About Us
It all began with a simple idea fueled by a deep passion for ensuring quality in online education. As the first globally recognized online education regulator, GOER prides itself on independent oversight and dedication to learner protection. Our approach is rooted in integrity and accountability, ensuring that everything we do reflects our commitment to excellence in online learning worldwide.
Ensuring Quality in Online Education
GOER was founded by Mark Hooley, an experienced educator, driven by a passion for fair, equal, and high-quality education for all. After 16 years in education and seeing both the potential and risks of online education, Mark founded GOER to bring accountability and trust to the rapidly growing online education sector.
Core Values
Our work at GOER is driven by core values, including integrity, equity and inclusion, quality and accountability, learner protection, supportive improvement, and global collaboration. We are committed to independent verification and advocate for high-quality education accessible to all.
A Story of Impact
When a well-known global online tutoring platform approached GOER with concerns about teaching quality and pricing, we conducted a full platform audit. We developed a new Quality Assurance Framework that improved tutor onboarding, refund policies, and marketing claims. The platform rebuilt trust, leading to increased learner satisfaction and a stronger global reputation.
The Future of Online Education Regulation
GOER envisions a future where learners can trust their online education. Our goal is to become the global benchmark for online education standards, providing confidence to learners, parents, and employers. We aim to build a network of verified providers and support ethical practices, ensuring online learning is a guarantee, not a gamble.