These proceedings of a world conference of the International Council for Distance Education (ICDE) contain the full text of the following conference presentations: (1) Official Opening (Senator Susan Ryan, Australia); (2) President's Address (John Daniel, Canada); (3) "The Broady Lecture: Opportunities of Distance" (Geoffrey Bolton, Australia); and (4) "Distance Learners, Telecommunications and the Technology/Pedagogy Gap" (James W. Hall, United States). A plenary session which identified such issues as identity of distance education, integration of different types of programs, growth in access and resource provision, learner-centeredness, flexibility, and assessment is summarized. Also provided are ICDE business meetings; reports on regional activities, current research, the conference program, and pre-conference workshops and visits; a message from the new president; an announcement of the 14th World Conference; a summary of proposed activities and initiatives; and a list of delegates. (MES)