About the 2005-2006 Australian Flexible Learning Framework

The 2005-2006 Australian Flexible Learning Framework provides the vocational education and training (VET) system with e-learning skills, professional development opportunities, products, resources and support networks to meet today's increasingly technology-driven learning environment.

The 2005-2006 Framework is a two-year national strategy collaboratively funded by the Australian Government and all States and Territories at AUD$15 million annually. It builds on the work of the 2000-2004 Framework but also strikes out in some exciting new directions, including working to meet the e-learning needs of students and communities, business and industry, Indigenous learners and people with disabilities.

The 2006 Framework Business Plan provides information on activities planned for 2006.

The 2005 Framework Business Plan provides information on initiatives undertaken during that period.

There are 15 Projects located throughout Australia working as part of the 2005 Framework.
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During its five years, the 2000-2004 Australian Flexible Learning Framework (Framework) provided direct funding and support to more than 20,000 vocational education and training (VET) practitioners and produced approximately 500 e-learning tools and more than 18,000 resources.

The Framework was established in 2000 to support the VET system to meet the rapidly increasing demand for flexible learning and e-learning from industry, enterprise and clients. The Framework was a five-year national strategy collaboratively funded by the Australian Government and all States and Territories to achieve a shared vision of a skilled Australian workforce.

As a component of flexible learning, e-learning involves the application of electronic media in the delivery of flexible vocational education and training (VET) programs. It can include the use of web, CD-ROM or computer-based learning resources in the classroom, workplace or home, as well as online access to course activities such as group discussions and online assessment activities.

Flexible learning, which includes e-learning, is about the learner deciding what, where, when and how they learn.

Products and resources: A diverse range of products and resources are available to support your flexible learning and e-learning initiatives. 2005 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.

*Flexible Learning Toolboxes can be purchased for around AUD$400.

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. We have dedicated 2005 Framework representatives who are available to support you and your organisation.

We also provide access to people who have undertaken professional development and are leading the way in flexible learning through their ideas, initiatives and research.

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.

If you are a training or development manager interested in incorporating technology into your workplace, the 2005 Framework can connect you to the support you need. You might also be interested in reading industry and business case studies of e‑learning in action, or finding out more about Flexible Learning Toolboxes (online customisable training resources).

The 2005 Australian Flexible Learning Framework (2005 Framework) is a national strategy collaboratively funded and managed by the Australian Government and all States and Territories.

The Flexible Learning Advisory Group (FLAG) provides strategic direction and support to the 2005 Framework. It is made up of a strategically-focused group of senior vocational education and training (VET) personnel advising:

• the Department of Education, Science and Training (DEST)
• the Australian Information and Communications Technology in Education Committee (AICTEC),

on national issues related to the directions and priorities for flexible learning in VET, with particular reference to e-learning.

If you would like to talk to somebody about e-learning, the 2005 Australian Flexible Learning Framework (2005 Framework) has an excellent national network of people who can help you. If you're not sure who to speak to, contact the 2005 Framework National Communication Team below:

Email: enquiries@flexiblelearning.net.au
Call, fax or write to:
Tel: (07) 3247 5511
Fax: (07) 3237 0419
Locked Mail Bag 527 GPO
Brisbane QLD 4001
AUSTRALIA