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Connecticut Open Educational Resources
A program sponsored by the CT Open Educational Resources Coordinating Council to support higher education institutions' efforts to increase access, affordability, and achievement for students through Open Educational Resources (OER). Since 2024 the program has saved 10,000 students $1.2 million, an ROI of 5.23 on state funding.
OER Defined
OER Defined
Open Educational Resources (OER) are freely available and openly licensed online teaching and learning materials that can be used, shared, and adapted. As a no-cost alternative to traditional textbooks, OER save students money and fosters their success.
Impact
Impact
Since 2024, the CT OER Coordinating Council has awarded 121 grants to 161 faculty working at 28 CT institutions. The state's cumulative investment of $230,000 for the grant program has so far saved CT students $1.2 million. Learn more from our Legislative Reports.
Grant Cycle
Grant Cycle
The application period for the 2025 grant cycle will open soon! Join the CT OER Coordinating Council's listserv, CT OER, to get the latest information on the grant program.
OER Repository
OER Repository
OER works adopted or created through the grant program are housed within the statewide OER repository, GoOpen CT.
Learn more about the grant program.
Review frequently asked questions related to grant proposals and requirements.
Review professional development programs and join the CT OER listserv.
Learn more about the council and its mission.
The CT OER Coordinating Council and Grant Program logo was developed by Annalisa Correia. The council thanks Annalisa for contributing her expertise in support of OER in Connecticut!
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