (Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia), supported by the US State Department, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, promoted the use of the Internet in the southen Caucasus as a democracy-building and community organizing tool for professionals. The program included communities focused on development of business support, refugee issues, and assistance to internally displaced persons. Training and outreach activities of the program built the local capacity of professionals in these fields to use and create multi-language online resources such as online newsletters, discussions lists, interactive websites, web chats, and teleconferences. Experience from the pilot program was integrated into the core of the School Connectivity Programs in Armenia and Azerbaijan, which followed this ICD.
Internet Community Development for the Caucasus | 2000 - 2001
A one-year pilot program, Internet Community Development in the Caucasus (Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia), a program of US State Department, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, was designed to promote the use of the Internet as a democracy-building and community organizing tool for professionals in the Southern Caucasus. The program fostered the development of business support, discussion on refugee issues, and assistance to internally displaced persons. The training and outreach activities of the program built the local capacity of professionals in these fields to use and create multi-language online resources such as online newsletters, discussions lists, interactive websites, web chats, and teleconferences. Experience from the pilot program was integrated into the core of the School Connectivity Programs.
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Intel Corporation ITeach for the Future Program - Kazakhstan
Azerbaijan Connections and Exchange Program
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