Lessons Learned

Some of the lessons learned in using OER materials:

• Teachers can access OER at school and at home through a Learning Management System
• Teachers can easily differentiate instruction for students.by accessing online exit tickets, homework, sprints, and fluencies.
• Developed newsletters and videos for the community to explain how to effectively use the OER math curriculum, homework, and supporting materials.
• Lack of available technology (devices) in the classroom for all students to have access to the digital version of the OER. Students in Spokane schools are currently in a 1:2 to 1:4 student to computer (device) learning environment.
• Printing costs can be reduced by deciding what parts of the modules to print for teachers and students
• Adequate training and support for teachers is critical as they make the transition from using textbooks in instructional practice to using OER effectively.