Organic Chemistry I (CHEM 2123) Lightboard video website
Faculty/Staff: Hilary Schmidt ID/ Brett McCollum
Platform: WordPress
Site link (if applicable): https://organicchemistry1.trubox.ca
Services provided: site/ domain set up/ structure, importing lightboard videos (recorded with Dr. McCollum by OLMedia’s Jon Fulton), editing captions/ creating transcripts, designing the thumbnail images, and creating a YouTube Playlist.
Description: Organic Chemistry Essentials is a streamlined learning resource featuring 15 concise video lessons taught by award-winning educator Dr. Brett McCollum. Designed to support students in mastering foundational organic chemistry concepts, the series uses live-drawn reaction mechanisms, clear explanations, and step-by-step skill development to build confidence and fluency. The videos offer open, accessible support for learners navigating Organic Chemistry for the first time, strengthening their understanding.
Impact Summary
- Used in course(s): CHEM 2123/2223 as a supplemental resource.
- When: Since the videos were released September 2025.
- Estimated number of students using textbook(s):
- Average price of textbook or resource replaced:
- The average price of an organic chemistry-related textbook in Canada typically ranges from $60 to $200+ depending on format (print or ebook) and publisher – we are using a modest estimate of $100/ high quality textbook, featuring accessibility and engaging components such as videos, graphics, and interactive H5P activity components. Additionally, supplementary study materials, tutoring, and study aids often cost students around $50 each.
- Estimated savings: $__ x __ students = $____
