What Are Learning Labs? A Sustainable Model for Digital Inclusion
Learning Labs are deliberate, measured, strategic deployments of technology solutions used to gain insight and knowledge on how best to foster digital inclusion worldwide. To date, 50x15 partners have implemented dozens of Learning Labs around the world – helping people around the world confront the unique challenges they face every day.
How Can I Find Out More About Learning Labs? Learning Labs Around the World
From China to Brazil, South Africa to Russia, 50x15 Learning Labs empower people in emerging growth countries with tools and skills to help them succeed in today’s modern world. To learn more about 50x15 Learning Labs and to keep up to date on new deployments, simply select a Learning Lab from the pull-down menu or click on the map.
Learning Labs do more than just empower millions of people to improve their lives. Experiences from all 50x15 Learning Lab deployments are presented in printed Capsules that can be leveraged and replicated, allowing for greater insight into how technology, coupled with the right business strategy, can help people in high-growth markets.
How Can I Initiate My Own Learning Lab? 50x15 Learning Labs Questionnaire
If you have an idea for a 50x15 Learning Lab please submit a proposal through our Learning Labs Questionnaire. The 50x15 Program Office will evaluate your submission based on the following criteria.
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Purpose
- Does the project advance the 50x15 vision of a connected global population?
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Readiness
- Does the project environment meet a majority of the minimal criteria required for ICT deployment as stated in the ITAFE Global Benchmarking Study (PDF)?
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Sustainability
- Are there an appropriate number of financing sources available to fund the project once the initial pilot phase is completed?
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Level of Sponsorship
- Is there strong local leadership?
- Is there appropriate government support?
- Are local partners available to manage the project after the pilot is completed?
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Strategic Value
- Does the project meet AMD business and social objectives?
If your proposal passes the first round of evaluation, we will contact you to set a follow-up meeting and define a potential relationship. Thanks for your interest in empowering the world with Internet access and good luck!