Planting the iLRN core

Planting the iLRN Core

Immersive learning spans research, practice, design, and the arts. iLRN exists to help these communities connect and co-create impact. With limited resources but strong projects underway (3D Book Club, iLRN2026 Organizing Committee, XR initiatives), we need a lean operating core to balance growth and coordination.

1. Purpose
Draft a Network Codex Mission Statement in BookStack, defining its role as iLRN’s operating core—a documentation hub, gallery, and co-creation space—with audience tiers (Board, Directors, Volunteers, Public).

2. Architecture
Use Stacks for domains (Operations, Events, XR Spaces, Publications), Books for systems/projects (Virtual Campus, Cvent, Stripe), Chapters for process areas, and Pages for living documents (e.g., SOPs, Knowledge Tree overview).

3. Templates
Develop reusable formats for SOPs, Project Briefs, and Event Run-of-Show docs, seeded with examples for consistency.

4. Pilot & Engagement
Load 5–7 key documents and test editing with a small team (CIO + contributors), exploring versioning and collaboration.

5. Governance
Set roles (Admins, Editors, Readers), define contribution protocols, and trial a public-facing “Gallery Showcase.”

6. Iteration
After 2–3 weeks, assess collaboration, friction points, and refine before scaling.

This phased approach provides iLRN with a practical, scalable foundation for knowledge stewardship, volunteer coordination, and global engagement.