"Education is not the learning of facts, but the training of the mind to think." - Albert Einstein
In this chapter, you will learn:
What Open Educational Resources are and why they matter.
How using OER can save you money and expand your educational horizons.
What role you can play in the open education movement.
Tempting Question: How much could you save on textbooks by using OER?
OER stands for "Open Educational Resources." OER refers to any type of educational materials that are freely available for educators, students, and self-learners to use, share, and modify. These resources can include textbooks, course materials, lesson plans, videos, software, and any other tools, materials, or techniques used to support learning and education.
OER can significantly reduce the cost of education, promote innovation in teaching and learning, and increase access to high-quality educational resources, particularly in areas with limited resources or barriers to traditional educational materials.
The key characteristics of OER include: