National Broadband Network (NBN)E-Learning Program

Tasmanian and NSW Partnerships

Fiona Huskinson

NBN National Business Manager

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Where should be put roles, responsibilities and support and are we clear on what these are

Coverage

TAS will manage projects in;

•VIC

•SA

•WA

•TAS

NSW will manage projects in;

•ACT

•QLD

•NT

•NSW

The National VET E-learning StrategyThe National Broadband Network (NBN) E-learning Programs forms part

of the National VET E-learning Strategy (VELS)

Vision: A globally competitive Australian training system underpinned by world class E-learning infrastructure and capability.

Goal 1: Develop and utilise E-learning strategies to maximise the benefits of the national investment in broadband.

Strategic Objective: Demonstrate the power of broadband to enhance outcomes for learners, and promote growth in broadband-

based training as the NBN roll out proceeds

1. provide opportunities through targeted funding to create innovative approaches for using the NBN

2. develop skills to improve Australia’s workforce participation and productivity

NBN E-learning Programs Business Activity will

• $25,000 to $50,000 (plus GST) for projects • Projects run from January to June 2012• Projects must focus on improved learner outcomes• include a minimum of 10 learners, with larger numbers of learners

preferred

• Projects must use NBN pilot sites (Stage 1)

• Projects can be across state borders • Projects should consist of recognised training which may include:

– Industry recognised competencies* and/or – Nationally recognised units of competence

*Applicants will need to provide evidence of the acceptance and relevance of Industry Based Competencies that are not on the national register

What you need to know

Projects must •trial innovative programs using high capacity connection, for example: telepresence, simulated learning, game-based learning, e-tutors, learner analytics and videostreaming solutions, or

•facilitate VET programs using broadband-based information technology to improve training access and outcomes for learners, or

•prepare organisational readiness models for delivering training and assessment services for the NBN, for example organisational capability, enabling connectivity to the NBN.

Scope…

• Improved access and skills attainment for learners through broadband-based training programs

• The development of models using broadband/high bandwidth based VET delivery

• The growth and enhancement of partnerships to deliver new training solutions using the NBN for learners and communities.

Outcomes…

Business, Community Groups and Registered Training Organisations •proposals should include an RTO partner

•any partner organisation may have the role of Lead Agent, taking responsibility for accountability for funds, effective management of the project, reporting and delivery of outcomes.

• Lead Agents must be legal entities.

Eligibility to apply…

Project applicants must demonstrate that their project budget includes a co-investment contribution*. Contributions can include

•Salaries

•enabling technology used for E-learning

*The level of co-contribution that is offered will be taken into account by the selection panel in competitive assessment of project proposals

Co-Investment…

Examples of possible projects

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The role of the ELCs and TCs

•Promotion of NBN activity and information sessions

•Support for project teams

•What else – what will the TC be doing for teams???

Timelines…

• Due DateACTION DUE DATE

Funding opportunities advertised Week commencing 17 October 2011

Applications close (emailed to Tasmania and NSW Business Managers)

10 November 2011

Applicants notified of outcome 5 December 2011

Contracts completed 22 December 2011Induction events December 2011 or January

2012Projects commence 1 January 2012Project visits March or April 2012

Submission of final Project Reports (includes acquittal statement of project expenditure and post project measurement of learner and project outcomes)

15 June 2012

Information sessions… TAS’S INFO SESSIONS DATE LOCATION18 OCTOBER

SMITHTON, TAS

18 OCTOBER

ONLINE

19 OCTOBER

SCOTTSDALE, TAS

25 OCTOBER

MELBOURNE, VIC

26 OCTOBER

WILLUNGA, SA

27 OCTOBER

HOBART, TAS

 31 OCTOBER

ONLINE

 NSW’S INFO SESSIONS DATE LOCATION

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