Hi All This is a recent publication by Becta. Is a really short description of what a Learning Platform or VLE (Virtual Learning Environment) it's worth a read. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ AN INTRODUCTION TO LEARNING PLATFORMS Recently published advice and guidance document for support providers, explaining the potential value of electronic learning environments and the issues associated with them. This title is part of a series of publications aimed at helping LEAs and other intermediaries support schools, colleges and education organisations in working towards sustainable, embedded use of ICT. It has been collaboratively written by staff from the Content and Institutional Development directorates who are now planning to publish an in-depth guide to learning platforms in summer 2005. Hard copies can be ordered from http://www.becta.org.uk/publications or download an electronic copy from http://www.becta.org.uk/corporate/publications/documents/LEA_advice_lear ning_platform.pdf ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Regards Andy Andy Black Project Manager e-learning DfES Standards Unit. TEL: 07801612459 ********************************************************************** This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error please notify the system manager. This footnote also confirms that this email message has been swept by MIMEsweeper for the presence of computer viruses. www.mimesweeper.com ********************************************************************** ***************** List information: ***************** Remember - replies go by default to the entire list. Access the list via the web on http://www.jiscmail.ac.uk/lists/vle.html To unsubscribe, email [log in to unmask] with the message: leave vle