Open Educational Resources in Science Education: A Case Study from an American University

The high cost of textbooks and educational resources presents a significant barrier to student success, particularly in science education, where course materials can be prohibitively expensive. Open Educational Resources (OER) provides a promising solution by offering free and accessible learning materials. This paper presents a case study on the implementation of OER in several science courses at Georgia Southern University, USA. It highlights the state and institutional efforts that promoted and supported OER initiatives, discusses the specific courses that created and adopted OER and their impact on student outcomes. The paper outlines some important considerations in how to make OER initiatives sustainable.