OERs in the IR? Why and Best Practices

Mary Ann Jones, Mississippi State University

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Should IRs host OER content? This presentation will explore why hosting OERs in the IR is good for the institution and students. We will look at the landscape of the OER community hosting strategies and discuss best practices for institutions who want to host OERs. Participants will engage in a robust discussion about open vs. free and how that affects OER hosting. The attendees will leave the session with a better understanding of the pros and cons of hosting OERs and strategies for success.

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Apr 24th, 9:00 AM

OERs in the IR? Why and Best Practices

Online

Should IRs host OER content? This presentation will explore why hosting OERs in the IR is good for the institution and students. We will look at the landscape of the OER community hosting strategies and discuss best practices for institutions who want to host OERs. Participants will engage in a robust discussion about open vs. free and how that affects OER hosting. The attendees will leave the session with a better understanding of the pros and cons of hosting OERs and strategies for success.