Communities of Practice: Team Building, Problem-Solving & Evidence-Based Strategies focuses on how to create a faculty community of practice at your own college. The session will include: how to get started, how to structure learning activities, build community, and create sustained conversations on curriculum and pedagogy. Attendees will learn how to implement activities within a […]

ZTC, LTC, and BFIM policies are all components of a system-wide effort to address inequities related to instructional materials. What ZTC-related expectations does the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office have of the colleges? As colleges conclude their ZTC work or develop a spend-down plan, what actions do local academic leaders need to take? Why should […]

Registration is now open for the collaborative AB 1705 Learning Series Webinars and Virtual Event Series, presented by the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office (Chancellor’s Office). This interactive, virtual workshop series is presented by community college English and math faculty sharing their experience in transforming their classroom through active learning strategies, growth mindset, culturally responsive […]

An introductory session for faculty new to open education. This session will help you understand OER, open pedagogy, zero textbook costs, and other foundational topics. Bring your curiosity – and your questions.Register here Note: Users cannot register for this webinar through the Vision Resource Center. This webinar requires access/registration outside of the Vision Resource Center. […]

In this session, the speakers will address the following questions: What happens when we stop thinking about assessment as something students complete and instead start designing it as something students experience? How can we engage students in active, accessible, and authentic learning through board games and chatbots? Presenters: Joseph Harrington, Associate Professor of Spanish, San […]

The OERI is pleased to offer a series of math OER office hours throughout the term. These office hours will serve as a question-and-answer session where attendees bring in their math OER needs, requests, and questions. Attendees can also use this space to receive guidance and ask questions pertaining to MyOpenMath.Register here Note: Users cannot […]

In this session, the speakers will address the following questions: How can we design writing assignments that make students’ thinking, decision-making, and learning visible—not just their finished products? What does authentic student voice mean in an AI-assisted writing environment, and how can we help students develop and recognize their own voices? How do we use […]

Wondering how OER can align with the new ENGL C1002: Introduction to Literature template? This conversation offers English faculty space to exchange perspectives, review available OER, and identify where additional resources may be needed. Come with questions, insights, or curiosities; your input will help shape next steps toward a sustainable zero-textbook-cost ENGL C1002.Register here Note: […]

The second annual Reclaiming Joy will be held on Friday, March 19, 2027, hosted by the Chancellor’s Office Academic Affairs team. This information session will provide helpful insights about this year’s event, emphasizing opportunities for colleges to coordinate on-campus activities in support of “reimagining assessments.” In the spirit of redesign, Reclaiming Joy is an opportunity […]

This five-part series explores culturally responsive teaching practices and equitable, authentic assessment strategies faculty can apply directly in their courses. • Sept. 11, 2026 • 10–11:30 a.m. — Introduction to Culturally Responsive Best Practices • Oct. 2, 2026 • 10–11 a.m. — Session 1: Six Ways to Teach That • Oct. 9, 2026 • 10–11 […]

As of Fall 2026, most new pathways funded with Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) Degree Program dollars are required to be implemented and many colleges have added new resources to COOL4Ed as required by the ZTC legislation. Join us for an overview of newly available art history OER, to share what OER you’re working on, and/or […]

Curious about OER and you don’t know where to start? Join us to start your OER discovery journey. Where can you find existing OER for your discipline? Join us to learn how to find OER – and options to consider when you can’t find anything.Register here Note: Users cannot register for this webinar through the […]