Introduction

The Hellenic Open University, Hellenic Network of Open & Distance Education cordially invite you to the Fourth International Conference on Open and Distance Learning: 'Open and Distance Education for Global Collaboration & Educational Development' in Athens, 27 -29 November 2009 (Apollon Conference Centre, Piraeus, Greece).

Who Should Attend?

Distance education  is one of the most talked-about topics today in higher education and corporate training. This conference, which will provide the latest information on distance education programs, processes, packages, and protocols, is geared to both experienced professionals and interested newcomers to distance education and online learning who hail from a variety of work sectors, including higher education, continuing education, business, government, professional associations, and nonprofit organizations.

In the last conference (IDOL 2007) attendees came from over 36 Countries: (Greece, Cyprus, Belgium, Spain, Iran, Canada, Turkey, South Africa, Italy, Palestine, France, Ireland, Japan, Nigeria, Bulgaria, USA, Austria, Finland, Pakistan, Great Britain, Ukraine, Egypt, Lithuania, Israel, India, Czech Republic, Brazil, Portugal, Botswana, Barbados – West Indies, Rumania, Australia, Bangladesh, Mexico, Sri Lanka, Taiwan) representing college level faculty and administrators, instructional technology professionals and instructional designers.

Mark your agenda: Athens, November 27 – 29, 2009

ICODL 2009 is set to be the key event for the international  distance education and technology-supported learning . We have secured  an excellent line-up of top international experts, who will cover a range of key topics, bringing together their knowledge and experience from various backgrounds.

An interesting academic and social program is being planned and you are assured of a stimulating, enjoyable and memorable experience.