eLearning Centers

Our vision is to establish eLearning Centers (eLCs) in many major cities or regions in Europe and the former Soviet Union. We have installed 16 eLearning Centers so far in eastern Europe and Central Asia.  They are being set up in both small and large population centers in the more remote regions where they are particularly needed.  If you would like to see a presentation from one of our recent eLearning Center installation trips click here. These eLearning Centers consist of 6 to 10 computers networked together and linked to email and are being used:

1. to train missionaries, church pastors/leaders, and national workers in eastern Europe and the former Soviet Union in computer literacy skills, including...

• typing, basic computer operations, and concepts 
• Windows XP, basic MSWord, and MSOffice software
• computer maintenance
• email and Internet usage and research collaboration software for peer and mentor support while serving in remote locations
• using computers for distance learning

2. to provide access to computer-based learning opportunities for pastors, church leaders, and adult believers in the areas of:

• Bible software and Bible reference tools
• Bible foundations
• Christian life leadership skills
• Bible school and seminary courses

3. where the eLC is located in a Bible school or seminary, to train staff, faculty, and graduates in the development of distance learning courses—particularly in the areas of course design, construction, and delivery and also in mentoring/facilitation of computer-based learning.
   
4. to link Christian pastors and leaders who cannot come for long-term resident studies at a Bible school or seminary with resident faculty and students via email.
   
5. to develop courses and tools for evangelism and discipleship in the language and culture of the country where the eLC is located.
   
6. to provide opportunities for outreach and evangelism through the provision of computer training courses to the general public.

In order to establish these eLearning Centers, we need small teams of people with technical skills who can come to Europe for two weeks to install computers, set up networks, and train national workers how to maintain and manage them.  If you would be interested in leading or joining such a team, please contact us! To see the latest progress on installing eLearning Centers and find out ways you can help provide this valuable resource click here