Instructional and Faculty Support and Resources
Why Does Wise Promote Open Access?
Maintaining the continued accessibility of these materials and increasing the usage and visibility of our community’s work is a priority for the library. The collection is also part of the larger network of ARCA repositories.
For additional information, please see our FAQ page and/or reach out at wise@ucanwest.ca.
OER at University Canada West
As of 2019, UCW has been making strides to support open education and resources. The Open Educational Resource Committee (OERC) was formed in November 2019 and supports OER adoption by:
- Educating stakeholders about the benefits of OER
- Advocating for use of OER on campus and supporting faculty in adopting OER (including funded initiatives such as the Zero Cost Textbook Initiative)
- Facilitating OER events such as workshops or information sessions
- Making collaborative decisions about OER policy at UCW
The OERC also publishes annual reports with highlights of the efforts happening across the institution:
If you would like to know more about OER at UCW, visit our website or contact oer@ucanwest.ca.
