OER Commons
Open Educational Resources for a world of learning.
Overview
OER Commons is a dynamic digital library and network. Educators, students, and lifelong learners can search, browse, and evaluate OER to find the right resources for their needs. The platform offers a comprehensive infrastructure for curriculum experts and instructors to identify and organize OER into collections, and for authors to create and share OER with a worldwide audience.
✨ Key Features
- Resource Discovery
- Content Authoring Tools (Open Author)
- Collaboration Spaces (Hubs)
- Resource Curation and Organization
- Alignment with educational standards
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Strong community and collaboration features (Hubs)
- Integrated authoring tool (Open Author)
- Focus on K-12 and professional learning networks
Unique Value: Provides a comprehensive platform for not just finding OER, but also creating, remixing, and collaborating on educational content within a community of practice.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Used by states and districts for curriculum adoption
- Adopted by higher education institutions for course material creation
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- A fully-featured Learning Management System (LMS)
- Student Information System (SIS)
🏆 Alternatives
More focused on collaborative content creation and curation through its Hubs feature compared to simpler repositories.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Hubs tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Access to all resources and authoring tools is free for individuals.
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