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 Resources:
    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 Resources:
    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 Resources

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 & Resources:

  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 Resources 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.