Letter from the Editor: special issue of papers on “The Use of Native Insect Herbivores for the Management of Eurasian Watermilfoil," presented at a special session of the Annual Meeting, Aquatic Plant Management Society, July 1998, Memphis, TN

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Epping Forest College: Use of Xerte to enhance collaborative learning

Souad Kouachi, a Science Lecturer at Epping Forest College has utilised the Xerte Online Toolkit (XOLTK ) to create a collaborative learning environment for her students. Souad briefed her learners on how to use the Xerte Online Toolkit to develop dynamic learning objects. Her learners were soon able to create presentations containing learning objects as well as assessment activities, which they now use in the classroom with their peers to reinforce learning.

Student research into the use of technology in higher and further education

Jisc conducted a study into the use of technology in higher and further education to mark the launch of the Jisc Digital Festival.

12 steps towards embedding inclusive use of technology

This briefing for senior managers is based upon research conducted by Jisc via interviews with a range of pro-vice chancellors for Learning and Teaching (or equivalent). The briefing describes 12 steps that senior managers can take to lead and embed a culture of inclusive practice right across the institution, building on any pockets of excellence that already exist. TDL

Legal Aspects of the Use of Child Images in OERs

Considers the legal issues which arise in relation to the taking of or possession of images still and moving) of children for use in an Open Education Resource. JLL

Case study: Encouraging use of mobile and interactive technologies in the iZone at Redbridge College

Case study on how learners at Redbridge College are using interactive technologies in the iZone to enhance their digital experience.

Case study: Supporting informed implementation and use of technology in learning

Case study on how Plumpton College and FE Sussex and 13 other partners are leading a programme to facilitate the management and introduction of learning technology in those colleges. The project has two strands which address aspects of technology in leadership, governance and teaching practice.

Case study: Encouraging use of mobile devices at East Berkshire College

Case study about East Berkshire College and how they are encouraging the use of mobile devices to empower student learning and prepare students for the workplace.

Using Google search Console to track impact and use of collections

Implementing resource discovery techniques at the National Fairground Archive and Special Collections, University of Sheffield Using Google search Console to track impact and use of collections

Use of PerfSONAR in the LHC environment for end-to-end performance measurements

Presentation slides supporting the Janet network end to end performance initiative workshop.