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Learn how OER can benefit students in terms of cost, access, and engagement. Explore reasons and strategies for incorporating OER in English and literature courses. Engage in a conversation on OER with practical tips and resources.
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A Disciplinary Approach to OER Search and Adoption Trish Nelson English/Learning Resource Center College of Alameda pnelson@peralta.edu
Why I Converted to OER Students Cost Phone Printing Access Untethered ESL DSPS Engagement Currency of materials Me Reasons and excuses Self-actualization Copying and carrying Forgetfulness Availability of materials Breadth and depth Flexibility/change A conversation with Andrew and a new perspective on an old assignment
OER in the Classroom • English 1A: Composition and Reading • English 201AB: Preparation for Composition and Reading • English 30A: Introduction to American Literature I • LRNRE 502: Tutor Training
A Few of My Favorite Things • MERLOT II: https://www.merlot.org/merlot/index.htm • OER Commons: https://www.oercommons.org/ • Cool 4 ED: http://www.cool4ed.org/ • Project Gutenberg: http://www.gutenberg.org/ • PBS: https://www.pbslearningmedia.org/ • Documenting the American South: http://docsouth.unc.edu/ • Library of Congress: https://www.loc.gov/ • GOOGLE!