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Call for Submissions

Call for Submissions

The Flexible Learning Association of New Zealand (FLANZ), in partnership with ODLAA, invites submissions for FLANZ Conference 2026: He Tāngata. 7–9 October 2026 | Otago Polytechnic | Ōtepoti Dunedin. Conference Theme The theme, he tāngata (the people) draws on the

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Celebrating Our Gold Sponsor: Open Polytechnic

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We are pleased to welcome Open Polytechnic as a Gold Sponsor for the upcoming FLANZ 2026 Conference in Ōtepoti Dunedin. As New Zealand’s largest specialist provider of open, distance, and flexible learning, Open Polytechnic empowers over 40,000 learners each year

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FLANZ Awards 2026

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Would you like to be recognised for making an outstanding contribution to flexible, open and online learning in Aotearoa? Applications are now invited for the 2026 FLANZ Awards, which will be presented at the FLANZ Conference 2026: He Tāngata networking

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Introducing Keynote Speaker: Dr. Adrian Woodhouse 

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FLANZ 2026 Conference: He Tāngata, in association with ODLAA We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Adrian Woodhouse (Kāi Tahu, Kāti Māmoe, Waitaha) as a confirmed keynote speaker for the upcoming FLANZ 2026 Conference, hosted at Otago Polytechnic in Ōtepoti Dunedin

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Principle Sponsors Announcement

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Proudly announcing the Open and Distance Learning Association of Australia (ODLAA) as the Principal Sponsor for the upcoming FLANZ 2026 Conference! FLANZ 2026 Conference: He Tāngata, in association with ODLAA. Scheduled to take place from 7–9 October 2026 at Otago

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Securing the Future of Online Networked Learning in New Zealand Schools

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In a recent webinar hosted by FLANZ and the Kōtuitui Online Teachers Network, educators and leaders from across Aotearoa gathered to discuss a pivotal point for our education system: securing the future of online networked learning in NZ schools. This

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Webinar ‘Building digital resilience through ePortfolios: Lessons for the future’

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FLANZ and the Association for Authentic, Experiential, and Evidence-Based Learning (AAEEBL) invite to this webinar with Mpho-Entle Modise and Norm Vaughan. When: 20 May 2026, 9am NZSTWhere: Online in Zoom Registration is open for this free webinar. Abstract In a

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FLANZ Conference 2026: He Tāngata 

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FLANZ and Otago Polytechnic are proud to announce that the FLANZ Conference 2026: He Tāngata, will be held 07-09 October at the Otago Polytechnic Ōtepoti (Dunedin) campus.  The FLANZ Conference 2026: He Tāngata, provides an opportunity for the education community

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Holiday Reading on AI and Education

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You might be excused for feeling deluged with information about AI and its implications for education in 2025. So, the holidays could be an opportune time to go back and review some of the sources that have escaped your notice.

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FLANZ at ICDE 2025 Policy Forum: Driving Inclusivity, Scalability & Sustainability in Education in the Oceania region

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At the recent ICDE 2025 World Conference Education Policy Forum in New Zealand, Aotearoa, FLANZ joined forces with ACODE and ODLAA to represent Oceania’s voice on the future of Open, Distance, and Flexible Learning (ODFL).  Our shared mission: enabling Ako

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