Join us to explore the concept of open access in education and discover its potential to transform teaching and learning. In an era when access to knowledge is more crucial than ever, innovative approaches to education are essential. Open access goes beyond the use of free or open resources; it represents a paradigm shift in the way we think about teaching and learning. We want to investigate the significance of the use of open access textbooks in the Italian context, exploring the strengths and weaknesses associated with this approach. Programme: 14.00 - 14.15: Greetings and introduction 14.15 - 15.00: Benedetta Calonaci (University of Florence) 15.00 - 15.45: Giovanni Puccetti (University of Milan) 15.45 - 16.00: Break 16.00 - 16.45: Andrea Angiolini, Il Mulino (Italian Publisher) 16.45 - 17.45: Final round table discussion.