Actively Seeking Partners and Sponsors
Exploring Emerging Technologies for Lifelong Learning and Success (#EmTech) is a free, self-paced online learning opportunity sponsored by the State University of New York (SUNY), designed to help learners worldwide build digital literacy and 21st-century skills. We’re actively seeking partners and sponsors to expand our impact and reach.
Why Partner with EmTech?
Empower Lifelong Learners
Help individuals develop essential skills in communication, collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking through hands-on exploration of emerging technologies.
Adaptable for Diverse Needs
EmTech is flexible and can be tailored for various audiences, including students, educators, and professionals. Institutions can integrate EmTech into their programs to support digital literacy and lifelong learning.
Collaborative Development
Partners can contribute to the growth of EmTech by sharing resources, providing feedback, and participating in research to continually enhance the learning experience.
Join Us in Making a Global Impact
Since its inception, EmTech has reached 38,000 learners in more than 151 countries. With your support, we can extend our reach and provide valuable learning opportunities to even more individuals worldwide.
Project History
EmTech’s inspiration emerged through a series of professional development initiatives aimed at improving digital and media literacy. Our two decades of history, unheard of in the realm of educational technologies, have built an online community that supports lifelong learners at all levels.
| 1996 | Inspired by 23 Things – a Charlotte Mecklenburg Library (NC) library staff professional development initiative |
| 2010 | Graduate course assignment – “Introduction to Information Technologies,” Department of Library & Information Studies, University at Buffalo. |
| 2012 | Tools of Engagement Project (TOEP) – SUNY-wide faculty professional development |
| 2016 | EmTech University at Buffalo Professional Pathways Grant award |
| 2017 | EmTech SUNY Innovative Instruction Technology Grant (IITG) award |
| 2018 | EmTech Pilot launched |
| 2018 | EmTech Official Project launch |
| 2021 | EmTech Version #2 launched |
Reach out and partner with us today! We’re actively seeking individuals, institutions, and corporations to contribute to this valuable learning opportunity!
Together, let’s empower learners worldwide and shape a future of digital literacy for all!
Roberta (Robin) Sullivan, Director, rrs@buffalo.edu
Exploring Emerging Technologies for Lifelong Learning and Success (#EmTech)
Emerging Technologies Librarian (Emeritus)
University at Buffalo, State University of New York
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