Some elements on this guide are remixed from the ASCCC OERI resources page and Skyline College's ZTC page.
The high cost of student textbooks is an ongoing issue, so it's well worth our time as faculty to use resources and tools that will make courses more affordable and accessible to our students. These options will increase first-day access to required course materials and save students time and money.
OER: Open Education Resources | ZTC: Zero Textbook Cost | |
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Types of Materials |
OER materials may be:
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ZTC course materials may include:
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Where to Get Help |
Getting OER Help at CSM:
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Getting ZTC Help at CSM:
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Explore OER and No-cost Resources at the CSM Library
Helpful article from Wiley Education Services outlining the steps for finding quality OER: