In support of the Asian Association of Open Universities (AAOU) Inter-university Staff Exchange Fellowship Programme, the Open University of China (OUC) is offering short-term fellowships to academic, administrative, research or technical staff from AAOU member institutions for the year 2026. This programme aims to provide a platform for capacity building and establishment of sustainable partnerships as well as fostering knowledge … Read More
The 38th AAOU Annual Conference 2025 Convenes in Beijing, China
The Asian Association of Open Universities (AAOU), a premier regional network for open and distance education in Asia, successfully held its 38th Annual Conference in Beijing, China, from 20 to 23 October 2025. Hosted by the Open University of China (OUC), the event centered on the theme “Transforming ODL for a Sustainable Lifelong Learning Society. At the Opening Ceremony, Dr. Ren … Read More
2025 SOU International Visiting Scholar Program
Shanghai Open University (SOU) is pleased to announce the 2025 International Visiting Scholar Program, aiming to foster global academic exchange and cooperation in open and distance education. This program invites scholars from universities, research institutions, and related fields worldwide to engage in academic discussions, field visits, and collaborative research, with the goal of enhancing teaching and research quality in the … Read More
AAOU COL Fellowship 2025 is Open for Applications
THE WAIT IS OVER!!!AAOU COL Fellowship 2025 is Here! We are pleased to inform you the AAOU COL Fellowship 2025 is finally OPEN for applications!! Are you coming from one of the Asian Commonwealth nations, i.e. Bangladesh, India, Maldives, Pakistan or Sri Lanka? You are most welcome to try your luck on this fellowship. The fellowship will defray the Conference … Read More
The 38th AAOU Annual Conference 2025 Calls for Papers!
📢 THE WAIT IS OVER!!! 📢 The 38th AAOU Annual Conference 2025 Calls for Papers 📢 We are pleased to inform you the deadline for Abstract submission is officially EXTENDED to 15 May 2025!! You have more time and chance to submit your masterpiece and present it to the world! Come and be a part of “Transforming ODL for A Sustainable Lifelong Learning”! We … Read More
Transforming ASEAN’s Skills and Education Future through Cross-Border Learning and Harmonised Education
Flexible, stackable learning that is recognised across ASEAN must become a central pillar if the region is to meet the needs of its emerging generation of learners. Highlighting this urgent shift, Prof Dr Lily Chan, Chief Executive and Vice-Chancellor of WOU, called for education systems to move beyond rigid pathways and empower young people with modular learning opportunities — qualifications … Read More
Wawasan Open University Partners with Industry Leaders to Strengthen Semiconductor and Manufacturing Talent Pipeline
Wawasan Open University (WOU) has signed three Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with TT Vision Technologies Sdn Bhd, Oppstar Technology Sdn Bhd, and Clarion (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd in Penang, Malaysia to enhance workforce development in Malaysia’s semiconductor and manufacturing sector. The MoUs, signed on 6 March 2025 at WOU’s main campus in Penang, will see the University as the primary skills … Read More
MoA Signing between St. Paul University Philippines and Education Centre of Australia
By Mr. Carlos Babaran, MIT – St. Paul University Philippines (SPUP) signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with Education Centre of Australia (ECA), marking a significant collaboration aimed at launching an innovative Open University project. Held at ECA’s headquarters in Sydney, Australia on April 22, 2024, the agreement was formalized by the leaders from both institutions. Sister Merceditas Ang, SPC … Read More
Three-day Capacity Building Workshop Hosted by Netaji Subhas Open University
Netaji Subhas Open University (NSOU), Kolkata, West Bengal in collaboration with the Commonwealth of Learning (COL), Vancouver, Canada, and the Commonwealth Educational Media Centre for Asia (CEMCA), New Delhi, organized a three-day (20-22 March 2025) capacity building workshop on the “Development of Institutional Graduate Employability Framework in Open Universities of East and North-East States.” The objective of the workshop was … Read More
The 30th ICDE World Conference 2025 is Coming Soon!
Register for the 30th ICDE World Conference 202510-13 November 2025 │ Wellington, New Zealand The 30th ICDE World Conference 2025 will gather global educators, researchers, and innovators under the theme “Ako: Exchanging ideas for inclusive, scalable, and sustainable education.” Hosted by Open Polytechnic of New Zealand and Massey University, the program includes keynotes, workshops, networking opportunities, and an exciting pre-conference day on 10 November. The ICDE … Read More