What is

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What is ?

• Texas Distance Learning Association

Promoting the development and application of all
forms of distance learning.
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is

• An affiliated chapter of the United States
  Distance Learning Association
• A non-profit association

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• Promotes development and application of distance
  learning
• Implements effective distance learning strategies
• Serves distance learning practitioners in Texas
  and the global community

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Goals

• Openness - provide forum for all distance
  learning professionals and organizations
• Resources - meet members needs at any stage of
  distance learning development

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Goals cont.

• Connectedness - note opportunities and help
  members focus on areas of interest
• Collaboration - establish collaborative
  atmosphere for its members

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Goals cont.

• Service - serve distance learning membership and
  community
• Leadership - provide leadership to improve
  distance learning in Texas

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Goals cont.

• Recognition - recognize achievements in distance
  learning with awards
• Fun - maintain a relaxed atmosphere for member
  comfort and enjoyment

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Constituencies

• Corporate/Private Sector
• Government/Military
• Healthcare/Telemedicine
• Higher Education
• K-12 Education
• Vocational/Technical

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Annual Dues

• Individual Annual Membership - 35
• Student Annual Membership - 20
• Membership is included w/full conference
  registration
• April 1 March 31 (prorated biannually)

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Resources

• Statewide/regional conferences
• Leadership workshops
• Professional development
• Regional Group activities

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Benefits

• USDLA affiliate membership
• Executive Partnership Council
• Website access to membership lists
• Distance learning needs analysis survey
• Job postings
• On-line discussion forums
• Listserv and newsletters

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RegionalGroups
Based on geographical regions as shown here.
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