a presentation by Josh Baron, Open Education Ambassador, Lumen Learning, 4/26/2017
This one-hour seminar explored how Open Educational Resources (OER) are eliminating the cost of textbooks while improving student success outcomes and empowering faculty to regain control over their instructional materials. Findings from recent research studies on the use of OER and how it impacts on content mastery, completion rates and overall success success metrics was shared along with successful strategies for scaling the adoption of OER beyond individual courses. A brief demonstration of OER customization, personalized learning and integration with Learning Management Systems was also provided.
Speaker Bio: As an Open Education Ambassador at Lumen Learning Mr. Baron works with faculty, student groups and institutional leaders on effective strategies for the adoption of Open Educational Resources (OER) at scale. Prior to his current role, Mr. Baron was Assistant Vice President for Information Technology and Digital Education at Marist College where he led the office of Academic Technology which was responsible for supporting instructional technology initiatives, including distance learning, faculty training, and student support. While at Marist he played a range of leadership roles including serving as a member of the President’s Cabinet. Mr. Baron previously served on both the Sakai Foundation and Apereo Foundation Board of Directors, including as Board Chair, and was Principle Investigator on the Open Academic Analytics Initiative (OAAI). He graduated from the University of Michigan with a BS in Aerospace Engineering, holds a MS in Educational Technology Leadership from The George Washington University and has presented at over 100 national and international conferences, including delivering a number of keynotes.
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