1. So, what do you do…….? How to show off a Learning Resources Department How do you know you do it well? Success rate? Comparisons? Claire Donlan. Head of Learning Resources. Middlesbrough College. @clairedonlan Yes You do need to show off Diverse perceptions of Learning Resources Self Assessment Review Justify existence?

2. Learning Resources Dept. = eLearning + LRC/library VLE Books eBooks Online databases Computers Laptops & netbooks Flip cameras & mini projectors

3. Data Quantitative footfall / access PC usage, VLE hits eBook usage Qualitative questionnaire How to present the information? Appealing ‘Short & snappy’ Dynamic, Visual Relevant Management style

4. Audience Teaching staff Curriculum Liaison Awareness Sessions Prezi

5. Audience - Senior Management - Students Infographics – Posters - Displays

6. Audience – Students – Staff - Management Feedback cards

8. Combine robust sustainability with innovative practice especially through VLE Make sure it works! Build confidence Keep moving forward Communicate Social media Facebook Twitter Shout about it! weekly to senior management Communicate Talk to people students & staff & peers Peer review / share good practice Mobile Apps

9. Impact Increased use of technologies & resources. Increased demand for staff training. Increased access to & use of physical &virtual space. Raised profile with management.