Youngka/Conducting research in ODeL

Welcome to this research development Open, Educational Resource (OER). This OER is an interactive, multimedia, online ODeL research resource that aims to develop and enhance high-quality (ODeL) research capacity among emerging and developing researchers.




 * Purpose of the Resource: The purpose of this OER is centred around developing either a draft article (ready for submission to an accredited journal) or a draft research proposal of an envisioned ODeL study. More widely, this OER aims to equip academic staff and students with skills, attitudes and knowledge to conduct ODeL research.


 * Resource Learning Outcomes: In addition to a draft article or research proposal, upon completion of this OER you will also be able to deepen your understanding of ODeL as an academic field; improve your scholarship of ODeL teaching and learning; enhance your ODeL research capacity, and improve the quality of your ODeL research.


 * The structure: The resource is broken down into four (4) units. Each unit comprises a number of topics. These topics house the specific learning outcomes, resources, and learning activities.


 * Your engagement: In order to successfully engage with this resource, it is essential that you complete the learning activities (listed at the end of each topic), all of which will culminate in the development of your draft research proposal/article.


 * Your comments: After engaging with the ODeL Research Development OER we would appreciate it if you would take a few moments to give us your feedback on any aspect of this resource. Your constructive feedback will help us to improve and enhance this resource. For any feedback, comments or suggestions, please feel free to email Dr Kelly Anne Young at youngka@unisa.ac.za.

To begin the OER, kindly click on Unit 1: Introduction to ODeL concepts, theories and scholarship.