Abstract: This open textbook is being utilized in a [discipline] course for undergraduate [description if any] students by [Instructor's name] at [Educational Institution name]. The open textbook provides [brief description of highlights and any instructor supplements]. The main motivation to adopt an open textbook was [supply reason]. Most student access the open textbook in [format and/or access method].

Reviews: The book has been reviewed by faculty [link to COERC reviews] from within the three segments (CCC, CSU, and UC) of the California higher education systems.

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Course Number: Name

Description: Give description of course utilizing the course catalog at the educational institution if available.

Prerequisites: [courses, test scores]

GE credit: [units, GE or degree applicability]

Syllabus available here: [link to online syllabus]

Learning outcomes:

List student learning outcomes for the course. Share demographics for students who take the class e.g. common majors, previous preparation, etc.

Curricular changes:

Explain any curricular changes made to the course as a result of the open textbook adoption.

Teaching and learning impacts:

Collaborate more with other faculty : Yes/No
Use wider range of teaching materials: Yes/No
Student learning improved : Yes/No/Unsure
Student retention improved : Yes/No/Unsure
Any unexpected results: Yes/No

Address any impacts that need a fuller explanation here.

Sample assignment:

Link or upload a sample assignment that illustrates how the open textbook is used in the course. Include the rubric that is used for evaluating student work.

OER Adoption Process

Describe the main motivation for adopting the open textbook e.g. saving students money, better control over instructional materials, ability to customize for students needs, etc.

Explain any external materials that you used to supplement the textbook.

Student access: Describe the different ways that students can access the textbook including print if available.

Student feedback or participation:

Share any feedback from students regarding usage of the open textbook. If students participate in open textbook development or formal review, describe here.

Link or upload to student survey results or other student outcome reports here.

Instructor Name [linked to faculty website]

I am a [discipline] professor at the [Educational Institution]. I teach [list all courses that you regularly teach].

Describe your teaching philosophy and any research interests related to your discipline or teaching.