Academic Senate Motion #2425D
Motion presenter
Senator Megan Lin
Dates of Faculty Senate discussion
November 1, 2024
Rationale
Whereas, Open Educational Resources (OER) support student success by providing free and readily available educational materials to students; and Whereas, the Center for Teaching Excellence Open Learning Specialist positions plays an essential role in supporting all aspects of open learning, including OER development and adoption; and Whereas, the Academic Senate has played a key role in supporting OER and open learning development at Lansing Community College.
Original Motion
Be it Resolved, that the Academic Senate strongly encourages Executive Leadership to ensure the continued success of the Open Learning program by funding the CTE Open Learning Specialist position.
Senate Action
Approved as Voted.
Senate President’s signature
[signed by Academic Senate President Nothnagel]
Forwarded to the following on January 21, 2025:
- Provost Sally Welch
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Sally Welch
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