Catalogue

This book provides a selection of Open Educational Resources which align with teaching and learning within our University to showcase the flexibility, adaptability and potential of OER. Subject areas which are explored include: 3D printing; immersive technology; lightboard and team based learning.

This pressbook can be used with our OER index which has been curated to provide timely and high quality OER for our university faculties: business, hospitality and humanities; engineering, built environment and informatics; sciences, health and technology; and Limerick School of Art and Design (LSAD).

This book is a living document, created for the 2024/2025 academic year. Content will be added, updated and amended during this academic year to reflect the needs of our university community.

We welcome feedback on this curation, please email TUS library with any suggestions you may have.

This e-book reports on a SATLE-funded project to explore the use of immersive technologies in Higher Education. It includes case studies, practical guidance and a brief review of the literature on immersive learning from the project team (Dr Geraldine McDermott, Assumpta Byrne, Sandra Grislain, Dr Noëlle O'Connor) and colleagues from across TUS (Dr Sinéad O'Leary, Sara Jane Kickham, Dr Anne Marie O'Brien and Dr Natasha McCormack).

This Open Educational Resource (OER), developed by Elaine Kelly of the TUS Athlone Disability Support Service, explores the implementation of Inspiration Mind Mapping software as a tool to support student learning at the Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest (TUS). The initiative aimed to address common challenges students face when organising ideas, planning assignments, and engaging with complex course material, particularly for those who benefit from visual and accessible learning approaches. Supported by the Strategic Alignment of Teaching and Learning Enhancement (SATLE) Fund, the project introduced the software through classroom demonstrations and online training sessions with students from Applied Social Care at TUS and the Limerick School of Art and Design (LSAD). Inspiration enables students to visually organise ideas, convert mind maps into structured outlines, and present information effectively, supporting diverse learning styles and aligning with Universal Design for Learning principles. Feedback from participating students and staff was highly positive, indicating increased confidence, improved organisation of academic work, and strong interest in using the software for tasks such as brainstorming, essay planning, and research. Overall, the case study highlights the potential of visual learning tools like Inspiration to enhance student engagement, promote inclusive learning, and support more structured and creative academic practices

Your Essay Builder: Learner Success Toolkit Guide begins with an interactive activity called Your Essay Builder. This tool helps you plan your essay step by step. It is designed to make the blank page less overwhelming and to give you a simple structure to work from.

This book was designed with learning differences in mind. It is also supportive for anyone who feels anxious about essay writing or easily overwhelmed when starting. It recognises that learners have different preferences, so it offers a mix of examples, short activities, worksheets, quick guides, and PowerPoint videos with voiceover.

This is not an academic writing book. It does not cover grammar, advanced writing skills, referencing, or research. Instead, it provides a starting point that reduces stress, supports clarity, and helps you build confidence in organising your ideas. The following chapters add more detail to the steps in Your Essay Builder. They explore areas such as understanding essay questions, planning word counts, writing introductions, building paragraphs, writing conclusions, and using sentence starters and transitions. The book ends with a reflection section and a collection of resources for continued support.

This book provides Open Educational Resources training materials for RUN-EU Libraries. It explores what Open Education is, why they are important and the role that Librarians play in OER adoption, creation and dissemination. It also provides guidance regarding the licensing of OER.

This book is a living document, which may be updated and enhanced over time. Contact TUS Library  if you’d like further information about this publication or would like to share how you are adapting and using this book.

This Pressbook is a digital adaptation of the Guide to the Standards of Proficiency for Social Care Workers originally published by Social Care Ireland. The content was converted from static PDF format to an open, accessible, and interactive online resource to support ease of navigation, improved readability, and digital engagement. By presenting the guide in a live format, this version enhances usability for students, educators, and practitioners in the social care field, aligning with open education principles and universal design for learning.

TUS Sensory Awareness Guide delves into the often-overlooked challenges faced by individuals with sensory processing challenges, especially in academic settings. For neurodivergent students, sensory overload can interfere with everyday tasks, from studying to socialising. This e-book explains how sensory issues such as hypersensitivity and hyposensitivity impact daily life, particularly in the high-stimulation environments of universities.

The book explores how sensory modulation—whether it’s regulating overstimulation or seeking sensory input—can affect a student’s academic performance, emotional well-being, and social interactions. It provides practical strategies for students, educators, and support staff to recognise and address these challenges.

With a focus on creating sensory-friendly environments, the book offers actionable advice on everything from classroom settings to other student facing roles. By understanding the importance of sensory accommodations, the TUS Sensory Awareness Guide aims to foster inclusivity, reduce stress, and support students in managing their sensory needs. This guide is an essential resource for anyone supporting neurodivergent students in higher education.