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Librarians are key players and stakeholders in the My Learning Essentials skills support program, the University of Manchester's vehicle for supporting collaborative efforts between library staff, trainers, academics and others across the University. MLE is a blended program that combines an "open" strand of self-directed instruction through online resources and drop-in skills clinics with a "curriculum-linked" strand of class sessions and embedded instruction. Strong ties between those who create, deliver and support the MLE allow for continuous development of the program and support for students. Collaboration at the University of Manchester's Library is well thought-out and extensive, and takes place at every stage, from the design of the calendar of support for the year, to the end-of-term assessment of each strand.

The campaign aims to raise awareness about managing an online presence (digital footprint). There will be various activities, workshops, resources and advice throughout 2014-2015, which will focus on how to create and manage a positive digital footprint, which could assist with: professional networking finding the right job collaborating with others keeping safe online managing your privacy and the privacy of others During ILW (16-20 Feb), there will be a question each day on the topic of social media/digital footprint.

The Guardian is taking stock of the new battlegrounds for the internet. From states stifling dissent to the new cyberwar front line, we look at the challenges facing the dream of an open internet Day four: IP wars Intellectual property, from copyrights to patents, have been an internet battlefield from the start. We look at what Sopa, Pipa and Acta really mean, and explain how this battle is not over. Plus, Clay Shirky will be discussing the issues in a live Q&A

#digitallityeracy and coding in schools - expect an update in 2014, says Guardian

"What type of Digital Learner are you? Complete this short quiz to reveal your personalised digital researcher profile, complete with tips on how to improve your practice..."

I just get a bad link Judi - can you update?

"Our children are surrounded by computers at school and at home. They run their social lives through mobile devices, immerse themselves in video games and get a top-up dose of ICT in the National Curriculum."

The Scottish e-Assessment Forum, which is organised and facilitated by the JISC RSC Scotland, launched on the 24th November 2011. The forum came about due to discussions I had with people from further and higher education institutions across Scotland, where it became clear that there was a need and desire for dedicated time to discuss e-Assessment and share practice.

Physical metaphors for digital safety - by Nominet

February 1 2012 Digital Learning Day is a nationwide celebration of innovative teaching and learning through digital media and technology that engages students and provides them with a rich, personalized educational experience.

The e-Learning Programme has recently produced a series of radio shows on how digital technologies are supporting institutional practices. These shows offer an informative and engaging discussion with leading experts around how technology is supporting colleges and universities in addressing the challenges they currently face.

Some excellent statistics on UK demographics for the digitally excluded.

Digitally literate or digitally skilled? @timbuckteeth explores

Even if you keep your relationship offline, doesn't mean it has no digital footprint http://t.co/EtHLF9rk #digitalfootprint