Making the Case: Leveraging Open Access and OER in the Promotion Process

1118 Student Innovation Center 606 Bissell Road, Ames, United States

In this workshop, faculty participants will receive guidance on how to reap the benefits of open content for the promotion and tenure process, leveraging examples from actual Iowa State P&T case packets.  These tips will be relevant for both tenure track and non-tenure track faculty at Iowa State.   Register to Attend This Event

Panel: Faculty Champions for Affordable Course Materials

1118 Student Innovation Center 606 Bissell Road, Ames, United States

In this panel presentation, faculty will share their experiences using affordable materials in their courses. Participants will leave this event with examples of how they can effectively utilize no- and low-cost materials and a pathway toward making their classes more engaging for all students.   Register to Attend This Event

Free Textbooks and More! A Guide to OER for Instructors

Webinar

In this hands-on workshop, instructors will get an introduction to open educational resources (OER), free instructional materials that you can adapt to fit your course's needs.   Register to Attend This Event

Panel: OER Trailblazers Share their Stories

2630 Memorial Union 2229 Lincoln Way, Ames, United States

In this panel presentation, instructors who have done innovative work with open educational resources (OER) will present on their experience using these free course materials. As the panelists discuss the different approaches they have taken to their work, the audience will have opportunities to ask questions and reflect on their own teaching practices.   Register […]

Copyright in the Classroom: Support for Instructors

Webinar

In this workshop, representatives from the University Library and University counsel will use real-life scenarios to help you navigate copyright concerns related to teaching.   Register to Attend This Event 

Top Hat Fall Refresh

Webinar

Energize your teaching for the upcoming term with Top Hat's Fall Refresh webinar series! Gain insights from fellow educators on using evidence-based teaching strategies and interactive content to boost student engagement. Learn how to integrate AI tools ethically and effectively, create dynamic lectures, and design your own course materials. Whether you're new to Top Hat […]