May 7, 2026Strategic plan
Eastern West Virginia Community & Technical College Strategic Update 2027
This document outlines Eastern West Virginia Community & Technical College's strategic initiatives for Open Educational Resources (OER). The plan focuses on reducing student textbook costs through the adoption, adaptation, and authorship of openly licensed course materials, tailored to regional needs. Key strategic priorities include expanding OER integration across general education and specific career-technical programs, such as Cyber Intelligence and Industrial Maintenance, and developing faculty expertise in open licensing through certifications and a new internal credential. The overall aim is to enhance affordability and access for students, align materials with workforce demands, and build institutional capacity in OER practices.