JISC

Terms of reference

• worked with the Programme Director and Programme Manager in overseeing the VRE projects, with particular reference to the broad aims of the VRE Programme and the JISC Support of Research committee (JSR)
• offered advice on the direction of individual projects where necessary and helped the Programme Manager identify synergies between projects
• offered advice to the programme on developing practices and standards that the VRE projects and the JISC Executive should be aware of to take the programme to successful completion
• reviewed the results from the programme formative evaluation and offered advice on the evaluation strategy
• offered advice on dissemination, exit strategies and evaluation for the programme and projects
• advised the JISC Executive and where necessary the JSR on additional areas of work that could enhance the objectives of the programme
• identified synergies with developments and organisations both outside and within the JISC community
• reported to the JSR on the programme and to be in a position to advise on recommendations for future work in the outgoing years of the VRE programme

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The Advisory Board worked with the Programme Manager in executing their work and will offer advice to the Programme Manager where it is sought.

The JISC Executive decided to establish an Advisory Board as a mechanism to enhance the execution of the programme and to ensure a wider perspective is taken into account in managing the programme. Ultimately the Programme Manager was responsible for managing the programme and the programme of work, however it was recognised that this task is facilitated by working with experts within the learning and research community. The Advisory Board fulfilled this expert function. The relationship between the Advisory Board and the Programme Manager was a mutually supportive one. It was expected that Advisory Board members draft papers on occasion and to take an interest in project plans and progress.