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.

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