CHEM 2223 – TBC 2026
Faculty/Staff: Jessie Key
Platform: Pressbooks – in beta testing with students Fall 2025
Site link (if applicable): TBC 2026
Services provided: copy editing, some structure, video editing
Description: This project focuses on adapting the existing OpenStax Organic Chemistry textbook, which currently uses outdated nomenclature and chemical structure representations. The updated version will align with the latest IUPAC standards, feature refreshed and clearer molecular drawings, and include new content that promotes inclusion and representation—such as a dedicated section on Representation and Belonging. Additional examples may be added to highlight the use of organic chemistry in traditional food preparation practices among Indigenous peoples in Canada. The revised textbook will also integrate QR codes linking to newly developed, openly licensed H5P activities and video resources. Once completed, the updated textbook will be published in Pressbooks and shared through TRUSpace, BCcampus, eCampusOntario, AlbertaOER, and OER Commons repositories.
Impact Summary
- Used in course(s): TRU OL CHEM 2123 and 2223
- When: Spring 2026
- Estimated number of students to use textbook(s): 80-100/term
- Average price of textbook or resource replaced:
- The average price of Organic Chemistry-related textbook in Canada typically ranges from $60 to $400 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: These supplementary resources, including the videos and interactive components, will save students from purchasing additional study aids or tutoring. By providing a cost-effective enhancement to the course, the estimated savings would be:
- approximately $8,000/term or $120,000 over five years
