Episode #7: Open Education Resources w/Jennifer Snoek-Brown

ChatGPT In Episode 7 of Simon Says: Educate!, we welcome Geoff Cain from Clover Park Technical College and Jennifer Snoek-Brown, Tacoma Community College's OER Librarian. Jennifer sheds light on Open Educational Resources (OER), emphasizing their accessibility and open licensing. The episode delves into the benefits of OER, such as substantial cost savings for students and creative autonomy for educators. We also address the challenges in sourcing relevant OER and underscore the necessity for adequate support and compensation for faculty developing or adapting these resources. The discussion includes a spotlight on the upcoming Open Education Resources Faculty Institute at Clover Park, a prime opportunity for professional development in the realm of OER. Remember to subscribe to Simon Says: Educate! on your favorite podcast platform for more insightful discussions on teaching and learning!