495 - One Laptop Per Child, Learning Systems '08 Opens

Learning TRENDS by Elliott Masie - Dec 27, 2007.
#495 - Updates on Learning, Business & Technology.
54,069 Readers - http://www.masie.com - The MASIE Center.
Host, Learning Systems ‘08 - April 10 & 11 - Las Vegas, NV

1. One Laptop Per Child - A Learning Laptop!
2. Learning Systems ‘08 - Registration Opens!


1. One Laptop Per Child - A Learning Laptop! The One Laptop Per Child machine, designed by MIT Media Lab, for children in the third world arrived at The MASIE Center as we were winding down our trip to Africa.


Here is a quick review of the laptop, which is quite impressive. There is also a link to a video by the designer. Here is the URL:

http://masieafrica.blogspot.com/2007/12/one-laptop-per-child-africa.html


2. Learning Systems ‘08 Registration Opens Today: Our annual event focused on learning systems is now open for registration. Over 400 organizations have participated in this Vendor-Neutral User Group.


Learning Systems ‘08
April 10 and 11 - Las Vegas, Nevada
http://www.learningsystems08.com

This year, we will focus on YOUR key learning systems:


* Learning Management Sysetms (LMS)
* Learning Content Management Systems (LCMS)
* Content and Document Management Systems for Learning
* Collaboration and Rapid Authoring Systems
* Compliance and Talent Management Systems

We have sold out this event every year, so please register early. Info and on-line registration at http://www.learningsystems08.com

Upcoming MASIE Center Events and Services:
- Performance Support LAB & Seminar: Jan. 30 - Feb 1, Saratoga Springs, NY.
- Learning Leaders Academy: March 10 - 12, Saratoga Springs, NY.
- Learning Systems ‘08 Conference: April 10 and 11, Las Vegas, NV.
- Learning 2008: Oct. 26-29, Orlando, Florida.
Information and Registration: http://www.masie.com