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- Faculty member has heard of open textbooks, and is internally driven to adopt, but doesn’t know how to start
- May have selected a book, but is likely wanting direction on how to start (liked the message they heard and want to take action)
- Process is designed to work for instructors in any venue
Open Textbook Questions
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- What books are available for my course?
- Do I need to tell anyone (PM, Dept Chair, Dean)?
- After selecting a book what do I need to do to get it in my course?
- How will students know I am using an open textbook?
- Do I need to communicate that I am not using a traditional, printed textbook with the bookstore?
- How do I receive a desk copy?
- How long will it take to implement?
- Can I make changes to the book as the course is running for a CAGS or UP course?
- What if students have trouble accessing the electronic copy of the textbook?
- Will I be compensated for modifying an open textbook to fit my class?
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