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REFLECTION – TOPIC 2

Posted on April 3, 2024 by Dragana Vukovic Vojnovic

OPENNESS and SUPPORT The second lap of our ONL journey has got us thinking more about what it means to be open, and whether we can really keep our private and professional lives separate. In my fantastic PBL group Take V, I think we have managed to establish an atmosphere of trust so that […]

Topic 1: Motivation and Benefits of Online Participation and Public Discourse

Posted on April 3, 2024 by Yusein Redzheb Ali

In today’s digital age, online platforms have become an integral part of our daily lives, allowing us to socialize and expand our knowledge. While it may be comfortable to consume information online as anonymous users, the value of participating openly in public spaces may not be immediately evident. As a result, some individuals may be […]

“It’s beyond my control”: the feasibility of the protection of IP rights in the context of OE

Posted on April 2, 2024 by Anna Zemskova

Hi world! During the past two weeks we have been discussing sharing and openness in the context of open learning. As a result of our fruitful discussions, a lot of fascinating aspects, relating to this topic, were revealed, but in my post here I would like to focus on a particular concern that I have […]

Reflection on Topic 2: Finding and using openly licensed resources

Posted on April 2, 2024 by Verica Aleksic Sabo

I think that finding and using openly licensed resources is a crucial aspect of modern education, especially in the context of open education initiatives. As an educator, I believe that incorporating openly licensed resources into teaching materials can greatly enhance… Continue Reading →

Open Education: When “open” really means “freemium”

Posted on April 1, 2024 by Carlos Diaz Ruiz

Open Education reflected the ideals of the Early Internet regarding the
inherent freedom of knowledge. To protect it, we must ensure Open Education
means open not freemium.

A Reflection on Open Educational Resources: A Hunt for Quality amidst the Easter Bounty

Posted on April 1, 2024 by Aneé Sieberhagen

Easter brings a delightful mix of traditions – the sweet aroma of hot cross buns, the hunt for hidden chocolate eggs and bunnies, and for some, the savoury indulgence of curried fish. This season also offers a chance to reflect on the concept of “openness” and the treasures it holds, much like the hidden treats […]

How do gardens grow?

Posted on April 1, 2024 by Andrea Korens

Another of my group members shares my nostalgia for the promise of the early internet, and it has me thinking more about what it was that excited me at the time. I remember poetry, busy background images, card games, forums, and chat rooms. A bit later – music pirating, blogs, early social network sites, skype,Continue reading “How do gardens grow?”

Topic 2: The Implications of Openness

Posted on March 30, 2024 by Susan Lee

These two weeks of ONL journey brought me through an impactful, challenging and encouraging ride on open education practices in the time of generative AI use. It was impactful to dialogue with my PBL group and the larger community of educators connected through Dr Maha Bali’s talk, who shared our honest concerns and struggles with […]

Balancing student privacy and openness when giving feedback

Posted on March 28, 2024 by Jonathan Phan

For Week Two’s topic on open learning – sharing and openness, my team and I unpacked the concept of “openness” in the context of open educational resources (OER), in which we identified what OER is, its benefits, and challenges. As a university tutor who capitalises on social interactions in order to make learning for my […]

Topic 2 – Embracing Open Learning and Nurturing Belonging

Posted on March 27, 2024 by José Rodrigo Ferreira

In the realm of open learning, the ethos of sharing and openness serves as a guiding principle, shaping the dynamics of collaborative knowledge exchange and fostering a sense of belonging within learning communities. Reflecting on my experience within a Problem-Based Learning (PBL) group in the Open Networked Learning (ONL) community, I’ve come to realize the […]

Topic 2: Open Learning – Sharing and Openness

Posted on March 27, 2024 by Jamile Teles Hamideh

Part I: Is Open Education “real” education? I remember the first time I encountered a MOOC, way back in 2009, when I was starting my bachelor’s degree. It was Michael Sandel’s Justice: What’s The Right Thing To Do?. Not only was the course fantastic, but the idea that I could watch a class from Harvard […]

SOME OF OUR PROBLEMS NEED NO CAPITAL BUT STRONG LEADERSHIP

Posted on March 21, 2024 by Sinako Mxabo Foundation

It no doubt that money can solve 98.99% of the problem we faced today. For instance, in order to curb load shedding, the country need 5 more power stations in order to supply enough energy and so on. However, the challenges that faced our people in our communities like teenage pregnancies, the drug use, the … Continue reading SOME OF OUR PROBLEMS NEED NO CAPITAL BUT STRONG LEADERSHIP