We are excited to announce an all-day workshop on Open Educational Resources (OER), organized by the University Library’s OER team and sponsored by the Idea Committee.
Save the Date: February 9, 2024 | 9:00 AM - 3:45 PM
Venue: Shannon (Main) Library, Room 323
Join us for a day of exploration into the world of OER. This workshop is designed to provide staff and faculty with practical, hands-on experience in locating, using, and crafting OER to make course materials affordable and relevant and to enhance the open learning ecosystem.
What's on the Agenda?
Mastering the Basics: Understand the fundamentals of OER and open pedagogy.
Real-World Insights: Hear from faculty with first-hand experience in integrating OER into their curriculum.
Statewide Synergy: Learn about the broader context through our partnership with VIVA, Virginia's academic library consortium.
Accessibility Focus: Apply principles of universal design for learning to ensure your resources are accessible to all.
Legal Know-How: Navigate the legalities surrounding the use of and contribution to OER.
Creating and Sharing: Review authoring tools and platforms, including LIBRA, our institutional repository.
Perks of Participation:
Complimentary Catering: Enjoy lunch and refreshments on us.
Collaborative Environment: Engage with guest speakers and colleagues.
Create and Contribute: Develop your own OER during the workshop.
To ensure a cohesive and comprehensive experience, we encourage participants to attend for the full duration of the workshop.
Registration is now open! Be a part of this pivotal movement towards a more open and collaborative educational future.