In 2016, the term "OER" is mentioned for the first time in a strategy paper of the Austrian government, the "Digital Roadmap". As a measure, it announces: "Step-by-step anchoring of digital and interactive textbooks; making digital educational media and open and free educational content (Open Educational Resources, OERs for short) accessible; expanding offers for (self-organized) continuing education.

Bundeskanzleramt und Bundesministerium für Wissenschaft, Forschung und Wirtschaft (2016). Digital Roadmap. Die digitale Strategie der österreichischen Bundesregierung. URL: https://www.digitalroadmap.gv.at/