Affordable Course Materials

The University of Oregon Libraries is committed to supporting faculty in adopting free and affordable course materials to reduce the high cost of course textbooks and reduce learning barriers for their students. Free and affordable materials include Open Educational Resources (OER), open access scholarly materials, faculty-authored materials, and library-owned and licensed materials, such as library ebooks.

Students: Find Free and Affordable Course Materials
Faculty: Learn How to Lower Course Materials Costs

Course Materials Affordability Data Dashboard

In partnership with the Office of the Provost and the Duck Store, the University of Oregon Libraries maintains a course materials affordability data dashboard to help us track our progress in improving student affordability. Explore the full dashboard to learn more.

 

Affordability at a Glance: 2022–24

$3.3 Million
Total student cost avoidance
1,297+
Courses using OER, library materials, or Canvas readings
517
Faculty choosing free course materials