Lifelong Learning Networks: updates
We provide updates for Lifelong Learning Network (LLN) stakeholders and practitioners on the progress of LLN development here.
August 2009
[ Download August 2009 update as Adobe PDF 31K | Download August 2009 update as MS Word 110K]Main issues: Update on current status, additional student numbers, report on characteristics of LLN learners, monitoring reports, LLNs and 14-19 diplomas, final summative evaluation of LLNs, E-systems, Re-profiling of SDF funds.
January 2009
[ Download December 2008 update as Adobe PDF 52K ]Main issues: Current status of LLNs, additional student numbers, monitoring reports, peer evaluation, e-systems, 14-19 diplomas.
August 2008
[ Download August 2008 update as Adobe PDF 81K ]Main issues: LLNs, new monitoring template, a framework for sustainability, and an e-systems study.
April 2008
[ Download April 2008 update as Adobe PDF 81K ]Main issues: LLNs, sustainability and employer engagement, LLN interim evaluation, and additional student numbers.
October 2007
[ Download October 2007 update as Adobe PDF 276K ]Main issues: Progression agreements - emerging models and practice, 14-19 pathfinders, National LLN Practitioner Forum funding extended, Work with Sector Skills Councils.
February 2007
[ Download February 2007 update as Adobe PDF 84K | Download February 2007 update as MS Word 108K ]Main issues: ASNs, evaluation, guaranteed progression, equalities, employer engagement.
May 2006
[Download May 2006 update as Adobe PDF 39K | Download May 2006 update as MS Word 96K ]Main issues: Monitoring and evaluation, curriculum provision to facilitate progression, sustainability.
November 2005
[ Download November 2005 update as Adobe PDF 60K | Download November 2005 update as MS Word 62K ]Main issues: Additional Student Numbers (ASNs), defining the LLN 'learner constituency', LLN monitoring and boundary issues.
June 2005
[ Download June 2005 update as Adobe PDF 84K | Download June 2005 update as MS Word 120K ]Main issues: LLNs and credit, student numbers, progression accords, LLN networking and understanding the relationship with Aimhigher.
January 2005
[ Download January 2005 update as Adobe PDF 96K | Download January 2005 update as MS Word 109K ]Main issues: Criteria for LLNs and explanation of processes and objectives, and advice on: learners and programmes, existing progression opportunities, curriculum innovation and development, mechanisms to facilitate progression, re-engaging with learners and governance and sustainability.
Further information is available from: Vicky Waite, e-mail v.waite@hefce.ac.uk, tel 0117 931 7254, or your regional consultant (see the HEFCE institutional teams web pages for details).
Last updated 28 June 2010