Commonwealth of Learning (2009) CEMCA: ODL for development in Asia Connections Vol. 14, No. 1
An article about the Commonwealth Educational Media Centre for Asia, based in Delhi, India.
Highlights:
New software EasyNow is ‘ a platform that brings together easy-to-use technologies that enable teachers to create learning materials in an array of delivery modes. What makes EasyNow special is that it allows multiple deliverables from a single electronic source using free and open source software.’
Quality assurance framework: CEMCA is spearheading an initiative to develop a framework for quality assurance in multimedia learning materials (QAMLM) with support from the Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia. CEMCA is now seeking input from across the Commonwealth on a draft version of the framework. It is available on CEMCA’s website and on WikiEducator for review.
Dr. Tony Bates is the author of eleven books in the field of online learning and distance education. He has provided consulting services specializing in training in the planning and management of online learning and distance education, working with over 40 organizations in 25 countries. Tony is a Research Associate with Contact North | Contact Nord, Ontario’s Distance Education & Training Network.
