Introduction
In today's digital age, educators have access to a vast array of educational resources.
However, many of these resources are copyrighted, expensive, or limited in their scope. Open Educational Resources (OERs) offer a solution to these challenges. OERs are high-quality, openly licensed educational materials that can be freely used, shared, and adapted. In this WebQuest, you will explore the world of OERs, evaluate their effectiveness, and create a list of recommended resources for your fellow educators.
Task
Imagine you are a teacher looking for high-quality educational resources to use in your classroom. Your task is to explore different types of Open Educational Resources (OERs), evaluate their effectiveness, and create a list of recommended OERs for your fellow teachers.
Process
1. Introduction to OERs:
- Read the article "What are Open Educational Resources?" (provided)
- Watch the video "Open Educational Resources" (provided)
2. Exploring OERs:
- Visit the following OER websites:
- Khan Academy ((link unavailable))
- MERLOT ((link unavailable))
- OpenStax ((link unavailable))
- Browse the resources available on each website
- Take notes on the types of resources available, their quality, and potential uses in the classroom
3. Evaluating OERs:
- Use the OER Evaluation Rubric (provided) to evaluate the resources you explored
- Consider factors such as accuracy, relevance, and usability
4. Creating a Recommended OER List:
- Based on your evaluation, create a list of recommended OERs for your fellow teachers
- Include a brief description of each resource and its potential uses in the classroom
Evaluation
- Completed OER Evaluation Rubric
- List of recommended OERs with brief descriptions and potential uses in the classroom
Conclusion
- Reflect on what you learned about Open Educational Resources (OERs) and their importance in education
- Consider how you can integrate OERs into your own teaching practices
Credits
- Article: "What are Open Educational Resources?"
- Video: "Open Educational Resources"
- OER Evaluation Rubric
- Khan Academy ((link unavailable))
- MERLOT ((link unavailable))
- OpenStax ((link unavailable))
Teacher Page
Teacher Page
*Overview*
This WebQuest is designed to introduce educators to the concept of Open Educational Resources (OERs) and provide them with the skills to evaluate and integrate OERs into their teaching practices.
*Objectives*
- Educators will understand the definition and importance of OERs in education
- Educators will be able to identify and evaluate different types of OERs
- Educators will understand the benefits and challenges of using OERs in the classroom
*Materials*
- Computers with internet access
- OER Evaluation Rubric (provided)
- Article: "What are Open Educational Resources?" (provided)
- Video: "Open Educational Resources" (provided)
*Procedure*
1. Introduction (10 minutes):
- Introduce the concept of OERs and their importance in education
- Provide background information on the benefits and challenges of using OERs
2. Exploring OERs (20 minutes):
- Have educators visit the provided OER websites and explore the resources available
- Have educators take notes on the types of resources available, their quality, and potential uses in the classroom
3. Evaluating OERs (20 minutes):
- Have educators use the OER Evaluation Rubric to evaluate the resources they explored
- Have educators consider factors such as accuracy, relevance, and usability
4. Creating a Recommended OER List (20 minutes):
- Have educators create a list of recommended resources for their fellow educators
- Have educators include a brief description of each resource and its potential uses in the classroom
*Assessment*
- Completed OER Evaluation Rubric
- List of recommended resources with brief descriptions and potential uses in the classroom