These proceedings are divided into three parts. The first part provides a general summary of the discussions under the headings of scope of distance education and nonformal, formal, and continuing education; cost-effectiveness; technology; instructional materials; recognition and status; planning and management; training; international cooperation; suggestions for further studies in the region; and recommendations. The following seminar papers are included in the second part: "Issues in Distance Education" (Motilal Sharma); "Growth and Scope of Distance Learning" (Ralph Smith); "Distance Education in Asia and the Pacific" (Mohammad Selim); "Application of Distance Education in Formal and Non-Formal Education" (James Taylor); "Planning, Management, and Monitoring of Distance Education" (G. Ram Reddy); "Hardware and Software in Distance Education" (Takashi Sakamoto); "Satellite Applications in Distance Education through TV and Radio" (Mohan Sundara Rajan); and "Financing and Cost-Effectiveness of Distance Education" (Wichit Srisa-an). Lists of seminar recommendations and participants conclude the volume. (MN)