Open Educational Resources and Open Pedagogy
These collections of resources will help you get started in integrating Open Educational practices into your teaching.
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What are Open Educational Resources (OER)?
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning and teaching materials that are licensed for free and adaptable use. These resources provide a foundational understanding of OER, examine how they are distinguished from other "affordable" materials, and highlight benefits for faculty and students.
How Do I Get Started with Open Educational Resources?
You've heard about the transformative potential of Open Educational Resources' (OER) use in the classroom but aren't sure where to begin? This collection connects you to the resources and support you need to take that initial step toward exploring the opportunities afforded by OER implementation.
What is Open Pedagogy?
Open Pedagogy invites students to engage in authorship and curation of open resources, promoting student agency, motivation, collaboration, digital literacy, and open access awareness—allowing students to be creators of knowledge and not just consumers of it.
How Do I Get Started with Open Pedagogy?
This collection presents guidelines, frameworks, and concrete examples of Open Pedagogy assignments to get you started.
How Does Open Education Support Inclusive Classrooms?
Open Educational Resources (OER) contribute to student success by removing barriers of cost and supporting the design of inclusive, accessible, equitable learning experiences.
What Does Open Education Look Like at UVA?
The UVA community is active in Open Education engagement. This collection highlights the initiatives and resources created by our own faculty and staff.