1. Greater Arizona eLearning Association GAZEL Overview www.gazel.org February 2011 Steve Peters 520 321-1309 stevepeters@tucsonlink.org

2. e SATS GAZEL Greater Arizona eLearning Association www.gazel.org Statewide High Tech Industry Cluster Support Arizona eLearning companies in creating advanced eLearning technologies and services, and increasing their share of revenues in the growing global eLearning market Expand the consumer base by:  promoting collaboration and eLearning as an effective tool for education, training and conducting business on a local and global level  supporting eLearning consumers and practitioners in implementing eLearning projects to effectively address the needs of their organization Dual Mission

3. e SATS GAZEL Greater Arizona eLearning Association www.gazel.org GAZEL Affiliates Affiliates Include:  eLearning industry representatives  Business and education consumers of eLearning technologies and services  eLearning practitioners  related businesses, organizations and institutions that support the industry GAZEL is an alliance of educators, eLearning practitioners, and consumers and providers of eLearning technology and services.

4. e SATS GAZEL Greater Arizona eLearning Association www.gazel.org Arizona eLearning Industry Estimated $3 Billion + Industry In Arizona eLearning Markets  Education - K-12, Colleges & Universities  Business & Industry  Government and military  Individuals and lifelong learners

5. e SATS GAZEL Greater Arizona eLearning Association www.gazel.org Arizona Companies Develop and provide a broad spectrum of technologies and services  Digital Curriculum and Curriculum Repositories  Broadband Connectivity, Routers, Computers  Content and learning management systems  Online education and training programs  Simulations  Web casting and web conferencing  Consulting and Services  eLearning research  More

6. e SATS GAZEL Greater Arizona eLearning Association www.gazel.org Industry Benefits GAZEL will help eLearning enterprises:  develop business opportunities and enhance business practices  develop advanced technologies and services  develop strategic partnerships  network with consumers and industry colleagues  engage in professional development opportunities  collaborate on issues for the common good (examples)  marketing /PR initiatives - eLearning and the industry  education and workforce development  eLearning research  developing a supportive business climate

7. e SATS GAZEL Greater Arizona eLearning Association www.gazel.org Consumer Benefits For Consumers GAZEL will:  educate you about eLearning benefits and opportunities  provide professional development experiences  help you find Arizona resources, technologies, services and support to create eLearning initiatives to effectively address the needs of your organization  facilitate networking with other eLearning professionals  present best practices

8. e SATS GAZEL Greater Arizona eLearning Association www.gazel.org What We Plan To Do  GAZEL/Industry community portal  eNewsLetters and e-mail broadcasts  An Arizona online eLearning Industry Directory (to do)  Trade shows, educational events, and product demonstrations for networking, and business and professional development  Legislative and policy advocacy on behalf of the industry  Special Projects, such as collaborative marketing /PR initiatives that promote eLearning and the industry

9. e SATS GAZEL Greater Arizona eLearning Association www.gazel.org What We Plan To Do (2)  Strategic relationships with other business, technology and education organizations  Support Community initiatives such as ESATS, the eLearning System For Arizona Teachers and Students  Provide Forums to share industry knowledge, white papers, etc.  Encourage and provide access to eLearning research in Arizona

10. e SATS GAZEL Greater Arizona eLearning Association www.gazel.org Some Things We Have Done  GAZEL Web Site / Community Portal (in process)  eNewsletters and e-mail broadcasts  Annual eLearning CEO Breakfast  eLearning Research initiatives  eLearning Charity Golf Tournament  Networking events  eSATS and One Lap Per Child Initiatives  Leadership In eLearning Arizona eLearning Conference, Expo and Networking Event - May 2006  eLearning and Collaboration in the Global Economy - Arizona eLearning Policy and Strategy Summit Feb. 2008  eLearning Research Workshop

11. Greater Arizona eLearning Association February 2011 Steve Peters 520 321-1309 stevepeters@tucsonlink.org GAZEL Overview www.gazel.org