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The Network Model |
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The OESIS Group is a faculty-focused innovation network of 600 independent schools and thousands of teachers. Our mission is to catalyze change in the learning models of schools with an emphasis on the innovative practices in pedagogy, curriculum development, 21st-century assessment and school culture change.
We have grown from an initial focus on online learning (hence the acronym Online Education Strategies for Independent Schools), to covering now all areas of student-centered learning including Project-Based Learning, Mastery, 21st Century Assessment, STEAM, Experiential Learning, Global Collaboration, Blended Learning, Inquiry Driven Models and more. |
The Network Model is the 21st century incarnation of an association, but no longer a hub and spoke paradigm. We are as strong as the resources, ideas and abilities at the periphery. We strive to maximize collaboration between the many schools and their faculty, that constitute the independent school tapestry, by provoking innovative conversations, by globalizing connections, and by using research and information to lead.
We noticed 6 years ago that independent schools lacked a highly collaborative national network for teachers, as many of the associations moved over decades to a governance, leadership or accreditation focus. |
