Brave Dolphin Tender: Results Announcement
This announcement concerns the Tender Procedure BRAVE-DOLPHIN-RFP_12_2020 for subcontracting services in the framework of the Brave Dolphin project.
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Brave Dolphin: Tender Announcement
SQLearn S.A., within the framework of its running project entitled “Brave Dolphin”, supported by Grant from Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway through the EEA Financial Mechanism 2014 – 2021 in the frame of the Programme “Business Innovation Greece”, is conducting a tender procedure to receive proposals regarding the provision of “Consultancy services for VR training modules storyboard development – 4 scenarios”.
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Brave Dolphin: The ultimate VR training tool for maritime emergencies
The shipping industry is one of the most exposed to exceptionally challenging conditions such as operating in dangerous environments and coming across with high economic and ecological risks. Safety is one of the most crucial factors and as the great majority of onboard accidents involve human errors, the industry invests a lot on the training of seafarers.
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SeaHealth: Completion of the project’s first educational unit
The development of SeaHealth’s first e-learning module, entitled “Basic Life Support”, has been completed. This module will be the reference model for the first evaluation of platform’s learning service quality. At the same time, the development of the other modules is in progress and they will soon be delivered to their potential users for evaluation.
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Marine Learning Systems to integrate SQLearn course library for improved maritime safety training
Through a content partnership, SQLearn’s modern library of interactive e-learning courses is now available on Marine Learning Systems’ advanced training and assessment platform, which is built specifically for the maritime industry.
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E-learning gains ground in maritime training
Training budgets for seafarers continue to rise around the world, while e-learning gains ground in maritime training, according to the MarTID 2020 Training Practices Report.
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E-learning courses for shipping companies in Russian
Russia is one of the five largest supply countries for seafarers, both officers and ratings, while Russian is one of the official languages of IMO! SQLearn’s library of e-learning courses for seafarers, Dolphin Library is now available in Russian!
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Educational modules of the “SeaHealth” project
Ιn the framework of the “SeaHealth” project, the research team of EKPA, in collaboration with SQLearn and DANAOS, carried out a study to record the training needs of the potential users of the online platform, so as for the project team to decide on the educational modules that will be developed.
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Day of the Seafarer: Partnership focuses on mariner training
On IMO’s International Day of the Seafarer, two companies have clubbed together to focus on improving maritime safety through training mariners
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Green-Jakobsen and SQLearn announce their strategic partnership
Green-Jakobsen and SQLearn are excited to announce the settlement of their partnership. By focusing on the human element, the two companies have the common goal to improve safety for maritime companies and this partnership will help them enrich their business and provide newer services.
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SQLearn awarded ISO 27001:2013 certification
SQLearn, consistent with its corporate values of reliability and innovation, and having Information Security as top priority, was certified for ISO 27001: 2013 by TÜV AUSTRIA HELLAS. The certification ensures that SQLearn complies with the best practices and the extensive requirements of the best known international standard for personal data management and information security.
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Smart ships from a training perspective
Smart ships are already a reality, and it is up to software developers to properly connect the dots of the big data that are assembled and provide correlations that will actually help shipping companies’ management to make decisions based on facts and emerging patterns.
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SQLearn offers COVID-19 awareness e-learning course to the shipping community
Further to the latest developments of the coronavirus pandemic and its effect on the global economy and especially in the shipping industry, SQLearn has developed an e-learning course to create awareness for the COVID-19 pandemic based on IMO advice and relevant WHO guidance.
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SQLearn’s e-learning solutions help shipping companies to ensure business continuity and minimize risk during the COVID-19 pandemic
SQLearn allows shipping companies to continue their training schedule without interruptions by providing ABS certified e-learning system and courses for onboard and ashore safety training on STCW topics.
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Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) awareness
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Synchronous training & teleconference platform- Keep training safely!
SQLearn provides the perfect solution for companies and educational institutes in order to ensure their smooth operation.
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Oil major identifies SQLearn’s e-learning system operated by Prime Marine Management as a best practice
SQLearn is pleased to announce that the company’s e-learning system used by Prime Marine Management was deemed a “best practice” by a major oil company during a recent audit.
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Spyros Goumas: “SQLearn builds the future of maritime e-learning”
Dedicated to building a modern approach to maritime training, SQLearn has brought a number of disruptions in the field such as the concept of interactive e-learning courses and real time connection with vessels. The company was founded in 2006 by Spyros Goumas, a visionary and inspired personality who has worked in the professional training sector for the last 30 years.
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SQLearn in the heart of Piraeus
SQLearn inaugurated its new office space in Piraeus on January 30, 2020. Various representatives from the maritime industry, the insurance and banking sector, the academic society and the public sector attended the event.
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Greek shipowners boost safety and crew competence via SQLearn’s e-learning services
Kyklades Maritime Corp and Modion Maritime Management are the latest Greek shipowners to adopt e-learning to enhance their seafarers’ abilities to successfully manage stressful challenges and make effective decisions. These ship operators have both contracted SQLearn to provide e-learning programs on board their tankers and dry cargo ships.
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SQLearn and Ascensia Diabetes Care seal their strong partnership
SQLearn and Ascensia Diabetes Care have completed two years of a successful collaboration. During this period SQLearn has provided a range of e-learning services based on the needs of its partner.
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SQLearn: Nominee for the Innovation & Technology award by NBG
SQLearn is proud to announce that is among the 20 finalists to receive one of the awards of the 10th Innovation & Technology Competition held by the National Bank of Greece!
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SQLearn and Prevention at Sea have launched the new innovative e-learning course “IMO 2020 Sulphur Cap”
“IMO 2020 Sulphur Cap” is a revolutionary e-learning course developed by SQLearn and Prevention at Sea (PAS) and launched on November 15th, 2019.
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SQLearn welcomes its new partnership with Kyklades Maritime Corporation
SQLearn is delighted to announce its new partnership with Kyklades Maritime Corporation by providing e-learning services for its entire fleet of 19 vessels via the Dolphin System.
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37th Athens Marathon – The Authentic: We will all be there!
SQLearn will participate for the first time in the Authentic Athens Marathon on November 10, 2019. Starting from Amalias Street, the team of SQLearn will run the 5km route, aiming not only to finish at the Panathenaic Stadium but also to give prominence to the social work carried out by the Voluntary Ministry of Hospital Patients.
DetailsModion Maritime Management collaborates with SQLearn to provide high-quality training
SQLearn proudly announces its collaboration with Modion Maritime Management, providing e-learning services for the entire of its operating fleet of 9 dry bulk carrier vessels.
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SQLearn presents TMS at the 5th ShipIT Conference
SQLearn participates in the 5th ShipIT Conference at Benaki Museum Amphitheatre on the 26th of September 2019 and presents Training Management System (TMS), a web-based system that gives companies a complete training management and reporting environment for both e-learning and classroom activities.
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SQLearn’s major role in digitalization of shipping
Digitization sheds light on ship performance and SQLearn is proud to be part of it. A sample of the company’s contribution to the digitalization of shipping is its collaboration with the international operator, owner and manager of LNG carriers, GasLog Ltd., providing e-learning services for a fleet of 27 vessels.
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SQLearn: New digital innovation for maritime
A new initiative, aiming to solve the time-consuming management of the large volume of training certificates in the field of shipping, is designed by SQLearn, in collaboration with the American classification society ABS and the i4M Lab research laboratory of the University of the Aegean.
DetailsPrime Marine Management chooses SQLearn for its training needs
SQLearn is pleased to announce that Prime Marine Management has chosen the company’s innovative e-learning system in order to enhance e-learning on board and ashore. Prime Marine Management uses SQLearn’s suite of specialized services for the shipping industry in a fleet of 40 vessels.
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SQLearn becomes a member of INTERCARGO
We are excited to announce that SQLearn is now an Associate Member of INTERCARGO (International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners).
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Ballast water: Are you well prepared?
Can you imagine how devastating could the impacts of untreated ballast water be?
Learn everything you need to know about ballast water management and treatment from SQLearn’s e-learning courses for effective implementation of the BWM Convention and avoid ballast water violation and penalties.
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SQLearn: Leading player in the global E-Learning VR market
SQLearn proudly announces that, according to Zion Market Research, is one of the key participants operating in the global e-learning virtual reality market among other prestigious companies such as Avantis Systems, eLearning Studios, Enlighten, Google, Immerse, LearnBrite, Lenovo, MOOC Solutions, Oculus VR, etc.
DetailsGasLog Ltd. and SQLearn SA collaboration, a major success!
SQLearn proudly announces its collaboration with the international operator, owner and manager of LNG carriers, GasLog Ltd., providing e-learning services from its Dolphin Platforms for the entire of its operating fleet of 27 vessels.
DetailsSeaHealth: Research on dealing with medical incidents onboard
Maritime personnel is a key determinant for the development of the online training platform that will be created in the context of SeaHealth project, for dealing with medical incidents onboard.
DetailsRussian e-learning courses for maritime
Russia is one of the five largest supply countries for seafarers, both officers and ratings, while Russian is one of the official languages of IMO! SQLearn’s library of interactive e-learning courses for seafarers and shipping companies, the so-called Dolphin Library will be soon available in Russian too!
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Latsco Marine Management Inc. trusts SQLearn’s e-learning system
We are pleased to announce that Latsco Marine Management has chosen SQLearn’s innovative e-learning system and e-learning courses for its entire fleet of 27 vessels. SQLearn is the first to use e-learning for the advancement of maritime training with flexible, interactive and reflective learning techniques.
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SQLearn at the 12th Insurance Conference
SQLearns’s CEO, Spyros Goumas, participated in the 12th Insurance Conference by Ethos Events, 28 May 2019 at InterContinental Athenaeum Athens, as a member of the panel discussion about the new trends and innovative products of the insurance market.
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Allianz and SQLearn celebrate three years of successful partnership!
SQLearn, the specialized provider of e-learning services, and Allianz, one of the leading insurance companies, celebrate three years of an excellent partnership. Through these years, Allianz has trusted SQLearn for the training and certification of its network of 1.000 partners.
DetailsEuronav selects SQLearn’s e-learning courses and system
SQLearn proudly announces its collaboration with the large tanker company Euronav, providing e-learning courses from its Dolphin Library and Dolphin System for the EURONAV Ship Management Hellas & SAS operating fleet of 52 vessels.
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Real Dolphin: Virtual Reality in maritime training, a fascinating world!
Focused on providing new methods, technologies, and interactive learning solutions, SQLearn proceeds with designing and developing Virtual Reality applications, in order to transform training into a lifelike experience. SQLearn, as part of its Dolphin Platforms, has opened up this fascinating world by creating Real Dolphin, that combines virtual reality technology with innovative e-learning resources.
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SQLearn participates in Crew Connect Europe 2019
How about improving maritime training using a range of innovative and effective products? Dolphin Platforms are the path to a win-win solution! Join us at Crew Connect Europe, 10-11 April 2019 at Empire Riverside Hotel, Hamburg.
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SQLearn becomes a member of INTERTANKO
We are excited to announce that SQLearn is now an Associate Member of INTERTANKO (International Association of Independent Tanker Owners), the voice of independent tanker owners worldwide. Its network consists of over 400 both full and associate members, controlling more than 3.900 tanker vessels. Being a part of INTERTANKO will allow us to join a big network for facilitating cooperation and sharing knowledge with partners.
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Dolphin Library: The maritime library
SQLearn designed a library of interactive e-learning courses that covers the training needs of the shipping companies and provides a modern way to improve safety for maritime. The e- learning courses are based on STCW topics that cover national, international and flag requirements.
DetailsPlaying Serious Games with Virtual Reality
The vivid experiences created using virtual reality technology offer unsurpassed scenario-based training opportunities. Now easily deployable at sea or on land, seafarers can play “serious games” with an autonomous device that generates interactive games designed to achieve specific training goals.
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Take care of yourself- do it like a Resilient Dolphin!
When maritime incidents occur the responses include mainly regulation and identification of training needs. However, the human factor should also be addressed in a continuous effort to decrease human error in the maritime sector.
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Cyber Security & GDPR for maritime
Cyber security: the basic prerequisite for the protection of the smooth operation of each shipping company can now be secured through SQLearn’s new e-learning courses.
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Seahealth – An innovative co-funded project
SQLearn, a Greek company specializing in e-learning, aspires to provide new innovative solutions to improve the level of medical care provided on board within the framework of SeaHealth project.
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SQLearn presents Dolphin System at 4th ShipIT Conference
SQLearn participates in the 4th ShipIT Conference at Benaki Museum Amphitheatre on the 26th of September 2018 and presents Dolphin System, an innovative solution for maritime training, consisting of an e-learning platform that facilitates onboard and ashore training.
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SQLearn participates in SMM 2018
SQLearn participates in SMM, the leading trade fair for the maritime industry in Hamburg, 4-7 September.
Meet our representatives at HEMEXPO at the National Pavilion of Greece and learn more about our innovative e-learning services, Dolphin Platforms!
SQLearn participates in Posidonia 2018
SQLearn, the first company to use e-learning for the advancement of maritime training, participates in Posidonia 2018, 4-8 June 2018 at Athens Metropolitan Expo Centre.
DetailsE-learning system in the Merchant Marine Academy of Crete
The e-Learning system that SQLearn provides free of charge for the next three years to all ten Merchant Marine Academies (MMA) in Greece, within the content of the cooperation with the Ministry of Shipping and Island Policy was presented on Friday 4th of May 2018 in the Merchant Marine Academy of Crete. After the presentation…
DetailsE-learning system in the Merchant Marine Academy of Syros
The e-Learning system that SQLearn provides free of charge for the next three years to all ten Merchant Marine Academies (MMA) in Greece, within the content of the cooperation with the Ministry of Shipping and Island Policy was presented on Thursday 10th of May 2018 in the Merchant Marine Academy of Syros. After the presentation…
DetailsE-learning system in the Merchant Marine Academy of Hydra
The e-Learning system that SQLearn provides free of charge for the next three years to all ten Merchant Marine Academies (MMA) in Greece, within the content of the cooperation with the Ministry of Shipping and Island Policy was presented on Wednesday 25th of April 2018 in the Merchant Marine Academy of Hydra. After the presentation…
DetailsE-learning system in the Merchant Marine Academy of Aspropyrgos
The e-Learning system that SQLearn provides free of charge for the next three years to all ten Merchant Marine Academies (MMA) in Greece, within the content of the cooperation with the Ministry of Shipping and Island Policy was presented on Wednesday 14th of February 2018 in the Merchant Marine Academy of Aspropyrgos. The presentation took…
DetailsE-learning system in the Merchant Marine Academies of Epirus and Ionian Islands
The e-Learning system that SQLearn provides free of charge for the next three years to all ten Merchant Marine Academies (MMA) in Greece, within the content of the cooperation with the Ministry of Shipping and Island Policy was presented on Thursday 15th of March 2018 in the MMA of Epirus in Preveza and on Friday 16th of March 2018 in the MMA of Ionian Islands in Argostoli.
DetailsE-learning system in the Merchant Marine Academy of Macedonia
The e-Learning system that SQLearn provides free of charge for the next three years to all ten Merchant Marine Academies (MMA) in Greece, within the content of the cooperation with the Ministry of Shipping and Island Policy was presented on Friday 20th of April 2018 in the MMA of Macedonia to more than 200 students.
DetailsE-learning system in the Merchant Marine Academy of Kymi
The e-Learning system that SQLearn provides free of charge for the next three years to all ten Merchant Marine Academies (MMA) in Greece, within the content of the cooperation with the Ministry of Shipping and Island Policy was presented on Tuesday 27th of February 2018 in the Merchant Marine Academy of Kymi.
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Sponsorship to Merchant Marine Academies
Sponsorship for e-Learning Management System to Merchant Marine Academies by SQLearn
SQLearn provides free of charge for the next three years an integrated e-Learning system to all ten Merchant Marine Academies (MMA) in Greece, within the content of the cooperation with the Ministry of Shipping and Island Policy.
DetailsSQLearn: Certified Quality !
With the aim to fully satisfy its customers and in order to ensure high quality and continuous improvement of operations, SQLearn’s quality management system is certified according to the new international standard ISO 9001:2015 by TÜV AUSTRIA HELLAS for the provision of e-learning services.
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GDPR compliance in e-learning systems
European Union’s (EU) new General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR for short) regulates the processing by an individual, a company or an organisation of personal data relating to individuals in the EU.
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SQLearn participates at V.Ships Crew Conference
SQLearn is proud to announce its participation at V.Ships Crew Conference on 21-23 November 2017 in Batumi, Georgia
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SQLearn participates in isalos.net conference
SQLearn successfully participated in the conference “I choose shipping” organized by the shipping magazine “Naftika Chronika” and the educational initiative Isalos.net on November 4, 2017.
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Resilience training for maritime
Resilience training for maritime is a concept that becomes more and more common and can prove to be of high importance to seafarers’ safety.
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SQLearn participates at Cruise Inn 2017
SQLearn participated in the event titled “Cruise Inn” 2017. Spyros Goumas, the CEO of SQLearn gave an informative speech to the participants of the event as the official representative of Hemexpo group.
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SQLearn participates to GSS-VET partner meeting
SQLearn successfully participated in the event organized for the GSS-VET partners in Spain, as the guidelines of every Erasmus project require. The progress of the project was discussed during the meting as well as further actions and components that will be completed until the next partners meeting that will take place in Plovdiv, Bulgaria.
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SQLearn introduces VLMS box
SQLearn introduces VLMS box, a hardware solution for onboard training
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SQLearn exhibits at Seatrade Cruise Global 2017
SQLearn will exhibit at Seatrade Cruise Global, 13-16 March, Fort Lauderdale Broward County Convention Center. SQLearn provides custom e-learning solutions designed and developed especially for shipping companies: vLMS, a web based e-learning system specifically designed for the shipping industry, helping crews to access training content and assessments from ashore and from vessels. Design and development…
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Using Virtual Reality in e-learning courses
Virtual reality applications can be effectively used in order to train professionals and combined with the capabilities of e-learning, can provide a unique approach to advance the ways people work and learn using their personal computer.
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SQLearn invites you to Get to know WIMA Conference & Exhibition
SQLearn invites you to attend Get to Know WIMA, February 22 in Limassol. SQLearn will present e-learning services for maritime companies including e-learning courses about resilience and the upcoming e-learning maritime library.
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Resilience e-learning modules for shipping companies
SQLearn develops e-learning material on Resilience related topics. The aim is the improvement of crew’s (including all ranks) capacity to successfully deal with stressful personal or professional challenges or events and take effective decisions.
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Microlearning in corporate training
Microlearning is a way of teaching content. In microlearning, content is divided into small chunks that are requested by and taught to learners on an as-needed basis
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SQLearn becomes a member of WIMA
SQLearn joins WIMA, the Worldwide Industrial & Marine Association), a non-profit association of marine oriented companies
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Business sustainability using training solutions
Business sustainability using continuous training solutions helps companies to embrace a culture of “investing in people”. Companies invest in training their employees rather than hiring new people which can be much more costly on different levels. Most companies nowadays want to invest in retaining their people – and developing that pool – so they keep employees well trained and up-to-date so that they can respond to the company’s ever-changing needs.
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Maritime custom safety training
The main benefit of online training when it comes to maritime safety and compliance is that employees can be reached everywhere, all over the world, at any time.
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E-learning and career development
Every company should provide career development paths and the required learning programs that will enable the employees to develop the necessary knowledge and skills.
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Cyber Security e-learning course for shipping companies
The data exchange between vessels and ashore systems has greatly increased in the past years as well as the need for training seafarers and ashore personnel for cyber security threats. SQLearn has developed an e-learning course that covers the most important aspects of Cyber Security and is address to both seafarers (mainly officers) and ashore personnel.
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SQLearn at the 2nd Ship IT Conference
SQLearn is sponsoring the 2nd Ship IT Conference that will take place on Thursday, September 29, 2016 at the Benaki Museum Amphitheatre, 138 Pireos Street.
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Maritime e-learning, a learning and development tool
The current speed of change means that employees need to be trained continuously in order for shipping companies to avoid the dangers of being out-thought and outdated by the fast growing maritime regulatory framework. Traditional learning is expensive, takes a long time and results can vary. E-learning is faster, cheaper and provides a high return of investment.
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SQLearn at SMM Hamburg 2016
SQLearn will exhibit at SMM 2016, 6-9 September 2016 at Hamburg Messe
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Reflect on safety presentation at ITOSF 2016
Cpt Ioannis Theodorakas from Theta Marine Consulting will make a presentation entitled “Reflect on safety” in the REGULATIONS and TRAINING session of ITOSF 2016 conference that will be held on 22/6/2016
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Ex.Tra3D News: Intellectual Output 1 Completion
In the frame of European project, Ex.Tra 3D which is coordinated by SQLearn, Intellectual Output 1 was completed in the period from 01-09-2015 to 30-05-2016. Intellectual Output 1 focuses on the research, identification and elaboration of training needs in the area of customer service. This was achieved through a series of distinct activities: Customers’ questionnaire…
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SQLearn press release for Posidonia 2016
SQLearn is a Greek company founded in 2006 and a specialized provider of e-learning services with solutions customized for the shipping industry.
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SQLearn joins HEMEXPO as associate member
SQLearn joins the Hellenic Marine Equipment Manufacturers & Exporters (HEMEXPO) as associate member.
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The flipped classroom model in corporate training
This new educational model, differs from the traditional “frontal teaching”, since virtually reverses educator’s “in class” instruction (synchronous e-learning) with homework (asynchronous e-learning). In fact, lessons studied at home, give the opportunity to save time for discussion, learners’ questions and collaborative activities with the supervision and assistance of the trainer, during the synchronous e-learning.
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Gamification in e-learning courses
Gamification is the concept of applying game-design characteristics (such as rewards, score, challenges, tasks, missions, avatars, etc) to non-game applications and situations.
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SQLearn receives certification from the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)
SQLearn E-learning facilities, the E-learning software platform and E-learning courses, were certified on 31st March, 2016 by the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) according to ABS Standards for Certification of Maritime Education Facilities & Training Courses.
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SQLearn exhibits at Posidonia 2016
SQLearn will exhibit at Posidonia 2016, 6-10 June 2016 at Metropolitan Expo Centre SQLearn was founded in 2006 and is a specialized provider of e-learning services. SQLearn provides a web based e-learning system specifically designed for the shipping industry, helping crews to access training content and assessments from ashore and from vessels. SQLearn designs and…
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Using 3D animation in e-learning courses
3D animation is the digital three-dimensional display of images, the movement of which adds a vivid, realistic and at the same time entertaining tone to the final outcome, as it is reminiscent of cartoons and digital games. It is considered as a powerful learning tool.
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vLMS e-learning system for the maritime industry
SQLearn’s vLMS is a web based e-learning system specifically designed for providing learning material and management of the e-learning courses in the shipping industry. vLMS can be used from any modern PC and it helps familiarizing the crew as well as the commander with the ship but also with the daily procedures of the ship. The technology used in vLMS allows seamless use in conditions with low internet connection speed or no internet connection at all. The vLMS system is a specialized solution for e-learning for the shipping industry.
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SQLearn receives award for best educational app
SQLearn received best educational app award at Infocom Apps Conference held in February 12 in Caravel Hotel in Athens.
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What we are learning from online education
In this TED Talk Daphne Koller is enticing top universities to put their most intriguing courses online for free — not just as a service, but as a way to research how people learn.
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Which elearning course type should you choose?
When it comes to elearning course development there are a number of options available depending on your needs and budget. Some of the most popular options are presented in this post
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P4I workshop
SQLearn organized a workshop in order to evaluate the social game developed in the P4I project.
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The LMS app brings elearning to tablets
TheLMSapp puts an entire Learning Management System (LMS) at your fingertips, eliminating the need for a desktop or a laptop computer.
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Designing e-learning content for mobile devices
The majority of internet users will eventually—soon!—connect to our content with mobile devices first. Compared to 2011, consumers now spend 54 percent more time with their connected devices, 49 percent more time talking and texting, and 29 percent more time watching videos on their mobile devices.
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Coursera and Traditional Higher Education
Could high-quality MOOCs eventually do to traditional colleges and universities what Craigslist has done to classified advertising in newspapers and what Wikipedia has done to encyclopedias? In other words, could Coursera and its ilk replace a $250,000 college degree and decimate the world of brick-and-mortar colleges and universities?
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How teachers can use Pinterest
How teachers can use Pinterest to organize lesson plans, distribute curricula, collaborate with other faculty, and even encourage student participation.
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How online education changes the way we learn
Over the past decade or so, the Internet has become a huge source of information and education, especially for those who might be short on time, money or other resources. And it’s not just crowdsourced data collections like Wikipedia or single-topic blogs that encourage individual learning; huge corporations and nonprofits are making online education and virtual classrooms a very formal affair these days.
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SQLearn joins Interactyx’s affiliate program
“Our eLearning software affiliate program continues grow in tandem as the demand for world-class social learning software increases across the globe,” states Jodi Harrison, Vice President, Business Development and Affiliate Programs. “We are very optimistic regarding the ongoing success of this program that provides affiliates and their customers with the best value in social learning management system…
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New partnership announcement
SQLearn announces that from now on acts as a reseller for Digital Publishing for Greece and Cyprus. Digital publishing is a global leader in online language training. Over 1.000 corporate and institutional clients and more than 5 million students worldwide use the blended and standalone online language learning solutions for both career and personal growth.…
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SPSS e-learning
SQLearn and SPSS Hellas have teamed up to create three e-learning courses for SPSS Statistics. Currently the courses are only available in Greek.
SQLearn e-Learning Expo 2010 video presentation
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Brave Dolphin Tender: Results Announcement
This announcement concerns the Tender Procedure BRAVE-DOLPHIN-RFP_12_2020 for subcontracting services in the framework of the Brave Dolphin project.
DetailsBrave Dolphin: Tender Announcement
SQLearn S.A., within the framework of its running project entitled “Brave Dolphin”, supported by Grant from Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway through the EEA Financial Mechanism 2014 – 2021 in the frame of the Programme “Business Innovation Greece”, is conducting a tender procedure to receive proposals regarding the provision of “Consultancy services for VR training modules storyboard development – 4 scenarios”.
DetailsBrave Dolphin: The ultimate VR training tool for maritime emergencies
The shipping industry is one of the most exposed to exceptionally challenging conditions such as operating in dangerous environments and coming across with high economic and ecological risks. Safety is one of the most crucial factors and as the great majority of onboard accidents involve human errors, the industry invests a lot on the training of seafarers.
DetailsSeaHealth: Completion of the project’s first educational unit
The development of SeaHealth’s first e-learning module, entitled “Basic Life Support”, has been completed. This module will be the reference model for the first evaluation of platform’s learning service quality. At the same time, the development of the other modules is in progress and they will soon be delivered to their potential users for evaluation.
DetailsMarine Learning Systems to integrate SQLearn course library for improved maritime safety training
Through a content partnership, SQLearn’s modern library of interactive e-learning courses is now available on Marine Learning Systems’ advanced training and assessment platform, which is built specifically for the maritime industry.
DetailsE-learning courses for shipping companies in Russian
Russia is one of the five largest supply countries for seafarers, both officers and ratings, while Russian is one of the official languages of IMO! SQLearn’s library of e-learning courses for seafarers, Dolphin Library is now available in Russian!
DetailsEducational modules of the “SeaHealth” project
Ιn the framework of the “SeaHealth” project, the research team of EKPA, in collaboration with SQLearn and DANAOS, carried out a study to record the training needs of the potential users of the online platform, so as for the project team to decide on the educational modules that will be developed.
DetailsDay of the Seafarer: Partnership focuses on mariner training
On IMO’s International Day of the Seafarer, two companies have clubbed together to focus on improving maritime safety through training mariners
DetailsGreen-Jakobsen and SQLearn announce their strategic partnership
Green-Jakobsen and SQLearn are excited to announce the settlement of their partnership. By focusing on the human element, the two companies have the common goal to improve safety for maritime companies and this partnership will help them enrich their business and provide newer services.
DetailsSQLearn offers COVID-19 awareness e-learning course to the shipping community
Further to the latest developments of the coronavirus pandemic and its effect on the global economy and especially in the shipping industry, SQLearn has developed an e-learning course to create awareness for the COVID-19 pandemic based on IMO advice and relevant WHO guidance.
DetailsSQLearn’s e-learning solutions help shipping companies to ensure business continuity and minimize risk during the COVID-19 pandemic
SQLearn allows shipping companies to continue their training schedule without interruptions by providing ABS certified e-learning system and courses for onboard and ashore safety training on STCW topics.
DetailsSynchronous training & teleconference platform- Keep training safely!
SQLearn provides the perfect solution for companies and educational institutes in order to ensure their smooth operation.
DetailsOil major identifies SQLearn’s e-learning system operated by Prime Marine Management as a best practice
SQLearn is pleased to announce that the company’s e-learning system used by Prime Marine Management was deemed a “best practice” by a major oil company during a recent audit.
DetailsSQLearn in the heart of Piraeus
SQLearn inaugurated its new office space in Piraeus on January 30, 2020. Various representatives from the maritime industry, the insurance and banking sector, the academic society and the public sector attended the event.
DetailsGreek shipowners boost safety and crew competence via SQLearn’s e-learning services
Kyklades Maritime Corp and Modion Maritime Management are the latest Greek shipowners to adopt e-learning to enhance their seafarers’ abilities to successfully manage stressful challenges and make effective decisions. These ship operators have both contracted SQLearn to provide e-learning programs on board their tankers and dry cargo ships.
DetailsSQLearn and Ascensia Diabetes Care seal their strong partnership
SQLearn and Ascensia Diabetes Care have completed two years of a successful collaboration. During this period SQLearn has provided a range of e-learning services based on the needs of its partner.
DetailsSQLearn and Prevention at Sea have launched the new innovative e-learning course “IMO 2020 Sulphur Cap”
“IMO 2020 Sulphur Cap” is a revolutionary e-learning course developed by SQLearn and Prevention at Sea (PAS) and launched on November 15th, 2019.
DetailsSQLearn welcomes its new partnership with Kyklades Maritime Corporation
SQLearn is delighted to announce its new partnership with Kyklades Maritime Corporation by providing e-learning services for its entire fleet of 19 vessels via the Dolphin System.
DetailsModion Maritime Management collaborates with SQLearn to provide high-quality training
SQLearn proudly announces its collaboration with Modion Maritime Management, providing e-learning services for the entire of its operating fleet of 9 dry bulk carrier vessels.
DetailsSQLearn: New digital innovation for maritime
A new initiative, aiming to solve the time-consuming management of the large volume of training certificates in the field of shipping, is designed by SQLearn, in collaboration with the American classification society ABS and the i4M Lab research laboratory of the University of the Aegean.
DetailsPrime Marine Management chooses SQLearn for its training needs
SQLearn is pleased to announce that Prime Marine Management has chosen the company’s innovative e-learning system in order to enhance e-learning on board and ashore. Prime Marine Management uses SQLearn’s suite of specialized services for the shipping industry in a fleet of 40 vessels.
DetailsSQLearn: Leading player in the global E-Learning VR market
SQLearn proudly announces that, according to Zion Market Research, is one of the key participants operating in the global e-learning virtual reality market among other prestigious companies such as Avantis Systems, eLearning Studios, Enlighten, Google, Immerse, LearnBrite, Lenovo, MOOC Solutions, Oculus VR, etc.
DetailsGasLog Ltd. and SQLearn SA collaboration, a major success!
SQLearn proudly announces its collaboration with the international operator, owner and manager of LNG carriers, GasLog Ltd., providing e-learning services from its Dolphin Platforms for the entire of its operating fleet of 27 vessels.
DetailsLatsco Marine Management Inc. trusts SQLearn’s e-learning system
We are pleased to announce that Latsco Marine Management has chosen SQLearn’s innovative e-learning system and e-learning courses for its entire fleet of 27 vessels. SQLearn is the first to use e-learning for the advancement of maritime training with flexible, interactive and reflective learning techniques.
DetailsAllianz and SQLearn celebrate three years of successful partnership!
SQLearn, the specialized provider of e-learning services, and Allianz, one of the leading insurance companies, celebrate three years of an excellent partnership. Through these years, Allianz has trusted SQLearn for the training and certification of its network of 1.000 partners.
DetailsEuronav selects SQLearn’s e-learning courses and system
SQLearn proudly announces its collaboration with the large tanker company Euronav, providing e-learning courses from its Dolphin Library and Dolphin System for the EURONAV Ship Management Hellas & SAS operating fleet of 52 vessels.
DetailsReal Dolphin: Virtual Reality in maritime training, a fascinating world!
Focused on providing new methods, technologies, and interactive learning solutions, SQLearn proceeds with designing and developing Virtual Reality applications, in order to transform training into a lifelike experience. SQLearn, as part of its Dolphin Platforms, has opened up this fascinating world by creating Real Dolphin, that combines virtual reality technology with innovative e-learning resources.
DetailsDolphin Library: The maritime library
SQLearn designed a library of interactive e-learning courses that covers the training needs of the shipping companies and provides a modern way to improve safety for maritime. The e- learning courses are based on STCW topics that cover national, international and flag requirements.
DetailsPlaying Serious Games with Virtual Reality
The vivid experiences created using virtual reality technology offer unsurpassed scenario-based training opportunities. Now easily deployable at sea or on land, seafarers can play “serious games” with an autonomous device that generates interactive games designed to achieve specific training goals.
DetailsTake care of yourself- do it like a Resilient Dolphin!
When maritime incidents occur the responses include mainly regulation and identification of training needs. However, the human factor should also be addressed in a continuous effort to decrease human error in the maritime sector.
DetailsCyber Security & GDPR for maritime
Cyber security: the basic prerequisite for the protection of the smooth operation of each shipping company can now be secured through SQLearn’s new e-learning courses.
DetailsSeahealth – An innovative co-funded project
SQLearn, a Greek company specializing in e-learning, aspires to provide new innovative solutions to improve the level of medical care provided on board within the framework of SeaHealth project.
DetailsSQLearn participates in Posidonia 2018
SQLearn, the first company to use e-learning for the advancement of maritime training, participates in Posidonia 2018, 4-8 June 2018 at Athens Metropolitan Expo Centre.
DetailsE-learning system in the Merchant Marine Academy of Crete
The e-Learning system that SQLearn provides free of charge for the next three years to all ten Merchant Marine Academies (MMA) in Greece, within the content of the cooperation with the Ministry of Shipping and Island Policy was presented on Friday 4th of May 2018 in the Merchant Marine Academy of Crete. After the presentation…
DetailsSponsorship to Merchant Marine Academies
Sponsorship for e-Learning Management System to Merchant Marine Academies by SQLearn
SQLearn provides free of charge for the next three years an integrated e-Learning system to all ten Merchant Marine Academies (MMA) in Greece, within the content of the cooperation with the Ministry of Shipping and Island Policy.
DetailsSQLearn: Certified Quality !
With the aim to fully satisfy its customers and in order to ensure high quality and continuous improvement of operations, SQLearn’s quality management system is certified according to the new international standard ISO 9001:2015 by TÜV AUSTRIA HELLAS for the provision of e-learning services.
DetailsSQLearn press release for Posidonia 2016
SQLearn is a Greek company founded in 2006 and a specialized provider of e-learning services with solutions customized for the shipping industry.
DetailsSQLearn awarded ISO 27001:2013 certification
SQLearn, consistent with its corporate values of reliability and innovation, and having Information Security as top priority, was certified for ISO 27001: 2013 by TÜV AUSTRIA HELLAS. The certification ensures that SQLearn complies with the best practices and the extensive requirements of the best known international standard for personal data management and information security.
DetailsSQLearn: Nominee for the Innovation & Technology award by NBG
SQLearn is proud to announce that is among the 20 finalists to receive one of the awards of the 10th Innovation & Technology Competition held by the National Bank of Greece!
Details37th Athens Marathon – The Authentic: We will all be there!
SQLearn will participate for the first time in the Authentic Athens Marathon on November 10, 2019. Starting from Amalias Street, the team of SQLearn will run the 5km route, aiming not only to finish at the Panathenaic Stadium but also to give prominence to the social work carried out by the Voluntary Ministry of Hospital Patients.
DetailsSQLearn presents TMS at the 5th ShipIT Conference
SQLearn participates in the 5th ShipIT Conference at Benaki Museum Amphitheatre on the 26th of September 2019 and presents Training Management System (TMS), a web-based system that gives companies a complete training management and reporting environment for both e-learning and classroom activities.
DetailsSQLearn’s major role in digitalization of shipping
Digitization sheds light on ship performance and SQLearn is proud to be part of it. A sample of the company’s contribution to the digitalization of shipping is its collaboration with the international operator, owner and manager of LNG carriers, GasLog Ltd., providing e-learning services for a fleet of 27 vessels.
DetailsSQLearn becomes a member of INTERCARGO
We are excited to announce that SQLearn is now an Associate Member of INTERCARGO (International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners).
DetailsBallast water: Are you well prepared?
Can you imagine how devastating could the impacts of untreated ballast water be?
Learn everything you need to know about ballast water management and treatment from SQLearn’s e-learning courses for effective implementation of the BWM Convention and avoid ballast water violation and penalties.
DetailsSQLearn: Leading player in the global E-Learning VR market
SQLearn proudly announces that, according to Zion Market Research, is one of the key participants operating in the global e-learning virtual reality market among other prestigious companies such as Avantis Systems, eLearning Studios, Enlighten, Google, Immerse, LearnBrite, Lenovo, MOOC Solutions, Oculus VR, etc.
DetailsSeaHealth: Research on dealing with medical incidents onboard
Maritime personnel is a key determinant for the development of the online training platform that will be created in the context of SeaHealth project, for dealing with medical incidents onboard.
DetailsRussian e-learning courses for maritime
Russia is one of the five largest supply countries for seafarers, both officers and ratings, while Russian is one of the official languages of IMO! SQLearn’s library of interactive e-learning courses for seafarers and shipping companies, the so-called Dolphin Library will be soon available in Russian too!
DetailsSQLearn at the 12th Insurance Conference
SQLearns’s CEO, Spyros Goumas, participated in the 12th Insurance Conference by Ethos Events, 28 May 2019 at InterContinental Athenaeum Athens, as a member of the panel discussion about the new trends and innovative products of the insurance market.
DetailsSQLearn participates in Crew Connect Europe 2019
How about improving maritime training using a range of innovative and effective products? Dolphin Platforms are the path to a win-win solution! Join us at Crew Connect Europe, 10-11 April 2019 at Empire Riverside Hotel, Hamburg.
DetailsSQLearn becomes a member of INTERTANKO
We are excited to announce that SQLearn is now an Associate Member of INTERTANKO (International Association of Independent Tanker Owners), the voice of independent tanker owners worldwide. Its network consists of over 400 both full and associate members, controlling more than 3.900 tanker vessels. Being a part of INTERTANKO will allow us to join a big network for facilitating cooperation and sharing knowledge with partners.
DetailsSQLearn presents Dolphin System at 4th ShipIT Conference
SQLearn participates in the 4th ShipIT Conference at Benaki Museum Amphitheatre on the 26th of September 2018 and presents Dolphin System, an innovative solution for maritime training, consisting of an e-learning platform that facilitates onboard and ashore training.
DetailsSQLearn participates in SMM 2018
SQLearn participates in SMM, the leading trade fair for the maritime industry in Hamburg, 4-7 September.
Meet our representatives at HEMEXPO at the National Pavilion of Greece and learn more about our innovative e-learning services, Dolphin Platforms!
E-learning system in the Merchant Marine Academy of Syros
The e-Learning system that SQLearn provides free of charge for the next three years to all ten Merchant Marine Academies (MMA) in Greece, within the content of the cooperation with the Ministry of Shipping and Island Policy was presented on Thursday 10th of May 2018 in the Merchant Marine Academy of Syros. After the presentation…
DetailsE-learning system in the Merchant Marine Academy of Hydra
The e-Learning system that SQLearn provides free of charge for the next three years to all ten Merchant Marine Academies (MMA) in Greece, within the content of the cooperation with the Ministry of Shipping and Island Policy was presented on Wednesday 25th of April 2018 in the Merchant Marine Academy of Hydra. After the presentation…
DetailsE-learning system in the Merchant Marine Academy of Aspropyrgos
The e-Learning system that SQLearn provides free of charge for the next three years to all ten Merchant Marine Academies (MMA) in Greece, within the content of the cooperation with the Ministry of Shipping and Island Policy was presented on Wednesday 14th of February 2018 in the Merchant Marine Academy of Aspropyrgos. The presentation took…
DetailsE-learning system in the Merchant Marine Academies of Epirus and Ionian Islands
The e-Learning system that SQLearn provides free of charge for the next three years to all ten Merchant Marine Academies (MMA) in Greece, within the content of the cooperation with the Ministry of Shipping and Island Policy was presented on Thursday 15th of March 2018 in the MMA of Epirus in Preveza and on Friday 16th of March 2018 in the MMA of Ionian Islands in Argostoli.
DetailsE-learning system in the Merchant Marine Academy of Macedonia
The e-Learning system that SQLearn provides free of charge for the next three years to all ten Merchant Marine Academies (MMA) in Greece, within the content of the cooperation with the Ministry of Shipping and Island Policy was presented on Friday 20th of April 2018 in the MMA of Macedonia to more than 200 students.
DetailsE-learning system in the Merchant Marine Academy of Kymi
The e-Learning system that SQLearn provides free of charge for the next three years to all ten Merchant Marine Academies (MMA) in Greece, within the content of the cooperation with the Ministry of Shipping and Island Policy was presented on Tuesday 27th of February 2018 in the Merchant Marine Academy of Kymi.
DetailsSQLearn participates at V.Ships Crew Conference
SQLearn is proud to announce its participation at V.Ships Crew Conference on 21-23 November 2017 in Batumi, Georgia
DetailsSQLearn participates in isalos.net conference
SQLearn successfully participated in the conference “I choose shipping” organized by the shipping magazine “Naftika Chronika” and the educational initiative Isalos.net on November 4, 2017.
DetailsSQLearn participates at Cruise Inn 2017
SQLearn participated in the event titled “Cruise Inn” 2017. Spyros Goumas, the CEO of SQLearn gave an informative speech to the participants of the event as the official representative of Hemexpo group.
DetailsSQLearn participates to GSS-VET partner meeting
SQLearn successfully participated in the event organized for the GSS-VET partners in Spain, as the guidelines of every Erasmus project require. The progress of the project was discussed during the meting as well as further actions and components that will be completed until the next partners meeting that will take place in Plovdiv, Bulgaria.
DetailsSQLearn introduces VLMS box
SQLearn introduces VLMS box, a hardware solution for onboard training
DetailsSQLearn exhibits at Seatrade Cruise Global 2017
SQLearn will exhibit at Seatrade Cruise Global, 13-16 March, Fort Lauderdale Broward County Convention Center. SQLearn provides custom e-learning solutions designed and developed especially for shipping companies: vLMS, a web based e-learning system specifically designed for the shipping industry, helping crews to access training content and assessments from ashore and from vessels. Design and development…
DetailsSQLearn invites you to Get to know WIMA Conference & Exhibition
SQLearn invites you to attend Get to Know WIMA, February 22 in Limassol. SQLearn will present e-learning services for maritime companies including e-learning courses about resilience and the upcoming e-learning maritime library.
DetailsResilience e-learning modules for shipping companies
SQLearn develops e-learning material on Resilience related topics. The aim is the improvement of crew’s (including all ranks) capacity to successfully deal with stressful personal or professional challenges or events and take effective decisions.
DetailsSQLearn becomes a member of WIMA
SQLearn joins WIMA, the Worldwide Industrial & Marine Association), a non-profit association of marine oriented companies
DetailsCyber Security e-learning course for shipping companies
The data exchange between vessels and ashore systems has greatly increased in the past years as well as the need for training seafarers and ashore personnel for cyber security threats. SQLearn has developed an e-learning course that covers the most important aspects of Cyber Security and is address to both seafarers (mainly officers) and ashore personnel.
DetailsSQLearn at the 2nd Ship IT Conference
SQLearn is sponsoring the 2nd Ship IT Conference that will take place on Thursday, September 29, 2016 at the Benaki Museum Amphitheatre, 138 Pireos Street.
DetailsSQLearn at SMM Hamburg 2016
SQLearn will exhibit at SMM 2016, 6-9 September 2016 at Hamburg Messe
DetailsReflect on safety presentation at ITOSF 2016
Cpt Ioannis Theodorakas from Theta Marine Consulting will make a presentation entitled “Reflect on safety” in the REGULATIONS and TRAINING session of ITOSF 2016 conference that will be held on 22/6/2016
DetailsEx.Tra3D News: Intellectual Output 1 Completion
In the frame of European project, Ex.Tra 3D which is coordinated by SQLearn, Intellectual Output 1 was completed in the period from 01-09-2015 to 30-05-2016. Intellectual Output 1 focuses on the research, identification and elaboration of training needs in the area of customer service. This was achieved through a series of distinct activities: Customers’ questionnaire…
DetailsSQLearn joins HEMEXPO as associate member
SQLearn joins the Hellenic Marine Equipment Manufacturers & Exporters (HEMEXPO) as associate member.
DetailsSQLearn receives certification from the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)
SQLearn E-learning facilities, the E-learning software platform and E-learning courses, were certified on 31st March, 2016 by the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) according to ABS Standards for Certification of Maritime Education Facilities & Training Courses.
DetailsSQLearn exhibits at Posidonia 2016
SQLearn will exhibit at Posidonia 2016, 6-10 June 2016 at Metropolitan Expo Centre SQLearn was founded in 2006 and is a specialized provider of e-learning services. SQLearn provides a web based e-learning system specifically designed for the shipping industry, helping crews to access training content and assessments from ashore and from vessels. SQLearn designs and…
DetailsSQLearn receives award for best educational app
SQLearn received best educational app award at Infocom Apps Conference held in February 12 in Caravel Hotel in Athens.
DetailsP4I workshop
SQLearn organized a workshop in order to evaluate the social game developed in the P4I project.
DetailsSQLearn joins Interactyx’s affiliate program
“Our eLearning software affiliate program continues grow in tandem as the demand for world-class social learning software increases across the globe,” states Jodi Harrison, Vice President, Business Development and Affiliate Programs. “We are very optimistic regarding the ongoing success of this program that provides affiliates and their customers with the best value in social learning management system…
DetailsNew partnership announcement
SQLearn announces that from now on acts as a reseller for Digital Publishing for Greece and Cyprus. Digital publishing is a global leader in online language training. Over 1.000 corporate and institutional clients and more than 5 million students worldwide use the blended and standalone online language learning solutions for both career and personal growth.…
DetailsSPSS e-learning
SQLearn and SPSS Hellas have teamed up to create three e-learning courses for SPSS Statistics. Currently the courses are only available in Greek.
SQLearn e-Learning Expo 2010 video presentation
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E-learning gains ground in maritime training
Training budgets for seafarers continue to rise around the world, while e-learning gains ground in maritime training, according to the MarTID 2020 Training Practices Report.
DetailsSmart ships from a training perspective
Smart ships are already a reality, and it is up to software developers to properly connect the dots of the big data that are assembled and provide correlations that will actually help shipping companies’ management to make decisions based on facts and emerging patterns.
DetailsCoronavirus disease (COVID-19) awareness
Keep calm, protect yourself and others!
Take these simple steps to prevent the spread of the virus!
Spyros Goumas: “SQLearn builds the future of maritime e-learning”
Dedicated to building a modern approach to maritime training, SQLearn has brought a number of disruptions in the field such as the concept of interactive e-learning courses and real time connection with vessels. The company was founded in 2006 by Spyros Goumas, a visionary and inspired personality who has worked in the professional training sector for the last 30 years.
DetailsGDPR compliance in e-learning systems
European Union’s (EU) new General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR for short) regulates the processing by an individual, a company or an organisation of personal data relating to individuals in the EU.
DetailsResilience training for maritime
Resilience training for maritime is a concept that becomes more and more common and can prove to be of high importance to seafarers’ safety.
DetailsUsing Virtual Reality in e-learning courses
Virtual reality applications can be effectively used in order to train professionals and combined with the capabilities of e-learning, can provide a unique approach to advance the ways people work and learn using their personal computer.
DetailsMicrolearning in corporate training
Microlearning is a way of teaching content. In microlearning, content is divided into small chunks that are requested by and taught to learners on an as-needed basis
DetailsBusiness sustainability using training solutions
Business sustainability using continuous training solutions helps companies to embrace a culture of “investing in people”. Companies invest in training their employees rather than hiring new people which can be much more costly on different levels. Most companies nowadays want to invest in retaining their people – and developing that pool – so they keep employees well trained and up-to-date so that they can respond to the company’s ever-changing needs.
DetailsMaritime custom safety training
The main benefit of online training when it comes to maritime safety and compliance is that employees can be reached everywhere, all over the world, at any time.
DetailsE-learning and career development
Every company should provide career development paths and the required learning programs that will enable the employees to develop the necessary knowledge and skills.
DetailsMaritime e-learning, a learning and development tool
The current speed of change means that employees need to be trained continuously in order for shipping companies to avoid the dangers of being out-thought and outdated by the fast growing maritime regulatory framework. Traditional learning is expensive, takes a long time and results can vary. E-learning is faster, cheaper and provides a high return of investment.
DetailsThe flipped classroom model in corporate training
This new educational model, differs from the traditional “frontal teaching”, since virtually reverses educator’s “in class” instruction (synchronous e-learning) with homework (asynchronous e-learning). In fact, lessons studied at home, give the opportunity to save time for discussion, learners’ questions and collaborative activities with the supervision and assistance of the trainer, during the synchronous e-learning.
DetailsGamification in e-learning courses
Gamification is the concept of applying game-design characteristics (such as rewards, score, challenges, tasks, missions, avatars, etc) to non-game applications and situations.
DetailsUsing 3D animation in e-learning courses
3D animation is the digital three-dimensional display of images, the movement of which adds a vivid, realistic and at the same time entertaining tone to the final outcome, as it is reminiscent of cartoons and digital games. It is considered as a powerful learning tool.
DetailsvLMS e-learning system for the maritime industry
SQLearn’s vLMS is a web based e-learning system specifically designed for providing learning material and management of the e-learning courses in the shipping industry. vLMS can be used from any modern PC and it helps familiarizing the crew as well as the commander with the ship but also with the daily procedures of the ship. The technology used in vLMS allows seamless use in conditions with low internet connection speed or no internet connection at all. The vLMS system is a specialized solution for e-learning for the shipping industry.
DetailsWhat we are learning from online education
In this TED Talk Daphne Koller is enticing top universities to put their most intriguing courses online for free — not just as a service, but as a way to research how people learn.
DetailsWhich elearning course type should you choose?
When it comes to elearning course development there are a number of options available depending on your needs and budget. Some of the most popular options are presented in this post
DetailsThe LMS app brings elearning to tablets
TheLMSapp puts an entire Learning Management System (LMS) at your fingertips, eliminating the need for a desktop or a laptop computer.
DetailsDesigning e-learning content for mobile devices
The majority of internet users will eventually—soon!—connect to our content with mobile devices first. Compared to 2011, consumers now spend 54 percent more time with their connected devices, 49 percent more time talking and texting, and 29 percent more time watching videos on their mobile devices.
DetailsCoursera and Traditional Higher Education
Could high-quality MOOCs eventually do to traditional colleges and universities what Craigslist has done to classified advertising in newspapers and what Wikipedia has done to encyclopedias? In other words, could Coursera and its ilk replace a $250,000 college degree and decimate the world of brick-and-mortar colleges and universities?
DetailsHow teachers can use Pinterest
How teachers can use Pinterest to organize lesson plans, distribute curricula, collaborate with other faculty, and even encourage student participation.
DetailsHow online education changes the way we learn
Over the past decade or so, the Internet has become a huge source of information and education, especially for those who might be short on time, money or other resources. And it’s not just crowdsourced data collections like Wikipedia or single-topic blogs that encourage individual learning; huge corporations and nonprofits are making online education and virtual classrooms a very formal affair these days.
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