The Jozef Stefan Institute (JSI) is Slovenia’s leading public research institution, specializing in natural sciences and technology.
The institute is home to the UNESCO Chair in Open Technologies for Open Educational Resources and Open Learning, where it focuses on advancing research and development of open technologies that support the use of Open Educational Resources (OER).
JSI’s work contributes to making education more accessible, efficient, and inclusive, particularly through the use of cutting-edge technologies.

The UNESCO Chair in Open Technologies for Open Educational Resources and Open Learning
The UNESCO Chair in Open Technologies for Open Educational Resources and Open Learning, based at the Jozef Stefan Institute (JSI), works on advancing open technologies that enable the creation and use of OER.
The Chair focuses on developing innovative solutions that improve access to education through open learning platforms, ensuring that educational resources are freely available and accessible to all learners, especially in underserved communities.
Mitja Jermol
Mitja Jermol is a researcher at the Jozef Stefan Institute (JSI) and the holder of the UNESCO Chair in Open Technologies for OER.
His work focuses on creating open technologies that enhance the accessibility and effectiveness of Open Educational Resources (OER) worldwide. Jermol’s research aims to make educational content more adaptable and inclusive, using technology to bridge gaps in learning and improve educational systems globally.
