Defining open educational resources



Objectives

During this learning pathway we:
  • Reflect on the ownership of ideas in a digital world;
  • Explore definitions of open educational resources (OER);
  • Introduce the 5R framework for defining OER;
  • Consider the educational values, pedagogical utility and technology enablers which inform the concept of OER;
  • Explore potential benefits and myths associated with OER; and
  • Discuss barriers, opportunities and the way forward for OER.