OER Evaluator

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OER Evaluator

The goal of this tool is to help you evaluate the usability of an OER that is under consideration. To use, select the appropriate yes/no response for each question in the form. Select only one response per line. When you have selected all responses, the graph will indicate the level of usability for each factor. You can also download the OER Evaluator PDF.

Please note: This tool is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for legal advice. A resource may be considered very usable and still require additional considerations before use. If you have questions or concerns about reuse, open licensing, or permissions please consult with a qualified lawyer.

Accuracy and Relevance  Yes   Unsure   No 
Is the Information in the resource accurate?
Is the information in the resource relevant to current conversation?
Does the resource present the topic completely without leaving out major ideas?
Does the resource support objectives or learning outcomes for the course?
Is the resource free of typos and grammatical errors?
Accessibility and Accommodations  Yes   Unsure   No 
Does the audio and video content contain transcriptions or accurate captions?
Do images contain alt text, long descriptions, or accurate captions?
Is the resource screen-reader accessible?
Are titles, headers, sub-headers, and text styles used for easy section identification?
Does the material use color combinations that provide sufficient contrast?
Quality and Functionality  Yes   Unsure   No 
Is the content presented in an easy to understand and navigate format?
Does the resource follow Universal Design practices to promote learning?
Is any included sound, image, or video of high quality?
Does the resource allow students to test their learning or knowledge?
Is the resource presented or distributed in a common or familiar format?
Copyright and Permissions  Yes   Unsure   No 
Has the author waived all copyright permissions? (PD or CC0 license = YES)
Does the resource require attribution? (BY attribution = YES)
Does the resource allow for commercial use? (NC attribution = NO)
Does the resource allow derivatives? (ND attribution = NO)
Does the resource require a Share-Alike license? (SA attribution = YES)

Weak Usability    Image of multicolor arrows pointing to the right    Strong Usability

 

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Download OER Evaluator Source Files. You can also download the OER Evaluator PDF.

  • Last Updated Jul 20, 2020
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  • Answered By Jennifer Harris

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