Why Teach with Open Course Materials?

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  • Replace expensive textbooks: Ready-to-adopt content includes text, videos, simulations, self-checks, and other interactives.
  • Choose affordability: Available at no cost to SUNY students.
  • Use better content: Continuous, data-driven improvements make OER content more effective at supporting learning.
  • Simplify access: Easy access to course materials in your LMS (Blackboard, Canvas, D2L, and Moodle).
  • Improve student outcomes: Research shows these course materials can improve academic performance, passing rates, and course completion

FOR INSTRUCTORS

  • Save time: Start with curated, outcome-aligned content and supplemental instructor resources like quiz banks, assignments, slide decks, etc.
  • Customize your course: Freedom to tailor course content to fit your learning outcomes and instructional approach.
  • Enjoy awesome support: Faculty-friendly onboarding, training, and support.
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FOR STUDENTS

  • Learn by doing: Self-checks, online homework, and other interactive tools strengthen learning.
  • Engage from day one: Avoid falling behind with access course materials from the first day of class.
  • Retain materials: Download a digital copy of course content to keep forever.
  • Become a better learner: Real-time feedback and nudges guide students on where to focus and how to improve.