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**Apologies for cross-posting** Dear all, Guidelines on improving provision for disabled students through use of a VLE (Virtual Learning Environment) are now available from the ALERT (Accessibility in Learning Environments and Related Technologies) project website – http://www.dur.ac.uk/alert The guidelines have been developed over the past two years as part of the HEFCE funded Strand 2 ALERT project and are based on a series of case studies with staff and disabled students. Themed guidelines include the following: Introduction to ALERT guidelines Holistic use of a VLE Delivery of learning support materials through a VLE Asynchronous discussion through a VLE Synchronous discussion through a VLE Assessment through a VLE Group work in a VLE Technical aspects of VLE use Practical aspects of VLE use VLE recommendations The guidelines are aimed at use by academic and student support staff, such as learning technologists and disability support staff. It is hoped that issues raised will encourage reflection and discussion on existing practice. The guidelines and case study summaries are available at http://www.dur.ac.uk/alert For further information contact Dr Barbara Newland, project manager: [log in to unmask]