Covid 19 pandemic and industrial revolution 4.0 brings about changes in higher education. More universities apply online or blended learning, outside open and distance learning institutions. Even after the pandemic, more universities are still using online and blended learning. Besides, different kinds of technologies are developed to allow more flexible online learning activities. Augmented and virtual reality increase immersive situation of learning. Generative artificial intelligence provides opportunities for both teacher and learners to produce text, images, or even videos. Open, distance and flexible learning improves education participation rate in developing countries. Learning can take places regardless of barrier. In addition, education becomes more inclusive. However, institutions offering open, distance and flexible learning have to overcome challenges. Government’s funding is decreasing. Retention rate of students is high. students feel lonely and abandoned. Therefore, Innodel 2024 is an opportunity for academics, practitioners, government officials, as well as business sector to share ideas. It is a forum to share best practices. Participants may develop network and community of practice.