Fwd: [Openkpu] Textbooks too pricey? How does free sound?
Congratulations to KPU- the first Zed Cred program in Canada! From: "Caroline Daniels" <Caroline.Daniels(a)kpu.ca> To: "Openkpu" <openkpu(a)mail.bccampus.ca> Sent: Wednesday, November 1, 2017 11:02:35 AM Subject: [Openkpu] Textbooks too pricey? How does free sound? This is very exciting new for Open Studies at KPU! Congrats to all of you who were so involved in getting this off the ground! FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 1, 2017 KPU unveils sweet suite of courses with no-cost textbooks Metro Vancouver, B.C. – Students at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) are about to save thousands of dollars on their education, thanks to dozens of courses that don’t require expensive, commercial textbooks. Launched Nov. 1, the courses are part of KPU’s Zed Cred program, which is the first of its kind in Canada. The "Z" in Zed Cred refers to zero textbook costs and the “Cred” refers to an entire degree program, in this case KPU’s certificate of arts credential. “Even a single textbook can cost well over $100, which means a student can spend thousands of dollars on textbooks on top of the cost of tuition during their post-secondary career,” said Dr. Rajiv Jhangiani, a university teaching fellow in open studies and psychology instructor. KPU has launched close to 50 courses in the Faculty of Arts that use either free open textbooks or free library materials that are available online. Third-year KPU psychology student Bethany Borkowski is already planning to take three Zed Cred courses in counselling psychology, sociology, and journalism. Borkowski estimates she’s spent about $700 on textbooks to date, despite buying mostly old and used editions. “The high cost of textbooks limits university learning to those who have accessibility and the financial resources available to cover additional costs,” says Borkowski. “ I know many people who do not buy textbooks because of the cost, and they miss out on valuable information for a course.” In fact, Jhangiani recently published his research showing that 54 per cent of BC post-secondary students do not purchase at least one of their required course textbooks because of cost. The introduction of Zed Cred means Borkowski will no longer have to guess what page an instructor is referring to due to differences in their respective textbook editions, she’ll have access to her materials anywhere, and she won’t have to carry any heavy tomes around with her. Borkowski says open educational resources also make courses much more engaging. “Instead of just reading from a textbook, we had access to more resources online through hyperlinks in the text and suggested readings from the instructor.” KPU’s Zed Cred was made possible thanks to a $35,000 grant from BCcampus to adopt and adapt pre-existing free online open education resources as well as create new ones. KPU also received an Open Education Resource Grant, which matches BCcampus funding with KPU funding for creating new open textbooks, redesigning existing resources, and providing workshops, training and other support services. KPU is already the leading institutional adopter of open textbooks in B.C. “KPU is a proudly open access university,” notes Dr. Diane Purvey, dean of the Faculty of Arts. “Zed Cred is in complete alignment with our mission to create pathways to enable all learners to become successful.” For more information, visit [ http://link.email.dynect.net/link.php?DynEngagement=true&H=w8Bl7ZSLqC%2BFFEF... | http://www.kpu.ca/arts/zedcred ] . About Kwantlen Polytechnic University Kwantlen Polytechnic University has served the Metro Vancouver region since 1981, and has opened doors to success for more than 200,000 learners. Four campuses—Richmond, Surrey, Cloverdale and Langley—offer a comprehensive range of sought-after programs in business, liberal arts, design, health, science and horticulture, trades and technology, and academic and career advancement. Over 19,000 students annually have a choice from over 120 programs, including bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees, diplomas, certificates, citations and apprenticeships. Learn more at [ http://link.email.dynect.net/link.php?DynEngagement=true&H=w8Bl7ZSLqC%2BFFEF... | kpu.ca ] . 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Congrats Rajiv, BCcampus, KPU and all those involved! On Wed, Nov 1, 2017 at 11:24 AM, Amanda Coolidge <acoolidge(a)bccampus.ca> wrote:
Congratulations to KPU- the first Zed Cred program in Canada!
------------------------------ *From: *"Caroline Daniels" <Caroline.Daniels(a)kpu.ca> *To: *"Openkpu" <openkpu(a)mail.bccampus.ca> *Sent: *Wednesday, November 1, 2017 11:02:35 AM *Subject: *[Openkpu] Textbooks too pricey? How does free sound?
This is very exciting new for Open Studies at KPU! Congrats to all of you who were so involved in getting this off the ground!
*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE* November 1, 2017
*KPU unveils sweet suite of courses with no-cost textbooks*
*Metro Vancouver, B.C.* – Students at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) are about to save thousands of dollars on their education, thanks to dozens of courses that don’t require expensive, commercial textbooks.
Launched Nov. 1, the courses are part of KPU’s Zed Cred program, which is the first of its kind in Canada. The "Z" in Zed Cred refers to zero textbook costs and the “Cred” refers to an entire degree program, in this case KPU’s certificate of arts credential.
“Even a single textbook can cost well over $100, which means a student can spend thousands of dollars on textbooks on top of the cost of tuition during their post-secondary career,” said Dr. Rajiv Jhangiani, a university teaching fellow in open studies and psychology instructor.
KPU has launched close to 50 courses in the Faculty of Arts that use either free open textbooks or free library materials that are available online.
Third-year KPU psychology student Bethany Borkowski is already planning to take three Zed Cred courses in counselling psychology, sociology, and journalism. Borkowski estimates she’s spent about $700 on textbooks to date, despite buying mostly old and used editions.
“The high cost of textbooks limits university learning to those who have accessibility and the financial resources available to cover additional costs,” says Borkowski. “I know many people who do not buy textbooks because of the cost, and they miss out on valuable information for a course.”
In fact, Jhangiani recently published his research showing that 54 per cent of BC post-secondary students do not purchase at least one of their required course textbooks because of cost.
The introduction of Zed Cred means Borkowski will no longer have to guess what page an instructor is referring to due to differences in their respective textbook editions, she’ll have access to her materials anywhere, and she won’t have to carry any heavy tomes around with her.
Borkowski says open educational resources also make courses much more engaging.
“Instead of just reading from a textbook, we had access to more resources online through hyperlinks in the text and suggested readings from the instructor.”
KPU’s Zed Cred was made possible thanks to a $35,000 grant from BCcampus to adopt and adapt pre-existing free online open education resources as well as create new ones.
KPU also received an Open Education Resource Grant, which matches BCcampus funding with KPU funding for creating new open textbooks, redesigning existing resources, and providing workshops, training and other support services.
KPU is already the leading institutional adopter of open textbooks in B.C.
“KPU is a proudly open access university,” notes Dr. Diane Purvey, dean of the Faculty of Arts. “Zed Cred is in complete alignment with our mission to create pathways to enable all learners to become successful.”
For more information, visit http://www.kpu.ca/arts/zedcred <http://link.email.dynect.net/link.php?DynEngagement=true&H=w8Bl7ZSLqC%2BFFEF9P0XN9HJB14ltnTgt2r4zKtmGsiA5bfE55aykH69nbHfdRfJtkICb763R3hyZnO9yF9ZjvSY5NlYSAY4RCtY2AJHI8XKuJ5L0Qabimvc6BkOOnvkh&G=0&R=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kpu.ca%2Farts%2Fzedcred&I=20171101174646.000001150faa%40mail6-51-ussnn1&X=MHwxMDQ2NzU4OjU5ZmEwODgxNmJhNGY3NGYxOGQ3MTBkNjs%3D&S=yPDsgdyiMwqnqyV8AAw_WBcu_yWQs2PjEnqmWg39YYU> .
*About Kwantlen Polytechnic University* *Kwantlen Polytechnic University has served the Metro Vancouver region since 1981, and has opened doors to success for more than 200,000 learners. Four campuses—Richmond, Surrey, Cloverdale and Langley—offer a comprehensive range of sought-after programs in business, liberal arts, design, health, science and horticulture, trades and technology, and academic and career advancement. Over 19,000 students annually have a choice from over 120 programs, including bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees, diplomas, certificates, citations and apprenticeships. Learn more at **kpu.ca <http://link.email.dynect.net/link.php?DynEngagement=true&H=w8Bl7ZSLqC%2BFFEF9P0XN9HJB14ltnTgt2r4zKtmGsiA5bfE55aykH69nbHfdRfJtkICb763R3hyZnO9yF9ZjvSY5NlYSAY4RCtY2AJHI8XKuJ5L0Qabimvc6BkOOnvkh&G=0&R=http%3A%2F%2Fkpu.ca&I=20171101174646.000001150faa%40mail6-51-ussnn1&X=MHwxMDQ2NzU4OjU5ZmEwODgxNmJhNGY3NGYxOGQ3MTBkNjs%3D&S=OEfsLBBmaxTRwwzK_v-_gWmocl3KOdQXWoaldkn-0O8>* *.*
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Crazy amazing work our west coast friends! ________________________________ From: Canadaoer <canadaoer-bounces(a)mail.bccampus.ca> on behalf of Brady Yano <brady(a)sparcopen.org> Sent: November 1, 2017 2:35:20 PM To: Amanda Coolidge Cc: canadaoer Subject: Re: [Canadaoer] Fwd: [Openkpu] Textbooks too pricey? How does free sound? Congrats Rajiv, BCcampus, KPU and all those involved! On Wed, Nov 1, 2017 at 11:24 AM, Amanda Coolidge <acoolidge(a)bccampus.ca<mailto:acoolidge(a)bccampus.ca>> wrote: Congratulations to KPU- the first Zed Cred program in Canada! ________________________________ From: "Caroline Daniels" <Caroline.Daniels(a)kpu.ca<mailto:Caroline.Daniels(a)kpu.ca>> To: "Openkpu" <openkpu(a)mail.bccampus.ca<mailto:openkpu(a)mail.bccampus.ca>> Sent: Wednesday, November 1, 2017 11:02:35 AM Subject: [Openkpu] Textbooks too pricey? How does free sound? This is very exciting new for Open Studies at KPU! Congrats to all of you who were so involved in getting this off the ground! [https://meltwater-apps-production.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/images/566fd86239...] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 1, 2017 KPU unveils sweet suite of courses with no-cost textbooks Metro Vancouver, B.C. – Students at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) are about to save thousands of dollars on their education, thanks to dozens of courses that don’t require expensive, commercial textbooks. Launched Nov. 1, the courses are part of KPU’s Zed Cred program, which is the first of its kind in Canada. The "Z" in Zed Cred refers to zero textbook costs and the “Cred” refers to an entire degree program, in this case KPU’s certificate of arts credential. “Even a single textbook can cost well over $100, which means a student can spend thousands of dollars on textbooks on top of the cost of tuition during their post-secondary career,” said Dr. Rajiv Jhangiani, a university teaching fellow in open studies and psychology instructor. KPU has launched close to 50 courses in the Faculty of Arts that use either free open textbooks or free library materials that are available online. Third-year KPU psychology student Bethany Borkowski is already planning to take three Zed Cred courses in counselling psychology, sociology, and journalism. Borkowski estimates she’s spent about $700 on textbooks to date, despite buying mostly old and used editions. “The high cost of textbooks limits university learning to those who have accessibility and the financial resources available to cover additional costs,” says Borkowski. “I know many people who do not buy textbooks because of the cost, and they miss out on valuable information for a course.” In fact, Jhangiani recently published his research showing that 54 per cent of BC post-secondary students do not purchase at least one of their required course textbooks because of cost. The introduction of Zed Cred means Borkowski will no longer have to guess what page an instructor is referring to due to differences in their respective textbook editions, she’ll have access to her materials anywhere, and she won’t have to carry any heavy tomes around with her. Borkowski says open educational resources also make courses much more engaging. “Instead of just reading from a textbook, we had access to more resources online through hyperlinks in the text and suggested readings from the instructor.” KPU’s Zed Cred was made possible thanks to a $35,000 grant from BCcampus to adopt and adapt pre-existing free online open education resources as well as create new ones. KPU also received an Open Education Resource Grant, which matches BCcampus funding with KPU funding for creating new open textbooks, redesigning existing resources, and providing workshops, training and other support services. KPU is already the leading institutional adopter of open textbooks in B.C. “KPU is a proudly open access university,” notes Dr. Diane Purvey, dean of the Faculty of Arts. “Zed Cred is in complete alignment with our mission to create pathways to enable all learners to become successful.” For more information, visit http://www.kpu.ca/arts/zedcred<http://link.email.dynect.net/link.php?DynEngagement=true&H=w8Bl7ZSLqC%2BFFEF9P0XN9HJB14ltnTgt2r4zKtmGsiA5bfE55aykH69nbHfdRfJtkICb763R3hyZnO9yF9ZjvSY5NlYSAY4RCtY2AJHI8XKuJ5L0Qabimvc6BkOOnvkh&G=0&R=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kpu.ca%2Farts%2Fzedcred&I=20171101174646.000001150faa%40mail6-51-ussnn1&X=MHwxMDQ2NzU4OjU5ZmEwODgxNmJhNGY3NGYxOGQ3MTBkNjs%3D&S=yPDsgdyiMwqnqyV8AAw_WBcu_yWQs2PjEnqmWg39YYU>. About Kwantlen Polytechnic University Kwantlen Polytechnic University has served the Metro Vancouver region since 1981, and has opened doors to success for more than 200,000 learners. Four campuses—Richmond, Surrey, Cloverdale and Langley—offer a comprehensive range of sought-after programs in business, liberal arts, design, health, science and horticulture, trades and technology, and academic and career advancement. Over 19,000 students annually have a choice from over 120 programs, including bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees, diplomas, certificates, citations and apprenticeships. Learn more at kpu.ca<http://link.email.dynect.net/link.php?DynEngagement=true&H=w8Bl7ZSLqC%2BFFEF9P0XN9HJB14ltnTgt2r4zKtmGsiA5bfE55aykH69nbHfdRfJtkICb763R3hyZnO9yF9ZjvSY5NlYSAY4RCtY2AJHI8XKuJ5L0Qabimvc6BkOOnvkh&G=0&R=http%3A%2F%2Fkpu.ca&I=20171101174646.000001150faa%40mail6-51-ussnn1&X=MHwxMDQ2NzU4OjU5ZmEwODgxNmJhNGY3NGYxOGQ3MTBkNjs%3D&S=OEfsLBBmaxTRwwzK_v-_gWmocl3KOdQXWoaldkn-0O8>. 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Amazing - great work. Lead the way!! How inspiring! -- Krysta McNutt, PMP Open Education Project Manager Centre for Teaching and Learning University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada krystam(a)ualberta.ca | 780-710-5674 | @mcnuttsays <http://www.twitter.com/mcnuttsays> Designing with OER Fellow, Open Education Group <http://openedgroup.org/doer-fellowship>, Community Lead, Alberta Open Education <http://www.albertaoer.com/> Community of Practice, Creative Commons Open Education Platform <https://github.com/creativecommons/network-platforms/blob/master/Open-Education.md> Member, CC-Canada <https://twitter.com/CC_Canada> Join the UA Open Education Interest Group, here <http://www.mailman.srv.ualberta.ca/mailman/listinfo/openeducation>. Learn more about Open Education at the UofA, here <https://www.ualberta.ca/centre-for-teaching-and-learning/teaching-development/open-education> . *The University of Alberta is located **o**n Treaty 6 territory, the territory of the Papaschase, and the homeland of the * *Métis Nation.* On Wed, Nov 1, 2017 at 12:42 PM, Jenni Hayman <jhayman(a)ecampusontario.ca> wrote:
Crazy amazing work our west coast friends! ------------------------------ *From:* Canadaoer <canadaoer-bounces(a)mail.bccampus.ca> on behalf of Brady Yano <brady(a)sparcopen.org> *Sent:* November 1, 2017 2:35:20 PM *To:* Amanda Coolidge *Cc:* canadaoer *Subject:* Re: [Canadaoer] Fwd: [Openkpu] Textbooks too pricey? How does free sound?
Congrats Rajiv, BCcampus, KPU and all those involved!
On Wed, Nov 1, 2017 at 11:24 AM, Amanda Coolidge <acoolidge(a)bccampus.ca> wrote:
Congratulations to KPU- the first Zed Cred program in Canada!
------------------------------ *From: *"Caroline Daniels" <Caroline.Daniels(a)kpu.ca> *To: *"Openkpu" <openkpu(a)mail.bccampus.ca> *Sent: *Wednesday, November 1, 2017 11:02:35 AM *Subject: *[Openkpu] Textbooks too pricey? How does free sound?
This is very exciting new for Open Studies at KPU! Congrats to all of you who were so involved in getting this off the ground!
*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE* November 1, 2017
*KPU unveils sweet suite of courses with no-cost textbooks*
*Metro Vancouver, B.C.* – Students at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) are about to save thousands of dollars on their education, thanks to dozens of courses that don’t require expensive, commercial textbooks.
Launched Nov. 1, the courses are part of KPU’s Zed Cred program, which is the first of its kind in Canada. The "Z" in Zed Cred refers to zero textbook costs and the “Cred” refers to an entire degree program, in this case KPU’s certificate of arts credential.
“Even a single textbook can cost well over $100, which means a student can spend thousands of dollars on textbooks on top of the cost of tuition during their post-secondary career,” said Dr. Rajiv Jhangiani, a university teaching fellow in open studies and psychology instructor.
KPU has launched close to 50 courses in the Faculty of Arts that use either free open textbooks or free library materials that are available online.
Third-year KPU psychology student Bethany Borkowski is already planning to take three Zed Cred courses in counselling psychology, sociology, and journalism. Borkowski estimates she’s spent about $700 on textbooks to date, despite buying mostly old and used editions.
“The high cost of textbooks limits university learning to those who have accessibility and the financial resources available to cover additional costs,” says Borkowski. “I know many people who do not buy textbooks because of the cost, and they miss out on valuable information for a course.”
In fact, Jhangiani recently published his research showing that 54 per cent of BC post-secondary students do not purchase at least one of their required course textbooks because of cost.
The introduction of Zed Cred means Borkowski will no longer have to guess what page an instructor is referring to due to differences in their respective textbook editions, she’ll have access to her materials anywhere, and she won’t have to carry any heavy tomes around with her.
Borkowski says open educational resources also make courses much more engaging.
“Instead of just reading from a textbook, we had access to more resources online through hyperlinks in the text and suggested readings from the instructor.”
KPU’s Zed Cred was made possible thanks to a $35,000 grant from BCcampus to adopt and adapt pre-existing free online open education resources as well as create new ones.
KPU also received an Open Education Resource Grant, which matches BCcampus funding with KPU funding for creating new open textbooks, redesigning existing resources, and providing workshops, training and other support services.
KPU is already the leading institutional adopter of open textbooks in B.C.
“KPU is a proudly open access university,” notes Dr. Diane Purvey, dean of the Faculty of Arts. “Zed Cred is in complete alignment with our mission to create pathways to enable all learners to become successful.”
For more information, visit http://www.kpu.ca/arts/zedcred <http://link.email.dynect.net/link.php?DynEngagement=true&H=w8Bl7ZSLqC%2BFFEF9P0XN9HJB14ltnTgt2r4zKtmGsiA5bfE55aykH69nbHfdRfJtkICb763R3hyZnO9yF9ZjvSY5NlYSAY4RCtY2AJHI8XKuJ5L0Qabimvc6BkOOnvkh&G=0&R=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kpu.ca%2Farts%2Fzedcred&I=20171101174646.000001150faa%40mail6-51-ussnn1&X=MHwxMDQ2NzU4OjU5ZmEwODgxNmJhNGY3NGYxOGQ3MTBkNjs%3D&S=yPDsgdyiMwqnqyV8AAw_WBcu_yWQs2PjEnqmWg39YYU> .
*About Kwantlen Polytechnic University* *Kwantlen Polytechnic University has served the Metro Vancouver region since 1981, and has opened doors to success for more than 200,000 learners. Four campuses—Richmond, Surrey, Cloverdale and Langley—offer a comprehensive range of sought-after programs in business, liberal arts, design, health, science and horticulture, trades and technology, and academic and career advancement. Over 19,000 students annually have a choice from over 120 programs, including bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees, diplomas, certificates, citations and apprenticeships. Learn more at **kpu.ca <http://link.email.dynect.net/link.php?DynEngagement=true&H=w8Bl7ZSLqC%2BFFEF9P0XN9HJB14ltnTgt2r4zKtmGsiA5bfE55aykH69nbHfdRfJtkICb763R3hyZnO9yF9ZjvSY5NlYSAY4RCtY2AJHI8XKuJ5L0Qabimvc6BkOOnvkh&G=0&R=http%3A%2F%2Fkpu.ca&I=20171101174646.000001150faa%40mail6-51-ussnn1&X=MHwxMDQ2NzU4OjU5ZmEwODgxNmJhNGY3NGYxOGQ3MTBkNjs%3D&S=OEfsLBBmaxTRwwzK_v-_gWmocl3KOdQXWoaldkn-0O8>* *.*
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<div></div><div>Amazing - great work. Lead the way!! How inspiring! <br/> <br/>-- <br/>Krysta McNutt, PMP <br/>Open Education Project Manager <br/>Centre for Teaching and Learning <br/>University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada <br/>krystam(a)ualberta.ca | 780-710-5674 | @mcnuttsays <br/><http://www.twitter.com/mcnuttsays>; <br/> <br/>Designing with OER Fellow, Open Education Group <br/><http://openedgroup.org/doer-fellowship>;, Community Lead, Alberta Open <br/>Education <http://www.albertaoer.com/>; Community of Practice, Creative <br/>Commons Open Education Platform <br/><https://github.com/creativecommons/network-platforms/blob/master/Open-Educat...; <br/> Member, CC-Canada <https://twitter.com/CC_Canada>; <br/> <br/>Join the UA Open Education Interest Group, here <br/><http://www.mailman.srv.ualberta.ca/mailman/listinfo/openeducation>;. Learn <br/>more about Open Education at the UofA, here <br/><https://www.ualberta.ca/centre-for-teaching-and-learning/teaching-developmen...; <br/>. <br/> <br/>*The University of Alberta is located **o**n Treaty 6 territory, the <br/>territory of the Papaschase, and the homeland of the * <br/>*Métis Nation.* <br/> <br/>On Wed, Nov 1, 2017 at 12:42 PM, Jenni Hayman <jhayman(a)ecampusontario.ca> <br/>wrote: <br/> <br/>> Crazy amazing work our west coast friends! <br/>> ------------------------------ <br/>> *From:* Canadaoer <canadaoer-bounces(a)mail.bccampus.ca> on behalf of Brady <br/>> Yano <brady(a)sparcopen.org> <br/>> *Sent:* November 1, 2017 2:35:20 PM <br/>> *To:* Amanda Coolidge <br/>> *Cc:* canadaoer <br/>> *Subject:* Re: [Canadaoer] Fwd: [Openkpu] Textbooks too pricey? How does <br/>> free sound? <br/>> <br/>> Congrats Rajiv, BCcampus, KPU and all those involved! <br/>> <br/>> On Wed, Nov 1, 2017 at 11:24 AM, Amanda Coolidge <acoolidge(a)bccampus.ca> <br/>> wrote: <br/>> <br/>>> Congratulations to KPU- the first Zed Cred program in Canada! <br/>>> <br/>>> ------------------------------ <br/>>> *From: *"Caroline Daniels" <Caroline.Daniels(a)kpu.ca> <br/>>> *To: *"Openkpu" <openkpu(a)mail.bccampus.ca> <br/>>> *Sent: *Wednesday, November 1, 2017 11:02:35 AM <br/>>> *Subject: *[Openkpu] Textbooks too pricey? How does free sound? <br/>>> <br/>>> This is very exciting new for Open Studies at KPU! Congrats to all of you <br/>>> who were so involved in getting this off the ground! <br/>>> <br/>>> <br/>>> <br/>>> *FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE* <br/>>> November 1, 2017 <br/>>> <br/>>> *KPU unveils sweet suite of courses with no-cost textbooks* <br/>>> <br/>>> *Metro Vancouver, B.C.* – Students at Kwantlen Polytechnic University <br/>>> (KPU) are about to save thousands of dollars on their education, thanks to <br/>>> dozens of courses that don’t require expensive, commercial textbooks. <br/>>> <br/>>> Launched Nov. 1, the courses are part of KPU’s Zed Cred program, which is <br/>>> the first of its kind in Canada. The "Z" in Zed Cred refers to zero <br/>>> textbook costs and the “Cred” refers to an entire degree program, in this <br/>>> case KPU’s certificate of arts credential. <br/>>> <br/>>> “Even a single textbook can cost well over $100, which means a student <br/>>> can spend thousands of dollars on textbooks on top of the cost of tuition <br/>>> during their post-secondary career,” said Dr. Rajiv Jhangiani, a university <br/>>> teaching fellow in open studies and psychology instructor. <br/>>> <br/>>> KPU has launched close to 50 courses in the Faculty of Arts that use <br/>>> either free open textbooks or free library materials that are available <br/>>> online. <br/>>> <br/>>> Third-year KPU psychology student Bethany Borkowski is already planning <br/>>> to take three Zed Cred courses in counselling psychology, sociology, and <br/>>> journalism. Borkowski estimates she’s spent about $700 on textbooks to <br/>>> date, despite buying mostly old and used editions. <br/>>> <br/>>> “The high cost of textbooks limits university learning to those who have <br/>>> accessibility and the financial resources available to cover additional <br/>>> costs,” says Borkowski. “I know many people who do not buy textbooks <br/>>> because of the cost, and they miss out on valuable information for a <br/>>> course.” <br/>>> <br/>>> In fact, Jhangiani recently published his research showing that 54 per <br/>>> cent of BC post-secondary students do not purchase at least one of their <br/>>> required course textbooks because of cost. <br/>>> <br/>>> The introduction of Zed Cred means Borkowski will no longer have to guess <br/>>> what page an instructor is referring to due to differences in their <br/>>> respective textbook editions, she’ll have access to her materials anywhere, <br/>>> and she won’t have to carry any heavy tomes around with her. <br/>>> <br/>>> Borkowski says open educational resources also make courses much more <br/>>> engaging. <br/>>> <br/>>> “Instead of just reading from a textbook, we had access to more resources <br/>>> online through hyperlinks in the text and suggested readings from the <br/>>> instructor.” <br/>>> <br/>>> KPU’s Zed Cred was made possible thanks to a $35,000 grant from BCcampus <br/>>> to adopt and adapt pre-existing free online open education resources as <br/>>> well as create new ones. <br/>>> <br/>>> KPU also received an Open Education Resource Grant, which matches <br/>>> BCcampus funding with KPU funding for creating new open textbooks, <br/>>> redesigning existing resources, and providing workshops, training and other <br/>>> support services. <br/>>> <br/>>> KPU is already the leading institutional adopter of open textbooks in <br/>>> B.C. <br/>>> <br/>>> “KPU is a proudly open access university,” notes Dr. Diane Purvey, dean <br/>>> of the Faculty of Arts. “Zed Cred is in complete alignment with our mission <br/>>> to create pathways to enable all learners to become successful.” <br/>>> <br/>>> For more information, visit http://www.kpu.ca/arts/zedcred <br/>>> <http://link.email.dynect.net/link.php?DynEngagement=true&H=w8Bl7ZSLqC%2BFFEF9P0XN9HJB14ltnTgt2r4zKtmGsiA5bfE55aykH69nbHfdRfJtkICb763R3hyZnO9yF9ZjvSY5NlYSAY4RCtY2AJHI8XKuJ5L0Qabimvc6BkOOnvkh&G=0&R=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kpu.ca%2Farts%2Fzedcred&I=20171101174646.000001150faa%40mail6-51-ussnn1&X=MHwxMDQ2NzU4OjU5ZmEwODgxNmJhNGY3NGYxOGQ3MTBkNjs%3D&S=yPDsgdyiMwqnqyV8AAw_WBcu_yWQs2PjEnqmWg39YYU>; <br/>>> . <br/>>> <br/>>> *About Kwantlen Polytechnic University* <br/>>> *Kwantlen Polytechnic University has served the Metro Vancouver region <br/>>> since 1981, and has opened doors to success for more than 200,000 learners. <br/>>> Four campuses—Richmond, Surrey, Cloverdale and Langley—offer a <br/>>> comprehensive range of sought-after programs in business, liberal arts, <br/>>> design, health, science and horticulture, trades and technology, and <br/>>> academic and career advancement. Over 19,000 students annually have a <br/>>> choice from over 120 programs, including bachelor’s degrees, associate <br/>>> degrees, diplomas, certificates, citations and apprenticeships. 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<div></div><div>Amazing - great work. Lead the way!! How inspiring! <br/> <br/>-- <br/>Krysta McNutt, PMP <br/>Open Education Project Manager <br/>Centre for Teaching and Learning <br/>University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada <br/>krystam(a)ualberta.ca | 780-710-5674 | @mcnuttsays <br/><http://www.twitter.com/mcnuttsays>; <br/> <br/>Designing with OER Fellow, Open Education Group <br/><http://openedgroup.org/doer-fellowship>;, Community Lead, Alberta Open <br/>Education <http://www.albertaoer.com/>; Community of Practice, Creative <br/>Commons Open Education Platform <br/><https://github.com/creativecommons/network-platforms/blob/master/Open-Educat...; <br/> Member, CC-Canada <https://twitter.com/CC_Canada>; <br/> <br/>Join the UA Open Education Interest Group, here <br/><http://www.mailman.srv.ualberta.ca/mailman/listinfo/openeducation>;. Learn <br/>more about Open Education at the UofA, here <br/><https://www.ualberta.ca/centre-for-teaching-and-learning/teaching-developmen...; <br/>. <br/> <br/>*The University of Alberta is located **o**n Treaty 6 territory, the <br/>territory of the Papaschase, and the homeland of the * <br/>*Métis Nation.* <br/> <br/>On Wed, Nov 1, 2017 at 12:42 PM, Jenni Hayman <jhayman(a)ecampusontario.ca> <br/>wrote: <br/> <br/>> Crazy amazing work our west coast friends! <br/>> ------------------------------ <br/>> *From:* Canadaoer <canadaoer-bounces(a)mail.bccampus.ca> on behalf of Brady <br/>> Yano <brady(a)sparcopen.org> <br/>> *Sent:* November 1, 2017 2:35:20 PM <br/>> *To:* Amanda Coolidge <br/>> *Cc:* canadaoer <br/>> *Subject:* Re: [Canadaoer] Fwd: [Openkpu] Textbooks too pricey? How does <br/>> free sound? <br/>> <br/>> Congrats Rajiv, BCcampus, KPU and all those involved! <br/>> <br/>> On Wed, Nov 1, 2017 at 11:24 AM, Amanda Coolidge <acoolidge(a)bccampus.ca> <br/>> wrote: <br/>> <br/>>> Congratulations to KPU- the first Zed Cred program in Canada! <br/>>> <br/>>> ------------------------------ <br/>>> *From: *"Caroline Daniels" <Caroline.Daniels(a)kpu.ca> <br/>>> *To: *"Openkpu" <openkpu(a)mail.bccampus.ca> <br/>>> *Sent: *Wednesday, November 1, 2017 11:02:35 AM <br/>>> *Subject: *[Openkpu] Textbooks too pricey? How does free sound? <br/>>> <br/>>> This is very exciting new for Open Studies at KPU! Congrats to all of you <br/>>> who were so involved in getting this off the ground! <br/>>> <br/>>> <br/>>> <br/>>> *FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE* <br/>>> November 1, 2017 <br/>>> <br/>>> *KPU unveils sweet suite of courses with no-cost textbooks* <br/>>> <br/>>> *Metro Vancouver, B.C.* – Students at Kwantlen Polytechnic University <br/>>> (KPU) are about to save thousands of dollars on their education, thanks to <br/>>> dozens of courses that don’t require expensive, commercial textbooks. <br/>>> <br/>>> Launched Nov. 1, the courses are part of KPU’s Zed Cred program, which is <br/>>> the first of its kind in Canada. The "Z" in Zed Cred refers to zero <br/>>> textbook costs and the “Cred” refers to an entire degree program, in this <br/>>> case KPU’s certificate of arts credential. <br/>>> <br/>>> “Even a single textbook can cost well over $100, which means a student <br/>>> can spend thousands of dollars on textbooks on top of the cost of tuition <br/>>> during their post-secondary career,” said Dr. Rajiv Jhangiani, a university <br/>>> teaching fellow in open studies and psychology instructor. <br/>>> <br/>>> KPU has launched close to 50 courses in the Faculty of Arts that use <br/>>> either free open textbooks or free library materials that are available <br/>>> online. <br/>>> <br/>>> Third-year KPU psychology student Bethany Borkowski is already planning <br/>>> to take three Zed Cred courses in counselling psychology, sociology, and <br/>>> journalism. Borkowski estimates she’s spent about $700 on textbooks to <br/>>> date, despite buying mostly old and used editions. <br/>>> <br/>>> “The high cost of textbooks limits university learning to those who have <br/>>> accessibility and the financial resources available to cover additional <br/>>> costs,” says Borkowski. “I know many people who do not buy textbooks <br/>>> because of the cost, and they miss out on valuable information for a <br/>>> course.” <br/>>> <br/>>> In fact, Jhangiani recently published his research showing that 54 per <br/>>> cent of BC post-secondary students do not purchase at least one of their <br/>>> required course textbooks because of cost. <br/>>> <br/>>> The introduction of Zed Cred means Borkowski will no longer have to guess <br/>>> what page an instructor is referring to due to differences in their <br/>>> respective textbook editions, she’ll have access to her materials anywhere, <br/>>> and she won’t have to carry any heavy tomes around with her. <br/>>> <br/>>> Borkowski says open educational resources also make courses much more <br/>>> engaging. <br/>>> <br/>>> “Instead of just reading from a textbook, we had access to more resources <br/>>> online through hyperlinks in the text and suggested readings from the <br/>>> instructor.” <br/>>> <br/>>> KPU’s Zed Cred was made possible thanks to a $35,000 grant from BCcampus <br/>>> to adopt and adapt pre-existing free online open education resources as <br/>>> well as create new ones. <br/>>> <br/>>> KPU also received an Open Education Resource Grant, which matches <br/>>> BCcampus funding with KPU funding for creating new open textbooks, <br/>>> redesigning existing resources, and providing workshops, training and other <br/>>> support services. <br/>>> <br/>>> KPU is already the leading institutional adopter of open textbooks in <br/>>> B.C. <br/>>> <br/>>> “KPU is a proudly open access university,” notes Dr. Diane Purvey, dean <br/>>> of the Faculty of Arts. “Zed Cred is in complete alignment with our mission <br/>>> to create pathways to enable all learners to become successful.” <br/>>> <br/>>> For more information, visit http://www.kpu.ca/arts/zedcred <br/>>> <http://link.email.dynect.net/link.php?DynEngagement=true&H=w8Bl7ZSLqC%2BFFEF9P0XN9HJB14ltnTgt2r4zKtmGsiA5bfE55aykH69nbHfdRfJtkICb763R3hyZnO9yF9ZjvSY5NlYSAY4RCtY2AJHI8XKuJ5L0Qabimvc6BkOOnvkh&G=0&R=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kpu.ca%2Farts%2Fzedcred&I=20171101174646.000001150faa%40mail6-51-ussnn1&X=MHwxMDQ2NzU4OjU5ZmEwODgxNmJhNGY3NGYxOGQ3MTBkNjs%3D&S=yPDsgdyiMwqnqyV8AAw_WBcu_yWQs2PjEnqmWg39YYU>; <br/>>> . <br/>>> <br/>>> *About Kwantlen Polytechnic University* <br/>>> *Kwantlen Polytechnic University has served the Metro Vancouver region <br/>>> since 1981, and has opened doors to success for more than 200,000 learners. <br/>>> Four campuses—Richmond, Surrey, Cloverdale and Langley—offer a <br/>>> comprehensive range of sought-after programs in business, liberal arts, <br/>>> design, health, science and horticulture, trades and technology, and <br/>>> academic and career advancement. Over 19,000 students annually have a <br/>>> choice from over 120 programs, including bachelor’s degrees, associate <br/>>> degrees, diplomas, certificates, citations and apprenticeships. Learn more <br/>>> at **kpu.ca <br/>>> <http://link.email.dynect.net/link.php?DynEngagement=true&H=w8Bl7ZSLqC%2BFFEF9P0XN9HJB14ltnTgt2r4zKtmGsiA5bfE55aykH69nbHfdRfJtkICb763R3hyZnO9yF9ZjvSY5NlYSAY4RCtY2AJHI8XKuJ5L0Qabimvc6BkOOnvkh&G=0&R=http%3A%2F%2Fkpu.ca&I=20171101174646.000001150faa%40mail6-51-ussnn1&X=MHwxMDQ2NzU4OjU5ZmEwODgxNmJhNGY3NGYxOGQ3MTBkNjs%3D&S=OEfsLBBmaxTRwwzK_v-_gWmocl3KOdQXWoaldkn-0O8>* <br/>>> *.* <br/>>> <br/>>> <br/>>> <br/>>> *Media contacts:* <br/>>> Corry Anderson-Fennell <br/>>> Manager, Media and Communications <br/>>> t: 604-599-2840 <(604)%20599-2840> <br/>>> c: 604-828-5232 <(604)%20828-5232> <br/>>> corry.anderson-fennell(a)kpu.ca <br/>>> <br/>>> Tatiana Tomljanovic <br/>>> Media Specialist, KPU <br/>>> t: 604.599.2883 <(604)%20599-2883> <br/>>> c: 604.364.1288 <(604)%20364-1288> <br/>>> *tatiana.tomljanovic(a)kpu.ca <tatiana.tomljanovic(a)kpu.ca>* <br/>>> <br/>>> *For more KPU news:* <br/>>> @KPUmedia <br/>>> <http://link.email.dynect.net/link.php?DynEngagement=true&H=w8Bl7ZSLqC%2BFFEF9P0XN9HJB14ltnTgt2r4zKtmGsiA5bfE55aykH30VHblxObreFqK4IUqyWt%2BifschCsY4LNQsH2bXaAq7uUR8JCHGiPLZXoyxG0htvylNeKwtV%2B3N&G=0&R=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.twitter.com%2FKPUmedia&I=20161212202136.000000334129%40mail6-51-ussnn1&X=MHwxMDQ2NzU4OjU4NGYwNmM5N2M3OGIxMDQ2YjI3N2ExZTs%3D&S=sfY2zCeMFyvG-Gsz47eq97gr3YcwLMW6tXKRJt4btmo>; <br/>>> kpu.ca/newsroom <br/>>> <http://link.email.dynect.net/link.php?DynEngagement=true&H=w8Bl7ZSLqC%2BFFEF9P0XN9HJB14ltnTgt2r4zKtmGsiA5bfE55aykH30VHblxObreFqK4IUqyWt%2BifschCsY4LNQsH2bXaAq7uUR8JCHGiPLZXoyxG0htvylNeKwtV%2B3N&G=0&R=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.kpu.ca%2Fnewsroom&I=20161212202136.000000334129%40mail6-51-ussnn1&X=MHwxMDQ2NzU4OjU4NGYwNmM5N2M3OGIxMDQ2YjI3N2ExZTs%3D&S=jbw6tVbtmcLIUxP3TCetIKXAHmwMvLkWNymuF_uCsIU>; <br/>>> Flickr <br/>>> <http://link.email.dynect.net/link.php?DynEngagement=true&H=w8Bl7ZSLqC%2BFFEF9P0XN9HJB14ltnTgt2r4zKtmGsiA5bfE55aykH30VHblxObreFqK4IUqyWt%2BifschCsY4LNQsH2bXaAq7uUR8JCHGiPLZXoyxG0htvylNeKwtV%2B3N&G=0&R=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.flickr.com%2Fphotos%2F113354593%40N04%2F&I=20161212202136.000000334129%40mail6-51-ussnn1&X=MHwxMDQ2NzU4OjU4NGYwNmM5N2M3OGIxMDQ2YjI3N2ExZTs%3D&S=I9n66PV02Z2cLfDR_UuW7X-nIVxvy_0GB06Y3oSdle0>; <br/>>> RSS <br/>>> <http://link.email.dynect.net/link.php?DynEngagement=true&H=w8Bl7ZSLqC%2BFFEF9P0XN9HJB14ltnTgt2r4zKtmGsiA5bfE55aykH30VHblxObreFqK4IUqyWt%2BifschCsY4LNQsH2bXaAq7uUR8JCHGiPLZXoyxG0htvylNeKwtV%2B3N&G=0&R=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.kpu.ca%2Fnews%2Fpress-releases%2Frss&I=20161212202136.000000334129%40mail6-51-ussnn1&X=MHwxMDQ2NzU4OjU4NGYwNmM5N2M3OGIxMDQ2YjI3N2ExZTs%3D&S=egNoQUfmiR4hpJ4wl0l5wum7-5KHl3QA2v86WLQkCcs>; <br/>>> <br/>>> <br/>>> <br/>>> <br/>>> _______________________________________________ <br/>>> Openkpu mailing list <br/>>> Openkpu(a)mail.bccampus.ca <br/>>> http://lists.bccampus.ca/mailman/listinfo/openkpu <br/>>> <br/>>> -- <br/>>> *Amanda Coolidge,** MEd* <br/>>> <br/>>> <br/>>> *Senior Manager of Open Education * <br/>>> *BCcampus | connect.collaborate.innovate.* <br/>>> *250-8 <callto:250-580-6949>18-4592 | acoolidge(a)bccampus.ca <br/>>> <acoolidge(a)bccampus.ca>* <br/>>> *120-645 Fort Street | **Coast and Straits Salish *Territory *|* *Victoria, <br/>>> B.C. | *V8W1G2 <br/>>> *BCcampus.ca <http://bccampus.ca/>; | @BCcampus | #BCcampus* <br/>>> <br/>>> *Sign up for* *BCcampus news <br/>>> <http://bccampus.ca/bccampus-around-the-web/>* <br/>>> <br/>>> _______________________________________________ <br/>>> Canadaoer mailing list <br/>>> Canadaoer(a)mail.bccampus.ca <br/>>> http://lists.bccampus.ca/mailman/listinfo/canadaoer <br/>>> <br/>>> <br/>> <br/>> <br/>> -- <br/>> *Brady Yano * <br/>> Assistant Director of Open Education • SPARC <http://sparcopen.org>; <br/>> +1 (604) 345-6826 <(604)%20345-6826> • brady(a)sparcopen.org <br/>> <br/>> <br/>> _______________________________________________ <br/>> Canadaoer mailing list <br/>> Canadaoer(a)mail.bccampus.ca <br/>> http://lists.bccampus.ca/mailman/listinfo/canadaoer <br/>> <br/>> <br/>_______________________________________________ <br/>Canadaoer mailing list <br/>Canadaoer(a)mail.bccampus.ca <br/>http://lists.bccampus.ca/mailman/listinfo/canadaoer <br/></div>
Bravo. Well done. Sets a new pattern. Like it. d
On Nov 1, 2017, at 2:35 PM, Brady Yano <brady(a)sparcopen.org> wrote:
Congrats Rajiv, BCcampus, KPU and all those involved!
On Wed, Nov 1, 2017 at 11:24 AM, Amanda Coolidge <acoolidge(a)bccampus.ca <mailto:acoolidge(a)bccampus.ca>> wrote: Congratulations to KPU- the first Zed Cred program in Canada!
From: "Caroline Daniels" <Caroline.Daniels(a)kpu.ca <mailto:Caroline.Daniels(a)kpu.ca>> To: "Openkpu" <openkpu(a)mail.bccampus.ca <mailto:openkpu(a)mail.bccampus.ca>> Sent: Wednesday, November 1, 2017 11:02:35 AM Subject: [Openkpu] Textbooks too pricey? How does free sound?
This is very exciting new for Open Studies at KPU! Congrats to all of you who were so involved in getting this off the ground!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 1, 2017 KPU unveils sweet suite of courses with no-cost textbooks
Metro Vancouver, B.C. – Students at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) are about to save thousands of dollars on their education, thanks to dozens of courses that don’t require expensive, commercial textbooks.
Launched Nov. 1, the courses are part of KPU’s Zed Cred program, which is the first of its kind in Canada. The "Z" in Zed Cred refers to zero textbook costs and the “Cred” refers to an entire degree program, in this case KPU’s certificate of arts credential.
“Even a single textbook can cost well over $100, which means a student can spend thousands of dollars on textbooks on top of the cost of tuition during their post-secondary career,” said Dr. Rajiv Jhangiani, a university teaching fellow in open studies and psychology instructor.
KPU has launched close to 50 courses in the Faculty of Arts that use either free open textbooks or free library materials that are available online.
Third-year KPU psychology student Bethany Borkowski is already planning to take three Zed Cred courses in counselling psychology, sociology, and journalism. Borkowski estimates she’s spent about $700 on textbooks to date, despite buying mostly old and used editions.
“The high cost of textbooks limits university learning to those who have accessibility and the financial resources available to cover additional costs,” says Borkowski. “I know many people who do not buy textbooks because of the cost, and they miss out on valuable information for a course.”
In fact, Jhangiani recently published his research showing that 54 per cent of BC post-secondary students do not purchase at least one of their required course textbooks because of cost.
The introduction of Zed Cred means Borkowski will no longer have to guess what page an instructor is referring to due to differences in their respective textbook editions, she’ll have access to her materials anywhere, and she won’t have to carry any heavy tomes around with her.
Borkowski says open educational resources also make courses much more engaging.
“Instead of just reading from a textbook, we had access to more resources online through hyperlinks in the text and suggested readings from the instructor.”
KPU’s Zed Cred was made possible thanks to a $35,000 grant from BCcampus to adopt and adapt pre-existing free online open education resources as well as create new ones.
KPU also received an Open Education Resource Grant, which matches BCcampus funding with KPU funding for creating new open textbooks, redesigning existing resources, and providing workshops, training and other support services.
KPU is already the leading institutional adopter of open textbooks in B.C.
“KPU is a proudly open access university,” notes Dr. Diane Purvey, dean of the Faculty of Arts. “Zed Cred is in complete alignment with our mission to create pathways to enable all learners to become successful.”
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Wow! Congratulations! Amazing! ☺ Kathleen Fehr Special Projects Coordinator Tel: 204.727.9668 ext 211 | Cell: 204.803.9298 fehrk(a)campusmanitoba.ca<mailto:fehrk(a)campusmanitoba.ca> Campus Manitoba www.campusmanitoba.ca<http://www.campusmanitoba.ca/> From: Canadaoer [mailto:canadaoer-bounces(a)mail.bccampus.ca] On Behalf Of Amanda Coolidge Sent: Wednesday, November 01, 2017 1:24 PM To: canadaoer Subject: [Canadaoer] Fwd: [Openkpu] Textbooks too pricey? How does free sound? Congratulations to KPU- the first Zed Cred program in Canada! ________________________________ From: "Caroline Daniels" <Caroline.Daniels(a)kpu.ca> To: "Openkpu" <openkpu(a)mail.bccampus.ca> Sent: Wednesday, November 1, 2017 11:02:35 AM Subject: [Openkpu] Textbooks too pricey? How does free sound? This is very exciting new for Open Studies at KPU! Congrats to all of you who were so involved in getting this off the ground! [Image removed by sender.] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 1, 2017 KPU unveils sweet suite of courses with no-cost textbooks Metro Vancouver, B.C. – Students at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) are about to save thousands of dollars on their education, thanks to dozens of courses that don’t require expensive, commercial textbooks. Launched Nov. 1, the courses are part of KPU’s Zed Cred program, which is the first of its kind in Canada. The "Z" in Zed Cred refers to zero textbook costs and the “Cred” refers to an entire degree program, in this case KPU’s certificate of arts credential. “Even a single textbook can cost well over $100, which means a student can spend thousands of dollars on textbooks on top of the cost of tuition during their post-secondary career,” said Dr. Rajiv Jhangiani, a university teaching fellow in open studies and psychology instructor. KPU has launched close to 50 courses in the Faculty of Arts that use either free open textbooks or free library materials that are available online. Third-year KPU psychology student Bethany Borkowski is already planning to take three Zed Cred courses in counselling psychology, sociology, and journalism. Borkowski estimates she’s spent about $700 on textbooks to date, despite buying mostly old and used editions. “The high cost of textbooks limits university learning to those who have accessibility and the financial resources available to cover additional costs,” says Borkowski. “I know many people who do not buy textbooks because of the cost, and they miss out on valuable information for a course.” In fact, Jhangiani recently published his research showing that 54 per cent of BC post-secondary students do not purchase at least one of their required course textbooks because of cost. The introduction of Zed Cred means Borkowski will no longer have to guess what page an instructor is referring to due to differences in their respective textbook editions, she’ll have access to her materials anywhere, and she won’t have to carry any heavy tomes around with her. Borkowski says open educational resources also make courses much more engaging. “Instead of just reading from a textbook, we had access to more resources online through hyperlinks in the text and suggested readings from the instructor.” KPU’s Zed Cred was made possible thanks to a $35,000 grant from BCcampus to adopt and adapt pre-existing free online open education resources as well as create new ones. KPU also received an Open Education Resource Grant, which matches BCcampus funding with KPU funding for creating new open textbooks, redesigning existing resources, and providing workshops, training and other support services. KPU is already the leading institutional adopter of open textbooks in B.C. “KPU is a proudly open access university,” notes Dr. Diane Purvey, dean of the Faculty of Arts. “Zed Cred is in complete alignment with our mission to create pathways to enable all learners to become successful.” For more information, visit http://www.kpu.ca/arts/zedcred<http://link.email.dynect.net/link.php?DynEngagement=true&H=w8Bl7ZSLqC%2BFFEF9P0XN9HJB14ltnTgt2r4zKtmGsiA5bfE55aykH69nbHfdRfJtkICb763R3hyZnO9yF9ZjvSY5NlYSAY4RCtY2AJHI8XKuJ5L0Qabimvc6BkOOnvkh&G=0&R=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kpu.ca%2Farts%2Fzedcred&I=20171101174646.000001150faa%40mail6-51-ussnn1&X=MHwxMDQ2NzU4OjU5ZmEwODgxNmJhNGY3NGYxOGQ3MTBkNjs%3D&S=yPDsgdyiMwqnqyV8AAw_WBcu_yWQs2PjEnqmWg39YYU>. About Kwantlen Polytechnic University Kwantlen Polytechnic University has served the Metro Vancouver region since 1981, and has opened doors to success for more than 200,000 learners. 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