BC Open Textbook Summit 2017

Over the past two years with the support of Open School BC, Camosun College has developed 23 open textbooks and a number of ancillary resources for Trades training. The digital distribution of open textbooks allow for a seamless integration of multimedia learning assets which can enrich both teaching and learning.

At Camosun we have developed several interactive “games” to allow students to practice assembling scaffolding and to use and read several measurement devices. 

In this workshop Camosun’s development team will introduce participants to some of the concepts utilized in designing and developing these assets. Participants will get hands-on experience in an interactive workshop, in which they will demonstrate how to build additional exercises for a Multimeter learning asset.  Individuals who the appropriate computer resources will be able to build their own activities both in and after the workshop. As well, we will present on how Camosun is maximizing the use of open resources for trades training.  We will also look at the interdisciplinary approach we have taken at our institutions which involves faculty, students, staff and external partnerships.

Sarah-Jayne McAndrew Roe
Sarah-Jayne is a Continuing Education instructor and employee at Camosun College.  She has worked on a variety of different programs, most recently on the delivery of essential skills training and development of a blended learning trades program at Camosun. Sarah has a BA Honours in Fine Arts from Northumbria University in Newcastle-upon-Tyne and a Post-Graduate Certificate in Education from the University of Sunderland.


Matthew Zeleny
Matt Zeleny is an Applied Research Specialist at Camosun Innovates and in Camosun’s Technology Access Centre.  He works on numerous projects for industry involving 3D scanning, reverse engineering, prototyping and CAD design. Matt has a wide range of knowledge and experience in the areas of 3D scanning technologies and processes, non-conventional silicone moulding and the creation and utilization of 3D printed parts.  Matt also works with faculty from Camosun’s Pipe Trades and technology student interns to create open learning ancillary resources.  Matt is a graduate from Camosun’s Engineering Graphics Technician program and a Certified Solidworks Professional,

Hebron Watson
Hebron Watson is an international student from the Bahamas studying Computer Science Technology at Camosun.  When not studying, he is also an intern at Camosun Innovates and works on open resource projects.