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Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec

World of learning 2005

15 and 16 November 2005, NEC, Birmingham

World of Learning 2005 is the training industryís premier event to source, research, test and evaluate the full range of integrated training solutions, technologies and venues available.

Highlights include:
The inaugural Future of Learning Forum featuring an international panel of leading industry figures from the US, Europe and the UK

A world class conference programme with high profile industry experts and innovative case studies

The new experiential learning zone allowing ëhands-oní experience of interactive learning techniques and invaluable team-building exercises at the exhibition

Invaluable networking opportunities including group wine tasting!

Free interactive product demonstrations and company presentations

An extensive range of over 100 exhibitors showcasing the total blend of training solutions from instructor-led training, training venues and distance learning to e-learning, management development and training software.

2005 is set to be the best year yet for the highly successful World of Learning. Now in its 14th year, the event has firmly established itself as the key date in the diary for training suppliers and buyers.

World of Learning is the perfect forum to seek out new products and services, keep abreast of the very latest and forthcoming trends, find practical inspiration and source buyers and suppliers. With exhibitors and visitors from across the country, the event offers great networking potential in a unique, lively and dynamic atmosphere.

Following the success of last yearís show, stands are selling out fast for 2005. Among the exhibitors who have already secured their space are Saba Software, BBC Worldwide Learning, the British Computer Society, FutureMedia, Hilton Hotels, Eastnor Castle, National College for School Leadership, The Training Foundation, Anglo American Book Company, The Outward Bound Trust, Atlantic Link, Deltanet International, Epic Group, Hewlett-Packard, PC Coaching, Linac, New Wave Learning and e2train.

The inaugural Future of Learning Forum is taking place on 16 November 2005.

An international panel of leading industry experts is coming together to debate ëThe Future of Learning,í and, in addition, will be taking questions directly from delegates and VIPs. Non-delegates will have the chance to view the session via large screens in the main hall.

Participants include Brandon Hall, who will be contributing live by satellite from the US, Jay Cross, Founder of Internet Time Group (US), Ed Marsh, Head of Learning & Development, EMEA, Hewlett-Packard (Europe), Fabrizio Cardinali, Vice President, eLearning Industry Group & CEO at Guinti Interactive Labs (Europe), Diana Laurillard, Head of the e-Learning Strategy Group and the Department for Education & Skills (UK) and Ian Turner, Business Development Manager at Microsoft (UK).

Two of the best-known names in training are offering the benefit of their knowledge and expertise in two free seminar sessions. The subject of softskills in e-learning will be put under the spotlight by Donald Clark, CEO of Epic Group, while Alistair Morrison of the British Learning Association (BLA) will be providing the latest information on the BLAís new Quality Mark.

Free ipod!
Offering excellent value for money, the cost of attending the conference for one day is just 475, while the full two-day conference is 865.

In addition, delegates booking and attending the full two-day conference will also receive a free iPOD.

**Pre-register for your chance to win one of 80 golf or spa weekends**
Visitors who both pre-register and attend World of Learning 2005 will be entered into a free draw to win a weekend at the luxurious Whittlebury Hall in Northamptonshire (www.whittleburyhall.co.uk) including dinner, bed and breakfast as well as a choice of a golf or spa experience. (Please visit www.learnevents.com for full terms and conditions)

World of Learning is open from 10am each day, closing at 5pm on Tuesday 15 November and 4pm on Wednesday 16 November.

For further information, to pre-register, to book conference sessions or to register for the free seminars call the hotline on 44 (0)20 8394 5171 or visit www.learnevents.com