OASIS
Openly Available Sources Integrated Search
Overview
OASIS (Openly Available Sources Integrated Search) is a search tool developed at SUNY Geneseo that allows users to search for open content from multiple sources in a single interface. It pulls from over 100 different sources, including open textbook libraries, repositories, and modular content providers, to make finding OER easier.
✨ Key Features
- Federated search across 100+ OER sources
- Filters to limit results by type (e.g., textbooks, courses, interactive simulations)
- Simple, easy-to-use interface
- Direct links to the source material
- No login or account required
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Specifically focused on academic OER
- Simple, clean interface without ads
- Curated list of high-quality OER sources
- Ability to filter by material type
Unique Value: Saves educators significant time and effort in the OER discovery process by providing a single, comprehensive search across a multitude of trusted open content sources.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Used by educators, librarians, and instructional designers as an efficient tool for OER discovery.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- A platform for hosting or creating OER
- A curated, peer-reviewed collection
🏆 Alternatives
More focused and effective for finding academic OER than a general web search engine like Google, and provides a simpler, more direct search experience than browsing individual repositories.
💻 Platforms
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Completely free to use.
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