From vision to action: Fostering engagement and collaboration in building an OER program

The implementation of OER initiatives in higher education institutions typically begins with setting up a vision and establishing goals for the project. This process entails developing a strategic plan to help guide institutions on how to start an OER initiative to gain buy-in and support from campus stakeholders. The strategic plan helps translate the vision into concrete actions that are attainable as well as measurable.

Drawing from my experience and lessons learned in initiating, implementing, managing, and building an OER program at a small college and at a research-intensive institution, participants will learn practical strategies that fosters faculty collaboration and student engagement.