Aims to examine the ICONEX Project worked in the area of learning objects, especially interactive ones, and the role of repositories in collaboration and sustainable development. The main activity of the project was to establish and populate a repository, but an important strand was to promote an overall vision.
Rather than focusing on more direct outcomes, the paper looks at the benefits of the diverse collaborations that have arisen from project networking. It also reflects on how the internal organisation of the project, such as the frequent steering group meetings, enabled this style of collaboration.
Reveals the benefits of the collaborations as being input into technical development of Xtensis, the formulation of JISC's own X4L programme and contributions to educational standards through CETIS.
Shows the importance of the role of repositories in collaboration and sustainable development.
