A national community of educators and leaders who use and support open educational resources and practices (OER/OEP) to equitably improve teaching and learning for all.

This hub provides ways for the community to connect, share, and co-create.

Why #GoOpen

The #GoOpen National Network is a national community of educators and leaders who support K-12 open education through knowledge sharing and strategic action around practice and policy.

Why OER? With increased access to high-quality, openly licensed educational materials:

Students have equitable access to up-to-date, culturally relevant content
Teachers are empowered to tailor learning materials to connect with students’ individual needs and experiences
Education systems can reallocate dollars for traditional textbooks to other pressing needs

We aim to build capacity and elevate OER through collaboration, knowledge sharing, and strategic action by:

Highlighting case studies of OER implementation across states and districts nationwide
Convening working and interest groups around key topics
Gathering evidence and advocating for the benefits of open education

Learn more about OER: visit this "OER 101" resource provided by the state of Nebraska for all to use!

September 2024 Webinar

Aug. 31, 2024, 4:13 p.m.

You're Invited: AI-Driven OER for Inclusive and Personalized K-2 Classrooms

What: Webinar: Discussing How to Proactively Use AI and OER to Support Diverse Learning Needs with Dr. Samuel Mormando
When: Thursday, September 26th, 2024, 4 PM Eastern Time on Zoom

Register for this special one-hour event to receive your Zoom invitation.

Join us for our back-to-school professional learning event as we explore two topics that are at the front of the minds of many in the OER Community: AI and OER. Featuring Dr. Samuel Mormando, Director of Technology, Innovation, and Online Learning for Garnet Valley School District, this webinar will dive into how AI and open educational resources (OER) can empower K-12 educators to personalize learning and streamline administrative tasks.

Learn how to proactively leverage these tools to enhance efficiency, engage students, and make classrooms truly inclusive. Don’t miss this opportunity to get inspired and equipped for the new school year!

Get Started on the #GoOpen Hub

Join the #GoOpen Network Members Group

If you haven't done so already, create and log into your OER Commons user account
Join the #GoOpen Network Members Group - that's it! When you join the #GoOpen Network Members Group you will also be signed up for the #GoOpen Newsletter.
Now, you can join and create other groups, add resources, and invite colleagues to join.
Read more about the principles of open education and contact info@goopen.us with questions about engagement.

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Resource Collections About OER and OEP: Advance Your Learning

Explore curated collections to support your OER implementation and professional learning in crosscutting topics on strategic action and educator leadership.

OER for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility: Guides and Frameworks

These collections focus on specific ways to address equity and inclusion, accessibility and Universal Design for Learning, cultural responsiveness and good teaching through the use of OER and OEP.