Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Education Reform Strategy: Report on country consultations and work plan

Abstract

This document reports on the country consultations on the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Reform Strategy, which were held to prepare a regional action plan. It outlines a programme that reflects the elements that received the fullest support during the consultations. The critical programme areas identified by the OECS member countries are: 1) management of the reform process, 2) improvement of teacher skills and conditions of service, 3) identification and implementation of innovative teaching and learning strategies, 4) development of education plant and facilities, and 5) implementation of five key development initiatives. The preliminary work programme and initial reactions from donor agencies are included. Appendices contain the OERS work programme, OERS instruments and process, an individual country priority programme matrix, and terms of reference.