Step 1: Introduction and Ethical Foundations (10–15 min)

• Trainer introduces the concept of Open Educational Resources (OER) — emphasizing that they are teaching materials that are free to use, adapt, and share under specific open licenses.

• Explain the difference between reuse and remix with examples (e.g., reusing an image vs. remixing two infographics).

• Discuss Creative Commons licenses (CC BY, CC BY-SA, etc.) briefly and why attribution is essential.

• Show where license information is typically located on an OER page.

Step 2: Searching for Suitable OER (20–25 min)

• Learners visit one or more repositories (OER Commons, Openverse, MERLOT).

• Trainer demonstrates a live example: search for a topic (e.g., “climate change” or “basic grammar”).

• Participants select one educational resource related to their field (e.g., a worksheet, infographic, or short article).

Checklist for learners:

• Is the content educationally relevant?

• What type of Creative Commons license does it have?

• Does the license allow modification or commercial use?

• What attribution requirements apply?

Step 3: Evaluating and Preparing the Resource (10–15 min)

• Learners review their selected material to determine what can be reused or adapted.

• Examples of adaptations:

  • Simplify text for younger learners.

  • Translate into another language.

  • Replace visuals to suit cultural context.

  • Merge two resources into a single updated version.

• Trainer guides participants to note the license type and author information for later attribution.

Step 4: Remixing the Resource (30–40 min)

• ·       Learners modify or redesign their chosen OER using Canva, Google Docs, or PowerPoint.

• ·       Trainer reminds them to follow design principles (clarity, coherence, simplicity).

• ·       Practical remix examples:

  • Add a short introductory paragraph or explanation.

  • Insert images from CC-licensed sources like Pixabay or Unsplash.

  • Adjust formatting and layout for visual appeal.

  • Include accessibility improvements (larger fonts, alt text, translated captions).

• Optional advanced step: add interactive elements via H5P or Genially if available.

Step 5: Attribution and Licensing (10–15 min)

• Once remixed, learners visit Creative Commons License Chooser to determine the correct license for their new version.

• Add a visible attribution section to the final slide or page:

• This material is adapted from “Original Title” by Author Name, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. The remix is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 by [Your Name].

• Trainer checks that all participants included a proper credit and license notice.

Step 6: Sharing and Reflection (15–20 min)

• Learners upload their remixed resource to a shared class folder or Padlet.

• Each participant briefly presents what they changed and why.

• Group discussion questions:

  • How did you ensure your remix respected copyright conditions?

  • How can remixing save time in lesson preparation?

  • What challenges did you face when interpreting licenses?

Adaptation Tips

On-site:Trainer demonstrates live how to search for OER and check licenses using a projector. Participants work individually or in small pairs on laptops, remix their chosen content, and present it to the group.

Online:The trainer demonstrates via screen sharing on Zoom/Teams. Participants work in breakout rooms, sharing links and drafts in Google Docs or Canva. Final materials are uploaded to a shared folder or Padlet for group review.

Hybrid:On-site and online participants collaborate in shared documents. The trainer moderates both spaces, ensuring remote participants can share screens and participate in presentations equally.