Humber is currently updating the institutional inventory of OER use in courses across all programs and schools. This inventory served to identify courses and programs where the selection of course readings and other learning resources come with no additional cost to students. The inventory is a useful tool for helping to identify opportunities for increased adoption of OER in support of learning.

In 2018, Humber official joined the Open Educational Resource University (OERu). Coordinated by the OER Foundation, an independent, not-for-profit organization, the OERu network of institutions offers free online courses for students worldwide and provides affordable ways for learners to gain academic credit towards qualifications from recognized institutions.

Joining OERu formalizes Humber’s continued re-conceptualization of student access and program delivery frameworks and supports our aim to increase access to mobile and ubiquitous learning. A necessary step in making education more accessible - in a sustainable way - is the ongoing creation and curation of Open Educational Resources (OER). Partnering with OERu aligns with Humber’s digital learning strategic goal to innovate through a networked community within and beyond the College to respond to emerging trends and priorities in our local, national and global communities.  

Want to learn more? Contact Humber’s Director of Digital Curriculum, Theresa Steger (theresa.steger@humber.ca) and see the Humber College Council presentation slides.

Stay tuned for tomorrow’s topic on Open Media Resources.