About this Resource

This resource was designed to simplify the incorporation of copyright-protected elements in an OER that lack an open licence. This resource provides OER creators with pages that they may link to in their attribution statements when using materials these types of materials. Our hope is that these linked pages will clarify how certain works may be shared or adapted by other users.

This resource is a work in progress and will be continually updated. The content within this resource is not intended as legal advice. This resource is one of a series of resources to support the development of OER at Fanshawe. See our other publications below.

Fanshawe OER Development Guide: for Authors

A companion to this guide, the OER Development Guide is aimed at supporting educators and content creators working with Fanshawe’s OER Design Studio to create, adapt, and share high-quality open educational materials.

A six-module introduction to open educational resources. This is the place to start if you are new to OER.

The Journey to Open is a resource cataloging the development and implementation of Fanshawe College’s Open Educational Resource initiative.

Accessibility Statement

We are actively committed to increasing the accessibility and usability of the textbooks we produce. Every attempt has been made to make this OER accessible to all learners and is compatible with assistive and adaptive technologies. We have attempted to provide closed captions, alternative text, or multiple formats for on-screen and offline access.

The web version of this resource has been designed to meet Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.0, level AA. In addition, it follows all guidelines in Appendix A: Checklist for Accessibility of the Accessibility Toolkit – 2nd Edition.

In addition to the web version, additional files are available in several file formats, including PDF, EPUB (for eReaders), and MOBI (for Kindles).

If you have problems accessing this resource, please contact us at oer@fanshawec.ca.

Please include the following information:

  • The location of the problem by providing a web address or page description
  • A description of the problem
  • The computer, software, browser, and any assistive technology you are using that can help us diagnose and solve your issue (e.g., Windows 10, Google Chrome (Version 65.0.3325.181), NVDA screen reader)

Feedback

Please share any feedback you have about this guide with us at oer@fanshawec.ca

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