In this new section, we will be taking a closer look at non-eLib digital libraries initiatives, programmes, projects and research, both in the UK and overseas.

The International Institute for Electronic Library Research - a new kid on the block; Marily Deegan describes the International Institute for Electronic Library Research, a significant new centre of research based at De Montfort University.
European Libraries Programme: The European Libraries Programme - instant cash for libraries who can hitch a ride on the Euro gravy train? Or another limited budget R&D programme for those content to live on bread and water? Rosalind Johnson of the UK National Focal Point for the European Libraries Programme explains all.
Open Peer Review & Argumentation: Loosening the Paper Chains on Journals: Tamara Sumner and Simon Buckingham Shum of the Knowledge Media Institute of the Open University, describe the design and implementation of the Journal of Interactive Media in Education, and some of the issues behind the approach that this journal takes to the process of scholarly review.
FDTL: The Fund for the Development of Teaching and Learning: Gerry Taggart gives a brief outline of this HEFCE funded programme of projects geared towards teaching and learning using IT.
DESIRE: Development of a European Service for Information on Research and Education: Klaas Wierenga, the director of DESIRE, describes this pan-European project in which the academic network services of the UK have a large stake.
The SURF foundation: Jaqueline Pieters describes the evolution of the SURF Foundation, a major IT co-ordination service for the Dutch academic sector.
CTI (Computers in Teaching Initiative): The CTI, set up in 1989, offers a UK-wide service to academic staff in higher education institutions through its network of 24 subject-based centres. Joyce Martin, acting head of the CTI Support Service, describes this HEFCE funded initiative.

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