AIOU provides abundant educational resources for those not studying at the university. This includes free use of libraries, computers, online courses, YouTube educational, online lectures, webinars, and psychological counseling services. In addition, AIOU holds many seminars and activities, which are open to the public.
Evidence 1: All AIOU resources are available online
Evidence 2: AIOU TV channels to keep the students informed about educational activities
Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) in collaboration with the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training, is launching four education TV channels to keep the students informed about educational activities in the remote and far-flung areas of the country.
Evidence 4 – AIOU and Education ministry started Tele School Channel
The TV channel ‘TeleSchool’ has started as an alternative to educational content delivery mechanisms. Since the AIOU had academic, technical and professional expertise it is the best partner for this program. The AIOU proving as a Knowledge-based platform providing education to students, who were currently stuck up at their homes.
https://www.ptv.com.pk/ptvCorporate/teleschool
Evidence 4 – AIOU Library:
Visitors can access libraries online or can visit in person to use educational material and computers.
Evidence 5 – Accessibility Center:
The Accessibility Center for Special Needs students and the public is freely accessible to all at Main Library.
Evidence 6 – Soft Books
Free books for all levels ( Matric to PhD) are available in downloadable format to all.
https://aiou.edu.pk/Books%20Soft.asp
7- AIOU TV/Radio Channel:
TV/Radio educational programs / online courses and lectures are freely available to all.
https://www.facebook.com/fm91.6mhz/
8- AIOU Youtube Channel:
AIOU Youtube Channel hosts lectures on different academic programs.
https://www.youtube.com/c/AIOU_Official
9- Seminars/webinars/workshops
All seminars/webinars/workshops are open to all.