Edition 67, May 2009

New look 'e-LORNing' gateway launched

A new version of online portal LORN has been launched, demonstrating the vocational education and training (VET) system�s recognition that training providers need easy, online access to quality national education and training resources.

Launched by the national training system�s e-learning strategy, the Australian Flexible Learning Framework, LORN connects training providers with free or low-cost learning resources from around the country, through a central online source.

LORN directly supports the Australian Government�s commitment to developing a VET system where teachers and trainers are effective �managers of learning� and are able to access a sustainable e-learning infrastructure.

Its enhanced search functionality encourages a more flexible approach to education and training, allowing training providers to design or customise their own training by mixing and matching learning resources from different sources.

LORN adds to the national education and training infrastructure by providing a service which saves training providers time and money, by allowing them to share resources rather than having to develop their own.

Resource developed in more than half of the country are currently represented in LORN through its state, territory and two national collections � TVET Australia and the Toolbox Repository.

All LORN resources comply with nationally agreed standards so training providers can use them in a variety of learning management systems.

To check out the new look site and search facility visit http://lorn.flexiblelearning.net.au

For more information contact the Australian Flexible Learning Framework on 07 3307 4700, enquiries@flexiblelearning.net.au or visit www.flexiblelearning.net.au

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