Learning, Consultation & Support 

  University Library Resource Scavenger Hunt

Task: Imagine you’re planning to integrate open educational resources (OER) into your course.

  • Identify one resource you would need help finding in the library (e.g., an open textbook, creative commons materials).
  • Think about one question you’d ask the Libraries OER team to better understand open licensing or adapting resources for your class.

University Libraries: Supporting Faculty in Open Educational Practices

The University Libraries offers dedicated support for faculty interested in open educational practices (OEP). A team of expert librarians is here to guide you through the world of open education and help you transform your teaching practices.

Meet the OER Leads:

Contact , , or for personalized guidance on integrating OEP into your courses.

How the Libraries Can Support You as Faculty

  • Discover Open 91´«Ã½:
    Find high-quality, openly licensed resources for your teaching and learning needs.
  • Understand Open Licensing:
    Learn how Creative Commons licenses work and how to apply them effectively in your course materials.
  • Adopt and Adapt OER:
    Incorporate open resources into your course content or customize existing materials to fit your teaching goals.
  • Create New Open 91´«Ã½:
    Get support in developing your own OER, from course materials to complete textbooks.
  • Explore Open Pedagogy:
    Dive into student-centered approaches, such as co-creating resources with learners or designing assignments with real-world applications.
  • Build a Community:
    Connect with other educators who are passionate about open education and share best practices.

Additional 91´«Ã½

The Libraries provide a wealth of tools and information to help you navigate OEP. Explore their guides to learn more about:

  • Open educational resources (OER)
  • Creative Commons licensing
  • Open pedagogy principles
  • Examples of campus educators using open practices
Start Your Journey Today and Join a Growing Community of Open Educators!
Visit the or reach out to the OER Leads to get started.

Further Reading & 91´«Ã½:

  Allen, N. (2018, October 12). . SPARC. 

  Cronin, C. (2017). . The International Review of Research in Open and Distributed Learning, 18(5). 

  Cronin, C., & MacLaren, I. (2018). Conceptualising OEP: A review of theoretical and empirical literature in Open Educational Practices. Open Praxis, 10(2), 127–143.

  DeRosa, R., & Jhangiani, R. (2017). Open pedagogy. In E.  Mays (Ed.), . 

  Ehlers, U.-D. (2011). Extending the Territory: From Open Educational 91´«Ã½ to Open Educational Practices. Journal of Open Flexible and Distance Learning, 15(2), 1–10.

  Florida Virtual Campus. (2018). 2018 Student Textbook and Course Materials Survey (p. 4). Office of Distance Learning & Student Services.

  Ruth, D. (2018). . OpenStax. 

  Seaman, J., & Seaman, J. (2018). . Babson Survey Research Group.

  UNESCO. (2002). . 

  UNESCO. (2019). . United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization.