Value Beyond Cost Savings: Unlocking Diversity, Equity and Inclusion with Open Educational Resources
Channel: UNCLibraries
Date: 2024-03-27

A webinar presented by the University of Northern Colorado Scholarly Communication Department

Speaker: Nancy A. Henke -- Textbook Affordability Librarian, University of Northern Colorado Libraries
Moderator: Stephanie Wiegand -- Scholarly Publishing Librarian, University of Norther Colorado Libraries

Session Description:
The cost savings offered by the use of Open Educational Resources (OER) have garnered significant attention. As free teaching, learning, and research materials, OER reduce financial barriers to education by eliminating textbook costs. However, fewer people are aware that OER also contribute to a more inclusive learning environment. This session explores the value of OER beyond financial benefits, delving into how OER, as free and accessible resources, play a role in building an inclusive educational landscape. From embracing diverse perspectives in content creation to providing the opportunity to tailor course materials to students’ specific needs, this presentation uncovers the many ways that OER can contribute to equity in education.

Supplemental materials, including PowerPoint slides available at https://digscholarship.unco.edu/workshops/5/ 

Websites of Interest: 
Open Educational Resources Research Guide: https://libguides.unco.edu/OER
Affordable and Open Educational Resources Committee: https://libguides.unco.edu/OERcommittee
Workshops https://libguides.unco.edu/workshops

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Scholarly Communication; Open Educational Resources; OER; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; DEI; Open Pedagogy; UNCO