Open and Affordable Course Materials Convening

The UWM Libraries invite instructors to a practical conversation designed to help faculty identify, adopt, and manage course materials that reduce student costs while supporting teaching and learning goals. This session will explore the full range of options available through the UWM Libraries, including open textbooks, open educational resources (OER), and library-licensed e-books. Attendees will learn from UWM students about the impact of textbook affordability on their academic success.  

Session Topics:

• The role of open and affordable textbooks at UWM with Michael Dolyen (UWM Libraries) and Natasha Jankowski (Center for Advancing Student Learning)

• Open textbooks and OER: finding and selecting open content with Kristin Woodward (UWM Libraries) 

• “eCATS”: Affordable course materials available through library collections with Marion Archer (UWM Libraries)
• UWM student panel: The impact of textbook affordability on academic success 

UWM instructors who are interested in attending should RSVP before Nov. 30.

This event is sponsored by the Office of the Provost.