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Another factor is the degree of '''openness''' in regional networks. Generally, there is a tendency towards openness in network relations in order to increase the mutual benefit of these relations. | Another factor is the degree of '''openness''' in regional networks. Generally, there is a tendency towards openness in network relations in order to increase the mutual benefit of these relations. | ||
The '''direction of cooperation''' can be central for regional (e-)learning networks, since it influences many other network characteristics and activities. Regional (e-)learning networks could be both horizontally and vertically oriented, horizontally meaning that networks go across various sectors, whereas vertical orientation includes partners from one sector only. As regards sustainable development, ''vertical or even diagonal networks'' are preferred as they integrate actors from various sectors and reduce professional myopia. | The '''direction of cooperation''' can be central for regional (e-)learning networks, since it influences many other network characteristics and activities. Regional (e-)learning networks could be both horizontally and vertically oriented, horizontally meaning that networks go across various sectors, whereas vertical orientation includes partners from one sector only. As regards sustainable development, '''vertical or even diagonal networks''' are preferred as they integrate actors from various sectors and reduce professional myopia. | ||
The form of organisation and control is an important issue in networks due to influences of power in the respective regions. A differentiation between self-organised and managed learning networks must be made here. Former are characterised by rather informal and structures and often smaller dimensions (e.g. spatial extend, number of participants). Learning may be described as an open process or a means to an end. Latter are mainly professionally managed, goal oriented and institutionalised networks, in which members have clear assignments of tasks and responsibilities. | The form of organisation and control is an important issue in networks due to influences of power in the respective regions. A differentiation between self-organised and managed learning networks must be made here. Former are characterised by rather informal and structures and often smaller dimensions (e.g. spatial extend, number of participants). Learning may be described as an open process or a means to an end. Latter are mainly professionally managed, goal oriented and institutionalised networks, in which members have clear assignments of tasks and responsibilities. | ||