FD2 - Distance Learning in Europe - Exchange of Experience and Knowledge Sharing

Andreas is member of the presidium of Bundesverband Fernstudienanbieter eV Berlin. With more than 100 experts for media-supported and tutored learning, we are now the leading specialist association for digital (further) education including tutoring in German-speaking countries. Through our scientific and educational policy campaigns, we stimulate public discussion and strengthen the acceptance of digital, quality-assured learning methods. We provide impetus for innovative learning concepts that meet the requirements of today's society, the labor market and the demands of learning adults.

Media-supported and tutored learning is the unifying element of our members - they are all experienced experts in life- and work-related forms of learning. Thanks to our modern association structure, we are a powerful action platform with great design options for our members.

Andreas also Managing Director of Klett Corporate Education Services, part of the Stuttgart based Klett Group. He focuses on adult education and cooperation with employment agencies and job centers in the education voucher business.

Oliver Nahm leads the project “Learning Analytics – Distance Learning” at the Federal Institute for Vocational Education and Training (BIBB), which aims to assess the importance of Learning Analytics for vocational distance learning courses, as well as further its implementation.

He has worked as a teacher and trainer for many years, designing and teaching courses both on- and offline. His focus is on a holistic and flexible approach to education, utilizing data, while keeping the focus on the human element.

Ellen Gunning created Irish Academy of Public Relations in 1992. The college provides internationally recognised online professional diploma courses, modular self-learning CPD courses and corporate training in communications disciplines. Ellen is author of three books, including the global third-level core text “Public Relations – A Practical Approach”. She specialises in Crisis PR training and consultancy. Her other business, Mettacomms, is an AI powered platform offering sight of future trends in multiple disciplines. A member of the board of EADL, the European Association for Distance Learning, Ellen’s panel contribution spans both communications and future-vision inputs.

Andrea Feddersen is Head of the APOLLON Akademie in Bremen, a distance learning institute focused on professional development in health and social sectors. With a career dedicated to e-learning and digital education, she emphasizes enhancing learners' experiences through advanced media solutions and online learning environments. Currently, she is exploring the integration of artificial intelligence into the learning process, particularly in relation to exams and assessments. Her current approach aims to optimize educational outcomes, supporting students throughout their learning journey.

Ms Olstad has over 25 years of experience in education and technology. In the organisation Flexible Education Norway, she is responsible for the committee on quality in flexible education, and advises on innovation and digital learning design. She has contributed to several international projects, and promotes openness and sharing in flexible and distance education.

Jens Greefe is the Director of Studies at Klett OWB, Klett Online Weiterbildung GmbH & Co. KG in Hamburg. Klett OWB, together with its subsidiaries ILS, SGD, Fernakademie für Erwachsenenbildung, and Schule des Schreibens, teaches approximately 90,000 participants annually in more than 300 distance learning courses. He holds a diploma in Economics and is responsible for the development, organization, and quality management of the course programs.
From 2012 to 2020, Jens Greefe served as Vice President, and from 2022 to 2025 he was a member of the board of the German Association for Distance Learning (“Bundesverband der Fernstudienanbieter,” formerly “Forum Distance Learning”).
Since 2021, he has been a member of the Global Advisory Board of OEB Online Educa Berlin.
Jens Greefe has chaired the Research & Development Committee since 2014 and has been a member of the board of EADL since 2025.