e-learning - The next big wave: How e-learning will enable the transformation of education

After having analyzed the motivations that lead to a revision of the teaching and learning models, baring in mind the European Union initiatives, we now analyze different possible views of e-learning, both from a technological perspective and through a more global and integrated approach. IBM has decided to participate in this transformation challenge and, after an accurate analysis of all aspects of the phenomenon and the realization inside the company of wide e-learning strategies, is ready for the education world, as a partner able to handle complex projects, both in the academic and corporate environments. We present the IBM role in the EU initiatives and in the public-private partnerships started by the commission. We also outline the IBM education model, useful to building learning projects with a "blended" methodology.