Technology
Adapting Open Educational Resources for Culturally Responsive Pedagogy
Quick fact
Adapting an OER for cultural responsiveness is not just about content substitution; it often requires rethinking the entire approach to assessment and activity design. For example, shifting from individualistic problem-solving to collaborative approaches that reflect communal values can dramatically increase participation and learning for some cultural groups.
Why this is interesting
You found a free textbook online, but do its examples and stories reflect your students' lives? What if you could rearrange it to make every learner feel seen?