David Wylie (author)

David Wylie is a Canadian academic, open education advocate, and author. He is primarily known for his work in the field of open educational resources (OER) and open pedagogy.

Wylie holds a PhD in Instructional Psychology and Technology from Brigham Young University. He has held faculty positions at Utah State University and Brigham Young University, among others. His research focuses on the design, implementation, and impact of OER.

Wylie is the founder of Lumen Learning, an organization that provides affordable course materials and supports institutions in adopting OER. Lumen Learning is notable for its use of OER courseware and its commitment to improving student learning outcomes.

He is the author of numerous articles and books on open education, including works that explore the pedagogical and economic benefits of OER. His work advocates for broader access to educational materials and encourages instructors to adapt and improve resources to better meet the needs of their students. He is a frequent speaker and consultant on topics related to open education.