European Training on Networking

Do you want to improve your networking skills and your network management competences? The European training course The Art of Networking in Alden Biesen, Belgium, on 28 September-3 October 2009 is aimed at professionals in adult education and other education sectors and who are already involved in networks or may wish to be so in the future.

The course offers training on how to act effectively in educational networks, and how to plan and manage a network. Moreover, a particular type of network is highlighted: European networks in the framework of the EU funding programmes for lifelong learning.

The course topics include:
* Network theory and social networking skills
* Networks in EU funding programmes
* Setting-up a network
* Network management
* ICT tools for networks
* Learning in a network
* Network evaluation
* Policy & advocacy
* Making the network sustainable

The venue is the historical castle and cultural centre of Landcommanderij Alden Biesen, Belgium, www.alden-biesen.be. Registration is open until 20 September 2009.

Website: www.networks-in-education.eu