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SYNOPSIS: Desire2Learn's Learning Management System receives recognition as the company is named as a finalist for two CODiE Awards

Kitchener-Waterloo, ON, February 14, 2008 – Desire2Learn Inc., a leading provider of mission-critical enterprise eLearning solutions, today announced that it has been named as a finalist in the CODiE Awards in the two categories of Best Postsecondary Learning Management System and Best Postsecondary Instructional Solution.

For over 21 years, the Software and Information Industry Association (SIIA) has sponsored the CODiE Awards to recognize and celebrate excellence in the software, information and education technologies industries. "Competition is tough this year and that makes selection as a CODiE Finalist a real achievement," said Ken Wash, SIIA president. "All the companies on this year's list should feel justifiably proud of their recognition."

"We are delighted to be a finalist for two CODiE Awards. We owe our success to our clients who want to break down barriers to learning," stated John Baker, President and CEO of Desire2Learn. "Our clients have been an essential part of our development process and have worked with us. Together we have developed a best-in-class learning management system that is learner-centered and technologically innovative to meet the evolving needs of today's learning environment."

About Desire2Learn Inc.

Desire2Learn Inc. is a world-leading provider of enterprise eLearning solutions that enable institutions and other organizations to create teaching and learning environments that reflect their vision, values, goals, pedagogical approaches and branding. Desire2Learn supports over five million learners worldwide and clients include higher education, K-12, as well as associations, government, and other leading organizations. For more information, visit: www.Desire2Learn.com or call 1.888.772.0325.