How to Make an Open Educational Resource

An open educational resource (OER) is a type of educational material that is available freely for use, reuse, adaptation, and sharing. OERs can include a wide range of materials, such as textbooks, course materials, videos, podcasts, and other types of media. Here are some steps for you to follow to create your own OER:

Identify your audience and goals: Determine who you want to reach with your OER and what you want them to learn or be able to do as a result of using your material. This will help you determine the content and format of your OER.

Gather and organize your content: Collect and organize the information you want to include in your OER. You may need to do additional research or create new content to meet your goals.

Choose a license: OERs are typically licensed using Creative Commons or other open licenses that allow for free use, reuse, and adaptation. Choose a license that aligns with your goals for your OER and the permissions you want to give to users.

Create or assemble your OER: Use various tools and platforms to create and assemble your OER. You may want to use a page layout program or word processor to create text-based materials, or you may want to use video editing software to create videos.

Publish and share your OER: Once you have created your OER, you can publish it on a website or other platform and share it with your intended audience. Be sure to include information about the license and any attribution requirements for your OER.

By following these steps, you can create and share your own OER to help others learn and grow.