Research on the Practical Dilemmas and Optimization Paths of Sharing Open Educational Resources in Higher Education Institutions

DOI: https://doi.org/10.62517/jhet.202615210

Author(s)

Yulin Yin*

Affiliation(s)

School of Finance, Shandong Technology and Business University, Yantai, Shandong, China *Corresponding Author

Abstract

With the deepening of the popularization of higher education and the comprehensive promotion of educational informatization, the rational allocation and efficient utilization of open educational resources (OER) in higher education institutions have become core issues constraining the high-quality development of higher education. Constructing a scientific and sound system and mechanism for sharing OER is a key pathway to break down "information silos" and "resource barriers" among universities, optimize the allocation of educational resources, promote educational equity, and enhance the overall level of teaching and research in higher education. Based on the connotation and characteristics of OER in universities, this study systematically analyzes the problems existing in the construction of sharing systems and mechanisms both domestically and internationally. Combining the actual needs of the connotative development of higher education, it explores the construction pathways of the sharing system and mechanism from the dimensions of policy guarantee, management system, operational mechanism, technical support, and supervision and evaluation. The research aims to provide theoretical reference and practical guidance for promoting the construction of a sharing system and mechanism for OER in Chinese universities, thereby achieving the optimal allocation and efficient utilization of OER.

Keywords

Open Educational Resources; Resource Sharing; Collaborative Governance; Sharing Mindset; Compensation for Benefits

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