Exploring OER Guide
This playbook outlines the steps for finding, utilizing, and contributing to Open Educational Resources (OER). It is designed to help individuals enhance their own knowledge and support the learning of others.
Step 1: Research OER
Conduct online research to understand what Open Educational Resources (OER) are and how they benefit the learning community. Educational websites, scholarly articles, and OER platforms can provide valuable insights.
Step 2: Find Resources
Use search engines, dedicated OER repositories, and educational platforms to locate OER that align with your learning objectives or teaching goals.
Step 3: Evaluate Quality
Assess the quality and relevance of the resources found. Consider factors such as credibility of the source, accuracy of content, and licensing.
Step 4: Use OER
Incorporate the resources in your learning or teaching process. This could involve studying the material, integrating it into lesson plans, or creating new content based on the resources.
Step 5: Create Content
Develop your own educational content inspired by what you've learned or gaps you've identified. Your creation should adhere to OER guidelines.
Step 6: License Contribution
Choose an appropriate open license for your educational content to ensure it is freely accessible and reusable by others.
Step 7: Share OER
Distribute your contribution through OER platforms, educational websites, and social media. Engage with the OER community to get feedback and make improvements.
General Notes
OER Platforms
Familiarize yourself with popular OER platforms such as OpenStax, OER Commons, and Merlot to streamline the search process.
Creative Commons
Understand the various Creative Commons licenses to properly use and share OER materials.
Community Engagement
Engaging with the OER community can provide support, collaboration opportunities, and insights into best practices.