Fundamentals of Nursing Pharmacology – 2nd Canadian Edition – TBC March 2026
Faculty/Staff: Andrea Sullivan, Cheltey Berlinguette (RA), and Sheila Odubote (RA)
Platform: Pressbooks
Site link (if applicable): Fundamentals of Nursing Pharmacology – 2nd Canadian Edition – Content Development – TBC 2026!
Services provided: Domain setup/ structure, training on Pressbooks and H5P development, accessibility
Description: This project will revise and enhance the existing Fundamentals of Nursing Pharmacology – 1st Canadian Edition open textbook (© 2023 by Chippewa Valley Technical College; Amanda Egert; Kimberly Lee; and Manu Gill) to create a more interactive, accessible, and inclusive resource for nursing students. The updated OER will incorporate universal design principles, Canadian context, H5P activities, custom videos featuring standardized actors, and collaborative content development with students. By offering a high-quality, no-cost alternative to traditional textbooks, the revised resource will support approximately 90 TRU nursing students annually, while also serving as a valuable resource for other nursing programs seeking adaptable, open-access materials. Key components of the project include the creation of mechanism-of-action diagrams, embedded interactive learning tools, and the integration of Indigenous perspectives through consultation and a land acknowledgment. Aligned with TRU’s values of equity, accessibility, and innovation, this collaboratively developed OER will eliminate financial barriers and enhance student engagement with complex pharmacology concepts. The final resource will be widely shared as part of a faculty sabbatical project, contributing to broader open education efforts in nursing.
Impact Summary
- Used in course(s): HLTH 2121, HLTH 2511, HLSC 2660
- When: Annually
- Estimated number of students using textbook(s): 90
- Average price of textbook replaced:
- The average price of a Nursing Pharmacology-related textbook in Canada typically ranges from $30 to $250 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.
- Estimated savings: $100 x 90 students = $9,000
