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Key ideas and connections from the sample lecture.
1. Lecture objective
After this lecture you should understandWhat open educational resources are and why libraries and universities play a key role in sharing them.
2. Key concepts
Open resources: Educational materials shared without legal or financial barriers, usually under Creative Commons licenses.
Repository: A digital archive where a university collects and shares publications and teaching materials.
3. How it connects
The role of institutionsLibraries maintain repositories, ensure metadata quality and help lecturers publish materials openly.
4. Why it matters
Open resources level the playing field for students and lower the cost of studying.



