Faculty across the California community college system are always remixing and developing new OER. Below is a list of newly developed resources that have been brought to our attention.
Are you aware of any resources that have recently been completed? If you have completed the project yourself, submit your project information to our CCC OER Project Dashboard. If this is a resource that you did not work on locally, please email details to us at oeri@asccc.org.
- Women and Gender in Visual Art Modules (Caldwell, Boutin-Vitela, and Martin) (CC BY-NC-SA)
Coming by Fall 2026. Thematic modules with an emphasis of exploring images of women throughout art history through modern and contemporary, with an additional emphasis on exploring gender in visual culture and global connections.
- Personal Finance (CC BY-NC-SA)
This updated edition of the Personal Finance textbook modernizes a well-established open educational resource first created by Rachel S. Siegel, CFA, and Carol Yacht. While maintaining the core structure and foundational topics of the original, this new version reflects over a decade of economic, technological, and social change. The revised content incorporates up-to-date information on topics such as gig work, digital banking, student loan policy, and how to do your own financial planning research. It also emphasizes accessibility, clear language, and real-life applications to support a wide range of learners.
- Introduction to Microbiology (Liu et al, 2025) – LibreTexts (CC BY)
A microbiology textbook designed for non-majors and allied health microbiology courses. The book features chunked content, embedded assessments, and interactive case studies. Created by Ying Liu from City College of San Francisco (CCSF) and undergraduate students from CCSF and the University of Dundee.
- Foundations of Kinesiology: Understanding Human Movement (Runk, 2025) (CC BY-NC)
The Foundations of Kinesiology textbook introduces students to the field of kinesiology through an interdisciplinary lens, highlighting the connections between physical activity, health, and society. It explores how kinesiology intersects with disciplines such as philosophy, sociology, biomechanics, and psychology, while also guiding students through a range of traditional and emerging career pathways.
- ASL 2 ZTC Curriculum (Nakaji) (CC BY)
7 modules for use in ASL 2 courses, covering negation, modal verbs, scheduling activities, making plans, errands, activities, travel, opinions, skills, sports and wellness, classifiers and MM, agreeing with conditions, food, making requests, describing the work place, money, shopping in a store. Developed by San Diego City College (led by Melanie Nakaji), this collection of modules is a part of their ZTC Pathways Acceleration Grant project.
- Arabic Level Three (Kassas) (CC BY-NC-SA)
Arabic Level Three is an Open Educational Resource designed for students who have completed introductory Arabic study and are ready to expand their proficiency in Modern Standard Arabic. The textbook builds on the foundations established in earlier levels by deepening students’ grammatical knowledge, expanding vocabulary, and increasing opportunities for communicative practice.
The resource is organized into thematic units that explore topics such as city life, transportation, shopping, personal appearance, storytelling in the past, and food and meals. These themes help students practice discussing real-world situations while strengthening their ability to understand and produce more complex language.
Each chapter integrates vocabulary development, grammar explanations, reading passages, listening and speaking activities, cultural content, and assessments, allowing learners to develop their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in a structured and communicative way.
Key Features
- Theme-based lessons connected to real-life contexts
- Expanded grammar topics and vocabulary development
- Reading, writing, listening, and speaking activities
- Cultural insights related to Arab societies and traditions
- Integrated assessments and practice tasks within each chapter
This resource is designed for third-semester Arabic courses in community college and university language programs and can be used in online, hybrid, or face-to-face instruction.
- Arabic Level Two (Kassas) (CC BY-NC-SA)
Arabic Level Two is an Open Educational Resource designed for students continuing their study of Modern Standard Arabic after completing an introductory Arabic course. The textbook expands learners’ vocabulary and grammar knowledge while strengthening their ability to communicate about everyday topics in Arabic.
The resource includes thematic chapters that address topics such as family, studies, hobbies, favorite seasons, and daily life, allowing students to practice using Arabic in familiar contexts. Each chapter integrates vocabulary development, grammar explanations, cultural content, and a wide range of interactive learning activities.
Compared to other introductory Arabic materials, this textbook includes a larger number of practice activities and classroom tasks, helping students reinforce their understanding of language structures through guided exercises, discussions, and communicative practice.
Key Features
- Thematic lessons focused on everyday communication
- Vocabulary and grammar development for second-semester learners
- Numerous practice activities and exercises
- Cultural readings related to daily life in the Arab world
- Activities that support listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills
This resource is designed for second-semester Arabic courses in community college and university programs and can be adapted for online, hybrid, or face-to-face instruction.
- Arabic Level One (Kassas) (CC BY-NC-SA)
Arabic Level One is a beginner-level Open Educational Resource designed for students enrolled in introductory Arabic language courses. The textbook presents vocabulary, grammar, and communication skills through structured lessons that support the development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing abilities in Arabic.
Lessons are organized around everyday topics such as introductions, family, daily life, and university environments, helping students build practical communication skills while learning essential grammatical structures. The material incorporates guided practice, communicative activities, and cultural notes that introduce students to aspects of Arab culture and society.
The textbook is designed for use in community college and university Arabic programs and can be used in online, hybrid, or face-to-face courses. As an Open Educational Resource, instructors may adopt, adapt, or modify the materials to meet the needs of their students.
Key Features
- Beginner-level vocabulary and grammar presented in context
- Activities that support listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills
- Cultural notes related to the Arabic-speaking world
- Structured lessons designed for introductory Arabic courses
This OER textbook is part of a growing Arabic OER pathway, supporting students from beginning to intermediate levels while promoting accessible and affordable language learning.
- Intro to Digital Photography: A Visual Language (Quaglia, 2025) (CC BY-NC)
Authored by Prof. Emanuela Quaglia, with major contributions from talented DAA students, this book is designed for anyone starting their photography journey. It covers all the essential concepts and skills taught in an introductory course — from understanding your camera and mastering composition, to working with light, exploring creative techniques, and building confidence as a photographer.
What makes this resource special is the collaboration between faculty and students. Many of the images, examples, and insights come directly from our own student community, making it not just a textbook, but a collection of voices, perspectives, and creative visions.
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