Connecting the World through Open, Distance and e-Learning

The development of technology considerably changes major characteristics and even the philosophy of education. Distance learning and e-learning have become a part of daily life and penetrate into conventional educational establishments. OER and MOOCs, as well as emerging smart education challenge existing educational systems. The kaleidoscope of approaches, techniques, breakthroughs and gaps in education make sharing experience and promoting cooperation a vital necessity at international, regional, national, local and institutional levels.
THEME OF THE ICDE INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE 2014: Connecting the World through Open, Distance and e-Learning
SUB-THEMES:

• distance education: the economic, technological, pedagogical and social outlook
• open, distance and flexible learning for reduction of the gap between formal education and work
• e-learning in a conventional educational establishment: challenges and possibilities
• distance and smart education: narrowing or widening digital and cognitive gaps?
• quality and standards of educational provision in distance settings; social and cultural diversity and linguistic plurality; educational tradition and innovation – where does the balance lie?
• open, distance and e-learning as a field for cooperation at international, regional, interregional, national, local and institutional levels.

Language

Working languages are Russian and English. Simultaneous interpretation will be provided at all plenary and selected parallel sessions.