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Connection ... not distance Connected Learning is a collaborative learning process that uses cyberspace to connect learners with themselves, other learners, teachers, mentors, facilitators, and learning resources while transcending the need for participants to share the same time or space. Connected Learning is an opportunity made possible by the convergence of new technologies and new educational methodologies. See
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Online Seminars There is a growing need for educational opportunities that do not require the time and expense of travel or significant time away from work. The Oates Institute offers 30 -40 Online Seminars each year utilizing an exciting new approach to lifelong learning developed by the Wayne Oates Institute. This approach, known as Connected Learning, connects learners, resources, and faculty in an online learning community. It is continuing education that is affordable, relational, and opens the possibilities for sustained learning and growth. Most online seminars are three-weeks in length. However, some are six weeks. Each week seminar participants interact around a featured presentation utilizing Email discussion. In order to receive the full benefits of the Connected Learning approach, the online seminars will have a minimum of eight participants and a maximum of twelve. Participants may take part in these seminars from any location according to their individual schedules.
Online Conferences The Wayne E. Oates Institute offers Online Conferences that bring together a large group of presenters and participants. The conferences provide the opportunity to update knowledge and skills without having to travel. In addition to presentations and email interaction, the Online Conferences also feature a series of Live Discussions with the presenters.
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