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Using Generative AI in OER Creation—What We Know Now

Generative AI is a hot topic in higher education. It seems like a promising tool for OER creation, but there is still a lot we don't know about…

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The Way IR: Making ETDs Globally Accessible from the Jump Off

Grad Students! This one’s for you. Learn how publishing in an institutional repository puts power in authors’ hands and research at the forefront…

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Imbedded Projects: Celestial Maps Digital Exhibit

This blog discusses a digital project created in partnership with a history course at UTA.

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What's behind that paywall?

Paywalls are all over our lives and there’s something more than money that they require.

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Student Voices: Embracing Open Educational Resources at UTA

This post highlights UTA's OER Department's transformative educational approach, championing inclusivity and innovation. It's a call for…

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We Heart Data: Love Data Week and Sharing What We Love

Join us in loving data and embracing our nerdery! Share what you love!

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Public Domain Day 2024: Here Comes Steamboat Willie!

A look at some of the intellectual property which entered the public domain on January 1!

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Free Digital Project Platforms

This post in our Open @ UTA Libraries blog series covers free digital project platforms and tools available online for student, faculty, and staff…

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Faculty are Saving Thousands through Open Access Agreements from UTA Libraries!

Co-authored by Amy Castillo with contributions from Jessica McClean. Open access publishing is the future of research dissemination. Libraries are…

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Course Markings: Why, Where, and How to Report Required Course Materials

Texas state law requires universities to report course material costs. Learn how to ensure your contributions to affordability are counted!

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Opening Education: Introducing Megan Zara, UTA's OER Librarian

Megan Zara, UTA Libraries' OER Librarian, shares her journey in public education and digital learning, emphasizing OER's role in democratizing…

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Staying Safe Online

The dangers of the internet became real during a talk about romance scams as part of Open Access Week on Thursday, Oct. 26.  Criminal justice…