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iClass aims to develop an intelligent cognitive-based open learning system and environment, adapted to individual learners' needs and ensuring their take-up in the education sector at a European level. The project is funded under the FP6, the European Community Framework Programme for Research, Technological Development and Demonstration. It is in the Technology-enhanced learning and access to cultural heritage action line, and is one of the two integrated projects in the area of education. iClass began on January 1, 2004. Under a consortium lead by Siemens Business Services, 22 partners from 11 different countries are working to develop a personalised system and environment. The efforts will, by envisioning the educational process of the future, involve the following: (1) extensive research for the definition and design of next generation products and services, (2) the creation and testing of prototypes, (3) and the measurement of the impact to ensure effective utilization of technology in pre-university education.

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 * The iClass [|web site]
 * The iClass brochure: [|iClass_Flyer_.pdf]