As an educator in an online distance, flexible learning (ODFL) context, the greatest motivation for me is seeing my learners succeed in their courses and qualifications, all the while learning flexibly at a distance and managing studies along with life
Contribute to the advancement of online, flexible and distance learning and teaching in Aotearoa, New Zealand The Flexible Learning Association of New Zealand (FLANZ) is currently seeking people to strengthen our advocacy of distance and online learning and teaching in
JOFDL is open to new reviewers to ensure the quality of our double-anonymous review process. This is an excellent way for junior academics, PhD and advanced students, as well as more experienced faculty to gain insight into the quality outputs
“Radical flexibility: centring relationality and justice in pursuit of emancipatory education”: Associate Professor Rhys Jones, Keynote at FLANZ August 2024. An exploration of how (in the context of medical education) students can be constructively engaged with their own preconceptions.
Presentation ‘Empowering STEM educators in Fiji: Integrating OERs and technology in the classroom’ Integration of Open Educational Resources (OERs) and technology in teaching and learning is crucial for enhancing learning experiences, particularly in STEM education. This presentation outlines a training
Workshop ‘Working together for change: Digital education meets the climate and nature emergencies’ In light of the climate and nature crises, Neil Selwyn (2021) issued a call to ‘reimagine educational technology as a focus for collective action rather than individual gain’. In
Panel conversation ‘Gen AI past its hype…and its impact on education in Aotearoa New Zealand’ We are convening a panel for a conversation around generative AI now that it’s passed its peak hype according to the latest Gartner Hype Cycle for
Open Access Week 2024 (Oct 21-27, 2024) will continue the call to put “Community over Commercialization” and prioritize approaches to open scholarship that serve the best interests of the public and the academic community. Openness can create pathways to more
Keynote address from Associate Professor Michael A. Cowling at the 2024 FLANZ Conference entitled “Pedagogy Beyond Technology: exploring the complex relationship between Technology Enhanced Learning and Scholarly Practice” (86 mins)
https://jofdl.nz/index.php/JOFDL/issue/view/55The editorial focusses on we believe are mergent themes in ODFL. There are three primary studies, from Carolyn Rood and Michael Barbour entitled ‘Virtual Learning for Māori Students’, a reflection of sensemaking in a South African context from Piera Biccard