The work of the OER Foundation has been recognized by numerous international awards.
| Year | Award | Organisation |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | UNESCO / COL Chair in OER | UNESCO and Commonwealth of Learning |
| 2018 | UNESCO Chair in OER | UNESCO |
| 2019 | Award for Excellence in Distance Education Materials | Commonwealth of Learning |
| 2019 | Individual Prize of Excellence | International Council for Open and Distance Education |
| 2020 | Global Leadership Award | Open Education Global |
| 2021 | Renewal - UNESCO Chair in OER | UNESCO |
| 2021 | Open Infrastructure Award of Excellence | Open Education Global |