It is an exciting time for OER in K-12. The value proposition for K-12 education is high. There is a perfect storm of circumstances with the Common Core standards and forthcoming assessments, calls for more effective instructional models, and state
Google Docs: A case study in K-12 adoption of innovation
When considering how to advance the adoption of OER by K-12, I often come down on the side of advocating for more traditional, comfortable formats, including open textbooks and fairly linear online course formats.While I agree that the big win
“OER is ___”
At a recent meeting to discuss the agenda for moving OER forward, the predictable topics of quality, effectiveness, and cost came up in the context of defining the value proposition of OER. David Wiley rightfully pointed out that we don’t