What is National Distance Learning Week (NDLW)?
National Distance Learning Week (NDLW) is a week of free digital and distance learning programming. It is presented by the United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) on a global level and has attracted multiple participating institutions over its 18 year history. These affiliate partners include USDLA state chapters as well as schools, colleges, universities, and corporations.
About National Distance Learning Week
In a long tradition of annually honoring the study of digital and distance learning, USDLA hosts a free virtual week-long series of webinars meant to:
- generate greater awareness and appreciation for distance/digital learning;
- spotlight applications in K-20, telehealth, corporate, and government/military;
- discuss current issues and emerging trends;
- highlight best practices;
- recognize leaders in the field
What topics are typically discussed at NDLW?
Past topics have included open access resources for gamification in education, building diversity in the distance learning workforce, micro-learning and more.
When is NDLW 2025?
NDLW 2025 will be held Monday November 3rd through Friday November 7th
How do I attend NDLW 2025?
You can register for free by clicking here
What is the cost to attend National Distance Learning Week?
There is no cost to attend NDLW as it is provided free of charge, courtesy of the United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) and its industry sponsors
How long has there been NDLW?
This years’ NDLW marks the 19th year for the event, providing valuable distance and digital education updates to more than 50,000 virtual attendees
Conference Schedule/Lineup
Please note that our 11am Daily Show is a chance for you to network and participate in discussions based on ideas you and your peers submit to the following slightly spooky, Halloween-inspired survey about how distance learning saved the world, or at least keep us learning throughout the pandemic.
Day 1: Monday, November 3
Day 2: Monday, November 4
NDLW Partner Providers
The United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) is happy to promote other NDLW events happening around the world.
Social Media Kit
The official hashtag for this event is #USDLANDLW2025.
Our social media handles are:
- @USDistanceLearningAssoc on Facebook
- @us-distance-learning-association on LinkedIn
- @USDLA on Twitter.
Our logo variations are attached here for presenters and panelists to use in their social media posts and/or to personalize their Zoom backgrounds.
After you attend a session, kindly take a moment to fill out the NDLW 2025 session survey letting us know your thoughts. We appreciate your feedback as it helps us to constantly improve the event.
NDLW Recordings
All NDLW sessions will be recorded and made available for free to USDLA members. If you would like to learn more about USDLA membership, please visit our membership page.