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Apr 3, 2024 ·
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In this episode of "Tid Bits of Tech Library," host Chelsea Knott delves into the crucial topic of affordable education initiatives at the Georgia Tech Library. Joined by experts Elizabeth...
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In this episode of "Tid Bits of Tech Library," host Chelsea Knott delves into the crucial topic of affordable education initiatives at the Georgia Tech Library. Joined by experts Elizabeth Holdsworth and John "Mack" Freeman, the discussion sheds light on the innovative efforts aimed at reducing the financial burden on students and promoting equitable access to education.
As the Georgia Tech Library prioritizes affordable education through its Affordable Education Program team, Elizabeth Holdsworth explains the imperative of making education accessible by lowering the soaring costs of textbooks. Citing alarming statistics on textbook inflation, Holdsworth underscores the significance of initiatives such as Reading Lists, which saved students over $65,000 in 2023 by centralizing course materials and advocating for Open Educational Resources (OER).
John "Mack" Freeman further emphasizes the library's proactive approach to affordability through partnerships, such as the Proactive Course Reserves pilot program with the Scheller College of Business. By actively reaching out to faculty to identify cost-saving measures, the library aims to ensure that high-quality educational materials are accessible to all students, regardless of financial constraints.
As the episode concludes, Chelsea Knott expresses gratitude to Elizabeth Holdsworth and John "Mack" Freeman for their insights and invites listeners to stay tuned for the next episode. With a teaser for Part 4 focusing on supporting the future of libraries, the episode underscores the ongoing commitment of the Georgia Tech Library to advance its mission of accessibility and excellence.
For more information or to make a gift, visit library.gatech.edu/give.
Sources:
“29 We Love Tech House ( Instrumental Mix )" by Hasenchat is licensed under CC BY 3.0.
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As the Georgia Tech Library prioritizes affordable education through its Affordable Education Program team, Elizabeth Holdsworth explains the imperative of making education accessible by lowering the soaring costs of textbooks. Citing alarming statistics on textbook inflation, Holdsworth underscores the significance of initiatives such as Reading Lists, which saved students over $65,000 in 2023 by centralizing course materials and advocating for Open Educational Resources (OER).
John "Mack" Freeman further emphasizes the library's proactive approach to affordability through partnerships, such as the Proactive Course Reserves pilot program with the Scheller College of Business. By actively reaching out to faculty to identify cost-saving measures, the library aims to ensure that high-quality educational materials are accessible to all students, regardless of financial constraints.
As the episode concludes, Chelsea Knott expresses gratitude to Elizabeth Holdsworth and John "Mack" Freeman for their insights and invites listeners to stay tuned for the next episode. With a teaser for Part 4 focusing on supporting the future of libraries, the episode underscores the ongoing commitment of the Georgia Tech Library to advance its mission of accessibility and excellence.
For more information or to make a gift, visit library.gatech.edu/give.
Sources:
“29 We Love Tech House ( Instrumental Mix )" by Hasenchat is licensed under CC BY 3.0.
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