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GAZeL Arizona eLearning - Insights! - May 16, 2007

May 16, 2007 - Vol1, Issue1

News and Happenings!

Dear Colleagues:

In this GAZeL Insights issue:

GAZeL Networking and Seminar Event: International Trade Opportunities and Resources - June 7, 2007, 12:00 - 2:30 pm, Radisson Hotel Phoenix Airport North

Purpose: Lunch and presentations by three speakers on International Trade opportunities and resources as it relates to eLearning, business, and education. Register today for GAZeL’s statewide eLearning Educational and Networking Event. eLearning Arizona - Companies, Technologies and Services will feature presentations provided by Executives from three of Arizona’s outstanding eLearning organizations and companies.

You will hear about:

You will also get the opportunity to:

Lunch:

Phoenix Location: $20 meal (two choices) if paid by June1, 2007 - $25 if paid after that date.

Tucson Location: $15 box lunch

RSVP By June 1, 2007

We look forward to seeing you soon! More Info, click here.

GAZeL Annual Conference Event: eLearning Strategies for Business and Education - September 27, 2007, 7:30 am - 5:00 pm

This annual event is for anyone responsible for implementing eLearning in their organization. If you represent a large company, a small business, an educational institution, an industry cluster, a professional/trade association, or a nonprofit organization, you will want to attend this event. You will discover how eLearning is transforming P-20 education and it is becoming a standard for corporate training, professional development, and lifelong learning. Professionals will have the opportunity to:

Put us on your calendar. We look forward to seeing you soon! Currently we are looking for Speakers! More Info, click here.

GAZeL Research Event: Strategic Research Directions - June 1, 2007, 10:00 - 12:00 pm

GAZEL is planning a statewide research meeting, entitled GAZeL’s Strategic Directions Symposium 2007. The University of Arizona and the ITT Technical Institute will host the June event. The Strategic Directions Symposium 2007 will help GAZeL solicit research interests and needs from statewide researchers and users of research. The purpose is to find out ways GAZeL can support AZ e-Learning research and act as a conduit between universities, corporations, K-12, etc. We want to find out who is doing what and find ways to help others communicate with researchers who have relevant e-Learning research or vice versa. We hope to report back to you about GAZeL's progress at the Annual conference in September

More Info, click here.

GAZeL Update

GAZeL listens to its membership to plan future activities and accomplishments. These are some of the activities we have accomplished in support of GAZeL membership needs, requirements, and expectations, including:

GAZeL Committees

GAZeL is run by committees who help eLearning companies develop new business opportunities and advanced technologies and services. We also provide opportunities to network, engage in professional development opportunities, and develop opportunities to export technologies and services, nationally and internationally. Members are encouraged to participate on one or more committees (shown below).

Click here for more information.

GAZeL Sponsors

GAZeL has launched a Sponsorship Campaign to raise funds to support the GAZeL development, operations and initiatives. This is a great business opportunity for you that will provide you high level exposure to consumers and providers of eLearning technologies and services. How is this for a great opportunity? As a GAZeL investor you will:

More Info, click here.

GAZeL Insights is a tool for keeping all GAZeL members in the loop regarding publications, research, events, and much more. It's designed to be a short easy read that will keep you connected to everything that GAZeL has to offer.

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GAZeL Arizona eLearning - Insights! - May 31, 2007

May 31, 2007 - Vol1, Issue2

News and Happenings!

Dear Colleagues:

In this GAZeL Insights issue:

SAVE THESE DATES!

You're Invited to Attend these Strategic eLearning Events

GAZeL Insights is a tool for keeping all GAZeL members in the loop regarding publications, research, events, and much more. It's designed to be a short easy read that will keep you connected to everything that GAZeL has to offer.

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GAZeL Arizona eLearning - Insights! - September 14th, 2007

September 14, 2007 – Vol1, Issue3

News and Happenings!

GAZeL Insights! is a publication designed to keep GAZeL members informed about everything that GAZeL has to offer. Complete Insights! Articles can be found on the GAZeL Community Portal, at http://www.gazel.us/insights.

The New GAZeL Portal Has Arrived!

Now you can locate information about events, join in conversations, and network with your peers. GAZeL members have been working dilligently to bring you an interactive venue for exploring eLearning according to your interests and needs.

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Save These Dates!

GAZeL Updates

What has GAZeL been up to? GAZeL listens to its membership to plan future activities and accomplishments. These are some of the activities we have accomplished in support of GAZeL membership needs, requirements, and expectations, including:

GAZeL Sponsorship & Exhibitor Opportunities

Who’s Who at GAZeL

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GAZeL Board

GAZeL Board members are comprised of sixteen Board Members from a variety of businesses and educational institutions throughout Arizona. These members give GAZeL a diverse foundation that reaches out to people in corporate training, higher education, K12 education, vendors, and others. You will find more Board information at: http://www.gazel.us/board.

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GAZeL Committees

GAZeL’s Board Members oversee committees that help eLearning companies develop new business opportunities and advanced technologies and services. You will find more committee information at: http://www.gazel.us/committees.

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GAZeL Membership

Beginning January 1, GAZeL will be offering full annual memberships to our eLearning community. Membership in GAZeL provides participants with many special resources, community, answers, ideas and tools relating to e-Learning. You will find more membership information at: http://www.gazel.us/membership.

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Speak your Mind

Do you have ideas, concerns, interests or needs relating to eLearning that aren’t being addressed by the GAZeL Community Portal? What would you like to see and how can GAZeL fill your e-Learning needs? Do you have conference ideas or want to share experiences? Join the discussion or look at the new GAZeL forums at: http://www.gazel.us/forum!

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Member of the Month

Future issues of the GAZeL Insights! will feature a Member of the Month. The featured member or organization will be one who has contributed significantly to GAZeL and advanced the GAZeL mission.

Gain Insight! Go to http://www.gazel.us/insights

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GAZeL Arizona eLearning - Insights! - February 8th, 2008

GAZeL Insights! is a publication designed to keep GAZeL members informed about everything that GAZeL has to offer.
Complete Insights! Articles can be found on the GAZeL Community Portal at http://www.gazel.us/insights.

In this GAZeL Insights! issue:

 

 

Explore GAZeL!
After reading Insights!, spend a little time getting to know GAZeL on our new website, http://www.gazel.us. The GAZeL website is an interactive community portal designed, not only to inform, but to engage through blogs, forums, and demonstrations. Take a few moments to take the eLearning Research Survey so that we can better serve your needs!


Summit 2008: eLearning and Collaboration in the Global Economy
February 20, 2008 at the Mesa Conference Center, Mesa, AZ
8:00am – 5:00pm with an After5 Reception until 7:00pm

eLearning, conferencing, collaboration and social networking technologies are enabling new global relationships and new models for learning that are dramatically changing the way we educate, communicate and conduct business in the Global Economy. Get engaged in developing policies and strategies to position Arizona as a leader in creating, delivering and adopting these technologies and services!
Workshops
Adoption of eLearning in Arizona K-12 Schools, Community Colleges and Universities
eLearning Enterprise Business Development
Inclusion of eLearning in Arizona Workforce Development strategies
Adoption of eLearning and Collaboration Technologies in the Workplace
eLearning Research in Arizona

Keynotes and Presentations

A dynamic Keynote panel will explore our conference theme, eLearning and Collaboration in the Global Economy.
A Lunch panel will discuss Policy and Strategy Implications for Web 2.0 and Social Networking in Education and the Workplace
Updates on What’s Happening with eLearning in Arizona

Networking and Showcase

Engage in the Tech Expo showcasing the latest technology innovations and services
Experience hands-on demonstrations of the One Laptop Per Child networked XO computers.
Meet Arizona eLearning leaders and innovators throughout the day
Discuss the results of GAZeL’s eLearning Research Survey
Attend the Arizona Technology Council After5 Reception and Networking Event

Register for this important Arizona education, workforce, and economic development event!
Sponsor opportunities are available at http://gazel.us/sponsors.
Visit http://www.gazel.us/summit08 for more information.




An Affordable, Durable and Portable Laptop? It’s True!
The popular appeal of the OLPC XO and the ASUS Eee PC are making the news. See exciting live demonstrations of the new “little” laptops at the GAZeL summit. The Eee PC’s appearance on one of Amazon's bestseller lists is a critical milestone. The XO’s popularity is equally rising internationally. Open Source applications and Internet connectivity have become good enough that local storage and processing matter less. The new technology is fostering a new generation of popular, highly mobile laptops under $500. There is more to learn about these laptops, including:
  • users groups and forums to support the new technology
  • efforts to integrate the new technology with child left behind
  • professional development activities to help with technology implementation
  • resources to teach your school about the new technology


OLPC (One Laptop Per Child):
The OLPC Linux Based Laptop Wins International Design Award.
http://www.linuxelectrons.com/news/mobile/11401/olpc-linux-based-laptop-wins-international-design-award

COPENHAGEN, Denmark – Yesterday, the Linux based One Laptop Per Child was presented an INDEX: AWARD for winning the Community category.

The INDEX: AWARD is presented every other year, and in addition to the glory, each award comes with a €100 000 prize. INDEX: AWARD operates with five categories, which refer to the context for which the designs are intended: body, home, work, play and community. 99 % of children in developing countries leave school without having touched a computer. Without a computer-literate population, developing countries will continue to struggle to compete in a rapidly evolving, global information economy.

The One Laptop per Child (OLPC) foundation aims to provide every child in developing countries with a laptop, but given the resources that developing countries can reasonably allocate to education, the design team behind the XO, also known as the $100 laptop, had to create an affordable, yet technically advanced solution.


The XO Laptop is about the size of a textbook and lighter than a lunchbox, making it easy for children to carry. XO is designed to be used in parts of the world where many classes are taught outside, and therefore it is sunlight-readable as well as shock and moisture resistant. In order for students to interact, a mobile ad-hoc network allows many machines to gain internet access from one connection and a maze-network connects all the laptops within reach. The XO can be hand-powered and comes with at least two of three options: A crank, a pedal, or a pull-cord. Plus, it features enhanced battery management for an extended recharge-cycle lifetime. Click here for information about the OLPC XO.


ASUS
A scrappy, aggressively priced 2-pound notebook with a surprisingly broad set of features, Eee is a no-brainer purchase for tech- knowledgeable travelers who want to downsize their luggage at low cost. It also makes a great gift, at least as practical as Apple Inc.'s iPhone and about the same price. Click here for more information about ASUS.


Save These Dates!

Summit 2008: eLearning and Collaboration in the Global Economy
February 20, 2008; Mesa Conference Center, Mesa AZ
8:00am – 5:00pm with an After5 Reception until 7:00pm
More at http://gazel.us/summit08

GAZeL-A-Ganza Gala & Golf!
Gala -

May 1st, 2008 - Radisson Fort McDowell Resort
Golf - May 2nd, 2008 - We-Ko-Pa Resort & Casino
More at http://gazel.us/golf

This will be a time for fun in the sun and great camaraderie!

Why is GAZeL Involved?
Because the mission of our organization is to “affect the adoption of eLearning and 21st century education in our Arizona schools and beyond.”
Why Should Your Company be Involved?
Because all proceeds from the GAZeL-a-Ganza Gala and Golf event go directly towards purchasing OLPC (One Laptop per Child ) computers, as well as teacher training and support. They will go to schools and reservations

in the Greater Arizona area.

GAZeL-a-Ganza Sponsorship
Our first goal from the net proceeds of this event is to... PURCHASE 100 LAPTOPS!

The Greater Arizona eLearning Association, affiliated with the Global Literacy Foundation, a 501(c)(3), non-profit, charitable organization, is very proud to kick-off this year’s initiative to bring laptops to the schools in the Greater Arizona marketplace.


Our minimum purchase has to be 100 laptops at $299 each.


What Can You Expect?
The GAZeL-a-Ganza Gala and Golf fundraiser brings together the right ingredients to make it a successful event:

  • The most prominent business leaders, legislators, company owners, guests, and friends who support literacy in the Greater Arizona area
  • A dinner on May 1st, at the award winning Radisson Fort McDowell Resort
  • A golf tournament on May 2nd, at the We-Ko-Pa Golf Club, voted one of America’s Top 10 New Public courses by Golf Digest, January, 2008
  • A magnificent silent auction, trips, trophies, and other such things
  • Inclusion in all outside marketing materials and public relations exposure as well as on-site signage, logo representation, program ads, and much more.
  • And of course, the unveiling of the OLPC

How Can You or Your Company Get Involved?

With a sponsorship. Corporate sponsorship helps to achieve the financial goals for this event and ensure the purchase of hundreds of laptops. Attached are a variety of ways for you and your company to become a part of the success story.

Packages range from Title Sponsorship, Presenting Sponsorship, Hole Sponsors and Gala Sponsors. They include golf and the gala, gala alone, individual tickets, and/or the direct purchase of a laptop. So, you see, we’ve made it easy for you to participate at any level.

Please review the enclosed materials and decide on your participation level. Lauryn Wingate, our Special Events Director, will be happy to take your preferred method of payment. You can call her at 801-233-6595, or reach her by email at lwingate@lwc2000.com

This event is presented by the Greater Arizona eLearning Association, Global Literacy Foundation, Intramedia Solutions, ITT Technical Institute, and The Training Place, Inc.

Sponsor opportunities are available for this event.
Visit http://www.gazel.us/golf for more information and to register.

Thank You!
We “Thank You” for your consideration and support of this event. We know a dinner and golf tournament are not new. And, we also recognize that you are probably asked to participate as a sponsor a lot throughout the year. Our hope is that this opportunity to sponsor the One Laptop per Child initiative will support your mission as a company.

This event supports literacy. It helps children who might not have the opportunity to own or even use a computer have the ability to communicate, create, and inch closer towards becoming a part of the technological culture responsible for producing good citizens for the future of Arizona.

Please contact me for further information or with special requests.
We hope you will join us this year on Thursday, May 1st and Friday, May 2nd for the GAZeL-a-Ganza Gala and Golf.

Sincerely,

Alex Devereux
GAZeL-a-Ganza Gala and Golf
President, Chair
Phone: 602-451-3642
Email: devereux7@gmail.com

GAZeL Updates
On January 17 GAZeL hosted a CEO Breakfast with Keynote Speaker Tony Pepicello, President of University of Phoenix. The breakfast was a great success with nearly 50 area CEO’s and representatives in attendance. The OLPC XO and the ASUS Eee PC laptops were demonstrated at the event and created great interest! You can see these amazing laptops at our Annual Summit on February 20, 2008.

GAZeL hosted a Networking Event at ASU’s Decision Theater on September 26, 2007. It was a great time of meeting, greeting, and eating! Participants were given an opportunity to experience the Decision Theater, a state-of-the-art visual tool used by many organizations throughout Arizona to analyze complex information. Visit http://gazel.us/dtphotos to see photos of the event

Who’s Who at GAZeL
GAZeL Board
The GAZeL Board is comprised of eighteen Board Members from a variety of businesses and educational institutions throughout Arizona. These members give GAZeL a diverse foundation that reaches out to people in corporate training, higher education, K12 education, vendors, and others. For information about the GAZeL Board, visit: http://gazel.us/board
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GAZeL Members
February 20, 2008 is the GAZeL Membership Kickoff! Membership in GAZeL provides participants with special resources, research, community, answers to questions, ideas, tools, and opportunities to network and learn. For information about GAZeL Membership, visit: http://gazel.us/membership

GAZeL Committees
GAZeL members are actively involved in a number of standing committees, including Research, Membership and Marketing, along with a number of ad hoc committees. These committees work together to help eLearning companies develop new business opportunities and find resources to advance technologies and services. For information about the GAZeL Committees, visit: http://gazel.us/committees

What’s on Your Mind?
Do you have ideas, concerns, interests or needs relating to eLearning? What would you like to see and how can GAZeL fill your eLearning needs? Do you have conference ideas or want to share experiences? Join the discussions in the GAZeL Community Forums at: http://www.gazel.us/forum


 

Gain Insight! Go to http://www.gazel.us/insights

 



GAZeL Insights is a tool for keeping all GAZeL members in the loop regarding publications, research, events, and much more.
It's designed to be a short easy read that will keep you connected to everything that GAZeL has to offer.

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If you have questions or comments, contact us at: gazel.us/contact
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GAZeL Arizona eLearning - Insights! - April 10th, 2008

April 2008 – Vol 2, Issue 2

News and Happenings!

GAZeL Insights! is a publication designed to keep GAZeL members informed about everything that GAZeL has to offer.
 
 

Explore GAZeL, Join GAZeL!

After reading Insights!, spend a little time getting to know GAZeL on our new website, http://www.gazel.us. The GAZeL website is an interactive community portal designed, not only to inform, but to engage through blogs, forums, and demonstrations. Take a few moments to take the eLearning Research Survey so that we can better serve your needs. Once you’ve perused the website you’ll see why membership in GAZeL is so important. Join GAZeL now by visiting http://www.gazel.us/membership and become one of the people who are making a difference.

 

GAZeL-A-Ganza and Golf!

The Second Annual Learning through Technology Charity Golf Tournament

 


Gala Dinner and Silent Auction--May 1st, 2008 at the Radisson Fort McDowell Resort and Casino

 


Golf Tournament--May 2nd, 2008 at the We-Ko-Pa Golf Club

 

 

Why is eLearning important? eLearning is dramatically changing the way we educate, communicate and conduct business. In education, benefits include individualized curriculum and self-paced learning, professional development, greater student engagement, increased efficiency, and increasing students’ skills to further their education and fully participate in an innovative workplace. eLearning also provides cost-effective business development solutions. Organizations are now launching eLearning initiatives aimed at students, employees, customers, investors, and more.

 

 

 

 

However, we are in a crisis! Arizona ranks 47th in state and local per capita spending on K-12 education, and 43rd in the nation of high school graduates that go to college. These facts are so alarming, that GAZeL has decided to do something to jumpstart our kid’s early learning needs. The Greater Arizona eLearning Association and the Global Literacy Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization, are bringing laptops to underprivileged schools and Indian Reservations in the Arizona. To see an example of these laptops being introduced to young users, go to http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S5ScgNJ21p8&eurl=http://www.globalliteracy.net/

 

The net proceeds from the GAZeL-a-Ganza Gala and Golf event will go directly towards purchasing and integrating the OLPC (One Laptop per Child) computers into Arizona schools. These laptops will be donated along with teaching and technology support to schools and reservations in the Arizona. Our first goal from the net proceeds of this event is to Purchase 100 laptops!

 

 

Why the One Laptop per Child XO Computer? An idea born from collaboration at MIT with Nicholas Negroponte, the laptop is self-contained and solar-powered with 10-hours of battery service; almost entirely green; kid friendly; and inexpensive - only $299 in groups of 100. Recently, Steve Wozniak said he believed that Nicholas Negroponte deserved international recognition, the Nobel Peace Prize, for this work.

 


GALA--May 1st, 2008 Gala at the Radisson Fort McDowell Resort and Casino

 

6:00 – 10:00 pm

 

  • Dinner: 12-oz of thick, juicy, New York Strip Steak, (vegetarian meal upon request), wedge salad with Applewood Smoked Bacon and Bleu Cheese Dressing, Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, and Pyramid Noisette or Chocolate Ganache and Hazelnut Moussellins in a Chocolate Shell for dessert.

  • Silent Auction with a Twist: Silent Auctions are a great way to spice up an event but this is a little different. We will have “Adornos,” beautiful boxes filled with mysterious gifts. Throughout the night you will be shown various silent auction items, up close and personal, but until you've won the bid, you won't know what's in your box! Nothing adds more fun to a night than a little mystery!

Golf Tournament--May 2nd, 2008 at the We-Ko-Pa Golf Club
18200 East Toh Vee Circle, Fort McDowell, Arizona
Start Time: 1:00 pm

 

This will be a time for fun in the sun, great camaraderie and contribution! The tournament includes:

  • Golf and Cart Fees
  • Practice Balls
  • Team Photos
  • Raffle and Silent Auction, including golf art, sports memorabilia and more
  • Hole Prizes
  • One Laptop Per Child (OLPC) Presentation
  • Heavy Appetizers and Cash Bar
  • 15% off all Merchandise

     

This event is presented by the Greater Arizona eLearning Association, Global Literacy Foundation, Intramedia Solutions, ITT Technical Institute and The Training Place, Inc. Additional sponsor opportunities are available for this event. We invite sponsors tto discover new economic development opportunities and networking.

Visit http://www.gazel.us/golfsponsorship for more information.

 

 

To register for this event, visit http://www.gazel.us/golfregistration. For more information about this event, go to http://gazel.us/golf, or contact Alex Devereux at 602-437-7554, adeverux@itt-tech.edu.

 

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Save These Dates!

 

GAZeL-A_Ganza!

 

The Second Annual Learning through Technology Charity Golf Tournament, May 1st and 2nd, 2008; We-Ko-Pa Resort, Phoenix, AZ.

This will be a time for fun in the sun and great camaraderie! Proceeds purchase laptops and teaching support for underprivileged schools throughout Arizona!

Visit http://www.gazel.us/golf for more information and to register for this event. Contact Information: Alex Devereux, 602-437-7554, adeverux@itt-tech.edu


Emerging Technology Applications for Online Learning

Do you want to see what’s coming down the technological pipeline? On May 7-9, 2008 you can attend the first, West Coast Sloan-C International Symposium on Emerging Technology Applications for Online Learning at the Carefree Resort.

 

 

Symposium tracks highlight and demonstrate research, application and best practices of important emerging technological tools related to social networking, assessment, open educational resources, new media and support services. Presentations will be provided in both the face-to-face event and the virtual event held in Second Life and the Moodle Learning Management System.

 

For more information, go to http://www.emergingonlinelearningtechnology.org/?gad=CO-mmIsEEgh9G6fzG3B_jRidoK77AyDD4dU0

 

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Recent Research

State of the Global Talent Nation

Softscape provides advanced technology and global services to help organizations better manage their people and their business. In a recent Executive Brief titled, State of the Global Talent Nation: Organizations Struggle to Ready Workforces to Meet Growth Demands, Softscape summarizes and analyzes their third annual survey on workforce readiness. While the trend toward workforce readiness is increasing, the move is too slow to keep up with growth plans. Read more at http://www.gazel.us/node/505

 

 

 

GAZeL Updates

On February 20, 2008 GAZeL hosted Summit 2008: eLearning and Collaboration in the Global Economy. A plethora of technologies were showcased, including the OLPC XO and the ASUS Eee PC laptops. In addition to elearning updates, panel discussions evaluated the event theme, eLearning and collaboration in the global economy, and a second panel discussed Policy and Strategy Implications for Web 2.0 and social networking in education and the workplace. All participants worked in teams to develop policies and strategies in the areas of:

  • Adoption of eLearning in Arizona K-12 Schools, Community Colleges and Universities
  • eLearning Enterprise Business Development
  • Inclusion of eLearning in Arizona Workforce Development strategies
  • Adoption of eLearning and Collaboration Technologies in the Workplace
  • eLearning Research in Arizona

The event concluded with an After 5 event and great networking opportunities.

 

Our thanks to GAZeL, Global Literacy Foundation, Intramedia Solutions, ITT Technical Institute, and The Training Place, Inc. for their support of this valuable event. You can read more information and view photos of the event at http://gazel.us/node/514

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GAZeL Event Sponsorship & Exhibitor Opportunity

Don’t miss out on this opportunity!
Even sponsorship is a great opportunity to support the deployment of eLearning throughout Arizona, and a way to benefit your company by increasing public awareness. You are invited to be a Sponsor or Exhibitor at the May 1st Gala or the May 2nd Golf Tournament. Visit http://gazel.us/golfsponsorship for more information.

 

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Who’s Who at GAZeL

 

GAZeL Board

 

The GAZeL Board is comprised of eighteen Board Members from a variety of businesses and educational institutions throughout Arizona. These members give GAZeL a diverse foundation that reaches out to people in corporate training, higher education, K12 education, vendors, and others. For information about the GAZeL Board, visit: http://www.gazel.us/board

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GAZeL Members

Become a full Member! Membership in GAZeL provides participants with special resources, research, community, answers to questions, ideas, tools, and opportunities to network and learn. For information about GAZeL Membership, visit: http://www.gazel.us/membership

GAZeL Committees

GAZeL members are actively involved in a number of standing committees, including Research, Membership and Marketing, along with a number of ad hoc committees. These committees work together to help eLearning companies develop new business opportunities and find resources to advance technologies and services. We are currently looking for people to serve on the Membership Committee. If you’re interested in, please call 480-677-7704. For information about all GAZeL Committees, visit: http://www.gazel.us/committees

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What’s on Your Mind?

Do you have ideas, concerns, interests or needs relating to eLearning? What would you like to see and how can GAZeL fill your eLearning needs? Do you have conference ideas or want to share experiences? Become a member and join the discussions in the GAZeL Community Forums at: http://www.gazel.us/forum

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Greater Arizona eLearning Association

GAZeL is an alliance between eLearning educators, practitioners, and related businesses.
GAZeL's purpose is to provide vision, share research, support learning initiatives, and gather resources
for the utilization, implementation and expansion of eLearning in business, government, and education.

For more information, go to http://gazel.us

If you have questions or comments, please contact us at: http://www.gazel.us/contact



Gain Insight! Go to http://www.gazel.us/insights

 



GAZeL Insights is a tool for keeping all GAZeL members in the loop regarding publications, research, events, and much more.
It's designed to be a short easy read that will keep you connected to everything that GAZeL has to offer.

Greater Arizona eLearning Association -- Copyright 2008

If you have questions or comments, contact us at: gazel.us/contact
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Insights! Newsletter

September 14, 2007 – Vol1, Issue3

News and Happenings!

GAZeL Insights! is a publication designed to keep GAZeL members informed about everything that GAZeL has to offer. Complete Insights! Articles can be found on the GAZeL Community Portal, at http://www.gazel.us/insights.

The New GAZeL Portal Has Arrived!

Now you can locate information about events, join in conversations, and network with your peers. GAZeL members have been working dilligently to bring you an interactive venue for exploring eLearning according to your interests and needs.

.

Save These Dates!

GAZeL Updates

What has GAZeL been up to? GAZeL listens to its membership to plan future activities and accomplishments. These are some of the activities we have accomplished in support of GAZeL membership needs, requirements, and expectations, including:

GAZeL Sponsorship & Exhibitor Opportunities

Who’s Who at GAZeL

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GAZeL Board

GAZeL Board members are comprised of sixteen Board Members from a variety of businesses and educational institutions throughout Arizona. These members give GAZeL a diverse foundation that reaches out to people in corporate training, higher education, K12 education, vendors, and others. You will find more Board information at: http://www.gazel.us/board.

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GAZeL Committees

GAZeL’s Board Members oversee committees that help eLearning companies develop new business opportunities and advanced technologies and services. You will find more committee information at: http://www.gazel.us/committees.

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GAZeL Membership

Beginning January 1, GAZeL will be offering full annual memberships to our eLearning community. Membership in GAZeL provides participants with many special resources, community, answers, ideas and tools relating to e-Learning. You will find more membership information at: http://www.gazel.us/membership.

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Speak your Mind

Do you have ideas, concerns, interests or needs relating to eLearning that aren’t being addressed by the GAZeL Community Portal? What would you like to see and how can GAZeL fill your e-Learning needs? Do you have conference ideas or want to share experiences? Join the discussion or look at the new GAZeL forums at: http://www.gazel.us/forum!

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Member of the Month

Future issues of the GAZeL Insights! will feature a Member of the Month. The featured member or organization will be one who has contributed significantly to GAZeL and advanced the GAZeL mission.

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