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| Key resources for standards and specifications in technology options for Creating an MLE. |
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Standards and Specifications: Why Use IMS http://www.jiscinfonet.ac.uk/Resources/external-resources/copy_of_bp4.pdf This briefing paper looks at the reasons behind using IMS, the implications surrounding implementation and references where more information can be gained. |
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http://www.jiscinfonet.ac.uk/Resources/external-resources/CETIS The most useful resource is The Centre for Educational Technology Interoperability Standards (CETIS) which has an enormous amount of information on the standards, and how they are being used in FE and HE |
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http://www.jiscinfonet.ac.uk/Resources/external-resources/enterprisebrief.pdf IMS Enterprise is a specification for transferring data about people and groups (for example, students on a course) between systems such as Virtual Learning Environments (VLEs), Portals, Student Record Systems (SRSs), and Management Information Systems (MISs). |
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What is... IMS Content Packaging? http://www.jiscinfonet.ac.uk/Resources/external-resources/CPbrief.pdf IMS Content Packaging is a specification for sending learning resources (or learning objects) from one program to another, facilitating easier delivery, reuse and sharing of materials. |
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What Is... IMS Learner Information Packaging? http://www.jiscinfonet.ac.uk/Resources/external-resources/lipbrief.pdf The IMS Learner Information Package (LIP) is a specification for a standard means of recording information about learners. |


