I am particularly excited to share that Kristin, Farshad, Azure, and I have been diligently working on the in-person version of the General Biolog II OER Laboratory manual. We aim to create a standard manual and infuse it with Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles and Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI). This approach ensures that our educational resources are accessible and inclusive to learners from diverse backgrounds and abilities.

I am proud to announce that the first edition of our lab manual will soon be published on CUNY’s PressBooks platform, marking a significant milestone in our commitment to open education and inclusive pedagogy. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Andy, Rachael, Nancy, and the rest of the team at PressBooks for their unwavering support and collaboration throughout this endeavor.