Membership

Open education is built on the belief that sharing knowledge freely strengthens our collective ability to learn, create and grow. Membership in the Open Education Association extends that principle into action by bringing together practitioners who are advancing openness across U.S. higher education. By joining, members help expand access to knowledge and strengthen the systems that make open sharing possible.

Join today and be among the first to shape the association’s future

Become a Member

Membership is open to all individuals who live or work in the United States and whose personal or professional activities align with the mission and values of the Open Education Association. Membership renews annually, and all paid tiers include the same set of benefits ensuring equal access to participation and leadership opportunities across the association.

To keep membership attainable, the Open Education Association offers three rate tiers, allowing practitioners to select the level that best fits their needs. Each membership supports the association’s long-term capacity to serve the open education field while helping sustain programs, resources, and advocacy efforts that benefit the community at large.

Member Benefits

  • Eligibility to serve in working groups, committees, and leadership positions

  • Access to all Open Education Association programs, resources, events, and publications

  • Access to a members-only website, member directory, and email list

  • The right to publicly identify as a member of the Open Education Association

  • Representation in the association’s national advocacy efforts

  • More benefits will be added as the association expands!

  • Sustaining Tier

    Annual Dues $200

    For field leaders and practitioners in a position to contribute more generously to sustain the association

    Become a Member

  • Standard Tier

    Annual Dues $100

    Recommended for most members

    Become a member

  • Discount Tier

    Annual Dues $50

    For members not in a financial position to contribute the standard rate

    Not available if using institutional funds

    Become a member

Other Ways to Get Involved

  • Apply for a Scholarship

    The Open Education Association is committed to reducing financial barriers to participation. Scholarships are available by application to individuals not in a financial position to contribute dues.

    Apply for a Scholarship

  • Become a Supporter

    Not ready to join as a member, but still want to show your support? Sign up as a Supporter to endorse the Open Education Association’s vision and be counted among the community we represent.

    Become a Supporter

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