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IW:LEARN ICT Workshop

The purpose of this workshop is to assist projects in creating and managing a project website using the freely available IW:LEARN Toolkit. In addition, related ICT subjects such as content development, visualization and content syndication, as well as how to use the IW:LEARN Community Workspace will be discussed.
When Oct 13, 2011 04:00 PM to
Oct 16, 2011 12:00 AM
Where Dubrovnik, Croatia
Contact Name
Contact Phone +66 2 218 9469
Attendees The workshop is designed for information/communication specialists, IT managers and project members who are responsible for developing and/or maintaining a project website.
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Target Audience

The workshop is appropriate for information/communication specialists, IT managers and project members who are responsible for developing and/or maintaining a project website.

For more information about the Website Toolkit: http://iwlearn.net/websitetoolkit

Outcomes

  • Participants will gain a comprehensive overview of the Toolkit capabilities and functions including freely available resources on the internet. Participants will also gain hands-on knowledge on how to create, manage and maintain the website with little or no IT knowledge.
  • Participants will be introduced how to include basic visualization in a project toolkit website, how to develop and syndicate contents, use the toolkit as an outreach tool, and monitor website performance.
  • Participants will have a better understanding of the GEF IW Portfolio needs for shared information and develop a joint work plan.
  • Participants will also be introduced to the Community Workspace so they can assist project members in using the workspace for online community collaboration.

Schedule and Course Outline

The 3-day workshop will cover topics ranging from Website Toolkit development and management to content development, visualization tools and introduction to the IW:LEARN Community Workspace.

Basic website development,                                                    13-14 October  (Thu, Fri)                   0900-1600
content management and outreach tools

Toolkit management and advance website development             15 October  (Sat)                              0900-1600

Note to participants

Participants are requested to bring their own laptop computer for use at the workshop.

Visa and other logistical arrangements

During the workshop, IW:LEARN will shoulder daily coffee/tea breaks and lunches. Participants who will require additional assistance should get in touch with the IW:LEARN PCU (pcu@iwlearn.org) in advance.

For details on visa, accommodations and other information, please check http://iwlearn.net/abt_iwlearn/events/iwc6/iwc6-logistical-information.

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