Open Education Global (OEG) and the Community College Consortium for Open Education Resources (CCCOER) have been awarded a 2-year grant by ECMC Foundation to fund the Regional Leaders for Open Education (RLOE) Network project.
The Regional Leaders of Open Education (RLOE) Network program aims to inform and grow leadership at postsecondary institutions, library consortia, and government agencies to improve and scale open education as a systemic reform to reduce equity gaps and improve student success The program will take the policy, stewardship, professionalism, and sustainability outputs from RLOE initiative work done over 2019-20 and develop them into an RLOE Network program targeted to leaders of open education initiatives at postsecondary institutions.
Job opportunities related to this initiative are being posted here.
About ECMC Foundation
ECMC Foundation is a Los Angeles-based, nationally focused foundation whose mission is to inspire and to facilitate improvements that affect educational outcomes—especially among underserved populations—through evidence-based innovation. It is one of several affiliates under the ECMC Group enterprise based in Minneapolis. ECMC Foundation makes investments in two focus areas: College Success and Career readiness; and uses a spectrum of funding structures, including strategic grantmaking and program-related investments, to invest in both nonprofit and for-profit ventures. Working with grantees, partners and peers, ECMC Foundation’s vision is for all learners to unlock their fullest potential. Learn more about ECMC Foundation by visiting www.ecmcfoundation.org and ECMC Group by visiting www.ecmcgroup.org.
About Open Education Global
Open Education Global is a member-based, global, non-profit supporting the development and use of open education to empower learners around the world. We envision a world where everyone, everywhere has access to the high-quality education and training they desire; where education is seen as an essential, shared, and collaborative social good; and where open educational practices facilitate access, equity and opportunity. For more information, please visit our website at www.oeglobal.org.