Online Education Services (OES)’s Post

OES is pleased to announce that we have signed a new partnership with Aston University to offer a range of 100% online undergraduate and postgraduate degrees to students globally. Beginning in September 2024, the Aston Online programs will cater to the global online learner, featuring a student-centric, flexible study model that empowers students to achieve their academic goals alongside professional and personal commitments. Denice Pitt, Chief Executive Officer of OES, said: “We are delighted to be partnering with Aston University. OES and Aston have a shared vision to deliver innovative, quality online education that provides an engaging student experience and future employability outcomes." Professor Aleks Subic, Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive of Aston University, said: “Both Aston University and OES are committed to creating a global student community and providing innovative and flexible learning opportunities to meet learners’ needs in a rapidly changing world of work." To find out more: https://lnkd.in/gT5wDbwj

NAIDOC Week is a time to recognise and celebrate the rich history, culture, knowledge, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islanders. At OES we seek to embrace a deeper understanding of Australia’s Indigenous heritage and work always towards a more inclusive future. This year's theme 'Keep the Fire Burning! Blak, Loud and Proud' is a nod to the vitality and endurance of culture and represents an unapologetic celebration of identity. We believe that supporting events and the arts plays an integral part in amplifying voices, appreciating culture, and keeping that fire burning. This year we were thrilled to welcome first nations singer songwriter Madi to share her storytelling through performing her original works. It’s safe to say Madi’s performance was nothing short of magic and we feel lucky to have hosted her visit to our Cremorne office. Follow Madi's music journey here: https://spoti.fi/4cQ1h5W #NAIDOC #OESculture

OES, through its Workplace Giving Program, proudly partners with Youth Projects. One of Youth Projects’ key services is The Living Room, a primary health service that provides free healthcare and support to improve the physical, mental, and social well-being of individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. In response to the Living Room Warm Hearts 24 Winter Coat Drive, OES staff generously donated over 80 coats, along with a large number of beanies, scarves, and Hothands Warmers. Last Friday, Kate McCulloch, Fleur Johnson and John McPhee from OES’s Corporate Social Responsibility Team delivered these donations to the Living Room in Hosier Lane, where they were unpacked and prepared for immediate distribution. #CSR #TheLivingRoom

For over a decade OES has been at the forefront of innovation in education, consistently pushing boundaries to enhance the student experience. Today, we're excited to announce the public release of a powerful LMS plugin that has been a well-kept secret in our end-to-end program delivery - EZ Extend. EZ Extend simplifies extension requests by reducing admin time by an impressive 85%. With over 50,000 assignments seamlessly handled to-date, this integrated tool streamlines the process for teaching staff and students alike, making extension requests easy.  Why not explore how EZ Extend can integrate into your LMS today? Find out more here: http://bit.ly/3VXE6zA #innovation #edtech #lmsplugin

As more institutions grapple with the rise of generative AI, what processes can they implement today to unlock the power of this emerging tech for the benefit of students? Dig into some key tips in this article from OES’s Director of Innovation, Veronica Moran: https://lnkd.in/gcSpR7kR

Are you interested in designing sustainable online courses? Then join us for our upcoming webinar designed to help you build learning experiences that are both engaging and sustainable. In this short interview, our moderator Tegan Hughes, shares what you can expect from the live event taking place this Thursday 13 June at 7 am (AEDT). Not registered yet? Click here to reserve your spot: https://bit.ly/4c7CvNY Panelists include experts from OES, Construct Education, and Gies College of Business - University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

We had some special furry guests join us from Lort Smith's Pet Therapy squad in the OES Cremorne office today 🐶   Lort Smith is one of five charity partners we support through our Change For Good program, where our team can donate from their pre-tax pay and OES matches every contribution.   Lort Smith does important work offering veterinary care for the pets of people in need - a cause we are very proud to support. #OESLife

Now more than ever it's vital that we create courses and programs that are built to last. Next month, we're tackling this challenge in a deep-dive discussion. Join our panel of experts on 13 June as they delve into: ✅ Understanding sustainability in course design ✅ Strategies for creating transferable content ✅ Design techniques for minimal maintenance ✅ Enhancing the student experience and empowering educators You'll be hearing from: - Dr Tawnya Means, Assistant Dean for Educational Innovation and Chief Learning Officer, Gies College of Business - University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - Tegan Hughes, Learning Design & Production Manager, Online Education Services (OES) - Haanim Galvaan, Learning Architect, Construct Education - Jesse Keenan, Lead Learning Designer, Online Education Services (OES) Secure your spot! https://bit.ly/3wJvOCC #learningdesign #liveevent #onlineeducation

Today we took a stand against LGBTQIA discrimination and celebrated #IDAHOBIT a few days early - raising money for the wonderful work done by Minus18 Foundation.   3 members of our Pride@OES team Dr Lucy Elliott, Dan Truong and Gabriel Almeida were generous enough to share their personal experience and insights in a morning tea discussion. They chatted about:   - Bringing your authentic self to work - The power of allyship - Steps to creating inclusive environments - including encouraging open conversations   We also had cupcakes 🌈