12 May, 2024: The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) partnered with the Commonwealth of Learning’s (COL) regional centre, the Commonwealth Educational Media Centre for Asia (CEMCA), to recently host the International Conference on Perspectives and Innovations in Open and Distance Learning (ODL) in Noida, India. The primary aim of this hybrid conference was to convene educators, researchers, policymakers and industry experts internationally to facilitate a robust exchange of insights, best practices and cutting-edge innovations shaping the global landscape of ODL in education and skills.
COL was represented virtually by Professor Peter Scott, President and CEO of COL, who shed light on COL’s endeavours in the evolving landscape of ODL. He emphasised the importance of empowering learners and extending quality support to facilitate meaningful learning experiences.
Dr Tony Mays, Director of Education COL, who also presented, commented on the role of ODL for open schooling: