OER Talk @ CU Boulder

Tackling the Textbook Crisis: The Role of Open Educational Resources and Affordable Course Materials

Education

@txtbks | sparcopen.org
the status quo
is broken

Consumer Prices 2006–2016
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Textbooks
Tuition & Fees
All Items

Average Estimated Undergraduate
Budgets, 2016-17
Source: College Board
Books & Supplies = $1,200+

@txtbks | sparcopen.org
“the straw that broke
the camel’s back”

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5 major
publishers hold
nearly 90% of
the market
Source: Turning the Page by James Koch
Near-Monopoly

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2 in 3
Students say they decided against
buying a textbook because the cost
is too high
Source: Student PIRGs

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1 in 2
Students say they have at some
point taken fewer courses due to the
cost of textbooks
Source: Florida Virtual Campus

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<1 in 2
Students purchase a current edition
of their textbook
Source: Book Industry Study Group

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students cannot learn
from books they can’t
afford

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we can do better

Sound Bite:
“OER are educational materials
that are distributed at no cost
with permission for everyone to
freely use, share, and build upon
the content.”

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OPEN
EDUCATIONAL
RESOURCES

OPEN
Free + Permissions
Retain
Reuse
Revise
Remix
Redistribute
5Rs

open licensing system
www.creativecommons.org

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most open
All Rights
Reserved©
most
closed
OER
5R permissions
retain, reuse, revise,
remix, redistribute

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tour of the
OER space

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why does
it matter?

openedgroup.org/review
academic research showing
the impact of OER vs.
traditional materials

12 percentage point
increase in student
success measure

"This launched us in to a new
direction, allowing us to be
creative and unfettered in
developing course materials that
would meet the needs of the
students at our respective
colleges and that could also
be…freely and widely
distributed.”
Prof. Howard Miller
Mercy College

tcc.edu/academics/degrees/textbook-free
Open resources in every
single course, reduces
cost of degree 20%,
increases completion

“Thanks to the Z-Degree program
I didn’t have to choose between
continuing my education or getting
braces for my daughter”
- Melissa Koch, TCC Student

$1.3 million in student
savings by working with
faculty to adopt free & open
resources

I wanted my students to gain hands on experience
managing a project… So I asked my students to
engage in a very large scale revise / remix project.”
- @opencontent

@txtbks | sparcopen.org
(1) when you can
share, do share

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(2) change the default:
consider OER first,
then other options

using OER in 1 course per year could
save US students
$1.42
billion
Source: Student PIRGs

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(3) support faculty to
adopt, adapt, and
create OER

@txtbks | sparcopen.org
(4) use “open” to
achieve your
mission

“…our goal at CU Boulder is to directly affect
Colorado communities through collaborative
research, innovation and entrepreneurship. Our
faculty, staff and students work with the broader
community to establish unique connections that
have lasting outcomes—both across Colorado
and around the world. ”

Nicole Allen
nicole@sparcopen.org
@txtbks | @sparc_na
www.sparcopen.org

This document discusses open educational resources (OER) as an alternative to traditional textbooks. It notes that the textbook market is dominated by a handful of major publishers, leading to high costs for students. On average, students spend over $1,200 per year on books and supplies. This has resulted in many students choosing not to purchase required textbooks or purchasing older editions. The document introduces OER as free and openly licensed educational materials that can be retained, reused, revised, remixed and redistributed. It provides examples of major OER initiatives from organizations like MIT, the OER Commons and OpenStax. The presenter advocates for OER as a way to reduce costs and ensure students have access to learning materials.

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OER: Reducing Costs, Expanding Access, Improving Pedagogy

This document discusses open educational resources (OER) and their benefits. It notes that OER can help reduce costs for students by providing free or low-cost textbooks and course materials. Adopting OER can also expand access to education by making resources available to any student with an internet connection. The document also argues that OER can improve pedagogy by allowing for more hands-on and collaborative learning experiences for students. Examples of open education projects and initiatives are provided to support these points.

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This document discusses open education and open access. It notes that open education resources (OER) are educational materials that can be freely downloaded, edited, and shared. OER are licensed to allow reuse, revision, remixing, and redistribution. Adopting, adapting, and creating OER can help lower costs for students while maintaining or improving educational outcomes. Open education is a means to make knowledge more accessible and affordable for all.

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This document discusses open education in the United States. It notes that the US education publishing market is worth $16.6 billion and textbook prices have increased 411% since 1987. It states that US students owe over $1.3 trillion in student debt and 2 in 3 students decide against buying textbooks due to high costs. Open educational resources are freely accessible digital materials that can be legally used and modified. The document provides examples of open education initiatives in Washington state, Utah, Michigan, and for higher education that aim to reduce costs and improve learning through openly licensed educational materials.

Open Education: Reducing Costs, Expanding Access, Improving Pedagogy

This document discusses the high costs of textbooks and the potential for open educational resources (OER) to reduce costs and improve education. It notes that textbook costs have risen much faster than overall consumer prices and strain student budgets. OER offer free and flexible alternatives through the "5Rs" of being retained, reused, revised, remixed and redistributed. Several examples of OER initiatives that have saved students millions of dollars or improved pedagogy are provided. The presentation encourages support and adoption of OER through sharing, considering them first in course materials selection, supporting faculty, and making open education part of the institutional mission.

This document discusses the high cost of textbooks and the potential for open educational resources (OER) to provide more affordable alternatives. It notes that the 5 major textbook publishers control nearly 90% of the market, limiting competition and driving up prices. As a result, many students opt not to purchase required textbooks or purchase older editions. The document then introduces OER, which are open-licensed educational materials that can be freely reused, revised, remixed, and redistributed. It provides examples of open educational websites and resources and encourages readers to adopt, adapt, and create OER when possible to increase access and affordability of educational content.

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This document appears to be a slide presentation about open educational resources (OER) and their potential to help address the rising costs of textbooks and other course materials. Some key points made in the presentation include: - Textbook prices have risen 812% since 1978, far outpacing inflation rates for other goods. Many students cannot afford required textbooks. - OER are freely available teaching and learning materials that can be legally reused and adapted. Their use can help lower costs for students while improving learning outcomes. - Studies have found higher grades and completion rates among students using OER instead of traditional textbooks in some courses. More research is still needed. - Ways individuals and institutions can support OER adoption include making

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kcangial

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Sacred Heart University Open Educational Resources Summary R

digitallearningSHU

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Open Textbook Workshop at UTA

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This document discusses making open educational resources (OER) the default in higher education in order to lower costs and improve education. It notes that while affordability is important, it is not enough, and that openness provides freedom and flexibility through its permissions. The document outlines challenges in ensuring diversity, equity and inclusion with OER and preventing new problems from emerging with technology and data usage. It argues that open should be made the default in order to fulfill institutions' missions and put students first.

Open Education Leadership: National Trends & Best Practices

This talk takes a step back into the national perspective on open education policy, practice, and emergent trends that will impact the future of this work in Colorado and beyond. We will cover the latest developments in federal legislation and funding, what kinds of initiatives are happening in other states, and some of the key strategic challenges ahead. It also offers concrete tools and best practices to support leadership and effective advocacy for open education to benefit students.

Policy and Advocacy in Open Education | #NESummit2019

This document discusses open education policy and advocacy. It begins by providing statistics on the high cost of textbooks for students and the near-monopoly of major publishers. It then outlines the growth of open educational resources (OER) and open licensing. Several examples of state and institutional OER policies are presented, which aim to reduce costs and improve access to education. The document emphasizes that OER policy is only effective if implemented and supported by stakeholders across higher education institutions and states. Advocacy efforts should engage students, faculty, administrators, libraries and others.

OER 101 | #NEOERSummit2019

This document defines and discusses open educational resources (OER). It provides three definitions of OER - from the Hewlett Foundation, UNESCO, and in plain language. It explains that OER are teaching, learning and research materials that are freely available, can be edited and shared. The document outlines the 5R permissions for OER - retain, reuse, revise, remix, redistribute. It provides examples of open educational resources and initiatives. It notes that 13% of faculty are currently using OER. The document also distinguishes what open educational resources are and are not, such as just being affordable or CC licensed materials.

#NCLIVEOPEN | Open Education Leadership

This document summarizes Nicole Allen's presentation on open education and leadership in aligning practices with values. It discusses the rising cost of textbooks over time, the open education movement beginning in 2005, and the growth of open educational resources (OER) through initiatives at universities. It notes challenges from publishers and opportunities for libraries and states to support OER. The presentation concludes by arguing leaders should make the future open to realize goals like inclusive, collaborative education and minimizing barriers to learning.

Holding the Line on Open in an Evolving Landscape

This document summarizes the evolution of open educational resources (OER) over the past 10 years. It notes that textbook prices have risen 150% while overall consumer prices only rose 25%, forcing many students to do without textbooks. It celebrates the growth of OER and open licensing but cautions that commercial publishers are increasingly co-opting the OER model. It argues that the academic community must thoughtfully decide how to support OER to ensure students' needs are prioritized and control over academic content is maintained.

OER 101 Pre-Conference @ Effordability Summit 2019

This document outlines the agenda and goals for an OER advocacy workshop. The workshop aims to help participants understand OER, identify key stakeholders and their perspectives, develop communication strategies, and begin formulating an action plan. The agenda includes an introduction to OER, a discussion of stakeholder views, developing elevator pitches to advocate for OER, and addressing challenges. The goal is for participants to commit to concrete next steps to benefit students through OER on their own campuses.

Open Education: Putting Students First

This document discusses the high costs of traditional college textbooks and the rise of open educational resources (OER) as an alternative. It notes that textbook prices have risen much faster than overall consumer prices and that many students opt not to purchase textbooks due to high costs. The document introduces OER, which are open-licensed educational materials that can be freely used, shared, and adapted. It provides examples of OER initiatives and research showing their impact. The document argues that widespread adoption of OER could help make higher education more affordable and accessible while aligning practices with values of openness. It calls for building community around OER, realigning incentives to encourage OER creation, and thinking bigger about open education's potential.

XULA OER Advocacy Workshop

This document outlines an advocacy workshop for open educational resources (OER) at Xavier University. It includes sections on defining advocacy, stakeholder engagement, advocacy strategy, and developing elevator pitches. Attendees are asked to introduce themselves and their interest in OER advocacy. The document then discusses identifying problems with the current educational resources system and how OER provides a solution. It provides guidance on setting goals for advocacy efforts and choosing strategies and tactics to persuade stakeholders to support OER adoption and use. Communication tips are offered, and a framework is given for constructing an effective elevator pitch about OER.

#AZOER19 | Open Education: Past, Present, Future

This document discusses the past, present, and future of open education. It notes that the cost of textbooks has risen dramatically compared to overall consumer prices, limiting students' access to education. Open educational resources (OER) provide a free and open alternative to traditional textbooks. Their use is growing, though traditional publishers are also entering the space. Moving forward, the document argues that open education must align with open values of free reuse and remixing of content to maximize benefits for students.

#OELS18 | Thinking Bigger about Open

#OERMHEC | OER Policy and Implementation

This document summarizes Nicole Allen's presentation on open educational resources (OER) policy and implementation. It discusses the high costs of textbooks for students and the near-monopoly of major publishers. It promotes OER which are free and permissioned educational resources that can be retained, reused, revised, remixed and redistributed. The presentation outlines strategies for states and institutions to promote OER adoption, including removing barriers, incentivizing use, and potentially mandating OER. It notes challenges in ensuring OER remain truly open and do not become proprietary.

OER Policy National Overview

This document provides an overview of open educational resources (OER) policy at the national, state, and local levels. It discusses: 1) Changes in state funding for higher education that have increased costs for students. OER can help reduce costs. 2) National policy developments that support OER, including a $2 billion workforce grant program requiring open licensing. 3) Types of state OER policies that have been implemented, such as grant programs, course designation, and task forces. 4) The importance of including stakeholders and understanding how policy definitions and language can impact policy goals and outcomes.

Connect OER: Mapping Trends and Collective Impact in North American Higher Ed

This document summarizes trends in open educational resources (OER) programs in North American higher education. It finds that OER programs primarily focus on adoption and awareness strategies. Library departments and subjects like psychology and sociology have seen the most engagement with OER. While OER use is growing, issues around inclusive access and paid content behind paywalls posing as OER remain concerns in the field.

Big Wins and Next Steps: This Year OER Policy

This document summarizes recent developments in open educational resources (OER) policy at the federal and state levels. It outlines federal support for OER through legislation like the Affordable College Textbook Act and grants promoting open textbooks. Several states have also passed OER policies, including Colorado, Texas, Virginia, and Connecticut. The document defines key OER terms and lists resources for tracking state OER policies. It concludes by noting trends in OER adoption in K-12 education.

#OESS18 | Holding the Line on Open in an Evolving Course Content Landscape

The open educational resources (OER) movement has grown considerably in the past decade. With this growth, we have seen new players enter the open education space from commercial publishers to learning platform companies. The entrance of these new players into the space is part of a larger shift in the course materials market as technology has changed both access to knowledge and the way students learn. New actors are putting considerable pressure on institutions to purchase new platforms and suites of materials below market price that often contain OER. Some of these platforms for delivery are part of a larger model often called “inclusive access” or “digital discount” programs. These new models and products beg the question, “what is actually best for students?” Providing open educational resources to students without barriers is truly the best way to ensure students have access to the materials they need. How do we make smart decisions on content and content delivery with changing technology and new actors in the OER space? This session will outline existing and new players in the OER movement and discuss strategies for choosing content delivery models.

#OERvisionaction18 Workshop: Open Education Leadership

This document summarizes an OER leadership workshop that focused on defining OER leadership, stakeholder engagement, and developing effective communication strategies. The workshop involved participants introducing themselves and their interest in OER, discussing how to engage various stakeholders like faculty, students, and administrators in OER adoption, and practicing elevator pitches that highlight the benefits of OER in solving problems using facts, keeping messages simple, and connecting to institutional missions. The goal was to help participants develop voices and strategies to advance OER initiatives on their campuses through stakeholder outreach and effective communication.

#NEOERsummit18 OER Advocacy Workshop

This document outlines strategies for advocating for open educational resources (OER). It discusses defining advocacy and finding your voice as an advocate. It also covers identifying stakeholders and how to engage them by addressing their problems and needs with OER solutions. The document provides guidance on outlining the problem, proposed solution, goals, strategies and tactics for advocacy. It emphasizes the importance of setting specific, measurable goals and choosing advocacy approaches based on the level of change needed. Communication tips are offered, such as knowing your audience and focusing on why OER matters rather than just what it is. The document concludes with suggestions for constructing an effective elevator pitch to advocate for OER.

#NEOERsummit18 Communicating Open: Policy & Advocacy in Open Education