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In this 8th edition on new modes of teaching and learning we cover initiatives related to: Applying AI and Learning Analytics, Enhancing Engagement and Support, Optimizing cross-institutional Studies and Innovating Skills and Competencies.

The report by EADTU's working group on Retention and Student Services addresses concerns over declining enrollments and high dropout rates in open and distance learning universities. It discusses historical and contemporary perspectives on student attrition, emphasising the need for universities to adapt to diverse learner needs. The report aims to identify factors contributing to early departure in online and distance learning and shares successful approaches adopted by EADTU members to enhance student support and retention. It is structured into three chapters covering reasons for retention issues, curriculum design, data usage, and lifecycle intervention points for student support.

This report covers the achievements and milestones of EADTU in 2023.

Overview of papers as presented during the Innovating Higher Education Conference, 04 - 06 October 2023 in Istanbul.

The Open University published its latest Innovating Pedagogy report, co-authored by academics at the Institute of Educational Technology together with researchers from the Centre for Innovation in Learning and Teaching at the University of Cape Town.

A report on policies and practices to assure the quality of micro-credentials in the European Higher Education Area, published by ENQA.