As long as there have been teachers, there has been sharing: binders of lesson plans, boxes of laminated hand-drawn math games, even recycled scraps of art projects. But with the advance of the ...

Though the term "open educational resources" has become widely used in recent years, not everyone is clear on exactly what it means. According to the Hewlett Foundation, whose definition is considered ...

Federal lawmakers want to encourage schools to consider using free, modifiable learning resources for students before investing in costly textbooks and curricula. A move in the U.S. Senate to promote ...

Studies have shown that access to open educational resources— learning materials that are free and easy to access — can improve student outcomes in classes. As the new trend in higher education ...

Open educational resources (OER) are showing signs of taking root in introductory courses, yet overall awareness of alternatives to traditional textbooks continues to lag, a new study found. More than ...

As education costs soar, students face barriers when accessing essential learning resources. Open educational resources break down these barriers, granting all students access to vital materials ...

Open Educational Resources (OER) and Open Educational Practices (OEP) represent a transformative shift in global educational paradigms, promoting accessible, flexible and inclusive learning ...