The document discusses the development and implementation of Open Educational Resources (OER) in Asian and European countries, highlighting the collaborative efforts and participation of various institutions in enhancing access to education through ICT and OER. It outlines the benefits of OER, including improved learning opportunities, cost efficiency, and the importance of quality assurance standards for their development and use. Additionally, it presents the ongoing initiatives and projects by KNOU and other organizations to promote OER and lifelong learning opportunities.