Resources
Faculty Call for Interest
Frequently Asked Questions
Question 1: Will we have the option to choose our publishing platform?
Answer: Yes, you may select a platform as long as it is open or has the capacity to be open.
Question 2: What is the maximum percentage of content we can use from Open Educational Resources (OER) while still claiming it as our original work, provided we credit the original authors?
Answer: There is no established percentage of original content required for adapting existing OER. It is essential to credit the original authors, and you are expected to create original material alongside any adaptations.
Question 3: If I have been using OER in my course, should I include a hypothetical cost-saving figure?
Answer: Some OER materials may have associated costs; if they do not, please indicate zero.
Question 4: Is attendance at the Summer Blitz mandatory? Can we apply if we know we will be unable to attend for academic reasons?
Answer: Attendance at the Summer Blitz is mandatory; however, this is a two-year project. If you cannot attend this year, we encourage you to apply for next year. If your teaching schedule only conflicts minimally, we may be able to accommodate you, so please apply and communicate your availability.
Question 5: Can part-time or adjunct faculty who teach a specific course annually, but may not during the academic year 2025-2026, apply?
Answer: Yes, you are welcome to submit an application. If selected, we will require a letter of commitment from your dean or department chair confirming that you will have the opportunity to teach that course in the upcoming academic year.
Question 6: Is it permissible to apply for this grant to develop OER materials initially for core major courses, with the intention of using them later in high enrollment courses?
Answer: Yes, you may submit an application; however, priority will be given to high enrollment courses.
Question 7: May I attend the Summer Blitz even if I am not an approved applicant?
Answer: Attendance is not permitted at this time, but please inform us of your interest, and we will notify you if there are any changes.
Question 8: Will the original materials developed through the grant be accessible for others to adopt or adapt?
Answer: Yes, all materials will be made available under a Creative Commons license.
