Why Open: OER work the way that course materials should work. They are free to access, can be tailored to the course, and stay with the student after the course ends. Open pedagogy creates more authentic learning experiences that students value. This model builds trust rather than eroding it.

Why Open: Textbook procurement could be moving closer to departments and libraries that have an interest in managing content sustainably and openly, rather than being outsourced to vendors with an interest in preserving the status quo.

Why Open: Open content and open pedagogy make coursework tied to real audiences and real practice possible at scale, turning authentic assessment into shared infrastructure instead of something each faculty member invents alone. 

Why Open: Open licenses let educators adapt materials, fix accessibility barriers, and share improvements. Open does not guarantee accessibility, but it enables colleges to build accessible resources together.

Why Open: Open infrastructure allows colleges to share costs, expertise, and improvements while keeping resources free for students. Sustaining it requires stable funding and shared governance that serves the public interest.