Every year, the AAOU may present a Meritorious Service Award (MSA) to an individual for his/her outstanding services and contributions to open and distance education. Individual academics or administrators may be nominated by AAOU member institutions. This prestigious award shall consist of a plaque and a citation. The Executive Committee of AAOU will have the honour of selecting the recipient … Read More
Staff Exchange Fellowship Programme – Beijing Open University
Beijing Open University (BJOU) is offering two short-term fellowships 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 exchange and promoting mutual understanding among staff of the open universities of Asia. Number of fellowship 2 Duration of the fellowship 1 week Schedule of commencement 13–19 September … Read More
The 39th AAOU Annual Conference 2026 Calls for Papers!
We are pleased to inform you that the 39th AAOU Annual Conference will be hosted by the Polytechnic University of the Philippines, from 22-24 October 2026. Raising the theme “Responding to Global Challenges Towards a Resilient and Future-Ready Open and Distance Education,” the 39th AAOU Annual Conference encompasses a diverse range of sub-themes, designed to foster interdisciplinary dialogue and innovation. The sub-themes are as follows: … Read More
BINAR 2026 International Summer Camp – Applications Now Open!
Universitas Terbuka (UT), Indonesia, has announced the 3rd edition of BINAR (Bina Budaya Antarbangsa), its flagship international summer camp programme that brings together students from around the world for an inspiring experience of learning, cultural exchange, and global collaboration. This year, BINAR 2026 will be held in Jakarta and Yogyakarta, Indonesia, offering students the opportunity to engage in cross-cultural learning, … Read More
Asian Association of Open Universities 2026 Inter-university Staff Exchange Fellowship by the Open University of China
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
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