Salt Lake Community College has published a new OER textbook for U.S. Government and Politics courses that consciously takes a new approach to the subject, resulting in a relevant and relatable textbook that appeals to students. This session describes the book itself as well as the collaborative process that connected the author, the editor, and OER support staff at the College. The book is available here: https://slcc.pressbooks.pub/attenuateddemocracy/
Learning Outcomes: Participants will be introduced to a new OER textbook published by Salt Lake Community College, including the need for this textbook, the process by which it was created, and the specific approach it takes.