Can I use images from Pixabay?
Basics of OER
Pixabay is a well-known image platform with freely available images and videos. Unless otherwise stated, all images are licensed under the platform's own Pixabay license. This license is not associated with the CC licensing system. If you would like to use Pixabay images, please read carefully whether the use you are planning is permitted.
What are suitable or open file formats for OER?
Basics of OER
Make your educational material available in as open a file format as possible by choosing easily editable and versionable file formats when saving. This makes it easier for other teachers to reuse content. 3 criteria for open file formats are open standard, editable and versionable. Formats that fulfill all three aspects are, for example: .csv, .txt, .tex, .html, .md, .svg.
What is LiaScript?
Basics of OER
LiaScript is an open-source software for creating freely accessible online courses with interactive content (e.g. animations, quizzes, code) that can be edited together. The application can be used free of charge and is basically open to everyone. All you need to create your own courses is a browser or text editor (e.g. VS Code).
Can I use AI to generate OER content?
Basics of OER
Yes, AI can be used responsibly in the creation of OER under certain conditions. Yes, AI can be used responsibly in the creation of OER under certain conditions. AI-generated content should be checked for infringements and revised if possible. They should be marked as AI-generated, published under public domain and excluded from the open license.
Which CC licenses are suitable for OER?
Basics of OER
The Creative Commons licenses CC 0, CC BY, CC BY SA allow editing and use for any purpose and thus correspond in particular to the educational understanding of OER.
What is the difference between public domain and CC0 release?
Basics of OER
A complete waiver of copyrights, as with a public domain declaration, is not possible under German copyright law. The correct instrument is the CC Zero release, according to which only the exercise of copyrights is waived.
What do the different versions of Creative Commons licenses mean?
Basics of OER
Creative Commons licenses are constantly undergoing revision processes. This results in new license versions over time. The current version is 4.0.
Where can I find further information on CC licenses?
Basics of OER
Further information on the Creative Commons licenses can be found here.
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