The Open University Forum is a collaborative network of Open Universities in Finland. It was established in 2004 and represents all Finnish universities.
The function of the Forum is to:
- promote the formation and implementation of shared principals in Open University education and encourage cooperation between universities
- influence and represent interests in education policy
- increase the public awareness of Open University education
- support the social and regional function of universities
- support the development of data systems and electronic services connected to Open University education, both in universities and on a national level
- share experiences and good practices in organizing and developing Open University education
- share the best practices in international cooperation
- Open university education in Finland
- Contact information:
Chairperson Mari Karjalainen (University of the Arts)
mari.karjalainen@uniarts.fi
Tel. +358503843452