BEYOND THE SURFACE

WHY OPEN EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES ARE MORE THAN JUST INTERNET FILES?

Abstract

The advancement of the internet has revolutionized access to information and paved the way for a vast array of online educational resources. Among them, Open Educational Resources (OER) stand out, offering valuable opportunities to enhance teaching and learning in basic education, particularly from the perspective of inclusive education. However, it is crucial to differentiate OER from various on-line files and overcome potential legal barriers that may restrict their use. The overall objective of this article is to provide practical information to assist educators in this process. The research conducted is descriptive and bibliographic in nature. The results aim to contribute to the understanding of OER as collective knowledge and a social asset, as well as explore their applicability to school inclusion.