Open Educational Resources

By Drew Johnson

5 Benefits of using OER

1. Saves costs for students (Free is good)2. Allows for peer review3. Allows modification for accessibility4. Provides sense of community and sharing worldwide among educators.5. Peace of mind when reusing materials knowing content is designed to be used by the public

5 Challenges in using OER1. Quality Assurance2. Lack of public understanding in OER3. Finding accessible (for students with disabilities) OER4. Sustainability of OER5. Non-revocable nature of Creative Commons Licenses

Conclusion• OER are a great way to enhance classroom materials without increasing costs.• OER has a lot of upside, but not all subjects have adequate information available.• Overall implementing some form of OER into your curriculum could be beneficial to you and your students.