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About Us

About Us

Global Association For Open And Distance Learning - (GAODL) is an independent professional network energised and informed by the expertise of over 500 people committed to enhancing distance, open, flexible and online education. The members of the GAODL are drawn from all around the world.

Our Mission

GAODL is committed to promoting innovation and good practice in e-learning and extending the knowledge base available to professionals involved in open, flexible online education. We recognise the importance of making up-to-date information on emerging trends and learning technologies available. We are also dedicated to promoting excellence and supporting sustainable development in distance education in the diverse forms it takes in this, our twenty-first century, globalised environment.

GAODL Activities

Conducting research in the development and implementation of e-learning.
Publishing resources that advance distance learning practices.
Sharing knowledge and drawing the public, governments, industry representative and the media together through its events.
Cooperating with regional, national and international associations, institutions and organisations to ensure high quality learning experiences are available.