Oscar-winning film producer Lord David Puttnam has partnered with BT and Cisco to trial the use of video conferencing in universities. The model will use a Cisco TelePresence high definition video conferencing solution with high speed Internet access provided by BT Ireland.
The technology will allow for high definition video communication between Lord Puttnam and universities around the world while users can communicate with Cork-based Puttnam via whiteboard technology from Promethean.
Lord Puttnam is in discussions to have the model trialled at universities in Australia, Aisa, the UK and the US to deliver course content to students via the new technology.
Topics covered in the modules include the development of creativity, the impact of technological change in a digital age, globalisation and film, and the specific role of the creative producer.
Speaking at the launch, Lord Puttnam said: “Using the TelePresence system to deliver first-class education to students as far away as Australia reinforces my belief that education, when coupled with advanced technology, knows no boundaries. It is wonderful that quality broadband is now so advanced that I can confindently rely on it to connect me from a remote area such as Skibbereen to the most distant corners of the world.”
Lord Puttnam spent over 30 years as an independent film producer. His films include The Mission, The Killing Fields and Chariots of Fire. His work now focuses on education and the environment and serves as chair for a variety of public bodies. He currently serves as the Chancellor of the Open University.
BT Ireland CEO Colm O’Neill said: “Our organisation of key educational initiatives such as BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition, and the BT Young Scientist Business Bootcamp, coupled with our investments in a high quality communications network infrastructure throughout Ireland, demonstrates our commitment to finding innovative ways to enhance learning through technology.”
Lord Puttnam will also be exploring the potential for live streaming of interactive workshops into cinemas and other public venues around the world. Independent research will be carried out to measure the success of the venture over the next three years.
Fiona Donnellan
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