Key Activities Help develop policies and strategies to guide the evolution and application of learning technologies in ways that best meet the lifelong learning needs of Canadians. Support and monitor research and assessment related to the use of learning technologies and widely distribute the results. Facilitate the sharing of information on Canadian initiatives, key players and significant developments in the application of learning technologies. Provide opportunities to demonstrate Canadian learning products and services in partnership with developers, educators, employers, employees, trainers and learners. The OLT helps fund projects that feature new partnerships and support innovative uses of technologies for lifelong learning by diverse groups of Canadians.
Projects are generally cost-shared and have broad impact or transferability.
The site includes information databases, bibliographies, and links to other sites of interest. The OLT facilitates demonstrations of learning technologies at sites across Canada in conjunction with partners and developers. Participants can also share experiences and network to forge new partnerships and collaborative solutions. These pilot projects may develop new models or enhance existing exemplary models that other communities can learn from, adapt, or build on in order to promote and increase access to learning opportunities enhanced by technologies. Among its activities, NPLT provides support for projects that contribute to a better understanding of learning technologies and how to use and adapt them for adult learners at home, at work and in their communities.