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OER for Precedent

CourseArc

OER for Precedent. Take the movement for Open Educational Resources, or OER, for example. Based on the idea of open access, OER is the free, immediate, online use of available research articles with re-use rights. Open access and OER makes content available for anyone anywhere in the world to read, access and build upon.

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The Rise of OER and Digital Textbooks in Higher Education

Kitaboo

We’ve moved from traditional print textbooks to digital ones and even to Open Educational Resource s (OER). Among the big trends in higher education textbooks , using OER and digital textbooks stands out. The Emergence and Scope of Open Educational Resources OER and Digital Textbooks II. How to Use OER?

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Embracing Open Educational Resources (OER) in Higher Education

Hurix Digital

Table of Contents: What Are Open Educational Resources (OERs)? What Is the Importance of Open Educational Resources (OERs) in Higher Education? In the education sector, especially when it comes to e-Learning in higher education, OERs have a pivotal role to play. What are Open Educational Resources (OERs)?

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AI Tools, Games, Freelancing: ID Links 2/14/23

Experiencing eLearning

AI, Instructional Design, and OER – improving learning I agree with the idea that AI and LLMs will make it much easier to create a first draft of content. Most ID and elearning work is work-for-hire, but sometimes you create something you should license so you can also reuse it (like non-confidential portions of a course for your portfolio).

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Maximizing Learning Potential with Open Educational Resources

Kitaboo

In a world where education is rapidly evolving, Open Educational Resources (OERs) have emerged as a game-changer. A recent survey by NCBI shows a staggering 91% of respondents actively engaging with OERs. Yet, despite these impressive figures, OERs remain underutilized in many regions globally.

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Are Open Educational Resources Right For Business Training?

Gutenberg Technology

Open educational resources (OER) are openly licensed digital assets that are beneficial for learning and research. These resources are freely available to all. Anyone can use, share, and modify it. It sounds too good to be true, right? You are thinking - I don’t need my eLearning vendor anymore. Well, don’t fire him, right away.

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Teaching Materials Management Systems in Higher Education: Challenges and Opportunities

Kitaboo

The rapid evolution of knowledge domains and the influx of new research findings present a significant challenge. Understanding legal frameworks is crucial in navigating the intricacies of fair use, open educational resources (OER), and Creative Commons licensing. It also demands the fair utilization of third-party content.

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