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==Origins==

During the 1960s various projects in the USA and the UK using [[Mainframe computer|mainframe]] and [[mini-computers]] began to develop the field of [[E-Learning|Computer Aided Learning]] and there was much debate about its value and effectiveness.<ref>Annett J. and Duke J.,1970, Proceedings of a Seminar on Computer Based Learning Systems, London:NCET</ref> The National Council for Educational Technology produced advice to government in 1969 to run a national development programme to explore the value of these approaches.<ref>NCET, 1969, Computer Based Learning , A Programme for Action, London: National Council for Educational Technology</ref><ref>http://www.edtechhistory.org.uk/history/the_1960s/orig_NCET.html</ref> After much discussion amongst the interested departments and an intervening general election, the Department for Education and Science (DES) announced threein years later1972 the approval by the Secretary of State ([[Mrs Thatcher]]) to a 'national development programme in computer assisted learning'.<ref>Sheridan, G. (1972) 'Go ask the computer' The Guardian Jun 20, 1972</ref> Following the announcement of the Programme the post of Director was advertised.and [[Richard Hooper (civil servant)|Richard Hooper]], BBC Senior Producer in the Faculty of Educational Studies at the Open University was selected.

==Strategy==