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Announcing a new partnership between CollegeBuys and Labster + OpenStax to give CCC a Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) solution for science lab courses

Announcing a new partnership between CollegeBuys and Labster + OpenStax to give CCC a Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) solution for science lab courses

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About the Webinar

With student loan debt reaching $1.7 trillion in 2023, and initiatives like the California Community College System's 2030 Vision for Zero Textbook Cost Course Materials gaining momentum, there's a critical need for affordable alternatives.

Join us to Find Out How It Works

Combining OpenStax's peer-reviewed open educational resources (OER) for foundational knowledge, Labster's immersive virtual lab simulations for hands-on experience, and the purchasing power of CollegeBuys makes high-quality lab resources available at zero cost to students. *Pricing valid until June 1, 2024.

- Equitable: OpenStax textbooks are freely accessible, ensuring every student has essential resources from day one.

- Effective: Virtual labs from Labster simulate real-life scenarios, sparking curiosity and improving grades and pass rates through active learning strategies.

- Affordable: Together, these resources offer a comprehensive, cost-effective solution for high-quality science education.Please come join Dr. Julian Allen, Vice President for Academic Affairs at Labster as he highlights the multiple ways your peers have integrated Labster to increase student engagement and boost overall graduation rates.

Your Time is Valuable!

We appreciate faculty, staff, and administrators from CCC colleges taking the time to share their insight and experience on this topic with us. A free gift card will be provided to each attendee.

PLEASE NOTE: The lunch gift card will be offered to Participant within 5 days of completion of the webinar(s), as confirmed in the attendance list by Labster. Such gift card will be offered to the Participant's provided email address provided at registration. For the avoidance of doubt, Participant's email address or name when attending the webinar must match the email address and name provided at registration.

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About this Webinar

With student loan debt reaching $1.7 trillion in 2023, and initiatives like the California Community College System's 2030 Vision for Zero Textbook Cost Course Materials gaining momentum, there's a critical need for affordable alternatives.

Join us to Find Out How It Works

Combining OpenStax's peer-reviewed open educational resources (OER) for foundational knowledge, Labster's immersive virtual lab simulations for hands-on experience, and the purchasing power of CollegeBuys makes high-quality lab resources available at zero cost to students. *Pricing valid until June 1, 2024.

- Equitable: OpenStax textbooks are freely accessible, ensuring every student has essential resources from day one.

- Effective: Virtual labs from Labster simulate real-life scenarios, sparking curiosity and improving grades and pass rates through active learning strategies.

- Affordable: Together, these resources offer a comprehensive, cost-effective solution for high-quality science education.Please come join Dr. Julian Allen, Vice President for Academic Affairs at Labster as he highlights the multiple ways your peers have integrated Labster to increase student engagement and boost overall graduation rates.

Your Time is Valuable!

We appreciate faculty, staff, and administrators from CCC colleges taking the time to share their insight and experience on this topic with us. A free gift card will be provided to each attendee.

PLEASE NOTE: The lunch gift card will be offered to Participant within 5 days of completion of the webinar(s), as confirmed in the attendance list by Labster. Such gift card will be offered to the Participant's provided email address provided at registration. For the avoidance of doubt, Participant's email address or name when attending the webinar must match the email address and name provided at registration.

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Speakers

Julian Allen, PhD

Vice President of Academic Affairs

Labster

Aimee Burke
Sr. Customer Success Manager
Labster

Geoff Gillman
Account Executive
Labster

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Announcing a new partnership between CollegeBuys and Labster + OpenStax to give CCC a Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) solution for science lab courses

Apr 23, 2024 10:00 AM
PT

Announcing a new partnership between CollegeBuys and Labster + OpenStax to give CCC a Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) solution for science lab courses

Apr 23, 2024 10:00 AM
PT
Announcing a new partnership between CollegeBuys and Labster + OpenStax to give CCC a Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) solution for science lab courses

With student loan debt reaching $1.7 trillion in 2023, and initiatives like the California Community College System's 2030 Vision for Zero Textbook Cost Course Materials gaining momentum, there's a critical need for affordable alternatives.

Join us to Find Out How It Works

Combining OpenStax's peer-reviewed open educational resources (OER) for foundational knowledge, Labster's immersive virtual lab simulations for hands-on experience, and the purchasing power of CollegeBuys makes high-quality lab resources available at zero cost to students. *Pricing valid until June 1, 2024.

- Equitable: OpenStax textbooks are freely accessible, ensuring every student has essential resources from day one.

- Effective: Virtual labs from Labster simulate real-life scenarios, sparking curiosity and improving grades and pass rates through active learning strategies.

- Affordable: Together, these resources offer a comprehensive, cost-effective solution for high-quality science education.Please come join Dr. Julian Allen, Vice President for Academic Affairs at Labster as he highlights the multiple ways your peers have integrated Labster to increase student engagement and boost overall graduation rates.

Your Time is Valuable!

We appreciate faculty, staff, and administrators from CCC colleges taking the time to share their insight and experience on this topic with us. A free gift card will be provided to each attendee.

PLEASE NOTE: The lunch gift card will be offered to Participant within 5 days of completion of the webinar(s), as confirmed in the attendance list by Labster. Such gift card will be offered to the Participant's provided email address provided at registration. For the avoidance of doubt, Participant's email address or name when attending the webinar must match the email address and name provided at registration.

Presenter(s)

Julian Allen, PhD

Vice President of Academic Affairs

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Labster

Julian Allen is the Vice President of Academic Affairs for Labster, whose interactive virtual training simulations provide immersive digital learning experiences that reinforce the exciting connection between science and the real world for more than six million students in educational institutions around the globe. Dr. Allen previously spent over 25 years at Georgia State University, where as Chief Learning Innovations Officer he led initiatives for improving teaching and learning through the strategic use of technology, innovative pedagogies, and data analytics. He was also a faculty member in the Learning Technology Leadership program at the nonprofit association EDUCAUSE, helping develop the next generation of learning technology innovators.

Aimee Burke

Sr. Customer Success Manager

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Labster

I'm dedicated to supporting all California Community College institutions with their adoption and implementation of Labster. My role as your Customer Success Manager, or CSM, is to be your trusted advocate within Labster. I'll be here every step of the way to give you access to the training and enablement you need to make the most of the solution. We have lots of great resources that I'll share but if you are ever unsure where to turn, please come to me. At the highest level, my job is to ensure that our products are helping you meet your goals. You can always contact me at aburke@labster.com.

Geoff Gillman

Account Executive

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Labster

I'm dedicated to introducing Labster to all California Community Colleges. I am the first point of contact in your institution's Labster journey as well as expansion across new departments. It's my role to: perform product tours and demonstrations, spearhead trials and evaluations, share best practices for teaching with virtual lab simulations — in both face-to-face and asynchronous courses, and support you through the purchasing process via a consultative approach. You can reach out to me at gillman@labster.com.

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