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VCU Libraries' Open and Affordable Course Content Initiative supports instructors as they work to transition their courses to zero textbook cost courses, using either open educational resources or library content.
VCU Libraries understands the importance of selecting the right course materials. Not only do zero textbook cost courses eliminate the cost burden for students, but they have been shown to improve student success while increasing instructor flexibility, including the ability to customize resources.
$10,044,653.55
in student savings
96,080
students impacted
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EmailOACC news
- Faculty: Apply by March 1 for state grants to support free course materials
November 8, 2023 — VIVA grants help faculty help students - Faculty: Explore options and VCU Libraries services during Open Access Week
October 23, 2023 — Faculty have many options to go openly share research and ideas - Faculty: Apply by November 7 for state grants to support the adoption of open, free course materials
September 21, 2023 — A new round of VIVA Open Adopt Grants is open for applications.