AADES

WELCOME

Affiliating with AADES (Australasian Association of Distance Education Schools) means joining a dynamic network of educators committed to innovation, collaboration, and excellence in distance and online learning.

AADES provides valuable professional development, facilitates the sharing of best practices, and strives for quality education across diverse and remote contexts.

Whether you're a school leader, teacher, or support staff, AADES connects you with like-minded professionals invested in the future of flexible education across Australasia.

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Click, Connect, Decode - phonics teaching in distance learning

Sep 5, 2025

In this webinar, Sheldon Smith shares how Kimberley SOTA brings joy to phonics by combining daily reviews with physical movement. Discover simple routines that help children strengthen their phonics knowledge, stay engaged in distance learning, and build confidence through active, memorable practice. Date: 18 September 2025 Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm AEST Details in article

AADES: August 2025 e-bulletin

Aug 28, 2025

In this e-bulletin learn about our AADES member survey, webinar programs, the 2026 AADES Conference in Sydney. Members also have an opportunity to influence research on Distance Learning.

Curiosity: The “why” and “how” of curiosity in learning

Jun 23, 2025

In this webinar, Casey Hall shares Open Access College’s journey so far in developing effective learners through curiosity. “Our schooling system quashes curiosity in students.” “Curious people live longer.” “Curiosity killed the cat.” Curious about these statements? Come along and learn why curiosity is important and how to foster student curiosity in the online classroom.‍ ‍See article for recording and presentation slide deck.

AADES is the peak professional organisation in Australasia representing school level distance education.AADES was formed in 1993 and currently has in excess of 1200 members across all Australian states and New Zealand.

AADES is the peak professional organisation in Australasia representing school level distance education.
AADES was formed in 1993 and currently has in excess of 1200 members across all Australian states and New Zealand.