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Open Educational Resources and Their Impact on Curriculum Flexibility and Accessibility

Open Educational Resources and Their Impact on Curriculum Flexibility and Accessibility
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Author(s): Satya Subrahmanyam (Holy Spirit University of Kaslik, Lebanon)
Copyright: 2026
Pages: 34
Source title: Building Teaching Competencies for AI-Driven and Inclusive Learning
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Mário Cruz (Polytechnic Institute of Porto, Portugal), Ricardo Queirós (Polytechnic Institute of Porto, Portugal)and Daniela Mascarenhas (Polytechnic Institute of Porto, Portugal)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3373-7729-2.ch002

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Abstract

Open Educational Resources (OER) are reshaping modern education by enhancing curriculum flexibility and improving access to quality learning. Freely available and openly licensed, OER empowers educators to adapt and customize content, supporting competency-based, interdisciplinary, and inclusive instruction. This adaptability fosters personalized learning and ensures curricula stay relevant to emerging knowledge and industry needs. OER also eliminates financial barriers, promoting equitable access for diverse learners across regions and socioeconomic backgrounds. Challenges such as institutional resistance, sustainability, digital infrastructure, and legal concerns must be addressed. This chapter explores the best practices for adoption of OER, supported by case studies and emerging technologies, and underscores the need for strategic policies and global collaboration to realize the full potential of OER in democratizing education.

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