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BiASC awarded PREMIER PLUS recognition by Cisco Networking Academy

For the first time BiASC has been awarded a PREMIER PLUS award as an ASC and an ITC by the global management team of Cisco Networking Academy.

This status makes us part of the 5% of top ASC/ITCs in the world.

 

BiASC wants to continue the approach of building a Human Network, motivating people (teachers, students, educational institutions and other stakeholders) from the bottom up.

 

The next steps in 2021-2022 are:

• Teach excellent instructor training courses (within all Europe North with seven instructors from BiASC)
• Organize an impressive human networking day at Pairi Daiza in the spring of 2022
• Empower instructor training in Wallonia and Brussels by proposing a funded training project in a social economy setting: DigitalCity, Bruxelles Formation, Digital Wallonia, IFAPME, Techni/Techno

IT Certification Latest Trends and Forecast

Pearson Vue published a report about the Value of IT Certification for 2021. The document shows an overview of the most popular certification and a forecast for the near future.

 

Source
Download from: https://home.pearsonvue.com/Test-owners/Industry-expertise/Information-technology/VOC.aspx

Containers & Kubernetes Training Courses + Red Hat OpenShift

Closing the technology skills gap is vital to the future of enterprise software — and the opportunity to do so should be available to all. All Red Hat Academy instructors receive:

• Free access to Red Hat’s introductory Containers & Kubernetes training courses, including Red Hat OpenShift I: Containers & Kubernetes (DO180) and Introduction to OpenShift Applications (DO101)
• A 75% discount on the Red Hat Certified Specialist in Containers and Kubernetes exam
• Access to training courses in up to nine languages and multiple learning formats
• Free video tutorials that demonstrate how to maximize the benefits of the Red Hat Academy Learning Platform while teaching a course
• No cost labs are available to students, directly through the Red Hat Academy Learning Platform upon instructor creation of the Red Hat OpenShift I: Containers & Kubernetes (DO180) or Introduction to OpenShift Applications (DO101)
• While RedHat encourage instructors to participate in free video classroom training courses and achieve certified status (at a discounted rate) in preparation for teaching the full curriculum, it is not required to instruct at your institution.

Visit the Red Hat Academy Learning Platform to learn more about our Red Hat OpenShift opportunities.

How to keep pace with growing demand for Kubernetes jobs

Message received from RedHat

According to Indeed, between October 2015 and October 2019, the share of Kubernetes jobs per million grew by 2,141% while the share of Kubernetes job searches increased by 2,125%. However, during that time span, Indeed found that while Kubernetes jobs per million grew 53%, the amount of Kubernetes job searches rose by only .85% [1]. As the demand for job candidates with Kubernetes skills continues to increase, it’s important for students to learn skills that prepare them to enter the workforce and meet the needs of today’s enterprises.

Closing the technology skills gap is vital to the future of enterprise software — and the opportunity to do so should be available to all. Red Hat Academy offers students and instructors complimentary access to Red Hat’s introductory Containers & Kubernetes training courses, as well as a discount on sitting for the Red Hat Certified Specialist in Containers and Kubernetes exam. All training courses offered through Red Hat Academy are available in up to nine languages and multiple formats, preparing students for success in the job market and bridging the gap between education and industry.

Download the resources below to learn more about Red Hat OpenShift:
Infographic: OpenShift Skills Path
Datasheet: Red Hat OpenShift I: Containers & Kubernetes (DO180) - See DO180_Datasheet
e-Book: Container storage for dummies
e-Book: Top considerations for cloud-native databases and data analytics

[1] https://www.sdxcentral.com/articles/news/if-youve-got-it-flaunt-it-kubernetes-experience-that-is/2020/01/

 

Contact Information
SANDRA MOLDOVEANU
PROGRAM MANAGER
RED HAT ACADEMY EMEA
smoldove@redhat.com M: +49- 172- 218- 58- 24
T: @redhatnews L: Red Hat

 

Networking Academy Course Descriptions 2021-2022

Prepare the workforce of the future
Leading-edge curriculum designed to educate students for jobs of today and tomorrow

Course descriptions can be found in the document below
PDF (English): Download English_NetAcad_Product_Catalog_08.31.2021

Instructor Professional Development (IPD) week, 20-24 September 2021

Please join us online next week for Instructor Professional Development (IPD) week, 20-24 September 2021. Instructor Professional Development (IPD) Week is a quarterly program offered to Networking Academy instructors. Its goal is to offer professional development through free, one-hour virtual sessions. Topics include technical sessions to keep instructors up to date on the latest technology trends and expand their knowledge. Plus, program update sessions from around Networking Academy.

Formations NetAcad en français 2020-2021

Dans le cadre des cours proposés par la NetAcad Europe Nord, le BiASC organise des formations en français pour les [candidats] instructeurs en Wallonie et à Bruxelles.

Ces cours sont gratuits pour toute personne inscrite dans une école membre du BiASC-NetAcad

Les cours proposés sont : (cfr schéma présenté en mai)

1. CCNA 1 - ITN : les bases - Le Modèle OSI
2. CCNA 2 - SRWE : Intro à Switching, WireLess, Security et Routing
3. Network Security : La sécurisation du réseau

NetAcad Instructor Training & Accreditation 2021-2022

Want to teach Networking, Security, DevNet or Python?
Become an IT instructor in the Networking Academy Program!
It's free, remote, international, supported and fun!
Register here: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/57945e07b3da4bc492eee80c6ddc54fc

Training & Accreditatie voor NetAcad Instructors 2021-2022

Er zijn meer getrainde IT-docenten nodig in onderwijs en opleidingsinstituten voor volwassenen.

Wil je graag NetAcad instructor worden, dan kun je gratis deelnemen aan het online opleidingsprogramma vanaf oktober 2021. Meer informatie en registratie: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/57945e07b3da4bc492eee80c6ddc54fc

Formation et accréditation d'instructeurs NetAcad 2021-2022

Il y a trop peu de formateurs en informatique dans l'enseignement et dans les centres de formation pour adultes.

Vous voulez enseigner la mise en réseau, la sécurité, DevNet ou Python ?
Devenez instructeur informatique dans le programme Networking Academy !
C'est gratuit, à distance, international, pris en charge et amusant !
Inscrivez-vous ici : https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/57945e07b3da4bc492eee80c6ddc54fc

Remote Instructor Training & Accreditation 2021-2022

Starting from the first week of October, BiASC and Cisco Networking Academy are organizing free, remote instruction & accreditation training for members in the Benelux and Europe North. Some of the courses are for beginners, others are for experiences instructors.

Remote Instructor Training Options

• CCNA Routing & Switching
• CCNP ENCOR
• Network Security
• CyberOps Associate
• DevNet Associate
• Python 
• IT Essentials
• Security Essentials
• Introduction to NetAcad
• Introduction to Packet Tracer

Information on all courses and the prerequisites for the Instructor Training can be found here

Registration Link: Register for your Instructor Training here
New instructors can use the same link

For more information, contact <yvan.rooseleer@biasc.be>

New NetAcad Lab Equipment 2021-2022

Cisco Networking Academy will be offering a  number of new hardware devices for hands-on labs . Every official Networking Academy is allowed to order 10 hardware bundles per semester. Alternative options are possible (see full excel lists below).

Here is an overview of the most important new devices.

CCNA Hardware Devices

ISR4221/K9
Cisco ISR 4221 (2GE, 2NIM, 8G FLASH, 4G DRAM,IPB)

C1000-24T-4G-L
Catalyst 1000 24port GE, 4x1G SFP

C9200L-24T-4G-E
Catalyst 9200L 24-port data, 4 x 1G, Network Essentials*

Full Excel List: Download CCNA 7 _ Equipment List - 12AUG2021

Network Security Hardware Devices

ISR4221/K9
Cisco ISR 4221 (2GE, 2NIM, 8G FLASH, 4G DRAM,IPB)

C1000-24T-4G-L
Catalyst 1000 24port GE, 4x1G SFP

FPR2110-ASA-K9
Cisco Firepower 2110 ASA Appliance, 1U

Full Excel List: Download Network Security - Equipment List - 12AUG2021

CCNP Hardware Devices

ISR4221-SEC/K9
Cisco ISR 4221 SEC Bundle with SEC license 

C1000-24T-4G-L
Catalyst 1000 24port GE, 4x1G SFP

C9200L-24T-4G-E
Catalyst 9200L 24-port data, 4 x 1G, Network Essentials*

C9300L-24T-4G-A
Catalyst 9300L 24p data, Network Advantage ,4x1G Uplink*

Full Excel List: Download CCNP Enterprise Equipment List _23JUL2021_FINAL

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For More information: email to >yvan.rooseleer@biasc.be>

IOS XE Smart Licensing

Licensing for the products acquired as a Cisco Academy is free. It is important for Cisco Academies to follow up the information explained in NetAcad Maintenance. 

New NetAcad Lab Switches

UPDATED EQUIPMENT LISTS NOW AVAILABLE

The new switch models have been added to the Equipment lists and NetAcad Discount Program. You can navigate to them on NetAcad by going to Resources -> Marketing and Program Resources -> Equipment Information. Please note there is a long lead time when ordering new switches.

 

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NETACAD WORKSHOP DAY 8 oktober 2021

Aangezien het niet duidelijk is welke beperkingen er zullen zijn, heeft BiASC samen met Cisco NetAcad besloten het evenement uit te stellen tot april 2022. Vanaf Oktober worden er wel diverse mogelijkheden voor instructor training en accreditatie aangeboden.

Alleen voor BiASC-leden

Cisco NetAcad en BiASC organiseren een infodag met algemene sessies en workshops waar je de laatste updates van Networking Academy zult meekrijgen. Cisco NetAcad streeft naar professioneel IT-onderwijs en biedt meer dan 30 probleemgerichte interactieve cursussen. Voor deze speciale dag biedt BiASC extra gratis toegang tot het park + eten en drinken + parkeergelegenheid.

Inschrijving: hier

DATUM EN UUR
Vrijdag 8 oktober van 8:30h tot 14h of tot 18h

JOURNÉE NETACAD 8 octobre 2021

Comme on ne sait pas exactement quelles seront les restrictions, le BiASC et Cisco NetAcad ont décidé de reporter l'événement à avril 2022. Toutefois, diverses possibilités de formation et d'accréditation des instructeurs seront offertes à partir d'octobre.

Offre pour les membres du BiASC

Cisco NetAcad et le BiASC organisent une journée d'information et d'ateliers au cours de laquelle les dernières mises à jour de NetAcad vous seront présentées. Pour cette journée exceptionnelle BiASC vous offre l'entrée au parc, la visite, le repas et le parking.

INSCRIPTION
Pour vous inscrire aux ateliers, veuillez cliquer sur ce lien

DATE ET HEURE
Vendredi 8 octobre de 8.30h à 14h ou à 18h

NetAcad New LMS Reminder

As you begin to prepare for your summer activities, we would like to provide you one last reminder about the upcoming LMS Transition milestones and policies. When you return for Fall 2021-22, there will be no access to the old LMS and it will not be possible to unarchive or retrieve any information from those courses.

Please pay careful attention to the below information:

LMS TRANSITION MILESTONE REMINDERS

· 31 July 2021 (Saturday) last end date for all Canvas courses. No exceptions or extensions possible.

· 15 September 2021 (Wednesday) all Canvas courses are archived

All courses ending on or after 17 June 2021 will be archived on 15 September 2021
· 17 September 2021 (Friday) 5:00 PM PDT Canvas is removed from NetAcad.com

All access is removed. No unarchiving of Canvas courses after this date.

POLICY REMINDERS

1. Students must complete any in-progress Canvas courses by 31 July 2021.

2. Instructors must finalize grades and mark students complete in Canvas courses before they are archived.

3. Instructors should not rely on Canvas as a storage system.

1. Instructors must download a copy of their gradebook from Canvas courses before they are archived.

2. Instructors must retrieve and save any customizations made to their Canvas courses before they are archived.

As always you can find our latest updates and self-guided video tours on the Platform Updates Hub.

NetAcad Day May 2021 - Presentaties

Op 26 en 28 mei vond de Virtuele NetAcad Day plaats voor Nederlandstalige instructors van hogescholen, onderwijsinstituten en beroepsopleidingen. Op 26 mei komen belangrijke recente ontwikkelingen binnen NetAcad aan bod. Op 28 mei zijn er technische sessies in de domeinen (Cyber)Security, DevNet en DevOps. De sessies geven inspiratie voor de opleidingsstrategie van de toekomst.

In dit document vindt u de presentaties en video's van NETACAD DAY op 26 en 28 mei.

Presentaties

REIMAGINING EDUCATION - R. Bleeker - nl (26 mei)
Presentation (PDF): Download NetAcad Day Vlaanderen 26 mei 2021

Be The Bridge Award from BiASC to BIASC

Our international activities and collaboration with our members have resulted in a Be The Bridge Award from Cisco Networking Academy received on May 25, 2021.

NetAcad Day Belgium 2021

In Belgium NetAcad Day 2021 will be organized in two languages, Dutch & French. The aim is to inform Networking Academy Instructors and Co-ordinators of the evolution in the course content and the requirements in terms of competences and skills.

Dutch sessions are on Wednesday 26 May (PM) and on Friday 28 May (PM)
French session is on Thursday 27 May (PM).

Agenda

• Download Virtual NetAcad Day 2021 - Agenda

More information

• Français/ French
• Nederlands/ Dutch

 

The Bridge to Career Possibilities for People Everywhere

Aim: Be the bridge to career possibilities for people everywhere by providing the best workforce development program in the industry.

Cisco NetAcad will continue to develop new interactive course materials also for entry-level. “We need programs with a clearer pathway to good jobs, with
more nondegree courses and short-term options to build marketable skills”

The goal is to address the problems and opportunities of tomorrow:

• Responding to COVID related job displacement and reskilling needs.
• Hardening the global economy against hacking and increased cyber-attacks.
• Building a skilled workforce in Cybersecurity, Programming, and Networking.
• Fostering ICT knowledge and skills – when 90% of IT jobs are outside of the tech sector.