Outfitting Your Pack: Tools and Interactivity

When embarking on an epic journey, you want to make certain that you pack wisely. You want gear that is easy to use, multi-purpose, and accessible. Think of all the ways you can use a nylon utility cord — string a clothesline, tie down your gear, fix a broken shoelace, or hide your food in a tree so you do not feed the bears. Nylon is lightweight and tough, so it lasts as long as you need it to. Plus, you can share it with your hiking companions, helping them accomplish their goals as well.

In this section, we’ve got your (back)pack. OERFSJ faculty are already outfitted with their primary tool — Pressbooks. We’ve also loaded you up with some organizational techniques, like your assessment and content map. We’ll ensure you have the tools, people, and workflows needed to sustain your OER as long as you are using it. You’ll discover the full utility of Pressbooks with plug-ins like H5P and Hypothes.is. Finally, you’ll reflect on your project needs, deciding who you need to do what so that your OER thrives as long as you need it. Let’s outfit your pack.