ISKME is a global
nonprofit that
inspires and convenes
educators to embrace
the practice of
Open Education
Research and Development
Since its founding in 2002, ISKME has built an extensive body of research and frameworks. We serve the field by offering in-depth landscape and impact studies and program development around equitable and inclusive access to high-quality education for all. Learn more
Platforms, Tools and Training
Leveraging the world-class public digital library of Open Educational Resources, OER Commons, ISKME’s OER Services offer custom solutions to our partners to support OER initiatives. Learn more
Knowledge Sharing and Innovation
As the creator of Big Ideas Fest and the design-thinking approach, Action Collabs, ISKME facilitates transformative processes and events to deepen collaboration and problem-solving among educators globally. Learn more
OER Commons Public Digital Library
ISKME created OER Commons, a comprehensive, openly accessible digital library for educators at all levels to identify high-quality Open Educational Resources (OER) and collaborate around their use, evaluation, and improvement to address the needs of their classrooms. Learn more
Latest News
ISKME’s Guiding Principles for Responsible AI in the World of “Open”
As a nonprofit organization working in the open education space, we have witnessed first-hand the frenetic pace of all things AI, particularly as they relate to education. While several members of our team have eagerly explored ways in which AI tools could be applied...
Educators Embrace Open Educational Resources: A Curricular Game-Changer for Today’s Classrooms
In an era of rapid technological advancement and evolving educational needs, teachers across the country are turning to open educational resources (OER) to transform their classrooms. These freely accessible, openly licensed materials are reshaping the landscape of...
Launching the “Educating to be Human” Podcast!
A new bi-weekly podcast hosted by Lisa Petrides, ISKME's CEO, “Educating to Be Human” explores what it means to be human at the intersection of education, technology and culture. In each episode, Lisa speaks with people who, through their passion and commitment, are...
Bridging Visions: How the #GoOpen National Network Amplifies NETP24’s Mission
Originally posted on LinkedIn > The release of the National Educational Technology Plan 2024 (NETP24) by the U.S. Department of Education marks a pivotal moment in educational technology. This comprehensive strategy document outlines the roadmap for leveraging...