Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) Programs
Province-wide
Institution-specific
- Certificate in Arts – KPU
- Certificate in General Studies – TRU
- Law Enforcement Studies Diploma – JIBC
Open Textbooks – New
- The Ancient and Medieval World – KPU with contributions from Corpus Christi College, Langara, UFV, VIU
- British Columbia in a Global Context (geography) – Okanagan, SFU, UBC, UFV
- Canadian History: Pre-Confederation – TRU
- Canadian History: Post-Confederation – TRU
- Clinical Procedures for Safer Patient Care – BCIT
- English Literature: Moderns and Victorians – Camosun
- Ethics in Law Enforcement – JIBC
- Foundations in Digital Marketing: Building Meaningful Customer Relationships and Engaged Audiences – Langara
- Graphic Design and Print Production Fundamentals – BCIT, ECUAD
- Introduction to Consumer Behaviour – KPU
- Introduction to Criminology – KPU, with contributions from Capilano, Coast Mt College, Langara, SFU, TRU, UFV, VIU
- Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality in BC – Capilano, RRU, VIU, George Brown
- Knowing Home: Braiding Indigenous Science with Western Science, Book 1 – U.Vic.
- Knowing Home: Braiding Indigenous Science with Western Science-Book 2 – U.Vic.
- Laboratory Manual for Introduction to Physical Geography, First British Columbia Edition – CotR, Okanagan, Selkirk, SFU, TRU, UBCO, UBCV, UVic
- Laboratory Manual for Introduction to Physical Geography, Second Edition – CotR, Okanagan, Selkirk, SFU, TRU, UBCO, UBCV, UVic
- Physical Geology – TRU
- Psychology of Language – TRU
- Supporting Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities and Mental Illness – Alberta
- The Originals: Classic Readings in Western Philosophy – TRU
Open Textbooks – Adaptations/New Editions
- Anatomy and Physiology: OpenStax (customized for Douglas courses) – Douglas
- Concepts of Biology – 1st Canadian Edition – Camosun
- Database Design, 2nd Edition – Douglas
- Fundamentals of Nursing Pharmacology: A Conceptual Approach – 1st Canadian Edition – BCIT
- Global Women’s Issues: Women in the World Today, extended version – U.Vic.
- Greek and Latin Roots: Part I Latin – U.Vic.
- Greek and Latin Roots: Part II Greek – U.Vic
- Introduction to Psychology-1st Canadian Edition – RRU
- Introduction to Sociology-1st Canadian Edition – TRU
- Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality in BC – 2nd Edition – BCIT, Capilano, CotR, Heiltsuk First Nation, NIC, Selkirk, RRU, VIU; go2HR
- Introductory Business Statistics with Interactive Spreadsheets-1st Canadian Edition – TRU
- Introductory Chemistry-1st Canadian Edition – VIU
- Mastering Strategic Management-1st Canadian Edition – CotR, Coast Mt College (NWCC)
- Principles of Microeconomics: OpenStax – U.Vic.
- Principles of Social Psychology-1st International Edition – KPU, Capilano
- Project Management – Douglas
- Writing for Success-1st Canadian Edition – JIBC
Adult Basic Education (ABE)
- Advanced English – UFV
- Adult Literacy Fundamental Mathematics Book 2, 2nd Edition
- Adult Literacy Fundamental Mathematics: Book 4, 2nd Edition
- Adult Literacy Fundamental Mathematics Book 6, 2nd Edition
- BC Reads series (6 course packs; 6 readers) – VCC
- Building Blocks of Academic Writing – KPU
- Business/Technical Mathematics – TRU
- Composition and Literature: A Handbook and Anthology – Alexander College, Camosun College
- Current & Emerging Computing Technology – Capilano, CotR, VCC
- Human Biology: Human Anatomy and Physiology – TRU
- Intermediate Algebra and Trigonometry – UFV
- Introductory Algebra – TRU
- Key Concepts of Computer Studies – CNC
- Key Concepts of Intermediate Level Math – CNC
- Math for Trades: Volume 1 – BCIT
- Provincial English – UFV
- Student Success – CotR
Trades
- AutoCAD 2D eBook – VCC
- AutoCAD 3D eBook – VCC
- Autodesk Inventory eBook – VCC
- Barbering Techniques for Hairstylists – VCC, VIU
- Basic HVAC – BCIT
- Basic Motor Control – BCIT
- Common Core Trades (23 books) – Camosun
- Culinary Arts (9 books) – BC Cook Articulation Committee
- Hair Colour for Hairstylists: Level 2 – VIU
- Math for Trades: Volume 1 – BCIT
- Math for Trades: Volume 2 – BCIT
- Math for Trades: Volume 3 – BCIT
- Open Pedagogy in the Trades – CMTN
- Pattern Development: Sheet Metal Level 1 – Camosun
- Plumbing (from the Industry Training Authority of BC and Camosun)
- Block A: Sewers, Plumbing Apprenticeship Program Level 1
- Block B: Water Services and Distribution Systems, Plumbing Apprenticeship Program Level 1
- Block D: Compressed Air Systems, Plumbing Apprenticeship Program Level 1
- Block E: Fuel Gas Systems, Plumbing Apprenticeship Program Level 1
- Block F: Hydronic Heating and Cooling Systems, Plumbing Apprenticeship Program Level 1
- Block G: Green Thermal Systems, Plumbing Apprenticeship Program Level 1
- Red Seal Landscape Horticulturist Identify Plants and Plant Requirements: Line F Apply Horticultural Practices: F2 – KPU
Open Course Packs
- Environmental Geology – TRU
-
Intermediate Level Math – CNC
- Introduction to Entrepreneurship – KPU
- Introduction to Innovation – KPU
- Psychology of Language – CNC/TRU
- Understanding Racism – Selkirk
Supplemental Materials
Also see Homework section
Aligned by Textbook
- Anatomy and Physiology: OpenStax: Health Case Studies – BCIT
- Astronomy: OpenStax: Digital diagrams – Douglas
- British Columbia in a Global Context: Open case studies (Climate Change; Illegal Logging) – UBC
- British Columbia in a Global Context: Set of five open case studies (Sustainable Food Systems on Campus) – UBC
- Canadian History: Post-Confederation: Videos (YouTube) and editable video files -TRU
- Canadian History: Pre-Confederation: Videos (YouTube) and editable video files -TRU
- Clinical Procedures for Safer Patient Care: Health Case Studies – BCIT
- College Physics: OpenStax: Videos (YouTube), editable video files, and Instructor testbanks
- Common Core Trades: 23 self tests – Camosun
- Common Core Trades: 3D images and videos to accompany – Camosun
- Common Core Trades: OER Toolkit for Trades Instructors – Camosun
- Concepts of Biology – 1st Canadian Edition: Lab manual and prep sheets, 10 text-based assignments, PowerPoint slides, instructional videos (YouTube) and editable video files – Camosun
- Culinary Arts: Testbank – BC Cook Articulation Committee
- Democracy in Brief: PPT, quizzes, questions – UVic
- Education and Career Planning Open Course: Instructor assignment guide – CotR
- Introduction to Psychology-1st Canadian Edition:
- Testbank – multiple institutions
- Open courseware – KPU
- Open case study (Climate Change) – UBC
- Introduction to Sociology-2nd Canadian Edition: Open case studies (Climate Change; Trawl Fishery) – UBC
- Introductory Business Statistics (OpenStax): Introduction to Business Statistics Problem Ancillary Materials: Yukon Edition – Yukon U
- Introductory Chemistry-1st Canadian Edition: PowerPoint slides – VIU
- Mechanics: Learning logs, learning evaluation, tutorials
- Mechanics Map: OER mechanics images – Douglas, UBC
- Physical Geology: Embedded exercises (questions and answers) – TRU
- Principles of Economics: OpenStax: Open case studies (Enbridge; Illegal Logging; Trawl Fishery) – UBC
- Principles of Marketing: Testbank – Okanagan
- Sustainability: A Comprehensive Foundation: Set of five open case studies (Sustainable Food Systems on Campus) – UBC
- Teaching in a Digital Age: Reflection exercises (12 sets) – UVic
Stand Alone
- Education and Career Planning (EDCP) online course – CotR, Camosun, Douglas, NLC, Coast Mt College (NWCC), Selkirk, VCC;
- Instructor’s manual – CotR
- Nursing Skills Videos – BCIT
- Nursing Virtual Case Studies (and in Pressbooks) – BCIT
- OER mechanic images by UBC Engineering and Douglas College Physics and Astronomy
- Open Case Studies – UBC
- Sim Labs for Thermodynamics and Thermal Power Plan Simulator – BCIT
- Stanley Park Geography VR Field Trip – UBC
- WeBWork Online Homework Problems for Mechanical and Chemical Engineering courses – UBC
Homework
- Concepts of Biology – 1st Canadian Edition (80 interactive activities) – Camosun, KPU
- Foundations in Digital Marketing: Building Meaningful Customer Relationships and Engaged Audiences – Langara
- Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality in BC-2nd Edition – Capilano, CotR, Selkirk, RRU, TRU
-
Le Français Interactif: An Activity Companion Site – Langara, UBCV, UFV
- Organic Chemistry with a Biological Emphasis – Volumes I & II (practice problems and answers) – VIU
- Principles of Marketing-H5P Edition – TRU
- Principles of Social Psychology-1st International H5P Edition – Capilano, KPU
- Psychology – H5P Edition – UBC
- Technical Writing Essentials – H5P Edition – CNC, UVic
- Vital Sign Measurement Across the Lifespan – 2nd Cdn Ed (over 120 interactive activities) – Douglas, UFV, VIU, Centennial College (ON)
- Writing for Success, 1st Cdn H5P Edition – Douglas, TRU
Guides and Toolkits
OER Toolkit for Trades Instructors (aligned with Common Core Trades series) – Camosun, KPU, UFV
Pulling Together series (the result of the Indigenization Project; led by a steering committee of Indigenous education leaders; authored by Indigenous and ally writers)
- Foundations Guide
- A Guide for Curriculum Developers
- A Guide for Teachers and Instructors
- A Guide for Front-Line Staff, Student Services, and Advisors
- A Guide for Leaders and Administrators
Open Applications
Sustainability: Open Events, Practices, Tools, OER
BCIT:
- Distributed OER grants for multiple projects using institutional support, part 1; developed OER sprints for supplemental materials or course redesign, part 2
- Provided on-campus training, workshops, and infrastructure for Pressbooks
- Completed an assessment of nursing OER (aligned those from eCampusON with B.C. competencies)
- Completed an evaluation of RN Pharmacology open textbook
- Completed Open Education Sustainability Grants for Institutions (2020-2021) projects
Camosun College: Created an OER workshop specific to trades
Camosun College: Completed Open Education Sustainability Grants for Institutions (2019-2022) projects
Capilano University: Completed Open Education Sustainability Grants for Institutions (2019-2021) projects
Coast Mt College: Completed Open Education Sustainability Grants for Institutions (2019-2021) projects
College of the Rockies/Selkirk College (joint project): Completed Open Education Foundation Grants for Institutions (2020-2021) projects
Justice Institute of B.C.: Completed Open Education Sustainability Grants for Institutions (2019-2022) projects
KPU: Distributed OER grants for multiple projects using institutional support, part 1; OER adaptation and open pedagogy workshops, course-specific adaptation project, part 2
- Living Well with Dementia (online course and website)
- Speaking and Writing Punjabi (open textbook)
KPU: Completed Open Education Sustainability Grants for Institutions (2019-2022) projects
SFU: OER Protege Program
TRU: STEM review for open homework systems
UBC-Okanagan: Completed Open Education Foundation Grants for Institutions (2020-2021) projects
UNBC: Built an institutional open infrastructure: review, revise, write open textbooks/OER
- Instrumental Chemical Analysis (video tutorials)
VIU: Exploring an open path for first-year engineering
Time Investment Grants
- Coast Mt College: Indigenous OER for Business and Law Ethics (Indigenous Perspectives on Business Ethics and Business Law in British Columbia)
- College of New Caledonia: Creation of a student work-readiness OER
- Okanagan College: Creation of an open education plan