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Call for Nominations: World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE) 2017 Awards for Education

by OFA February 2, 2017

written by OFA

Application Deadline: 11:59 PM, GMT, March 31, 2017.

Established in 2011 by Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, the WISE Prize for Education is the first distinction of its kind to recognize an individual or a team of up to six people for an outstanding, world-class contribution to education. The WISE Prize for Education raises the status of education by giving it similar prestige enjoyed in other areas for which international recognition exists –such as literature, peace, and economics. The WISE Prize for Education Laureate is usually announced at the Opening Plenary Session of the global biennial summit, and receives the gold WISE Prize for Education medal and $500,000 (US).

The WISE Prize for Education Laureates are inspiring role models for all those dedicated to building the future of education as the foundation for a more secure, prosperous, and sustainable world.

Nomination Requirements:

The WISE Prize for Education recognizes an individual, or a team of up to six, for an outstanding contribution to education.
The achievements of the nominated individual or team should have had a significant and lasting impact upon education at any level and should demonstrate an inspiring and visionary approach.

Selection Requirements:

Nominations will be screened by an expert Committee which will make a pre-selection of no more than 15 candidates whose identities will not be made public.
A distinguished international Jury will then consider the nominees and select the Laureate who will be announced at WISE 2017, November 14-16, 2017 in Doha, Qatar.

How to Nominate:

Create an account and complete the official nomination form available on the WISE online application system.
This form should be completed in English. It should demonstrate how the individual or the team has brought about substantial change and improvement to education and made a lasting impact on a significant scale.
Self-nomination will not be accepted.

For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the 2017 WISE Prize for Education

February 2, 2017 0 comments

2016 World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE) Awards for Innovative Projects addressing Global Education Challenges (Cash Prize of $USD20,000 Prize)

by OFA November 10, 2015

written by OFA

Application Deadline: 13.00 GMT January 15, 2016.

Each year, the WISE Awards recognize and promote six successful innovative projects that are addressing global educational challenges. Since 2009, WISE has received more than 2,850 applications from over 150 countries.

The World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE), an initiative of QATAR FOUNDATION, invites applications for the 2016 WISE Awards.

The 2016 WISE Awards will identify, celebrate, and promote six innovative projects for their positive contribution to education and society. The Awards highlight initiatives found to be most creative and effective in finding solutions to education challenges at any level and in all environments. In bringing forward these models, WISE is helping build a network of recognized change-makers to inspire change in education.

Representatives of projects are invited to submit applications to demonstrate the nature and reach of their activities. Nominations of projects are also invited. Past winning projects have addressed a wide range of concerns and pursuits, including access to quality education, life-long learning opportunities, and the use of technology.

Today, 42 projects have been awarded, from a wide variety of sectors and locations for their innovative character, their positive contribution and their potential for scalability and adaptability. These projects represent a growing resource of expertise and sound educational practice.

Year by year, WISE is building a community of educational innovators which offers a fertile environment for groundbreaking collaborations. Today the WISE Awards network comprises pioneering projects that are helping bring real change to societies and communities.

Eligibility Requirements:

The 2016 WISE Awards submission procedure accepts both applications and nominations. Ongoing/existing education projects run by any type of organization

1 in any education sector

2 and from any part of the world can apply or be nominated for the WISE Awards.

Applications can only be for original works and original projects and must be submitted by a project representative working within the project.
All applicants must therefore guarantee that their organization, or they themselves, originated the project, and can not hold QATAR FOUNDATION liable for any action or claim from a third party with respect to the project submitted.
Nominations can be submitted by persons outside the organization running the project.
Nominators will be requested to identify themselves in the submission form; this information will be kept confidential by QATAR FOUNDATION.
Nominators may or may not request information from the project in order to best complete the nomination form

Selection Process:

Project representatives from any region, educational sector or level may submit applications which demonstrate the quality and impact of their activities in accordance with the criteria.
Following this global annual call for applications, a Pre-Jury composed of education experts assesses the submissions to select the Finalists.
Following this, a Jury bringing together leading personalities from the education world chooses the six Award winning projects. Winners receive global visibility along with a prize of $20,000 (US) and are honored at the annual WISE Summit.

Benefits:

The winning projects each receive international recognition, as well as a cash prize of $20,000 (US). The six winners and Finalists are given support and visibility through:

– The WISE ed.hub

– WISE media and communication channels

– WISE and Euronews film productions

– Participation in the annual WISE Summit

– The WISE Books

Members of the WISE Awards network gain global visibility and are given an opportunity to collaborate through various platforms:

WISE Communications: Projects recognized by WISE are featured on the website, showcased and shared with the WISE community via social media. WISE media partner Euronews also promotes the Award-winning projects on the weekly television magazine Learning World.

Multimedia productions: Special documentaries and videos are produced to showcase the work of the winning projects.

WISE Books: Several WISE Awards finalists and winning projects have been featured in WISE Book s which explore current challenges and solutions facing 21st-century education.

The Annual Summit: Representatives from Award winning projects are also given the opportunity to present and discuss their work at a dedicated Summit session during the annual WISE Summit in Doha, Qatar. In addition, projects are offered an opportunity to participate in global events organized in collaboration with WISE.

Timeline:

The deadline for submission of applications is January 15, 2016, 13.00 GMT.
The Pre-Jury will then review all eligible applications.
The shortlisted 15 Finalist Projects will be announced in April 2016.
The 15 Finalists may be visited onsite by the WISE film team.
An independent Innovation Assessment will be organized, as described below.
The Jury will review all the 15 Finalists and the evaluations conducted onsite.

Submit Your Project Now for the 2016 World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE) Awards

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2016 World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE) Awards

November 10, 2015 2 comments

Call for Applications

2014-15 WISE Learners’ Voice Program (All Expense paid program in Qatar and Spain)

by lanredahunsi May 8, 2014

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: June 1st 2014

The World Innovation Summit on Education invites representatives of institutions, organizations, programs and networks around the world to nominate engaged learners from very diverse backgrounds – and with outstanding or original academic/learning experiences – to participate in the WISE Learners’ Voice Program.

WISE is now looking for a further group of outstanding young learners aged 18 to 25 to apply or
be nominated to join this growing global community. They will be invited to attend the WISE Summit in Doha from November 4 to 6, as well as a pre-Summit workshop that will start on November 2, and
will be involved in year-long activities during the rest of 2014 and throughout 2015.

The 2014-15 WISE Learners’ Voice Program requires commitment to two residential sessions (10 days each). The first will take place January 3 – 15 in Doha, Qatar, and the second June 1 – 14 in Madrid, Spain (including travel days). Commitment is also required to other two – to- three – day

WISE Learners’ Voice activities throughout the year such as participation in international education conferences. Qatar Foundation will cover all fares and accommodation costs for the selected Learners.
Learners can either apply personally or be nominated.

Nominate a learner to take part in the Program

WISE invites representatives of institutions, organizations, programs and networks around the
world to nominate engaged learners with outstanding or original academic/learning experiences to participate in the WISE Learners’ Voice Program.

WISE is seeking to form a group of individuals from diverse educational paths and cultural backgrounds.

Individual application:

apply personally to take part in the Program WISE is also inviting highly motivated learners to apply for the Learners’ Voice Program by submitting an application form that needs to be endorsed by
two referees.

Learner Selection Criteria

Age and status:
Participants must be between the ages of 18 and 25 on November 2, 2014. All students must be considered legal adults in their home country.
Availability:
Participants must be available to travel to Doha, Qatar, and be able and willing to participate in the full WISE Learners’ Voice event beginning at 9:00 on November 2 , 2014 and ending at 16:00 on November 6 , 2014.
Participants must be available to take part in two residential sessions (10 days each) January 3 –15 in Doha, Qatar, and June 1– 14 in Madrid, Spain (including travel days), as well as other two – to – three-day WISE Learners’ Voice activities throughout the year.
Participants must be willing to contribute to online discussions prior to the event and to work with the WISE Team to prepare for a successful WISE Summit.
Continuing involvement and participation: Participants must be willing to continue their involvement with the WISE initiative following the WISE Summit and participate in other events and activities during the remainder of 2014 and throughout 2015 and beyond.
All participants must hold a passport that is valid for at least 18 months following the WISE Summit to be held on November 4 – 6, 2014.
College/university or training program attendance:
All participants should be currently enrolled in (or recently graduated from) a course of study at a recognized college, university or training program.
Social engagement:
All participants should be able to demonstrate their engagement in wider social networks or communities of practice broadly associated with their studies and their professional interests.
Professional and wider interests:
Participants should be able to demonstrate interest in education and other wider global development issues.
Personality:
Participants should be personable and able to work well in multicultural, multinational teams.
Communication skills:
Participants should be comfortable with presenting and speaking in public.
Language skills:
All participants should be proficient in spoken and written English.

All nominators and applicants must agree to respect all final participant selection decisions made by the WISE Team. No appeal or claim will be accepted

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the World Innovation Summit for Education

Visit the Learner’s Voice Blog: http://learnersvoice.tumblr.com/

Contact the WISE Team at [email protected]

May 8, 2014 0 comments

Call for Applications Calls for Nominations

World Innovation Summit for Education Learners’ Voice Program 2013.

by lanredahunsi May 24, 2013

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: June 25, 2013, 18.00 GMT.

World Innovation Summit for Education is now looking for a further 30 outstanding young learners aged 18 to 25 to apply or be nominated to join this growing global community. They will be invited to attend the WISE Summit in Doha from October 29 to 31, as well as a pre-Summit workshop that will start on October 27, and may be involved in year-long activities during the rest of 2013 and throughout 2014. Qatar Foundation will cover all fares and accommodation costs for the selected Learners.

An Ongoing Year-Long Program

WISE Learners’ Voice brings the views of students to the issue of rethinking education. The Program builds their communication, entrepreneurship, and leadership skills to ensure that decision-makers hear their all-important voice, and that they are prepared to take on leading roles in their field and the education world.

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A Growing and Active Community

In 2013, 30 outstanding young people aged 18 to 25 will be joining the WISE Learners’ network. The Call for Nominations and Applications will be open until June 25, 2013, 18.00 GMT.

The current Learners’ Voice community consists of 78 Learners who were recruited in 2010, 2011 and 2012. They are from diverse backgrounds and disciplines, and from all around the world. They share a passion for education, and together they represent the unique perspective of the learning community in WISE.

The 2012 Learners, who played an active role in last year’s Summit, are currently taking part in a year-long Executive Education Program that combines online sessions, theoretical lectures, practical workshops and project-based work. They are also making their voice heard at a number of international conferences and will present their work at the 2013 WISE Summit.

Learners can either apply personally or be nominated.

Nominate a learner to take part in the Program

WISE invites representatives of institutions, organizations, programs and networks around the world to nominate highly motivated learners with outstanding or original academic/learning experiences to participate in the WISE Learners’ Voice Program. WISE is seeking to form a group of individuals from diverse educational paths and cultural backgrounds

As a learner, apply personally to take part in the Program

WISE is also inviting highly motivated learners to apply for the Learners’ Voice Program by submitting an application form that needs to be endorsed by 2 referees.

Learner Selection Criteria

1. Age and status: Participants must be between the ages of 18 and 25 on October 29, 2013.
All students must be considered legal adults in their home country.

2. Availability: Participants must be available to travel to Doha, Qatar, and be able and willing to participate in the full WISE Learners’ Voice event beginning at 9:00 on October 27, 2013 and ending at 16:00 on October 31, 2013.

3. Participants should be willing to contribute to online discussions prior to the event and to work with the WISE Team to prepare for a successful WISE Summit.

4. Continuing involvement and participation: Participants should be willing to continue their involvement with the WISE initiative following the WISE Summit and participate in other events and activities during the remainder of 2013 and throughout 2014 and beyond. In particular, the WISE Learners’ Voice Program is designing 3 short residential education workshops (5 to 10 days each) to take place in December 2013, June 2014 and October/November 2014, just before the Summit.

5. All participants must hold a passport that is valid for at least 18 months following the WISE Summit to be held October 29-31, 2013.

6. College/university or training program attendance: All participants should be currently enrolled in (or recently graduated from) a course of study at a recognized college, university or training program.

7. Social engagement: All participants should be able to demonstrate their engagement in wider social networks or communities of practice broadly associated with their studies and their professional interests.

8. Professional and wider interests: Participants should be able to demonstrate interest in education and other wider global development issues.

9. Personality: Participants should be personable and able to work well in multicultural, multinational teams.

10. Communication skills: Participants should be comfortable with presenting and speaking in public.

11. Language skills: All participants should be proficient in spoken and written English.

12. All nominators and applicants must agree to respect all final participant selection decisions made by the WISE Team. No appeal or claim will be accepted.

Completed forms should be submitted online at www.wise-qatar.org

May 24, 2013 0 comments