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These essays by leaders in open education describe successes, challenges, and opportunities they have found in a range of open education initiatives. They approach-from both macro and micro perspectives-the central question of how open education tools, resources, and knowledge can improve the quality of education.

As colleague Rhonda Epper described, "There is also an excellent article in this month's issue of Educause Review on Ebooks in Higher Education. The author speculates more widespread adoption in the next several years, but he says there needs to be an "iPod equivalent" for the e-reader, which has not yet arrived. He also talks about the cultural shift that is happening from print to digital. "

conferences and events EVENTS ECIS provides programs of professional development that enhance and improve the effectiveness of all teachers and administrators in its member schools. ECIS creates opportunities for the study and discussion of educational topics and for ongoing dialogue with educational leaders worldwide. It organizes and offers a range of conferences and workshops held at various sites in Europe and around the world.

Children and the Internet

In this report, Cathy Davidson and David Theo Goldberg focus on the potential for shared and interactive learning made possible by the Internet.