Introduction
The Australian Flexible Learning Framework (Framework) provides the vocational education and training (VET) system with the essential e-learning infrastructure and expertise needed to respond to the challenges of a modern economy and the training needs of Australian businesses and workers.
The Framework was launched as a strategy in 2000, responding to information and communication technology (ICT) developments
in workplaces and society. The Australian Government and all states and territories agreed to work together nationally to
advance the use of e-learning in VET.
The 2008-2011 Framework Strategy maximises and builds on the national investment to date in essential e-learning infrastructure. It will focus on embedding
e-learning in registered training organisations (RTOs), business and industry.
The first 2000-2004 Framework Strategy focused on raising awareness of the potential of e-learning, and starting to build capability. The second 2005-2007 Framework Strategy continued this work, and focused on engaging with key target groups.
Together these strategies have created a considerable infrastructure and a sound foundation on which to establish e-learning as an integral part of the national training system.
The 2008 Framework Business Plan provides the blueprint for the Framework in the first year of the new Strategy, detailing the Leadership and Innovation programs, and their related business activities. Further information can be found in the 2008 business activities or by downloading the 2008 Framework brochure, E-learning in Action [600KB, PDF]
Previous Framework projects are described in the past activities section. Earlier Framework business plans and strategies are available in the key documents section
Components of the Framework
What do we offer to registered training providers?
What support do we offer business and industry?
How are we managed and funded?
What support is available to people who are interested in e-learning?
What do we offer to registered training providers?
Products and resources: A diverse range of products and resources is available to support your flexible learning and e-learning initiatives. Framework products and resources can help you either kick-start flexible learning within your organisation, or keep it moving in the right direction. Resources are mostly FREE* and are available from this website.
State and Territory web pages: Visit your local state or territory web page for more information about what's happening with e-learning in your area including contacts, events and selected 2008 E-learning Innovations projects.
Flexible Learning Toolboxes are high quality, cost effective interactive e-learning and assessment resources featuring scenarios, images and activities that simulate real-life. All Toolboxes support nationally endorsed training packages and are designed for use by registered training organisations, business and industry.
Support networks: We can also connect you to people who are already using, or are eager to use flexible learning, including e-learning, so that you can tap into their experience and knowledge and be part of the growing community of flexible learning novices, enthusiasts and experts.
Case studies: Be inspired by snapshots of individuals and organisations making inroads into flexible learning and e-learning. Their experiences and achievements can be viewed through our growing library of case studies, which illustrate e-learning in action.
What support do we offer business and industry?
Information communication technology (ICT) is being embedded into industry sectors across Australia to meet the challenges of workforce development.
Visit the E-learning for Industry website to see the 40 industry e-learning demonstrations that have been developed with Framework funding between 2005-2007. This industry-focused website provides rich resources, such as an online Practical guide to e-learning for industry where businesses can discover how to make e-learning work in their organisation.
In 2008 the Framework has awarded approximately $600,000 through its Industry Integration of E-learning business activity to advance e-learning and make workplace skills development less costly and more consistent, accessible and flexible. Seven industry sectors are using the funding to integrate e-learning via their employer networks to support the re-skilling and up-skilling of new and current employees.
Flexible Learning Toolboxes are high quality, cost effective interactive e-learning and assessment resources featuring scenarios, images and activities that simulate real-life. All Toolboxes support nationally endorsed training packages and are designed for use by registered training organisations, business and industry.
How are we managed and funded?
The Framework is the national training system's e-learning strategy, collaboratively funded and managed by the Australian Government and all states and territories.
The Flexible Learning Advisory Group (FLAG) is an advisory group of the National Senior Officials Committee (NSOC) and provides advice on strategic direction in flexible delivery, with particular reference to e-learning. FLAG is also responsible for leading and managing the Australian Flexible Learning Framework, as well as providing advice on VET sector perspectives to both the Australian Information and Communication Technology in Education Committee (AICTEC) and to the education.au Board. It comprises a senior nominee of the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR), each state and territory VET CEO and one representative of the national Adult and Community Education (ACE) sector, with education.au as a standing observer.
What support is available to people who are interested in e-learning?
If you would like to talk to somebody about e-learning, the Australian Flexible Learning Framework (Framework) has an excellent
national network of people who can help you.
You can also visit your local state or territory web page for more information about what's happening with e-learning in your area including contacts, events and selected 2008 E-learning Innovations projects.
If you're not sure who to speak to, contact the Framework:
Phone: (07) 3307 4700
Email: enquiries@flexiblelearning.net.au
GPO Box 1326
Brisbane QLD 4001
Find out more http://flexiblelearning.net.au/support
