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H. K. Dharam Singh et al. · Empowering educators through the authentic experience of

creating open educational resources - Open University Malaysia (OUM), Malaysia

OUM, like any other ODL university, is designed to provide access to
education for individuals, irrespective of their geographical location, pace, or time

constraints. OUM o ers learning materials and resources online, allowing students

to study at their own pace and from any location with internet access. OER plays a
critical role in ODL, allowing students to access quality educational resources

without any financial barriers, thereby promoting equity and access to education.

One of the main benefits of the BUKA project at OUM is that it provides
academics with the necessary tools and knowledge to develop OER, leading to a

more inclusive and diverse range of resources for students. The project also fosters
a culture of knowledge-sharing and collaboration. With OER, educators are not

only able to share their knowledge and expertise with their students but also with
other educators, thereby contributing to the overall improvement of teaching and

learning in ODL institutions.

Moreover, the development of OER also o ers an opportunity for educators
to innovate in their teaching and learning practices. With OER, educators can

create new teaching resources that cater to the learning needs of their students,
resulting in a more personalised and engaging learning experience. Additionally,

OER can also be adapted and reused by other educators, leading to the continuous

improvement of teaching and learning in ODL institutions.
The focus of the OUM BUKA pilot project on inclusive ID and LA in ODL is

essential in creating high-quality teaching and learning materials that can be
easily adapted to the learning needs of di erent students. The development of OER

plays a crucial role in promoting equity and access to education, as it allows

students to access quality educational resources without any financial barriers.
With the BUKA project, educators at ODL institutions are equipped with the

necessary tools and strategies to develop OER, leading to a more inclusive and
diverse range of resources for students by improving their learning experiences.

Methodology

The OUM pilot capacity-building programme applied a case study approach and
the target population was the full-time academic sta within the institution. The

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