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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

#HigherEd decision-makers, join us at OEN's Senior Leaders Open Education Briefing, a 1.5-hour virtual session to help you leverage the power and promise of #OpenEducation. Free and open to all. Senior Leaders Open Education Briefing 11/4/2026 @ 11am CT z.umn.edu/leadersbrief... #OER #OENCommunity

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

📣 Today’s your last chance to register for OEN Engage! Come for the open insight, stay for the conversations, and leave with fresh ideas and inspiration for the academic year. Register now! z.umn.edu/OENEngage26 #OENEngage26 #BrightIdeas #OENCommunity

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Been too busy to explore the benefits of your OEN membership? Let’s unpack it at OEN Engage! • OEN101 • Launching Your Data Dashboard: Everything You Need to Know to Get Started OEN Engage! July 21-22, 2026 Members, see the lineup & register now: z.umn.edu/OENEngage26 Registration closes 7/15!

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Color outside the conference at OEN Engage! ▪️ Zines for Open ▪️ AI: Framing Questions for Open Pedagogues Design Sprint ▪️ Take a Walk and Show us Something Beautiful July 21-22, 2026 Members, see the full lineup & register today: z.umn.edu/OENEngage26 #OENEngage26 #BrightIdeas #OENCommunity

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

It's OEN Pub101 planning day! Thank you to The University of Sheffield for hosting our collaboration with friends and colleagues throughout the UK and Ireland to grow open publishing for the common good. 📚 #OER #OpenPublishing #OENCommunity

L to R: Karen Lauritsen (Open Education Network), Louise Smith (University of Lancashire), and Helen Moore, University of Sheffield)

David Beales (Brunel University of London) and Helen Moore (University of Sheffield)

L to R: Juliet Ibbotson (University of Lancashire), Erica Levi (Coventry University), Celine Peignen (Technological University of the Shannon), and David Beales (Brunel University of London).

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Just a few of the great sessions at OEN Engage! 2026: ▪️ The OEN, Open, and Higher Ed: Bright Sides and Blind Spots in the Path Ahead ▪️ Sneak Peek at the New OEN Certificate Program ▪️ Open Textbook Library Accessibility Collab #OENEngage26 July 21-22 Members, register now: z.umn.edu/OENEngage26

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Today OEN's Barb Thees, Robin DeRosa, Tanya Grosz, and Karen Lauritsen presented "Community-Driven Systemic Change" at #OER26 in Milton Keynes, UK! Thanks and kudos to all the amazing presenters at The Open University. Looking forward to great sessions still to come! 🥳 www.alt.ac.uk/oer26Programme

Open Education Network's Barb Thees, Robin DeRosa, Tanya Grosz, and Karen Lauritsen pause for a moment in London before OER26 at The Open University in Milton Keynes, UK.

OEN's Barb Thees and Tanya Grosz at #OER26.

Open Education Network Executive Director Robin DeRosa at OER26 in Milton Keynes, UK.

Karen Lauritsen, OEN Senior Director, Publishing, presents our community's publishing vision as an institutional and collective responsibility to provide educational resources to students.

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

We’re excited to announce that several OEN community members will present at OER26 on June 22-23 at the Open University in Milton Keynes (England). Join us to explore “Openness Reimagined” through an outstanding event lineup. Earlybird booking ends May 29. Learn more & register: www.alt.ac.uk/OER26

The Association for Learning Technology presents OER26 happening June 22-23 at the Open University located in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom. Visit alt.ac.uk/OER.

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

The Open Textbook Library turns 14 today, & we’re celebrating this milestone with gratitude for the open ed community that powers the library's growth & positive impact on educational equity. Go, OTL! Join us at the library, now offering more than 1,800 open textbooks: open.umn.edu/opentextbooks

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Don’t miss the April 15th Pub101 for Authors session recording for Open Ed Librarian Christine Rickabaugh's analysis of licensing scenarios and her favorite go-to resources. Pub101 for Authors: Copyright, Licenses, Remixes, & Fair Use ▪️ Video: z.umn.edu/b8vx ▪️ Audio Transcript: z.umn.edu/b8te

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

#OEWeek26 Friday vibes! Today, we're sharing an open resource biggie: the Open Textbook Library. Browse nearly 1,800 open textbooks licensed to download, edit, & distribute at no cost. Visit the OTL to see what open can do. 🤩 z.umn.edu/7274 #OER OEWeek image by Mario Badilla is licensed CC BY 4.0

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

At #OEWeek26, we’re excited to introduce our Pub101 for Authors curriculum! Build a solid publishing foundation w/ this free, openly licensed, self-paced curriculum and realize your authorship goals! Pub101 for Authors Curriculum: z.umn.edu/b4f5 #OEWeek image by Mario Badilla is licensed CC BY 4.0

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Wednesday's OEN open resource: The Open Pedagogy Portal. Browse case studies/renewable assignments, student work product, & resources to transform learning into an equitable, inclusive, & sustainable experience. Open Pedagogy Portal: z.umn.edu/b4f4 #OEWeek Image by Mario Badilla licensed CC BY 4.0

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

At the OEN, our amazing community sparks joy not only during the season of giving & gratitude, but all year long. Our members distinguish us as an organization like no other. Cheers to you, & thank you for the meaningful part you play in building community. ♥️ OEN Guiding Principles: z.umn.edu/aws3

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

The OEN Community Meetup on October 28 provided a fantastic opportunity for fellow members to connect in Denver. Enjoying #OpenEd25 and hope to see you here!

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

Our eyes are on the horizon 👀 and looking forward to #OpenEd25. Check out the amazing event lineup and plan your schedule now: opened25.sched.com?iframe=no See you there! #OENCommunity

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

OEN is accepting apps for Exec Dir responsible for program leadership and mgmt. Leads vibrant community and expands support for sponsored scholarly activity. Offers deep understanding of OER, open ped, and open ed practices. Schedule/location may be flexible. Apply: z.umn.edu/as19 Closes 10/31/25.

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

This fall, reach for new possibilities with 2026 certificates from OEN: CERTIFICATE in OPEN PEDAGOGY Create student-centered curriculum w/ open pedagogy. z.umn.edu/OpenPedCert CERTIFICATE in OPEN EDUCATION LIBRARIANSHIP Build your action plan to grow open education. z.umn.edu/OpenEdLibrar...

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 23/09/2025

A person sits outside on a bench overlooking calm, reflective water as they flip through the pages of an open book in their hands. Headline reads: Because the possibilities are wide open.

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

This fall, 🍁 reach for new possibilities with 2026 certificates from the OEN: CERTIFICATE in OPEN PEDAGOGY Create student-centered curriculum w/ open pedagogy. z.umn.edu/OpenPedCert CERTIFICATE in OPEN EDUCATION LIBRARIANSHIP Build your action plan to grow open education. z.umn.edu/OpenEdLibrar...

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 26/08/2025

This fall, reach for new possibilities with 2026 certificates from the OEN: CERTIFICATE in OPEN PEDAGOGY Create student-centered curriculum w/ open pedagogy. z.umn.edu/OpenPedCert CERTIFICATE in OPEN EDUCATION LIBRARIANSHIP Build your action plan to grow open education. z.umn.edu/OpenEdLibrar...

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 20/08/2025

This fall, reach for new possibilities with either of these certificates from the OEN: CERTIFICATE in OPEN PEDAGOGY Create student-centered curriculum w/ open ped. z.umn.edu/OpenPedCert CERTIFICATE in OPEN EDUCATION LIBRARIANSHIP Build your action plan to grow open ed. z.umn.edu/OpenEdLibrar...

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 25/07/2025

Thank you to all OEN Engage! presenters, planners, & participants who remind us that community is at the very heart of the Open Education Network. ❤️ We couldn’t do it without you! Members, apply to join our Event Planning Committee. Deadline: August 3rd. z.umn.edu/OENEventPlan... #OENEngage25

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 21/07/2025

Cheers to Monday’s OEN Engage! speakers for energizing our community with strategic direction and collaborative opportunity. Thank you! 👏 • David Ernst, Open Education Network • Kate McNally-Carter, @uh.edu • Barb Thees, Open Education Network #OENEngage25 #ConnectingWithOurCommunity

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 10/07/2025

A quick reminder: OEN Engage! registration closes tomorrow, Friday, July 11th. Sign up now to choose your adventure in open pedagogy, open publishing, #OER adoption, & community engagement. OEN Engage! on July 21-25, 2025. OEN members, register for our free, virtual event: z.umn.edu/OENEngage25

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

On Wed, 7/23 we're offering sessions in open publishing as part of OEN Engage! - Train-the-Trainer: Intro to OER Publishing Workshop - Pub101 for Authors: Building Shared Understanding - Get to Know Our Manifold Community - Publishing Debrief Session Members, learn more: z.umn.edu/OENEngage25

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

Choose your open ed adventure at OEN Engage! We’ve packed Tuesday, July 22, with fresh ideas to help you engage faculty w/ #OER. Join us for smart strategies to demonstrate the value of open textbooks & grow faculty participation. OEN Engage! July 21-25, 2025. Register now: z.umn.edu/OENEngage25

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

Hello from London! 👋 The OEN is speaking truth to power at #OER25 along with our open ed colleagues and friends. So good to see you here. 🙂 #OENCommunity #OER #OpenEd

Colleagues and friends of the Open Education Network enjoyed an informal lunch in London on Day 1 of #OER25.

Barb Thees, OEN Director of Community Engagement, spoke at #OER25.

Joanne McPhie (Brunel University of London), Barb Thees (OEN), Helen Moore (University of Sheffield), and David Ernst (OEN) presented "Developing an OER Community of Practice for the UK and Ireland: How open practitioners can work together to navigate challenges."

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

Registration is open for 2025 OEN Engage! July 21-25, our free virtual event welcomes OEN members to informative, inspiring sessions that focus on open pedagogy, open publishing, #OER adoption, & community engagement. Catch the lineup & register today at our event webpage: z.umn.edu/OENEngage25

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 06/05/2025

OEN members, got an #OER win - big or small? Let’s hear about it! Join our May Community Conversation to celebrate the creativity, impact, & collaboration behind our collective OER initiatives. Celebrating Open Education Projects 12pm CT, Thursday, May 29 Register: open.umn.edu/community/hu...

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Learn how to implement digital accessibility best practices at this month's OEN Community Conversation. Join the discussion! OEN Community Conversation: Operationalizing Accessibility Best Practices & ADA Title II 12–12:55 PM Central, March 20 OEN members, register: z.umn.edu/a9rs #OENCommunity

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Open Education Network @openednetwork.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

Hello, Centre College! The Open Education Network extends a sincere welcome. We’re delighted to begin our work together, transforming higher education into a more affordable and accessible experience for learners everywhere. 👋 Greetings from the OEN! Visit: open.umn.edu/oen/members #OENCommunity

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