The Course Materials Affordability Task Force (CMAT) is pleased to announce the return of two successful programs, sponsored by NIU Libraries, encouraging academic departments and faculty to transition to low ($40 or under) or zero cost materials in their courses. For the second year, the ACM Awards will recognize departments offering the highest percentage of course sections using low or zero cost course materials during the academic year—acknowledging them on NIU’s Open Education website and presenting them with a financial award. Additionally, individual faculty who consistently offer low or zero cost materials designated courses in MyNIU will also be recognized on the site.
In 2023-2024, a new ACM Integration Cohort will focus on converting existing courses to low or zero cost materials. Participants will learn how to locate, evaluate, and integrate affordable course materials with support from CITL staff and subject specialist librarians, and will receive a $500 stipend upon completion of program requirements. All full-time and adjunct teaching faculty are eligible to apply, but participants will be limited based on funding.
Visit the NIU Open Education website for more information. Cohort applications are due by October 6, 2023.
