An excellent 56 min. overview of OER and digital courseware for economics used in community colleges in California by Fahmida Fakhruddin. Important discussion by Steve Greenlaw dispelling common OER myths re: funding, OER creation process, peer review process, quality control and more.

Includes instructor resources for Canvas integration. OpenStax provides a low-cost print option for those who pref that format.

Used by 41 CA community colleges, the second edition includes many current examples and recent data from FRED (Federal Reserve Economic Data), which are presented in a politically equitable way. The outcome is a balanced approach to the theory and application of economics concepts. The second edition was developed with significant feedback from current users.

Used by 40 CA community colleges. Wherever possible, data from FRED was included and referenced. In most of these uses, links to the direct source of the FRED data are provided, and students are encouraged to explore the information and the overall FRED resources more thoroughly.

Derived from Principles of Economics by OpenStax College. Includes many current examples incl. discussions on the Great Depression, Affordable Care Act controversies, the appointment of the first female Federal Reserve Chair, Janet Yellen.

Includes traditional topics but also healthcare, natural resources, immigration, and agricultural economies. Files for quiz and lecture slides available.

Thorough text inclusive of many social identity groups

2020 Adaptation of Principles of Microeconomics originally published by OpenStax. INcl over 200 multiple choice questions, examples, eight case studies including questions and solutions, over 200 editable figures. Various download options.

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See which 6 OER titles are used and by which colleges. Features quality and accessibility evaluations.

See which 5 OER titles are used at which colleges. Features quality and accessibility evaluations.