Open Education and Textbook Affordability at Oregon Tech

2025 Library OER Grants

The aim of the Library OER Grant program is to increase equity for our students by reducing the cost and increasing the accessibility of course materials. Recent research shows that using free or low-cost course materials can decrease drop/fail/withdrawal rates, especially among financially vulnerable student groups. 

2025 grant amounts vary based on the complexity of each project: 

• $1,000 for adopting affordable (under $40) or open course materials. 

• $1,500 for adapting existing open course material to fit the needs of your course. 

• $2,000 for the creation of new free or open course materials. 

The timeframe for the work typically must take place over the summer with grant stipends paid in September, but if you are interested in a grant during other terms, please contact Loree Hyde.

Apply to adopt or adapt existing OER materials 

If you’re unfamiliar with open educational resources, introductory material will be provided as part of this program, and the library can connect you to whatever resources you need, including publishing platforms such as Pressbooks for free and open materials. 

Questions? Please contact Loree Hyde. For state grant opportunities, also check Open Oregon.