The document outlines Grantham College's journey in developing staff skills and confidence in using information learning technologies (ILT) between 2006-2012. It discusses the implementation of a virtual learning environment (VLE) strategy including mandatory course content guidelines, a VLE awards scheme, and an ILT mentoring scheme. An evaluation found the mentoring scheme improved participants' confidence in using ILT on average from 2.4 to 4.3 on a 5-point scale.

1. Kate Marshall, Learning Resources Manager , Grantham College Developing Staff ILT Skills and Confidence The Grantham College Journey

2. ILT Development at Grantham 2006-7 Moodle pilot project 2007-8 Moodle training rolled out to departments and individuals 2008-9 Ongoing training Audit of VLE courses – quantity not quality VLE Strategy 2009-12

4. ILT Development at Grantham 2009-10 Pilot launch of VLE Awards scheme 2010-11 Full launch of VLE Awards scheme Mandatory content guidelines in force VLE audit – compliance and awards