1 Nov
2017
1 Nov
'17
11:24 a.m.
Congratulations to KPU- the first Zed Cred program in Canada!
From: "Caroline Daniels" <Caroline.Daniels(a)kpu.ca>
To: "Openkpu" <openkpu(a)mail.bccampus.ca>
Sent: Wednesday, November 1, 2017 11:02:35 AM
Subject: [Openkpu] Textbooks too pricey? How does free sound?
This is very exciting new for Open Studies at KPU! Congrats to all of you who were so
involved in getting this off the ground!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 1, 2017
KPU unveils sweet suite of courses with no-cost textbooks
Metro Vancouver, B.C. – Students at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) are about to
save thousands of dollars on their education, thanks to dozens of courses that don’t
require expensive, commercial textbooks.
Launched Nov. 1, the courses are part of KPU’s Zed Cred program, which is the first of its
kind in Canada. The "Z" in Zed Cred refers to zero textbook costs and the “Cred”
refers to an entire degree program, in this case KPU’s certificate of arts credential.
“Even a single textbook can cost well over $100, which means a student can spend thousands
of dollars on textbooks on top of the cost of tuition during their post-secondary career,”
said Dr. Rajiv Jhangiani, a university teaching fellow in open studies and psychology
instructor.
KPU has launched close to 50 courses in the Faculty of Arts that use either free open
textbooks or free library materials that are available online.
Third-year KPU psychology student Bethany Borkowski is already planning to take three Zed
Cred courses in counselling psychology, sociology, and journalism. Borkowski estimates
she’s spent about $700 on textbooks to date, despite buying mostly old and used editions.
“The high cost of textbooks limits university learning to those who have accessibility and
the financial resources available to cover additional costs,” says Borkowski. “ I know
many people who do not buy textbooks because of the cost, and they miss out on valuable
information for a course.”
In fact, Jhangiani recently published his research showing that 54 per cent of BC
post-secondary students do not purchase at least one of their required course textbooks
because of cost.
The introduction of Zed Cred means Borkowski will no longer have to guess what page an
instructor is referring to due to differences in their respective textbook editions,
she’ll have access to her materials anywhere, and she won’t have to carry any heavy tomes
around with her.
Borkowski says open educational resources also make courses much more engaging.
“Instead of just reading from a textbook, we had access to more resources online through
hyperlinks in the text and suggested readings from the instructor.”
KPU’s Zed Cred was made possible thanks to a $35,000 grant from BCcampus to adopt and
adapt pre-existing free online open education resources as well as create new ones.
KPU also received an Open Education Resource Grant, which matches BCcampus funding with
KPU funding for creating new open textbooks, redesigning existing resources, and providing
workshops, training and other support services.
KPU is already the leading institutional adopter of open textbooks in B.C.
“KPU is a proudly open access university,” notes Dr. Diane Purvey, dean of the Faculty of
Arts. “Zed Cred is in complete alignment with our mission to create pathways to enable all
learners to become successful.”
For more information, visit [
http://link.email.dynect.net/link.php?DynEngagement=true&H=w8Bl7ZSLqC%2…
|
http://www.kpu.ca/arts/zedcred ] .
About Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Kwantlen Polytechnic University has served the Metro Vancouver region since 1981, and has
opened doors to success for more than 200,000 learners. Four campuses—Richmond, Surrey,
Cloverdale and Langley—offer a comprehensive range of sought-after programs in business,
liberal arts, design, health, science and horticulture, trades and technology, and
academic and career advancement. Over 19,000 students annually have a choice from over 120
programs, including bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees, diplomas, certificates,
citations and apprenticeships. Learn more at [
http://link.email.dynect.net/link.php?DynEngagement=true&H=w8Bl7ZSLqC%2…
| kpu.ca ] .
Media contacts:
Corry Anderson-Fennell
Manager, Media and Communications
t: 604-599-2840
c: 604-828-5232
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1 Nov
1 Nov
11:35 a.m.
Congrats Rajiv, BCcampus, KPU and all those involved!
On Wed, Nov 1, 2017 at 11:24 AM, Amanda Coolidge <acoolidge(a)bccampus.ca>
wrote:
Congratulations to KPU- the first Zed Cred program in
Canada!
------------------------------
*From: *"Caroline Daniels" <Caroline.Daniels(a)kpu.ca>
*To: *"Openkpu" <openkpu(a)mail.bccampus.ca>
*Sent: *Wednesday, November 1, 2017 11:02:35 AM
*Subject: *[Openkpu] Textbooks too pricey? How does free sound?
This is very exciting new for Open Studies at KPU! Congrats to all of you
who were so involved in getting this off the ground!
*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE*
November 1, 2017
*KPU unveils sweet suite of courses with no-cost textbooks*
*Metro Vancouver, B.C.* – Students at Kwantlen Polytechnic University
(KPU) are about to save thousands of dollars on their education, thanks to
dozens of courses that don’t require expensive, commercial textbooks.
Launched Nov. 1, the courses are part of KPU’s Zed Cred program, which is
the first of its kind in Canada. The "Z" in Zed Cred refers to zero
textbook costs and the “Cred” refers to an entire degree program, in this
case KPU’s certificate of arts credential.
“Even a single textbook can cost well over $100, which means a student can
spend thousands of dollars on textbooks on top of the cost of tuition
during their post-secondary career,” said Dr. Rajiv Jhangiani, a university
teaching fellow in open studies and psychology instructor.
KPU has launched close to 50 courses in the Faculty of Arts that use
either free open textbooks or free library materials that are available
online.
Third-year KPU psychology student Bethany Borkowski is already planning to
take three Zed Cred courses in counselling psychology, sociology, and
journalism. Borkowski estimates she’s spent about $700 on textbooks to
date, despite buying mostly old and used editions.
“The high cost of textbooks limits university learning to those who have
accessibility and the financial resources available to cover additional
costs,” says Borkowski. “I know many people who do not buy textbooks
because of the cost, and they miss out on valuable information for a
course.”
In fact, Jhangiani recently published his research showing that 54 per
cent of BC post-secondary students do not purchase at least one of their
required course textbooks because of cost.
The introduction of Zed Cred means Borkowski will no longer have to guess
what page an instructor is referring to due to differences in their
respective textbook editions, she’ll have access to her materials anywhere,
and she won’t have to carry any heavy tomes around with her.
Borkowski says open educational resources also make courses much more
engaging.
“Instead of just reading from a textbook, we had access to more resources
online through hyperlinks in the text and suggested readings from the
instructor.”
KPU’s Zed Cred was made possible thanks to a $35,000 grant from BCcampus
to adopt and adapt pre-existing free online open education resources as
well as create new ones.
KPU also received an Open Education Resource Grant, which matches BCcampus
funding with KPU funding for creating new open textbooks, redesigning
existing resources, and providing workshops, training and other support
services.
KPU is already the leading institutional adopter of open textbooks in B.C.
“KPU is a proudly open access university,” notes Dr. Diane Purvey, dean of
the Faculty of Arts. “Zed Cred is in complete alignment with our mission to
create pathways to enable all learners to become successful.”
For more information, visit http://www.kpu.ca/arts/zedcred
<http://link.email.dynect.net/link.php?DynEngagement=true&H=w8Bl7ZSLqC%2BFFEF9P0XN9HJB14ltnTgt2r4zKtmGsiA5bfE55aykH69nbHfdRfJtkICb763R3hyZnO9yF9ZjvSY5NlYSAY4RCtY2AJHI8XKuJ5L0Qabimvc6BkOOnvkh&G=0&R=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kpu.ca%2Farts%2Fzedcred&I=20171101174646.000001150faa%40mail6-51-ussnn1&X=MHwxMDQ2NzU4OjU5ZmEwODgxNmJhNGY3NGYxOGQ3MTBkNjs%3D&S=yPDsgdyiMwqnqyV8AAw_WBcu_yWQs2PjEnqmWg39YYU>
.
*About Kwantlen Polytechnic University*
*Kwantlen Polytechnic University has served the Metro Vancouver region
since 1981, and has opened doors to success for more than 200,000 learners.
Four campuses—Richmond, Surrey, Cloverdale and Langley—offer a
comprehensive range of sought-after programs in business, liberal arts,
design, health, science and horticulture, trades and technology, and
academic and career advancement. Over 19,000 students annually have a
choice from over 120 programs, including bachelor’s degrees, associate
degrees, diplomas, certificates, citations and apprenticeships. Learn more
at **kpu.ca
<http://link.email.dynect.net/link.php?DynEngagement=true&H=w8Bl7ZSLqC%2BFFEF9P0XN9HJB14ltnTgt2r4zKtmGsiA5bfE55aykH69nbHfdRfJtkICb763R3hyZnO9yF9ZjvSY5NlYSAY4RCtY2AJHI8XKuJ5L0Qabimvc6BkOOnvkh&G=0&R=http%3A%2F%2Fkpu.ca&I=20171101174646.000001150faa%40mail6-51-ussnn1&X=MHwxMDQ2NzU4OjU5ZmEwODgxNmJhNGY3NGYxOGQ3MTBkNjs%3D&S=OEfsLBBmaxTRwwzK_v-_gWmocl3KOdQXWoaldkn-0O8>*
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c: 604-828-5232 <(604)%20828-5232>
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11:42 a.m.
New subject: Fwd: [Openkpu] Textbooks too pricey? How does free sound?
Crazy amazing work our west coast friends!
________________________________
From: Canadaoer <canadaoer-bounces(a)mail.bccampus.ca> on behalf of Brady Yano
<brady(a)sparcopen.org>
Sent: November 1, 2017 2:35:20 PM
To: Amanda Coolidge
Cc: canadaoer
Subject: Re: [Canadaoer] Fwd: [Openkpu] Textbooks too pricey? How does free sound?
Congrats Rajiv, BCcampus, KPU and all those involved!
On Wed, Nov 1, 2017 at 11:24 AM, Amanda Coolidge
<acoolidge@bccampus.ca<mailto:acoolidge@bccampus.ca>> wrote:
Congratulations to KPU- the first Zed Cred program in Canada!
________________________________
From: "Caroline Daniels"
<Caroline.Daniels@kpu.ca<mailto:Caroline.Daniels@kpu.ca>>
To: "Openkpu"
<openkpu@mail.bccampus.ca<mailto:openkpu@mail.bccampus.ca>>
Sent: Wednesday, November 1, 2017 11:02:35 AM
Subject: [Openkpu] Textbooks too pricey? How does free sound?
This is very exciting new for Open Studies at KPU! Congrats to all of you who were so
involved in getting this off the ground!
[https://meltwater-apps-production.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/images/566fd8623…]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 1, 2017
KPU unveils sweet suite of courses with no-cost textbooks
Metro Vancouver, B.C. – Students at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) are about to
save thousands of dollars on their education, thanks to dozens of courses that don’t
require expensive, commercial textbooks.
Launched Nov. 1, the courses are part of KPU’s Zed Cred program, which is the first of its
kind in Canada. The "Z" in Zed Cred refers to zero textbook costs and the “Cred”
refers to an entire degree program, in this case KPU’s certificate of arts credential.
“Even a single textbook can cost well over $100, which means a student can spend thousands
of dollars on textbooks on top of the cost of tuition during their post-secondary career,”
said Dr. Rajiv Jhangiani, a university teaching fellow in open studies and psychology
instructor.
KPU has launched close to 50 courses in the Faculty of Arts that use either free open
textbooks or free library materials that are available online.
Third-year KPU psychology student Bethany Borkowski is already planning to take three Zed
Cred courses in counselling psychology, sociology, and journalism. Borkowski estimates
she’s spent about $700 on textbooks to date, despite buying mostly old and used
editions.
“The high cost of textbooks limits university learning to those who have accessibility and
the financial resources available to cover additional costs,” says Borkowski. “I know many
people who do not buy textbooks because of the cost, and they miss out on valuable
information for a course.”
In fact, Jhangiani recently published his research showing that 54 per cent of BC
post-secondary students do not purchase at least one of their required course textbooks
because of cost.
The introduction of Zed Cred means Borkowski will no longer have to guess what page an
instructor is referring to due to differences in their respective textbook editions,
she’ll have access to her materials anywhere, and she won’t have to carry any heavy tomes
around with her.
Borkowski says open educational resources also make courses much more engaging.
“Instead of just reading from a textbook, we had access to more resources online through
hyperlinks in the text and suggested readings from the instructor.”
KPU’s Zed Cred was made possible thanks to a $35,000 grant from BCcampus to adopt and
adapt pre-existing free online open education resources as well as create new ones.
KPU also received an Open Education Resource Grant, which matches BCcampus funding with
KPU funding for creating new open textbooks, redesigning existing resources, and providing
workshops, training and other support services.
KPU is already the leading institutional adopter of open textbooks in B.C.
“KPU is a proudly open access university,” notes Dr. Diane Purvey, dean of the Faculty of
Arts. “Zed Cred is in complete alignment with our mission to create pathways to enable all
learners to become successful.”
For more information, visit
http://www.kpu.ca/arts/zedcred<http://link.email.dynect.net/link.php?Dyn….
About Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Kwantlen Polytechnic University has served the Metro Vancouver region since 1981, and has
opened doors to success for more than 200,000 learners. Four campuses—Richmond, Surrey,
Cloverdale and Langley—offer a comprehensive range of sought-after programs in business,
liberal arts, design, health, science and horticulture, trades and technology, and
academic and career advancement. Over 19,000 students annually have a choice from over 120
programs, including bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees, diplomas, certificates,
citations and apprenticeships. Learn more at
kpu.ca<http://link.email.dynect.net/link.php?DynEngagement=true&H=w8….
Media contacts:
Corry Anderson-Fennell
Manager, Media and Communications
t: 604-599-2840<tel:(604)%20599-2840>
c: 604-828-5232<tel:(604)%20828-5232>
corry.anderson-fennell@kpu.ca<mailto:corry.anderson-fennell@kpu.ca>
Tatiana Tomljanovic
Media Specialist, KPU
t: 604.599.2883<tel:(604)%20599-2883>
c: 604.364.1288<tel:(604)%20364-1288>
tatiana.tomljanovic@kpu.ca<mailto:tatiana.tomljanovic@kpu.ca>
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11:49 a.m.
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On Wed, Nov 1, 2017 at 12:42 PM, Jenni Hayman <jhayman(a)ecampusontario.ca>
wrote:
Crazy amazing work our west coast friends!
------------------------------
*From:* Canadaoer <canadaoer-bounces(a)mail.bccampus.ca> on behalf of Brady
Yano <brady(a)sparcopen.org>
*Sent:* November 1, 2017 2:35:20 PM
*To:* Amanda Coolidge
*Cc:* canadaoer
*Subject:* Re: [Canadaoer] Fwd: [Openkpu] Textbooks too pricey? How does
free sound?
Congrats Rajiv, BCcampus, KPU and all those involved!
On Wed, Nov 1, 2017 at 11:24 AM, Amanda Coolidge <acoolidge(a)bccampus.ca>
wrote:
Congratulations to KPU- the first Zed Cred
program in Canada!
------------------------------
*From: *"Caroline Daniels" <Caroline.Daniels(a)kpu.ca>
*To: *"Openkpu" <openkpu(a)mail.bccampus.ca>
*Sent: *Wednesday, November 1, 2017 11:02:35 AM
*Subject: *[Openkpu] Textbooks too pricey? How does free sound?
This is very exciting new for Open Studies at KPU! Congrats to all of you
who were so involved in getting this off the ground!
*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE*
November 1, 2017
*KPU unveils sweet suite of courses with no-cost textbooks*
*Metro Vancouver, B.C.* – Students at Kwantlen Polytechnic University
(KPU) are about to save thousands of dollars on their education, thanks to
dozens of courses that don’t require expensive, commercial textbooks.
Launched Nov. 1, the courses are part of KPU’s Zed Cred program, which is
the first of its kind in Canada. The "Z" in Zed Cred refers to zero
textbook costs and the “Cred” refers to an entire degree program, in this
case KPU’s certificate of arts credential.
“Even a single textbook can cost well over $100, which means a student
can spend thousands of dollars on textbooks on top of the cost of tuition
during their post-secondary career,” said Dr. Rajiv Jhangiani, a university
teaching fellow in open studies and psychology instructor.
KPU has launched close to 50 courses in the Faculty of Arts that use
either free open textbooks or free library materials that are available
online.
Third-year KPU psychology student Bethany Borkowski is already planning
to take three Zed Cred courses in counselling psychology, sociology, and
journalism. Borkowski estimates she’s spent about $700 on textbooks to
date, despite buying mostly old and used editions.
“The high cost of textbooks limits university learning to those who have
accessibility and the financial resources available to cover additional
costs,” says Borkowski. “I know many people who do not buy textbooks
because of the cost, and they miss out on valuable information for a
course.”
In fact, Jhangiani recently published his research showing that 54 per
cent of BC post-secondary students do not purchase at least one of their
required course textbooks because of cost.
The introduction of Zed Cred means Borkowski will no longer have to guess
what page an instructor is referring to due to differences in their
respective textbook editions, she’ll have access to her materials anywhere,
and she won’t have to carry any heavy tomes around with her.
Borkowski says open educational resources also make courses much more
engaging.
“Instead of just reading from a textbook, we had access to more resources
online through hyperlinks in the text and suggested readings from the
instructor.”
KPU’s Zed Cred was made possible thanks to a $35,000 grant from BCcampus
to adopt and adapt pre-existing free online open education resources as
well as create new ones.
KPU also received an Open Education Resource Grant, which matches
BCcampus funding with KPU funding for creating new open textbooks,
redesigning existing resources, and providing workshops, training and other
support services.
KPU is already the leading institutional adopter of open textbooks in
B.C.
“KPU is a proudly open access university,” notes Dr. Diane Purvey, dean
of the Faculty of Arts. “Zed Cred is in complete alignment with our mission
to create pathways to enable all learners to become successful.”
For more information, visit http://www.kpu.ca/arts/zedcred
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design, health, science and horticulture, trades and technology, and
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8:36 p.m.
New subject: Fwd: [Openkpu] Textbooks too pricey? How does free sound?
<div></div><div>Amazing - great work. Lead the way!! How inspiring!
<br/>
<br/>--
<br/>Krysta McNutt, PMP
<br/>Open Education Project Manager
<br/>Centre for Teaching and Learning
<br/>University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
<br/>krystam(a)ualberta.ca | 780-710-5674 | @mcnuttsays
<br/><http://www.twitter.com/mcnuttsays>
<br/>
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<br/><http://openedgroup.org/doer-fellowship>, Community Lead, Alberta
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<br/>Education <http://www.albertaoer.com/> Community of Practice,
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<br/>Join the UA Open Education Interest Group, here
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Learn
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<br/>.
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<br/>
<br/>On Wed, Nov 1, 2017 at 12:42 PM, Jenni Hayman
&lt;jhayman(a)ecampusontario.ca&gt;
<br/>wrote:
<br/>
<br/>> Crazy amazing work our west coast friends!
<br/>> ------------------------------
<br/>> *From:* Canadaoer &lt;canadaoer-bounces(a)mail.bccampus.ca&gt;
on behalf of Brady
<br/>> Yano &lt;brady(a)sparcopen.org&gt;
<br/>> *Sent:* November 1, 2017 2:35:20 PM
<br/>> *To:* Amanda Coolidge
<br/>> *Cc:* canadaoer
<br/>> *Subject:* Re: [Canadaoer] Fwd: [Openkpu] Textbooks too pricey? How
does
<br/>> free sound?
<br/>>
<br/>> Congrats Rajiv, BCcampus, KPU and all those involved!
<br/>>
<br/>> On Wed, Nov 1, 2017 at 11:24 AM, Amanda Coolidge
&lt;acoolidge(a)bccampus.ca&gt;
<br/>> wrote:
<br/>>
<br/>>> Congratulations to KPU- the first Zed Cred program in Canada!
<br/>>>
<br/>>> ------------------------------
<br/>>> *From: *"Caroline Daniels"
&lt;Caroline.Daniels(a)kpu.ca&gt;
<br/>>> *To: *"Openkpu"
&lt;openkpu(a)mail.bccampus.ca&gt;
<br/>>> *Sent: *Wednesday, November 1, 2017 11:02:35 AM
<br/>>> *Subject: *[Openkpu] Textbooks too pricey? How does free
sound?
<br/>>>
<br/>>> This is very exciting new for Open Studies at KPU! Congrats to
all of you
<br/>>> who were so involved in getting this off the ground!
<br/>>>
<br/>>>
<br/>>>
<br/>>> *FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE*
<br/>>> November 1, 2017
<br/>>>
<br/>>> *KPU unveils sweet suite of courses with no-cost textbooks*
<br/>>>
<br/>>> *Metro Vancouver, B.C.* – Students at Kwantlen
Polytechnic University
<br/>>> (KPU) are about to save thousands of dollars on their
education, thanks to
<br/>>> dozens of courses that don’t require expensive,
commercial textbooks.
<br/>>>
<br/>>> Launched Nov. 1, the courses are part of KPU’s Zed
Cred program, which is
<br/>>> the first of its kind in Canada. The "Z" in Zed Cred
refers to zero
<br/>>> textbook costs and the “Cred” refers to an
entire degree program, in this
<br/>>> case KPU’s certificate of arts credential.
<br/>>>
<br/>>> “Even a single textbook can cost well over $100,
which means a student
<br/>>> can spend thousands of dollars on textbooks on top of the cost
of tuition
<br/>>> during their post-secondary career,” said Dr. Rajiv
Jhangiani, a university
<br/>>> teaching fellow in open studies and psychology instructor.
<br/>>>
<br/>>> KPU has launched close to 50 courses in the Faculty of Arts
that use
<br/>>> either free open textbooks or free library materials that are
available
<br/>>> online.
<br/>>>
<br/>>> Third-year KPU psychology student Bethany Borkowski is already
planning
<br/>>> to take three Zed Cred courses in counselling psychology,
sociology, and
<br/>>> journalism. Borkowski estimates she’s spent about
$700 on textbooks to
<br/>>> date, despite buying mostly old and used editions.
<br/>>>
<br/>>> “The high cost of textbooks limits university
learning to those who have
<br/>>> accessibility and the financial resources available to cover
additional
<br/>>> costs,” says Borkowski. “I know many
people who do not buy textbooks
<br/>>> because of the cost, and they miss out on valuable information
for a
<br/>>> course.”
<br/>>>
<br/>>> In fact, Jhangiani recently published his research showing
that 54 per
<br/>>> cent of BC post-secondary students do not purchase at least
one of their
<br/>>> required course textbooks because of cost.
<br/>>>
<br/>>> The introduction of Zed Cred means Borkowski will no longer
have to guess
<br/>>> what page an instructor is referring to due to differences in
their
<br/>>> respective textbook editions, she’ll have access to
her materials anywhere,
<br/>>> and she won’t have to carry any heavy tomes around
with her.
<br/>>>
<br/>>> Borkowski says open educational resources also make courses
much more
<br/>>> engaging.
<br/>>>
<br/>>> “Instead of just reading from a textbook, we had
access to more resources
<br/>>> online through hyperlinks in the text and suggested readings
from the
<br/>>> instructor.”
<br/>>>
<br/>>> KPU’s Zed Cred was made possible thanks to a $35,000
grant from BCcampus
<br/>>> to adopt and adapt pre-existing free online open education
resources as
<br/>>> well as create new ones.
<br/>>>
<br/>>> KPU also received an Open Education Resource Grant, which
matches
<br/>>> BCcampus funding with KPU funding for creating new open
textbooks,
<br/>>> redesigning existing resources, and providing workshops,
training and other
<br/>>> support services.
<br/>>>
<br/>>> KPU is already the leading institutional adopter of open
textbooks in
<br/>>> B.C.
<br/>>>
<br/>>> “KPU is a proudly open access university,”
notes Dr. Diane Purvey, dean
<br/>>> of the Faculty of Arts. “Zed Cred is in complete
alignment with our mission
<br/>>> to create pathways to enable all learners to become
successful.”
<br/>>>
<br/>>> For more information, visit http://www.kpu.ca/arts/zedcred
<br/>>>
<http://link.email.dynect.net/link.php?DynEngagement=true&H=w8Bl7ZSLqC%2BFFEF9P0XN9HJB14ltnTgt2r4zKtmGsiA5bfE55aykH69nbHfdRfJtkICb763R3hyZnO9yF9ZjvSY5NlYSAY4RCtY2AJHI8XKuJ5L0Qabimvc6BkOOnvkh&G=0&R=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kpu.ca%2Farts%2Fzedcred&I=20171101174646.000001150faa%40mail6-51-ussnn1&X=MHwxMDQ2NzU4OjU5ZmEwODgxNmJhNGY3NGYxOGQ3MTBkNjs%3D&S=yPDsgdyiMwqnqyV8AAw_WBcu_yWQs2PjEnqmWg39YYU>
<br/>>> .
<br/>>>
<br/>>> *About Kwantlen Polytechnic University*
<br/>>> *Kwantlen Polytechnic University has served the Metro
Vancouver region
<br/>>> since 1981, and has opened doors to success for more than
200,000 learners.
<br/>>> Four campuses—Richmond, Surrey, Cloverdale and
Langley—offer a
<br/>>> comprehensive range of sought-after programs in business,
liberal arts,
<br/>>> design, health, science and horticulture, trades and
technology, and
<br/>>> academic and career advancement. Over 19,000 students annually
have a
<br/>>> choice from over 120 programs, including bachelor’s
degrees, associate
<br/>>> degrees, diplomas, certificates, citations and
apprenticeships. Learn more
<br/>>> at **kpu.ca
<br/>>>
<http://link.email.dynect.net/link.php?DynEngagement=true&H=w8Bl7ZSLqC%2BFFEF9P0XN9HJB14ltnTgt2r4zKtmGsiA5bfE55aykH69nbHfdRfJtkICb763R3hyZnO9yF9ZjvSY5NlYSAY4RCtY2AJHI8XKuJ5L0Qabimvc6BkOOnvkh&G=0&R=http%3A%2F%2Fkpu.ca&I=20171101174646.000001150faa%40mail6-51-ussnn1&X=MHwxMDQ2NzU4OjU5ZmEwODgxNmJhNGY3NGYxOGQ3MTBkNjs%3D&S=OEfsLBBmaxTRwwzK_v-_gWmocl3KOdQXWoaldkn-0O8>*
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<br/>>> corry.anderson-fennell(a)kpu.ca
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<br/>>> Media Specialist, KPU
<br/>>> t: 604.599.2883 <(604)%20599-2883>
<br/>>> c: 604.364.1288 <(604)%20364-1288>
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<br/>>>
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8:39 p.m.
New subject: Fwd: [Openkpu] Textbooks too pricey? How does free sound?
<div></div><div>Amazing - great work. Lead the way!! How inspiring!
<br/>
<br/>--
<br/>Krysta McNutt, PMP
<br/>Open Education Project Manager
<br/>Centre for Teaching and Learning
<br/>University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
<br/>krystam(a)ualberta.ca | 780-710-5674 | @mcnuttsays
<br/><http://www.twitter.com/mcnuttsays>
<br/>
<br/>Designing with OER Fellow, Open Education Group
<br/><http://openedgroup.org/doer-fellowship>, Community Lead, Alberta
Open
<br/>Education <http://www.albertaoer.com/> Community of Practice,
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<br/>wrote:
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<br/>> Crazy amazing work our west coast friends!
<br/>> ------------------------------
<br/>> *From:* Canadaoer &lt;canadaoer-bounces(a)mail.bccampus.ca&gt;
on behalf of Brady
<br/>> Yano &lt;brady(a)sparcopen.org&gt;
<br/>> *Sent:* November 1, 2017 2:35:20 PM
<br/>> *To:* Amanda Coolidge
<br/>> *Cc:* canadaoer
<br/>> *Subject:* Re: [Canadaoer] Fwd: [Openkpu] Textbooks too pricey? How
does
<br/>> free sound?
<br/>>
<br/>> Congrats Rajiv, BCcampus, KPU and all those involved!
<br/>>
<br/>> On Wed, Nov 1, 2017 at 11:24 AM, Amanda Coolidge
&lt;acoolidge(a)bccampus.ca&gt;
<br/>> wrote:
<br/>>
<br/>>> Congratulations to KPU- the first Zed Cred program in Canada!
<br/>>>
<br/>>> ------------------------------
<br/>>> *From: *"Caroline Daniels"
&lt;Caroline.Daniels(a)kpu.ca&gt;
<br/>>> *To: *"Openkpu"
&lt;openkpu(a)mail.bccampus.ca&gt;
<br/>>> *Sent: *Wednesday, November 1, 2017 11:02:35 AM
<br/>>> *Subject: *[Openkpu] Textbooks too pricey? How does free
sound?
<br/>>>
<br/>>> This is very exciting new for Open Studies at KPU! Congrats to
all of you
<br/>>> who were so involved in getting this off the ground!
<br/>>>
<br/>>>
<br/>>>
<br/>>> *FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE*
<br/>>> November 1, 2017
<br/>>>
<br/>>> *KPU unveils sweet suite of courses with no-cost textbooks*
<br/>>>
<br/>>> *Metro Vancouver, B.C.* – Students at Kwantlen
Polytechnic University
<br/>>> (KPU) are about to save thousands of dollars on their
education, thanks to
<br/>>> dozens of courses that don’t require expensive,
commercial textbooks.
<br/>>>
<br/>>> Launched Nov. 1, the courses are part of KPU’s Zed
Cred program, which is
<br/>>> the first of its kind in Canada. The "Z" in Zed Cred
refers to zero
<br/>>> textbook costs and the “Cred” refers to an
entire degree program, in this
<br/>>> case KPU’s certificate of arts credential.
<br/>>>
<br/>>> “Even a single textbook can cost well over $100,
which means a student
<br/>>> can spend thousands of dollars on textbooks on top of the cost
of tuition
<br/>>> during their post-secondary career,” said Dr. Rajiv
Jhangiani, a university
<br/>>> teaching fellow in open studies and psychology instructor.
<br/>>>
<br/>>> KPU has launched close to 50 courses in the Faculty of Arts
that use
<br/>>> either free open textbooks or free library materials that are
available
<br/>>> online.
<br/>>>
<br/>>> Third-year KPU psychology student Bethany Borkowski is already
planning
<br/>>> to take three Zed Cred courses in counselling psychology,
sociology, and
<br/>>> journalism. Borkowski estimates she’s spent about
$700 on textbooks to
<br/>>> date, despite buying mostly old and used editions.
<br/>>>
<br/>>> “The high cost of textbooks limits university
learning to those who have
<br/>>> accessibility and the financial resources available to cover
additional
<br/>>> costs,” says Borkowski. “I know many
people who do not buy textbooks
<br/>>> because of the cost, and they miss out on valuable information
for a
<br/>>> course.”
<br/>>>
<br/>>> In fact, Jhangiani recently published his research showing
that 54 per
<br/>>> cent of BC post-secondary students do not purchase at least
one of their
<br/>>> required course textbooks because of cost.
<br/>>>
<br/>>> The introduction of Zed Cred means Borkowski will no longer
have to guess
<br/>>> what page an instructor is referring to due to differences in
their
<br/>>> respective textbook editions, she’ll have access to
her materials anywhere,
<br/>>> and she won’t have to carry any heavy tomes around
with her.
<br/>>>
<br/>>> Borkowski says open educational resources also make courses
much more
<br/>>> engaging.
<br/>>>
<br/>>> “Instead of just reading from a textbook, we had
access to more resources
<br/>>> online through hyperlinks in the text and suggested readings
from the
<br/>>> instructor.”
<br/>>>
<br/>>> KPU’s Zed Cred was made possible thanks to a $35,000
grant from BCcampus
<br/>>> to adopt and adapt pre-existing free online open education
resources as
<br/>>> well as create new ones.
<br/>>>
<br/>>> KPU also received an Open Education Resource Grant, which
matches
<br/>>> BCcampus funding with KPU funding for creating new open
textbooks,
<br/>>> redesigning existing resources, and providing workshops,
training and other
<br/>>> support services.
<br/>>>
<br/>>> KPU is already the leading institutional adopter of open
textbooks in
<br/>>> B.C.
<br/>>>
<br/>>> “KPU is a proudly open access university,”
notes Dr. Diane Purvey, dean
<br/>>> of the Faculty of Arts. “Zed Cred is in complete
alignment with our mission
<br/>>> to create pathways to enable all learners to become
successful.”
<br/>>>
<br/>>> For more information, visit http://www.kpu.ca/arts/zedcred
<br/>>>
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<br/>>> since 1981, and has opened doors to success for more than
200,000 learners.
<br/>>> Four campuses—Richmond, Surrey, Cloverdale and
Langley—offer a
<br/>>> comprehensive range of sought-after programs in business,
liberal arts,
<br/>>> design, health, science and horticulture, trades and
technology, and
<br/>>> academic and career advancement. Over 19,000 students annually
have a
<br/>>> choice from over 120 programs, including bachelor’s
degrees, associate
<br/>>> degrees, diplomas, certificates, citations and
apprenticeships. Learn more
<br/>>> at **kpu.ca
<br/>>>
<http://link.email.dynect.net/link.php?DynEngagement=true&H=w8Bl7ZSLqC%2BFFEF9P0XN9HJB14ltnTgt2r4zKtmGsiA5bfE55aykH69nbHfdRfJtkICb763R3hyZnO9yF9ZjvSY5NlYSAY4RCtY2AJHI8XKuJ5L0Qabimvc6BkOOnvkh&G=0&R=http%3A%2F%2Fkpu.ca&I=20171101174646.000001150faa%40mail6-51-ussnn1&X=MHwxMDQ2NzU4OjU5ZmEwODgxNmJhNGY3NGYxOGQ3MTBkNjs%3D&S=OEfsLBBmaxTRwwzK_v-_gWmocl3KOdQXWoaldkn-0O8>*
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<br/>>>
<br/>>>
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<br/>>> *Media contacts:*
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<br/>>>
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<br/>>> c: 604.364.1288 <(604)%20364-1288>
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New subject: Fwd: [Openkpu] Textbooks too pricey? How does free sound?
Bravo. Well done. Sets a new pattern. Like it.
d
On Nov 1, 2017, at 2:35 PM, Brady Yano
<brady(a)sparcopen.org> wrote:
Congrats Rajiv, BCcampus, KPU and all those involved!
On Wed, Nov 1, 2017 at 11:24 AM, Amanda Coolidge <acoolidge(a)bccampus.ca
<mailto:acoolidge@bccampus.ca>> wrote:
Congratulations to KPU- the first Zed Cred program in Canada!
From: "Caroline Daniels" <Caroline.Daniels(a)kpu.ca
<mailto:Caroline.Daniels@kpu.ca>>
To: "Openkpu" <openkpu(a)mail.bccampus.ca
<mailto:openkpu@mail.bccampus.ca>>
Sent: Wednesday, November 1, 2017 11:02:35 AM
Subject: [Openkpu] Textbooks too pricey? How does free sound?
This is very exciting new for Open Studies at KPU! Congrats to all of you who were so
involved in getting this off the ground!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 1, 2017
KPU unveils sweet suite of courses with no-cost textbooks
Metro Vancouver, B.C. – Students at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) are about to
save thousands of dollars on their education, thanks to dozens of courses that don’t
require expensive, commercial textbooks.
Launched Nov. 1, the courses are part of KPU’s Zed Cred program, which is the first of
its kind in Canada. The "Z" in Zed Cred refers to zero textbook costs and the
“Cred” refers to an entire degree program, in this case KPU’s certificate of arts
credential.
“Even a single textbook can cost well over $100, which means a student can spend
thousands of dollars on textbooks on top of the cost of tuition during their
post-secondary career,” said Dr. Rajiv Jhangiani, a university teaching fellow in open
studies and psychology instructor.
KPU has launched close to 50 courses in the Faculty of Arts that use either free open
textbooks or free library materials that are available online.
Third-year KPU psychology student Bethany Borkowski is already planning to take three Zed
Cred courses in counselling psychology, sociology, and journalism. Borkowski estimates
she’s spent about $700 on textbooks to date, despite buying mostly old and used editions.
“The high cost of textbooks limits university learning to those who have accessibility
and the financial resources available to cover additional costs,” says Borkowski. “I know
many people who do not buy textbooks because of the cost, and they miss out on valuable
information for a course.”
In fact, Jhangiani recently published his research showing that 54 per cent of BC
post-secondary students do not purchase at least one of their required course textbooks
because of cost.
The introduction of Zed Cred means Borkowski will no longer have to guess what page an
instructor is referring to due to differences in their respective textbook editions,
she’ll have access to her materials anywhere, and she won’t have to carry any heavy tomes
around with her.
Borkowski says open educational resources also make courses much more engaging.
“Instead of just reading from a textbook, we had access to more resources online through
hyperlinks in the text and suggested readings from the instructor.”
KPU’s Zed Cred was made possible thanks to a $35,000 grant from BCcampus to adopt and
adapt pre-existing free online open education resources as well as create new ones.
KPU also received an Open Education Resource Grant, which matches BCcampus funding with
KPU funding for creating new open textbooks, redesigning existing resources, and providing
workshops, training and other support services.
KPU is already the leading institutional adopter of open textbooks in B.C.
“KPU is a proudly open access university,” notes Dr. Diane Purvey, dean of the Faculty of
Arts. “Zed Cred is in complete alignment with our mission to create pathways to enable all
learners to become successful.”
For more information, visit http://www.kpu.ca/arts/zedcred
<http://link.email.dynect.net/link.php?DynEngagement=true&H=w8Bl7ZSLqC%2BFFEF9P0XN9HJB14ltnTgt2r4zKtmGsiA5bfE55aykH69nbHfdRfJtkICb763R3hyZnO9yF9ZjvSY5NlYSAY4RCtY2AJHI8XKuJ5L0Qabimvc6BkOOnvkh&G=0&R=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kpu.ca%2Farts%2Fzedcred&I=20171101174646.000001150faa%40mail6-51-ussnn1&X=MHwxMDQ2NzU4OjU5ZmEwODgxNmJhNGY3NGYxOGQ3MTBkNjs%3D&S=yPDsgdyiMwqnqyV8AAw_WBcu_yWQs2PjEnqmWg39YYU>.
About Kwantlen Polytechnic University
>
Kwantlen Polytechnic University has served the Metro Vancouver region since 1981, and has
opened doors to success for more than 200,000 learners. Four campuses—Richmond, Surrey,
Cloverdale and Langley—offer a comprehensive range of sought-after programs in business,
liberal arts, design, health, science and horticulture, trades and technology, and
academic and career advancement. Over 19,000 students annually have a choice from over 120
programs, including bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees, diplomas, certificates,
citations and apprenticeships. Learn more at kpu.ca
<http://link.email.dynect.net/link.php?DynEngagement=true&H=w8Bl7ZSLqC%2BFFEF9P0XN9HJB14ltnTgt2r4zKtmGsiA5bfE55aykH69nbHfdRfJtkICb763R3hyZnO9yF9ZjvSY5NlYSAY4RCtY2AJHI8XKuJ5L0Qabimvc6BkOOnvkh&G=0&R=http%3A%2F%2Fkpu.ca&I=20171101174646.000001150faa%40mail6-51-ussnn1&X=MHwxMDQ2NzU4OjU5ZmEwODgxNmJhNGY3NGYxOGQ3MTBkNjs%3D&S=OEfsLBBmaxTRwwzK_v-_gWmocl3KOdQXWoaldkn-0O8>.
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Congratulations to KPU- the first Zed Cred program in Canada!
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This is very exciting new for Open Studies at KPU! Congrats to all of you who were so
involved in getting this off the ground!
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 1, 2017
KPU unveils sweet suite of courses with no-cost textbooks
Metro Vancouver, B.C. – Students at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) are about to
save thousands of dollars on their education, thanks to dozens of courses that don’t
require expensive, commercial textbooks.
Launched Nov. 1, the courses are part of KPU’s Zed Cred program, which is the first of its
kind in Canada. The "Z" in Zed Cred refers to zero textbook costs and the “Cred”
refers to an entire degree program, in this case KPU’s certificate of arts credential.
“Even a single textbook can cost well over $100, which means a student can spend thousands
of dollars on textbooks on top of the cost of tuition during their post-secondary career,”
said Dr. Rajiv Jhangiani, a university teaching fellow in open studies and psychology
instructor.
KPU has launched close to 50 courses in the Faculty of Arts that use either free open
textbooks or free library materials that are available online.
Third-year KPU psychology student Bethany Borkowski is already planning to take three Zed
Cred courses in counselling psychology, sociology, and journalism. Borkowski estimates
she’s spent about $700 on textbooks to date, despite buying mostly old and used
editions.
“The high cost of textbooks limits university learning to those who have accessibility and
the financial resources available to cover additional costs,” says Borkowski. “I know many
people who do not buy textbooks because of the cost, and they miss out on valuable
information for a course.”
In fact, Jhangiani recently published his research showing that 54 per cent of BC
post-secondary students do not purchase at least one of their required course textbooks
because of cost.
The introduction of Zed Cred means Borkowski will no longer have to guess what page an
instructor is referring to due to differences in their respective textbook editions,
she’ll have access to her materials anywhere, and she won’t have to carry any heavy tomes
around with her.
Borkowski says open educational resources also make courses much more engaging.
“Instead of just reading from a textbook, we had access to more resources online through
hyperlinks in the text and suggested readings from the instructor.”
KPU’s Zed Cred was made possible thanks to a $35,000 grant from BCcampus to adopt and
adapt pre-existing free online open education resources as well as create new ones.
KPU also received an Open Education Resource Grant, which matches BCcampus funding with
KPU funding for creating new open textbooks, redesigning existing resources, and providing
workshops, training and other support services.
KPU is already the leading institutional adopter of open textbooks in B.C.
“KPU is a proudly open access university,” notes Dr. Diane Purvey, dean of the Faculty of
Arts. “Zed Cred is in complete alignment with our mission to create pathways to enable all
learners to become successful.”
For more information, visit
http://www.kpu.ca/arts/zedcred<http://link.email.dynect.net/link.php?Dyn….
About Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Kwantlen Polytechnic University has served the Metro Vancouver region since 1981, and has
opened doors to success for more than 200,000 learners. Four campuses—Richmond, Surrey,
Cloverdale and Langley—offer a comprehensive range of sought-after programs in business,
liberal arts, design, health, science and horticulture, trades and technology, and
academic and career advancement. Over 19,000 students annually have a choice from over 120
programs, including bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees, diplomas, certificates,
citations and apprenticeships. Learn more at
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