Advancing Sustainability of Open Educational Resources
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- Author:
- Alex Koohang and Keith Harman
- Subject:
- Social Sciences
- Grade Level:
- Post-secondary
- Abstract:
This paper discusses the concept of Open Educational Resources (OERs). The discussion then
shift to OER sustainability, a fundamental element essential for the success of OER. Special attention is given to the following as they relate to the OER sustainability: instructional design & presentation; cost of production and maintenance; support; and OER communities of practice as relate to scalability. The paper concludes with recommendations for OERs future research.Issues in Informing Science and Information Technology 4. 2007
- Content Type:
- Articles and Reports
- Content Topic:
- How and Why of OER
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