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Open Textbook Pilot Program Grant for Creation and Expansion of Open Educational Resources

The U.S. Department of Education, supported by the U.S. Department of Labor, is seeking applications for the Open Textbook Pilot Program to fund the creation and expansion of open textbooks in higher education. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Postsecondary Education - Supported by U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration - Products/Services Requested: - Development of new open textbooks and expansion of their use in high-enrollment courses or programs preparing individuals for in-demand fields - Emphasis on projects that maximize student cost savings and sustainability - Integration of AI and the Great Books of Western History is encouraged to enhance accessibility and educational outcomes - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with accessibility standards (ADA, Section 504, WCAG 2.1/2.2) - Use of universal design principles and industry-recognized open standards for digital content - Eligible applicants include public and private institutions of higher education, state higher education agencies, and nonprofit agencies - Funding Details: - Estimated total funding: $7,000,000 - Individual awards: $1,500,000 to $2,000,000 - Project period: up to 48 months (four years) - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named, as the focus is on open educational resource development rather than procurement of commercial products.

Description

The Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor is soliciting applications to administer the Open Textbook Pilot Program on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education. The program supports projects at eligible institutions of higher education or State higher education agencies to create new open textbooks and expand their use in high-enrollment courses or programs preparing individuals for in-demand fields. The pilot emphasizes projects that achieve significant cost savings for students through sustainable use of open textbooks. Eligible applicants include public and private institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations, and state agencies.

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