Project 252

Open Conference Systems (OCS)

Contributed by Enda (@donenda)
EdTech Tool Name:Open Conference Systems (OCS)
Bref Description:Free online tool for organising and administering all aspects of an academic conference
Type of EdTech Tool:
  • Web (access through web browser)
  • Linux Software
Website/Weblinks:
EdTech Tool Usage Keywords:conference, administration, organisation
EdTech Tool Uses:Open Conference Systems (OCS) is an open-source information management system for organising and administering all aspects of an academic conference. Create a 'call for papers', collate submitted abstracts, organise and administer the peer-review process, notify successful applicants, register attendees and accept payment, publish paper and abstract submissions, publish conference proceedings, etc. OCS requires a server for hosting (usually a LAMP - Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP configuration). OCS is a sister project of Open Journal Systems (OJS).
Education Level(s):
  • Third Level/Higher Education
Academic Subjects:
EdTech Tool Pricing Structure:Completely, 100% free