2. Saves students money
Allows for collaboration, peer review, and
improvement of materials. No need to reinvent
the wheel.
Enhances reputation of the institution
Coding system provides an easy
understanding of how resources can be legally
used
Increases the amount of educational resources
available
3. Difficult to regulate/evaluate quality of
materials
Difficult to locate materials
Complications with updating and paying for
maintenance of current materials
Once materials are licensed, license cannot be
changed
Lack of public understanding
