OER in the Knowledge Economy: Foundations, Growth, and Forms of Open Learning

Author(s)	Dr. Kiran Kumar K S
Country	India
Abstract	Open Educational Resources (OER) represent a transformative force in the global education landscape by providing freely accessible, openly licensed materials that support teaching and learning. The purpose of this article is to explore the meaning, historical development, emergence, and types of OER in detail. By examining the evolution of open education, from the open-source software movement to the present-day OER initiatives, the article provides a comprehensive understanding of the key elements and classifications of OER. With growing emphasis on accessibility, equity, and lifelong learning, OER have become vital tools in democratizing education and promoting global knowledge-sharing. This article contributes to the ongoing discourse by offering a structured overview that informs educators, researchers, and policy-makers about the potential and diversity of OER.
Keywords	Keywords: Open Educational Resources (OER), open access, education, learning, teaching, digital content, educational equity.
Field	Sociology > Education
Published In	Volume 4, Issue 4, July-August 2022
Published On	2022-08-12

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