Open Education Resources - What They Are & Why You Need Them in Your Life

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Lauren Boucher

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Have you heard the buzz around OER, but have no clue what they are? OER stands for Open Education Resources, and you need to have them in your teacher life! Join Lauren Boucher to discover more about these free teaching and learning tools, where to find them, and why they are so valuable. You will also walk away with a variety of brand new, innovative resources to add to your teacher toolbox!

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Lauren Boucher

Lauren Boucher has 18+ years in public education, teaching 3rd grade, gifted K-8, and working as a Digital Teaching and Learning Coach. Now a Southeast Regional Consultant for the NC Department of Public Instruction, she shares innovative ed tech practices nationwide.

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