Pedagogical Transformation: Effects of Open Educational Resources on Teaching in Higher Institutions of Learning in Kenya

  • Beatrice Nyambura Muthanga
  • Paul Maku Gichohi
  • James Ochieng Ogalo
Keywords: Open Educational Resources; members of faculty; information resources; teaching and research, academic institutions

Abstract

OERs are viewed as providing chances to provide access to high-quality educational and informational materials globally in this age of digitization.  By enabling access to digital materials, academic institutions are utilizing the technological revolution to transform teaching and research. With the removal of financial, legal, and technical barriers, more academic institutions and faculty members are now able to access digital materials online, transforming teaching and research on a global scale. OERs have made it possible to offer accessible and free information resources for everyone in the academic setting since they are affordable and customizable. When aiming at certain audiences, the capacity to adapt and adjust material offers a significant benefit. The growing need for instructional materials and learning tools in contrast to the dire budgetary circumstances at many institutions. The purpose of this study is to review pedagogical transformation effects of Open Educational Resources on teaching in higher institutions of learning in Kenya.

Author Biographies

Beatrice Nyambura Muthanga

Department of Library and Information Studies, Kisii University, Kisii, Kenya

Paul Maku Gichohi

Department of Library and Information Studies, Kenya Methodist University, Meru, Kenya

James Ochieng Ogalo

Department of Computing Sciences, Kisii University, Kisii. Kenya

Published
2023-08-15
How to Cite
Muthanga, B., Gichohi, P., & Ogalo, J. (2023). Pedagogical Transformation: Effects of Open Educational Resources on Teaching in Higher Institutions of Learning in Kenya. International Journal of Current Aspects, 7(2), 81-90. https://doi.org/10.35942/ijcab.v7i2.336