Digital Nations in the Making

How can adult participation in learning be widened effectively? How can support and resources for learning be provided in a dispersed and multi-centre teaching environment so that learners can progress through flexible learning programmes which are responsive to their needs, build confidence and offer opportunities for progression, achievement and skills acquisition? A comparative study of the USA, Canada and the UK explores how governments, educational institutions, and voluntary and community bodies are deploying digital and web-based technologies to promote post-school education and community development. The promise of a treasure house of resources, digitally delivered and infinitely customisable, providing control, choice and personalisation for the learner, is within reach. Harford analyses current provision and makes recommendations for future action.Harford, Ian is the author of 'Digital Nations in the Making', published 2006 under ISBN 9781862012745 and ISBN 1862012741.