The education sector is one of the most dynamic and rapidly changing industries in Malaysia. In line with the country's aspirations to become a regional education hub of excellence, the Malaysia Education Blueprint (2015-2025) charts the way forward by focusing on nurturing future-proof graduates and industry-ready talents that can thrive in the world of IR4.0 technologies.

Malaysia has invested in EduTech towards improving inclusivity by providing courses for users of all ages, experiences, and capabilities that can be conducted at home or in the company of online classmates. Analysts expect the local online learning market to exceed US$2 billion by 2023.

The unprecedented outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic contributed to the rise of e-learning. In response to the new normal resulting from the pandemic, Malaysia’s higher learning institutions have embarked and adopted e-learning approaches such as Open and Distance Learning (ODL) practices.

ODL has been an emerging trend to access quality education, create lifelong learning opportunities, and provide flexible modes of learning methods and conducive learning environment for young school leavers, university communities and the working population.