Virtual Showcase: AlphaPlus Open Educational Resources collection: What is OER and why is it needed?
21 May, 2024
Explore our comprehensive collection of instructional materials that are free, shareable and modifiable.
All resources are available on a Google site. Many are also available in Google folders so you can access them even if they disappear online.
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The AlphaPlus OER collection contains hundreds of workbooks, online modules and learning activities that can be used online and in-person. They cover a range of instructional topics, such as
We also have materials focused on empowering learners and supporting the professional development of adult educators.
To build the collection, we worked with a group of instructors from school boards and community groups who provided guidance to ensure the materials are
We took the time to review and vet materials from over 100 resource collections in Canada, the U.S., U.K. and Australia. All the resources contain a brief review and indication of allowable uses.
A French collection is under development.
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