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Open Educational Resources

Free useable & adaptable resources

Open EducationalResourcesFree useable & adaptable resources

What is OER?

Open Educational Resources (OER) are free resources designed to help with teaching, learning and research. They are not restricted by copyright and users are able to reuse, edit and adapt them. Resources come in a variety of formats, from lessons, units, curricula, videos, textbooks, materials, etc.


Source: OER Commons

The OERs - Open Educational Resources

Open Educational Resource Search Tools

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OER Commons

This resource allows you to discover, share and create digital resources from one point of access. You can search by topic, subject, grade level and standard. Digital Collections of resources, Common Core resources, and STEM Literacy resources are available. In addition, you can organize, create and share materials with others members.
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OpenEd

OpenEd provides a variety of K-12 resources such as assessments, homework, videos, audio, games and lesson plans. Users can search by grade, resource type, standard or subject and publisher. There are some amazing resources that can help with the Next Generation Science Standards!
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Curriki

This digital library provides curated resources for teachers, students and parents. Users can find lessons, units, webinars, courses and more in a large variety of content areas. There are thousands of standard aligned resources with links and downloadable files. Resources are rated using a "5 star" system, allowing for help identifying the best resources.

Want to learn more?

If you would like help with any of the OER search tools above please contact me. I would also be happy to run an after-school workshop if teachers are interested in digging deeper into other OER search tools that are available.