NOVA is a success story where "zero textbook cost courses and degree programs started in 2012. A NOVA student can complete an A.S. degree from start to finish without having to spend their financial aid on textbooks.
This libguide also has lots of information about copyright and where to find open images.
CCCOER is a growing consortium of community and technical colleges committed to expanding access to education and increasing student success through adoption of open educational policy, practices, and resources.
There are multiple indicators which suggest that completion, quality, and affordability are the three
greatest challenges for higher education today in terms of students, student learning, and student
success. This article reports the results of a large-scale study (21,822 students)
regarding the impact of course-level faculty adoption of Open Educational Resources (OER).
A four-year university-wide study of students' e-textbook practices found that e-textbook use has increased, particularly among younger students.
The major barriers — including a student preference for print and unfamiliarity with e-textbooks — show signs of being alleviated.
Other factors related to mobile device access and pedagogically effective e-textbooks show little change over the study period.
Instructor practices have improved, but there is still room for growth, with implications for focused professional development.
The 7 Things You Should Know About... series from the EDUCAUSE Learning Initiative (ELI) provides concise information on emerging learning technologies.
