AU is now seeking applications for further research chair nominees to expand and complement Dr. Anderson's research. Applications will be considered for inclusion in AU's nominations to the CRC for its next deadline in June. The Inukshuk Fund is now inviting funding proposals for innovative learning projects. The Fund will support the development of multimedia, technology-mediated and networked learning, content products and services for learners of all ages. One of the key goals of the Fund is to assist learning communities in making a successful transition to technologies of the future, so that a greater number of people can have regular access to multimedia-rich networked learning.
Funding is available in all provinces and territories, except Manitoba and Saskatchewan.
To find out the level of funding available in each region, download the Call for Proposals guidelines at the Inukshuk Internet Web site. Deadline for proposals is June 15th, 2001. The NPLT provides support for projects that contribute to a better understanding of learning technologies, in particular, their use and adaptation for adult learners at home, at work and in their communities. Of equal importance, NPLT also aims to assist in closing the digital divide by giving priority to projects that address the learning needs of low-income Canadians, seniors, Aboriginal people, people with disabilities and Canadians with low literacy levels. The overarching goal of the NPLT is to maintain Canada's quality of life standards and to help keep the Canadian industry competitive in an increasingly challenging global market.