Maryse Fisher & Thomas Rochford Jisc Regional Support Centre RSC Eastern update

Learning Resources Managers Forum 10:30 Welcome, Introductions & Notes of last meeting - Julia Lale 10:40 Round the region – Member updates including ARLG Eastern & regional case study 11:55 Refreshments break 12:10 Jisc Collections Presentation - Catherine John 12:30 Jisc RSC Eastern Update 12:45 Lunch 13:15 Sharing Practice – Alison Baker & Maryse Fisher 13:45 Mobile devices in LRS including Julia Lale, Emma Furness, Alison Baker, Marie Kemp, Carole Mitchell plus Thomas Rochford 15:00 Close ACER 14 th March 2014 RSC Eastern Update March

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Regional F2F Events & Forums » Technology, Innovation and Success - A conference for ACL and WBL providers. 28 th March » VLE Forum. 28 th March » Digital Literacies - What does it mean to you? 30 th April » Technical Managers Forum. 14 th May » Learning Resources Managers Forum. 20 th June » Jisc RSC Eastern e-Fair, Suffolk. 4 th July RSC Eastern Update March

National Events F2F & Online Visit our National UK Site for National Events: RSC Eastern Update March

National Events Publicity & Scheduling Ryan Bradshaw created a publicity schedule and process, which means events are currently publicised as follows before the closing date: » News story & Flyer – 8 weeks » First to lists – 6 weeks » Reminder /carousel slide – 2 weeks » Tweets, social media – 2 weeks to closing We would like to know if this schedule and process works, whether it’s too much, or if you have any ideas or feedback? RSC Eastern Update March

Latest News Ryan has taken over the editorship of the RSC UK blog. Over the past month we have published a series of 10 posts around Safer Internet Day, receiving more than 1700 views. If you require any ILT hints and tips, resources or case studies you should be able to find them here. RSC Eastern Update March RSC UK Blog jiscrsc.jiscinvolve.org/wp/

Latest case study Epping Forest College have introduced NUMU, a collaborative platform for music, to a group of their learners. This has benefited them enormously, as the platform has given the course more vocational relevance. Students have learnt how to promote themselves and their musical product online, work collaboratively, and review each others’ work constructively. The learners are now more engaged, enthused and challenged through using NUMU. RSC Eastern Update March Making it in the music industry bit.ly/efcnumu

Latest News In the latest of his short videos, RSC Eastern Technical Advisor, Thomas Rochford, examines the Tesco Hudl tablet, demonstrating how the device works with different web browsers, Moodle, Office 365, and Sharepoint. RSC Eastern Update March Thomas’s Tech Review bit.ly/thomastechhudl

Latest Resources This package includes a short reference guide for universities, colleges and learning providers to ensure risks are recognised and managed appropriately, and essential top tips to help institutions manage the use of social media effectively. RSC Eastern Update March Social Media Guidance from Jisc Legal bit.ly/jisclegalsocialmedia

Latest Resources This excellent website offers a range of fun, interactive resources to provide clear advice on the essentials for enjoying a safe experience online. For students, staff and everyday use. RSC Eastern Update March Cyber Streetwise

Latest Resources Tablet rocket allows you to enter the details of various tablet devices to compare specs, reviews and usability. Top Ten Reviews gives side by side comparisons, reviewing hardware, display, communication and help and support RSC Eastern Update March Tablet guides and comparisons review.toptenreviews.com/ tabletrocket.com/

Recent Initiatives Digital Literacy Support - FlyerFlyer RSC Eastern Update March FE and Skills Window Project – Jorum Blog / Project siteJorum BlogProject site Hairdressing Training - SurveySurvey Copyright – Discover Jisc / Copyright Notice March 2014Discover JiscCopyright Notice March 2014

Topics for 20 th June LRM Forum Suggestions RSC Eastern Update March Using Self Service Library systems Running the 6 book challenge, induction and working with teaching staff, using social media, ebooks, open source LMS How to sell your service - what do you tell Management to create an impact? Discovery services (eg Summon and Ebsco Discovery Service) More of the same but with the opportunity for a practical session or two. Screencasting would be good if not already covered. Shared services Digital Literacies Jorum – FE and Skills Window Project

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