Belarus Eucation

Belarus
	ENIC - NARIC Belarus Profile:
	http://www.enic-naric.net/index.aspx?c=Belarus
	Fulbright Commission:
	http://www.usis.minsk.by/html/academic_exchanges.html
	Provides information on educational exchange between the U.S. and Belarus
	Ministry of Education (Belarusian & English):
	http://www.minedu.unibel.by/en/main.aspx
	National Institute for Higher Education (Belarusian) :
	http://www.nihe.niks.by/
	Open Society - Russia, Ukraine & Belarus:
	http://www.soros.org/initiatives/regions/russia
	Describes OSI initiatives aiding development in these countries
	System of Education:
	http://www.ibe.unesco.org/en/worldwide/unesco-regions/europe-and-north -america/belarus/profile-on-education.html?type=target%3D_ %2Fcontact.php
	The National Academy of Sciences of Belarus:
	http://www.ac.by/
	The leading research institution in Belarus; unites scientists and institutions around the country
	UNESCO - International Bureau of Education Belarus Resources:
	http://www.ibe.unesco.org/countries/Belarus.htm
	Unibel Internet Provider:
	http://www.unibel.by/eng/home.htm
	Computer network for research and education in Belarus
	University Listings:
	http://www.4icu.org/by/
	Non-university level institutions of higher education may also be included

Azerbaijan Education

Azerbaijan
Education System Information
	Bologna National Report 2005:
	http://www.bologna-bergen2005.no/EN/national_impl/New/041130_Azerbaija n.pdf
	ENIC - NARIC Azerbaijan Profile:
	http://www.enic-naric.net/index.aspx?c=Azerbaijan
	System of Education:
	http://www.ibe.unesco.org/en/access-by-country/europe-and-north-americ a/azerbaijan.html
Government Links
	Ministry of Education:
	http://www.edu.gov.az
Educational Institutions
	University Listings:
	http://www.4icu.org/az/
	Institution names only (non-university level institutions of higher education may also be included)
	University Listings:
	http://geo.ya.com/travelimages/az-univ.html
	Contact information and web links for universities, colleges and technical institutions (watch out for the pop-ups!)
Professional Bodies
	Internet Access and Training Program:
	http://www.iatp.az/index.stm
	Funded by the United States' ECA, the program aims to provide access to and training for the internet for educational professionals in Azerbaijan including scholars, NGO workers, the media and academics
	National Academy of Sciences:
	http://www.science.az/en/
	A collaboration of academics, organizations and research institutions
	Research Educational Network Association:
	http://www.azrena.org/index_en.htm
	Non-governmental network connecting the major government organizations, institutions and academic institutes
Information for International Students
	Azerbaijan Global Connections and Exchange Program:
	http://exchanges.state.gov/youth/programs/connections/azerbaijan.html
	Azerbaijani-American Educational Cultural and Economic Center:
	http://www.friends-partners.org/CCSI/usnisorg/region/azam-ed.htm
	Promoting exchange between the U.S. and Azerbaijan in the form of scholar/student exchanges as well as research collaborations
	Project Harmony - Azerbaijan:
	http://www.ph-int.org/what_we/pr64/
	Organization that conducts programs using online communication, exchanges, practical skills development, and community coalition-building to support global collaboration, learning and leading
Additional Links
	Azeri Culture, Education and Science Internet Links:
	http://resources.net.az/7-1.htm

Georgia Education

Georgia
	Association of International Distance Education:
	http://www.icde.org/
	Organization designed to increase international communication in the educational field through technology, training, facilities, etc
	Bologna National Report 2005:
	http://www.bologna-bergen2005.no/EN/national_impl/New/041230_Georgia.p df
	ENIC - NARIC Georgia Profile:
	http://www.enic-naric.net/index.aspx?c=Georgia
	Georgian Academy of Sciences:
	http://www.science.org.ge/
	Unites the scientific research institutions of Georgia and fosters relationships with foreign research centers
	Georgian Research and Networking association:
	http://www.grena.ge/english/index.html
	Works with libraries, non-profit organizations and educational institutions creating Internet network infrastructures.
	Ministry of Education (Georgian):
	http://www.mes.gov.ge/
	National Assessment and Examinations Center:
	http://www.naec.ge/
	Monitors the quality of education by conducting and analyzing national assessments
	Open Society - Georgia Foundation:
	http://osgf.ge/
	Promoting educational, political and health reform through various initiatives
	System of Education:
	http://www.ibe.unesco.org/en/worldwide/unesco-regions/europe-and-north -america/georgia/profile-of-education.html?type=target%3D_ %2Fcontact.php
	UNESCO - International Bureau of Education Georgia Resources:
	http://www.ibe.unesco.org/countries/Georgia.htm
	University Listings:
	http://www.enic-naric.net/documents/Georgia-hei-2006.pdf
	Institution names only (non-university level institutions of higher education may also be included)
	University Listings (Georgian):
	http://www.mes.gov.ge/index.php?lang_id=GEO&sec_id=850&info_id=500
	Accredited Institutions of Higher Education (click on link to PDF document)

Armenia Education

Armenia
	Academic Scientific Research Computer Network of Armenia (ASNET-AM):
	http://www.asnet.am/
	A network of institutions conducting scientific research, maintaining databases, and supporting educational projects in Armenia
	Armenian Distance Learning Network (Armenian):
	http://www.e-courses.am/
	Established by Yerevan State University with centers around the country
	Bologna National Report 2005:
	http://www.bologna-bergen2005.no/EN/national_impl/New/041222_Armenia.p df
	ENIC - NARIC Armenia Profile:
	http://www.enic-naric.net/index.aspx?c=Armenia
	Government :
	http://www.gov.am/
	Narod Institute:
	http://www.narod.org/
	Helping to bridge the gap between the Armenian Diaspora, Armenia and the rest of the world through a virtual education community
	National Academy of Sciences:
	http://www.sci.am/
	Organization that unites and coordinates research carried out in the scientific community throughout Armenia
	System of Education:
	http://www.ibe.unesco.org/en/worldwide/unesco-regions/europe-and-north -america/armenia/profile-of-education.html
	UNESCO - International Bureau of Education Armenia Resources:
	http://www.ibe.unesco.org/countries/Armenia.htm
	University Listings:
	http://www.education.am/english/frameset.htm
	Non-university level institutions of higher education may also be included

Barbados - Caribbean Education

Barbados - Caribbean
Education System Information
	Education System:
	http://www.ibe.unesco.org/en/worldwide/unesco-regions/latin-america-an d-the-caribbean/barbados/profile-of-education.html?type=ta rget%3D_to
	Education System:
	http://www.barbados.gov.bb/education.htm
Government Links
	Barbados Government Information Service:
	http://www.barbados.gov.bb/education.htm
	Edutech2000:
	http://unpan1.un.org/intradoc/groups/public/documents/caricad/unpan009517.pdf
	EduTech2000 is a seven year Education Sector Enhancement Program which will help the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Culture continue to implement some of the reform initiatives which were outlined in the White Paper on education reform
	Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports:
	http://www.mes.gov.bb/index.cfm
	Overview of education in Barbados and capsules on institutions at all levels
Educational Institutions
	Barbados Institutions of Education:
	http://www.barbados.org/educate.htm
	Higher Education Listings:
	http://www.mes.gov.bb/pageselect.cfm?page=54
	Includes short description of all institutions of education from elementary to university
	University Listings:
	http://lanic.utexas.edu/la/region/highered/#Belize
	University of the West Indies, Cave Hill Campus:
	http://www.uwichill.edu.bb/