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OER Matters: Tools and TechnologyDisplaying 1-20 of 40 results. Academic Commons
Subject: Science and Technology, Social Sciences
Grade Level:
Post-secondary
Abstract: Sponsored by the Center of Inquiry in the Liberal Arts at Wabash College, Academic Commons shares these principles with the Center's exploration of liberal arts education: (1) Free exchange: open source technology and the free and open exchange of ideas, intellectual and creative work; (2) Heterogeneity: ... More » ATutor
Subject: Science and Technology
Abstract: ATutor is an Open Source Web-based Learning Content Management System (LCMS) designed with accessibility and adaptability in mind. Administrators can install or update ATutor in minutes. Educators can quickly assemble, package, and redistribute Web-based instructional content, or conduct courses online. ... More » British Library and US DOE to collaborate on global science gateway
Subject: Science and Technology
Abstract: Dr. Raymond L. Orbach, Under Secretary for Science of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), has signed an agreement with Lynne Brindley, Chief Executive of the British Library, to collaborate on the development of a global science gateway. The gateway would eventually make science information resources ... More » Copyright & Distance Education: A trainer's toolkit
Abstract: This toolkit provides a variety of resources designed to assist trainers in preparing and offering a workshop that introduces participants to copyright as it relates to distance education. It describes the basic features of copyright, identifies institutional issues and concerns, and outlines ways to ... More » DSpace
Subject: Science and Technology
Grade Level:
Post-secondary
Abstract: The DSpace digital repository system captures, stores, indexes, preserves, and distributes digital research material. Research institutions worldwide use this open source system in a variety of ways -- as an institutional repository, a learning object repository, for records management, and more. Edubuntu
Grade Level:
Primary, Secondary, Post-secondary
Abstract: The Edubuntu Linux distribution brings the spirit of Ubuntu to schools, through its customised school environment. The current version of Edubuntu is aimed at classroom use, and future versions of Edubuntu will expand to other educational usage, such as university use. Education Network Australia (EdNA)
Grade Level:
Secondary
Abstract: EdNA Online is a service that aims to support and promote the benefits of the Internet for learning, education and training in Australia. It is organised around Australian curriculum, its tools are free to Australian educators, and it is funded by the bodies responsible for education provision in Australia ... More » eduCommons
Subject: Science and Technology
Abstract: eduCommons is an OpenCourseWare management system designed specifically to support OpenCourseWare projects like MIT OCW and USU OCW. EduForge
Abstract: Eduforge is an open access environment designed for the sharing of ideas, research outcomes, open content and open source software for education. You are welcome to use our community resources or start your own project space. Registration is free. EduTools
Abstract: WCET's (Western Cooperative for Educational Telecommunications) EduTools provides independent reviews, side-by-side comparisons, and consulting services to assist decision-making in the e-learning community. Course Management Systems, Learning Object Repository Software, Online Course Evaluation Projects, ... More » eLearning XML Editor (eXe)
Abstract: The eXe project was conceived to address the use of technology in the design and authoring of learning resources for the web. Initial research showed that while there are many web authoring tools available their usability and sophistication varied considerably. We identified the need for a tool to specifically ... More » ELGG
Abstract: Elgg is an open source social networking platform based around choice, flexibility and openness: a system that firmly places individuals at the centre of their activities. Your users have the freedom to incorporate all their favorite tools within one environment and showcase their content with as ... More » Free Curricula Center
Abstract: The Free Curricula Center (FCC) helps students worldwide reach their educational potential by producing and distributing university level curricula that can be copied freely and modified cooperatively. Specifically, FCC serves as a focal point for the development and sharing of textbooks, instructor ... More » Google OCW
Abstract: A Google Custom Search of OpenCourseWare from opencontent.org IMS Learning Resource Meta-Data
Abstract: The purpose of this document is to provide users and implementers of the IMS Learning Resource Meta-data1 v1.3 Specification with a narrative description of the data model along with guidelines on its use, including the creation of application profiles. This Best Practice and Implementation Guide also ... More » Knowledge Media Laboratory (Keep Toolkit)
Grade Level:
Primary, Secondary
Abstract: The Knowledge Media Laboratory works to create a future in which communities of teachers, faculty, programs, and institutions collectively advance teaching and learning by exchanging their educational knowledge, experiences, ideas, and reflections by taking advantage of various technologies and resources. The ... More » Learning Objects Repository Software
Subject: Humanities
Grade Level:
Primary, Secondary
Abstract: An online database of learning content that provides software to Commonweath countries free of charge. Institutions or governments can establish a shared repository by accessing free open source software from COL's LOR. LOCKSS (Lots of Copies Keep Stuff Safe)
Abstract: LOCKSS is open source, peer-to-peer software that functions as a persistent access preservation system. Information is delivered via the web, and stored using a sophisticated but easy to use caching system. Simply put, LOCKSS provides for Jefferson's "multiplication of copies," but with an electronic ... More » MELT (a Metadata Ecology for Learning and Teaching)
Grade Level:
Primary, Secondary, Post-secondary
Abstract: MELT (a Metadata Ecology for Learning and Teaching) is a 27-month Content Enrichment project supported by the European Commission's eContentplus Programme. Starting in October 2006, it brings together 17 public and private sector content partners. The project’s coordinator is European Schoolnet (EUN), ... More » Moodle Course Management System
Abstract: Moodle is a course management system (CMS) - a free, Open Source software package designed using sound pedagogical principles , to help educators create effective online learning communities. You can download and use it on any computer you have handy (including webhosts), yet it can scale from a single-teacher ... More » |
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