Catalogue – Saskatchewan Open Education Resources

Technical Communication for TCOM 104

CC BY-NC-SA (Attribution NonCommercial ShareAlike) 113 H5P Activities English (Canada)

Author(s): Katherine Dyck, Suzan Last, McDonald Kyte, Robin L. Potter, Tricia Hylton

Subject(s): Writing and editing guides, Language and Linguistics

Institution(s): Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Publisher: Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Publication date: 2026-08-18

Last updated: 2026-08-17

This text is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of technical report writing and presentation skills. This open textbook has been partially adapted from texts by Suzan Last, McDonald Kyte, Robin L. Potter and Tricia Hylton.

Child Growth and Development - Canadian Ed.

CC BY-NC-SA (Attribution NonCommercial ShareAlike) English

Author(s): Janis Danino

Subject(s): Educational: Child care / Child development

Institution(s): Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Publisher: Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Publication date: 2026-06-30

Last updated: 2026-07-31

This text is a presentation of how and why children grow, develop, and learn. We will look at how we change physically over time from conception through middle childhood. We examine cognitive change, or how our ability to think and remember changes over the first few stages of life. And finally, we will look at how our emotions, psychological state, and social relationships change throughout childhood.

Water Plant Operation

CC BY (Attribution) English (Canada)

Author(s): Susan Dobrowney

Subject(s): Water supply and treatment

Institution(s): Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Publisher: Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Publication date: 2026-06-01

Last updated: 2026-07-31

This resource introduces the principles and practices of water treatment, with a focus on disinfection, chlorination, chloramination, UV treatment, contaminant removal, and water quality monitoring. Designed for students and water treatment professionals, it supports the development of the knowledge and skills required for safe and effective water plant operations.

Canadian Foundations of Medical Device Reprocessing

CC BY-NC (Attribution NonCommercial) 188 H5P Activities English (Canada)

Author(s): Matthew Van Nus

Subject(s): Medicine / Healthcare: general issues / topics, Medical equipment, devices and techniques

Institution(s): Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Publication date: 2026-06-26

Last updated: 2026-07-30

As the “core engine” of every healthcare facility, the Medical Device Reprocessing Department (MDRD) is the last line of defense in patient safety. This Open Educational Resource (OER) provides a rigorous, professional-grade curriculum for students entering the MDRT field. Our guide offers a comprehensive roadmap of the knowledge, skills, and principles necessary for the safe and effective reprocessing of medical devices.

Purpose and Scope

The primary goal of this OER is to increase accessibility to the profession of medical device reprocessing. It is intended as a supplementary learning tool for learners preparing to enter the field, current MDRTs seeking a knowledge refresh, and educators looking for structured teaching material. Note: This resource is not a replacement for accredited training programs or institutional policies; users should always follow manufacturer instructions and local regulatory guidance.

Key Subject Pillars

MDR Operations: This text demystifies the “lifecycle of the instrument.” Learners gain a comprehensive understanding of the technical workflows required to process contaminated surgical instruments, including sophisticated inspection, assembly, sterilization, and distribution.
Quality Assurance & Regulatory Compliance: This OER moves beyond basic task-oriented training to cultivate a mindset of institutional accountability. By emphasizing sterility assurance, documentation, and traceability, the text ensures that every technician understands not just how to perform a task, but why it is critical for patient outcomes and regulatory compliance.

Key Features for the Modern Learner

Standardized Curriculum: Explicitly aligned with Canadian CSA Z314 standards, focusing on metric-based measurements and high-reliability clinical practices.
Interactive Simulation Suite: Integrated HTML/Java activities—including the Sterilizer Anatomy Hotspot, ITS Traceability Cockpit, Case-Cart Rescue Simulator, and FIFO Inventory Puzzle—bring complex technical concepts to life.
Pedagogical Scaffolding: Designed for Grade 12-entry learners, the text uses “MDRT Insights,” “Think About It” critical thinking prompts, and professional-grade technical definitions to simplify complex mechanics without sacrificing depth.

A Living, Collaborative Resource

Healthcare is an ever-evolving field. This OER is designed to be updated as best practices, technology, and regulations change. We leverage freely available educational content to foster collaboration and ensure that professional knowledge remains equitable and accessible. Whether utilized for initial certification or ongoing professional development, this OER is a vital tool for ensuring that every instrument entering the OR is safe, reliable, and ready for patient care.

Choose your own Adventure: Exploring Educational Technology and Encouraging Interest in UDL

CC BY-SA (Attribution ShareAlike) 3 H5P Activities English

Author(s): Tasha Maddison, Heather Touet, Myra Zubot Mitchell

Subject(s): Teacher training, Accessibility in web and digital design

Institution(s): Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Publisher: Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Publication date: 2025-09-11

Last updated: 2026-07-30

Inspired by BC Campus’ UDL Explorer Challenge, faculty at Saskatchewan Polytechnic piloted a 4-month project to engage participants with Universal Design for Learning. A new challenge was launched each month between January and April that urged faculty and staff to incorporate an easily achievable UDL strategy into their classes or daily work. Our monthly themes included: Be Flexible, Provide Access, Help People Prepare, and finally in April, Reflect and Plan.

Our goal was to educate faculty and staff about UDL, and to also model UDL practices such as:

• Offering flexibility by providing many different options to complete the challenge.
• Using accessible language – no jargon!
• Offering various methods to seek assistance including text, audio, or video recordings, along with a coffee break chat with Learning Technology Trainers.

In this session you will learn about our pilot project, both successes and lessons learned. You will also have the opportunity to participate in a bespoke UDL mini challenge.

Advanced Procedural Skills

CC BY (Attribution) English

Author(s): Brittany Stephenson, NP, BScN, MN

Subject(s): The Arts

Institution(s): Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Last updated: 2026-07-30

The purpose of this resource is to provide current and evidence-informed content that can be accessed in multiple formats (e.g., print, audio, video) to suit student learning styles. The focus of this book is on advanced procedural skills typically delivered by health care practitioners who provide services in a primary care setting.

Physical Assessment Essentials for Health Sciences

CC BY (Attribution) 27 H5P Activities English

Author(s): Dr. Ivy Poulin, NP, DNP, CDE

Editor(s): Jeannine Bruce

Subject(s): The Arts

Institution(s): Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Publisher: Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Publication date: 2023-09-01

Last updated: 2026-07-30

This resource provides an introduction to physical assessment techniques used across health professions. Designed for students, preceptors, and practicing healthcare providers, it offers evidence-informed guidance on assessment skills and examination techniques commonly used by nurses, physicians, paramedics, and other healthcare professionals.

Basic Electricity For Technology Programs

CC BY (Attribution) English

Author(s): Tim Schneider

Subject(s): Electricity, electromagnetism and magnetism

Institution(s): Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Publisher: Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Publication date: 2019-01-01

Last updated: 2026-07-30

This resource introduces the fundamental concepts of electricity, electromagnetism, and electrical circuits. Designed for technology program students, it provides foundational knowledge and practical understanding of electrical principles that support further study and application in technical fields.

Completing the Medical Certificate of Death in Saskatchewan

CC BY (Attribution) English

Author(s): Shelley Giebel, NP, BSN, MN(APN)

Editor(s): Dr. Francoise Verville, NP, MN, AGD(APN), DNP

Subject(s): Health systems and services

Institution(s): Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Publisher: Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Publication date: 2023-09-11

Last updated: 2026-07-30

This book provides step by step information with examples for health care providers on the completion of the Medical Certificate of Death in Saskatchewan.

Disinformation: Dealing with the Disaster

CC BY-NC-SA (Attribution NonCommercial ShareAlike) English (Canada)

Author(s): Nina Verishagen, Diane Zerr

Subject(s): Disinformation and misinformation

Institution(s): Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Publisher: Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Publication date: 2023-03-01

Last updated: 2026-07-30

Disinformation: Dealing with the Disaster is an accompaniment to an online course with the same title. The first four chapters provide an overview of fundamental concepts and phenomena that have led us to our current online information environment. Chapter 1, Information Disorder, examines information and its evolution, looking briefly at historical and contemporary trends in the areas of misinformation, disinformation, online propaganda and more. Chapter 2, Information Distribution, provides a simple overview of the news industry including journalism and editing, as well as the progression of fake news–a politicized concept which is leading us into a post-truth world. Chapter 3, Information Automation, takes readers through the automatic aspects of information exploration, examining search engines, algorithms, and associated concepts. Chapter 4, Information Manipulation, explores human interactions with information, focusing on how humans share, consume, and interact with information on social media. Each chapter provides the reader with a base level of a specific literacy (information, media, digital and meta) making them better equipped to confront disinformation. The final chapter provides readers with various frameworks and tools for effectively evaluating information and suggests that readers integrate them into their online search behaviors.