Affordable Learning Georgia is issuing a Request for Proposals for Textbook Transformation Grants with applications due by September 16, 2019. Projects have a maximum Final Semester of Fall 2020.

Affordable Learning Georgia’s Textbook Transformation Grants are intended to:

• Explore and expand new and affordable approaches to textbook transformation, including the adoption, adaptation and creation of Open Educational Resources (OER), the adoption of materials available through GALILEO and USG libraries, and the use of other no-cost and low-cost digital materials.
• Provide support and time to faculty, librarians, instructional designers, and their institutions to implement these approaches.
• Lower the cost of college for students and contribute to their retention, progression, and graduation.

To apply for a Standard or Large-Scale Textbook Transformation Grant:

• Read the Request for Proposals Document.
• Read the Weighted Rubric for Peer Review.
• Fill out the Word version of the Application Form and keep this form for your records.
• Complete the Online Application Form as your final application: https://gatech.infoready4.com/CompetitionSpace/#competitionDetail/1792378

To apply for a Mini-Grant for Ancillary Materials Creation and Revision:

• Fill out the Mini-Grant Application Form.

Webinars will be held for a general introduction to the application process and Q&A:

• Technical difficulties prevented the webinar from being recorded. Presentation slides are available:
  • R15 Review Slides