Open educational resources (OER) are educational materials that can be freely used and reused without cost. This document discusses the benefits and challenges of OER. The benefits include affordability, accessibility, additional learning resources, engagement, and up-to-date materials. However, challenges include issues of sustainability, quality, gaining faculty and institutional acceptance, and ensuring equal digital access. Overall, OER has potential to improve education but also faces obstacles that must be addressed for broader implementation.
Importance of Open Educational Resources (OER) in ResearchShri Ram
The one week long AICTE sponsored online STTP on “New Dimensions in Research Support Services: A Contemporary Library Perspective” being organized by Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyay Central Library of the J.C. Bose University, YMCA Faridabad.
OER are freely accessible, openly licensed materials embedded with text, media, and other digital assets that are useful for teaching, learning, and assessing, as well as for research purposes. This PPT describe what is OER, Types of OER, and how OER Benefited to providers, individuals and institutions. Further it also presents national and international OER’s, that are available in an online flat form.
The presentation highlights the OER initiatives taking place in India while at the same time tracing the history of evolution of OER and discussing the definition.
National Repository of Open Educational Resources (NROER) launched by MHRD and NCERT to caters the need of teachers for free and open educational resources, available at http://nroer.gov.in/
Importance of Open Educational Resources (OER) in ResearchShri Ram
The one week long AICTE sponsored online STTP on “New Dimensions in Research Support Services: A Contemporary Library Perspective” being organized by Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyay Central Library of the J.C. Bose University, YMCA Faridabad.
OER are freely accessible, openly licensed materials embedded with text, media, and other digital assets that are useful for teaching, learning, and assessing, as well as for research purposes. This PPT describe what is OER, Types of OER, and how OER Benefited to providers, individuals and institutions. Further it also presents national and international OER’s, that are available in an online flat form.
The presentation highlights the OER initiatives taking place in India while at the same time tracing the history of evolution of OER and discussing the definition.
National Repository of Open Educational Resources (NROER) launched by MHRD and NCERT to caters the need of teachers for free and open educational resources, available at http://nroer.gov.in/
Classroom management software has never been more important for successful 1:1 student-device programs in K12 education. Learn more about Dyknow's classroom management software here.
Understanding Knowledge base of Teacher Education from the view point of Schulman- By Mr.Lenin, Faculty of MSU, Dept of Education, for the Teacher Education Webinar Series 1
Differences Between Information, Knowledge, Belief and Truth
The term information is generally described as the structured, organized and processed data, presented with the context, which makes it relevant and useful to the person who wants it. When raw data turn out to be meaningful after conversion it is known as information. It is something that informs in essence
This presentation discusses about two major learning theories i.e. pedagogy and andragogy. The presentation highlights the definitions, historical development, and assumptions of these theories. It also includes a comparative analysis between these theories.
Classroom management software has never been more important for successful 1:1 student-device programs in K12 education. Learn more about Dyknow's classroom management software here.
Understanding Knowledge base of Teacher Education from the view point of Schulman- By Mr.Lenin, Faculty of MSU, Dept of Education, for the Teacher Education Webinar Series 1
Differences Between Information, Knowledge, Belief and Truth
The term information is generally described as the structured, organized and processed data, presented with the context, which makes it relevant and useful to the person who wants it. When raw data turn out to be meaningful after conversion it is known as information. It is something that informs in essence
This presentation discusses about two major learning theories i.e. pedagogy and andragogy. The presentation highlights the definitions, historical development, and assumptions of these theories. It also includes a comparative analysis between these theories.
'The role of Open Access and Open Educational Resources within Distance Education.' Presentation by Dr Stylianos Hatzipanagos (King's College London; CDE Fellow) during CDE seminar The Role of Open Access and OERs within Distance Education. Full details at www.cde.london.ac.uk.
OER in non-English speaking countries: сhallenges and opportunities for suppo...African Virtual University
Svetlana Knyazeva holds PhD in Information and Library Science and is an Advisor for Communication and Information at the UNESCO Moscow Office. Since 2009 she has been coordinating a project on Open Educational Resources in non-English-speaking countries implemented jointly by the UNESCO Moscow Office and the UNESCO Institute for Information Technologies in Education.
The main objective of Svetlana’s OLnet Fellowship research was the facilitation of early stages of OER movement in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) and ensuring sustainability of a project launched by the Moscow-based UNESCO Institute for Information Technologies in Education (UNESCO IITE).
Presentation from Dr Stylianos Hatzipanagos (Senior Lecturer in Technology Enhanced Learning, King’s College London) on the use of OERs in distance education.
Conducted at the CDE's Research and Innovation in Distance Education and eLearning conference on 19 October 2012.
Palestine last event orientationfvgnh .pptxRaedMohamed3
An EFL lesson about the current events in Palestine. It is intended to be for intermediate students who wish to increase their listening skills through a short lesson in power point.
The Art Pastor's Guide to Sabbath | Steve ThomasonSteve Thomason
What is the purpose of the Sabbath Law in the Torah. It is interesting to compare how the context of the law shifts from Exodus to Deuteronomy. Who gets to rest, and why?
Ethnobotany and Ethnopharmacology:
Ethnobotany in herbal drug evaluation,
Impact of Ethnobotany in traditional medicine,
New development in herbals,
Bio-prospecting tools for drug discovery,
Role of Ethnopharmacology in drug evaluation,
Reverse Pharmacology.
Students, digital devices and success - Andreas Schleicher - 27 May 2024..pptxEduSkills OECD
Andreas Schleicher presents at the OECD webinar ‘Digital devices in schools: detrimental distraction or secret to success?’ on 27 May 2024. The presentation was based on findings from PISA 2022 results and the webinar helped launch the PISA in Focus ‘Managing screen time: How to protect and equip students against distraction’ https://www.oecd-ilibrary.org/education/managing-screen-time_7c225af4-en and the OECD Education Policy Perspective ‘Students, digital devices and success’ can be found here - https://oe.cd/il/5yV
This is a presentation by Dada Robert in a Your Skill Boost masterclass organised by the Excellence Foundation for South Sudan (EFSS) on Saturday, the 25th and Sunday, the 26th of May 2024.
He discussed the concept of quality improvement, emphasizing its applicability to various aspects of life, including personal, project, and program improvements. He defined quality as doing the right thing at the right time in the right way to achieve the best possible results and discussed the concept of the "gap" between what we know and what we do, and how this gap represents the areas we need to improve. He explained the scientific approach to quality improvement, which involves systematic performance analysis, testing and learning, and implementing change ideas. He also highlighted the importance of client focus and a team approach to quality improvement.
Instructions for Submissions thorugh G- Classroom.pptxJheel Barad
This presentation provides a briefing on how to upload submissions and documents in Google Classroom. It was prepared as part of an orientation for new Sainik School in-service teacher trainees. As a training officer, my goal is to ensure that you are comfortable and proficient with this essential tool for managing assignments and fostering student engagement.
The Roman Empire A Historical Colossus.pdfkaushalkr1407
The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
The Roman Empire’s society was hierarchical, with a rigid class system. At the top were the patricians, wealthy elites who held significant political power. Below them were the plebeians, free citizens with limited political influence, and the vast numbers of slaves who formed the backbone of the economy. The family unit was central, governed by the paterfamilias, the male head who held absolute authority.
Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
2024.06.01 Introducing a competency framework for languag learning materials ...Sandy Millin
http://sandymillin.wordpress.com/iateflwebinar2024
Published classroom materials form the basis of syllabuses, drive teacher professional development, and have a potentially huge influence on learners, teachers and education systems. All teachers also create their own materials, whether a few sentences on a blackboard, a highly-structured fully-realised online course, or anything in between. Despite this, the knowledge and skills needed to create effective language learning materials are rarely part of teacher training, and are mostly learnt by trial and error.
Knowledge and skills frameworks, generally called competency frameworks, for ELT teachers, trainers and managers have existed for a few years now. However, until I created one for my MA dissertation, there wasn’t one drawing together what we need to know and do to be able to effectively produce language learning materials.
This webinar will introduce you to my framework, highlighting the key competencies I identified from my research. It will also show how anybody involved in language teaching (any language, not just English!), teacher training, managing schools or developing language learning materials can benefit from using the framework.
Operation “Blue Star” is the only event in the history of Independent India where the state went into war with its own people. Even after about 40 years it is not clear if it was culmination of states anger over people of the region, a political game of power or start of dictatorial chapter in the democratic setup.
The people of Punjab felt alienated from main stream due to denial of their just demands during a long democratic struggle since independence. As it happen all over the word, it led to militant struggle with great loss of lives of military, police and civilian personnel. Killing of Indira Gandhi and massacre of innocent Sikhs in Delhi and other India cities was also associated with this movement.
2. WHAT ARE OPEN EDUCATIONAL
RESOURCES (OER)?
• Open educational resources (OER) are educational materials
that reside in the public domain or have been released under
an open license that permits their free use and re-purposing by
others (definition by Hewlett Foundation).
• Open Educational Resources are teaching and learning
materials that you may freely use and reuse, without charge.
OER often have a Creative Commons or GNU license that state
specifically how the material may be used, reused, adapted,
and shared (definition by Creative Commons). Rebecca Leber-Gottberg
3. BENEFITS AND CHALLENGES
BENEFITS
• Affordability and accessibility
• Additional resources for
learning
• Encourage engagement
• Up-to-date and relevant
• Collaboratively developed
CHALLENGES
• Sustainability
• Quality
• Recognition of value in larger
scope
• Faculty and institutional buy-
in
• Larger accessibility issues
Rebecca Leber-Gottberg
4. AFFORDABILITY AND
ACCESSIBILITY
• One of the most significant
drawbacks for students is the cost of
course materials. This can oftentimes
be a deterrent for students beginning
the educational process, students
already enrolled, or for schools to
utilize the newest and most up-to-
date resources.
• If materials can be accessed
digitally, then students have ready
access through phones, laptops, etc.
These also allow for students to
experience the material in a different
way.
Rebecca Leber-Gottberg
5. ADDITIONAL
RESOURCES FOR
LEARNING AND
ENCOURAGE
ENGAGEMENT
With more and more emphasis
being placed on flipping
classrooms and more
interactive, integrated learning,
OER provides opportunities for
faculty and students to expand
the classroom beyond the
textbook.
More engaged students have
better success and derive more
satisfaction and mastery from
the educational experience.
Rebecca Leber-Gottberg
6. UP-TO-DATE AND
RELEVANT
With the rate that the world is
changing and new knowledge is
being developed, textbooks
become quickly outdated—
oftentimes by the time that they
are published. OER has the
potential to utilize and access
the most recent and newest
information right at the faculty
and student’s fingertips.
Rebecca Leber-Gottberg
7. COLLABORATIVELY
DEVELOPED
OER has the potential to grow
and develop as it is used and
augmented by faculty and
students.
OER texts (such as openstax) are
peer reviewed and developed by
those knowledgeable in the
field.
OER provides opportunities to
interact with other faculty and
scholars in a different way than
the traditional more siloed
approach to teaching and
learning.
Rebecca Leber-Gottberg
8. OER – THE “PANACEA” TO ALL THAT AILS
EDUCATION?
• While OER has a number of very valid and significant plusses,
there are also some issues and challenges that must be
considered.
Rebecca Leber-Gottberg
9. SUSTAINABILITY
Currently, many OER projects
are funded by grant dollars from
numerous organizations. While
this does provide short-term
funding for development and
implementation, the question
remains as to if it is enough to
carry such a significant shift in
education forward into the
future.
Likewise, is there the
appropriate recognition attached
to OER to encourage its growth
and development across
education? Rebecca Leber-Gottberg
10. QUALITY AND
RECOGNITION OF VALUE
Quality versus perception of quality
To what standards will OER be held?
How do we guarantee that quality OER are
utilized in the way that provides the most
opportunity for student success?
How do we change preconceived notions
and ideas about OER amongst faculty and
students?
How do we best utilize OER to bring the
most value to the educational experience?
Rebecca Leber-Gottberg
11. FACULTY AND
INSTITUTIONAL BUY-IN
OER is a new idea that is coupled with
new technology and it is vastly different
than the traditional textbook/lecture
format still used by much of Higher
Education.
OER can be perceived as undercutting the
value of faculty expertise and seen as a
replacement for faculty interaction.
OER development can be seen as taking
away earning potential for faculty in
developing text and course material for
the larger market.
How does OER and its development fit
into the entrenched tenure cycle in Higher
Education?
Rebecca Leber-Gottberg
12. LARGER
ACCESSIBILITY
ISSUES
The success of OER is predicated on
the idea that everyone has EQUAL
ACCESS to the needed technology
and resources to access it. This is
problematic. Not all houses have
internet access and not all students
possess technology or the
appropriate technology.
Likewise, it is predicated on access to
materials on the Internet. Net
neutrality is a significant issue
currently and could vastly affect
access to content and services online.
It also will affect public entities’
(libraries, schools and even
University’s) access to the Internet
and material on the Internet.
Rebecca Leber-Gottberg
13. CONCLUSIONS
• OER has an untapped amount of potential to equalize education by
making educational materials affordable and accessible for all
students.
• It also has possibilities to improve student learning outcomes by
accessing varied and current materials developed from multiple
perspectives and sources.
• HOWEVER, these are not without significant drawbacks currently.
While OER may be the future of education, it is vital that institutions
“get onboard” with the role of faculty and the development/use of
OER.
• It is also important to recognize that access issues could be a
hindrance to students unless they are also guaranteed the
appropriate technology and access to OER materials institutionally
Rebecca Leber-Gottberg
