The Distance Learning Administration Conference is for those involved or interested in the administration, management, planning, and evaluation of distance learning programs.

The International Conference on E-Learning invites researchers, practitioners, and academics to present their research findings, works in progress, case studies, and conceptual advances in areas of work where education and technology intersect.

At ECEL this year we want to go beyond the gadgets and establish what really matters in e-learning. How do we find the real value of e-learning, and the role of tools therein? More and more we see that e-learning takes a logical place in the design of materials for learning. E-learning is integrated in the design process of learning. A design cycle is followed that sets goals, works out how these goals are assessed, and then fills out the methods of learning. In this way, e-learning can be chosen as a method of learning, and can be selected for its true value. At ECEL 2012 we are looking for examples of great course design as well as examples of good practice, showing the real value of e-learning innovations. Knowing the design and rationale behind a good practice will help individuals apply this in their own setting.