The document discusses the pros and cons of using open source materials versus paid materials for coursework. It notes that open source allows for a variety of free resources that can be tailored to create innovative courses, but that open source materials may not be appreciated as much as paid options, may require more time to find what is needed, and may not offer support if problems arise. Overall, it suggests considering open source but also paying for quality when it is the best option.

1. PRO CON WHICH WITCH
Open Source or not to open

2. THE STRENGTH IS IN THE VARIETY OF
MATERIALS THAT CAN BE FOUND FOR
FREE.

3. MAKE A BESPOKE COURSE FILLED WITH
INNOVATIVE AND EMOTIVE EVOKING
COURSE WORK

4. GETTING SOMETHING FOR FREE
FEELS GOOD

5. IT IS ALWAYS NICE TO HAVE
OPTIONS

6. YOU CAN MAKE IT YOUR OWN

7. ON THE OTHER HAND, PEOPLE DON’T
APPRECIATE WHAT THEY GET FOR FREE

8. POTENTIALLY SPENDING MORE TIME
JUST TO TRY AND GET SOMETHING
FOR FREE INSTEAD OF PURCHASING A
BETTER PRODUCT.

9. POTENTIALLY NO HELP IF YOU HAVE
PROBLEMS WITH YOUR OPEN SOURCE
MATERIAL

10. YOU COULD COULD GET CAUGHT UP
IN “I ONLY GO OPEN SOURCE”
INSTEAD OF GOING FOR THE BEST.