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  • Creating a custom question set in Assignable

    Open the Assignable assignment builder in your LMS and choose Question Sets under Question Library. Select Create question set, pick chapters and sections, then click Show questions. Rename the set if desired, browse questions by section, hover to add or remove items, and use Details to preview questions. Click Save when finished. Back in...

  • How do I integrate OpenStax Assignable with D2L/Brightspace?

    Coordinate with an LMS administrator who has developer or admin access and ensure your LMS supports LTI 1.3 before integrating OpenStax Assignable. Integration is done once; do not use beta or test environments. In D2L, register a Dynamic tool using https://lti-gateway.openstax.org/lti/register, configure deployment, submit the OpenStax...

  • How do I view an assignment after completing it?

    Log in to your school’s LMS and open the course, then select the assignment you want to review. Open the specific section within the assignment, use the numbered navigation at the top of the assignment window to view each question and its answer, and click each number to see the remaining questions and answers. Thank you for your...

  • How do I edit OpenStax Assignable assignment and course settings?

    This article explains key OpenStax Assignable settings and workflows. Instructors assign chapters/sections and Assignable generates pre-configured assessments; instructors cannot pick individual questions. You can create assignments through LMS integrations (Blackboard, Canvas, D2L, Moodle). Edit assignments by opening them in the LMS....

  • OpenStax Assignable assessment questions FAQs

    OpenStax Assignable assessment questions are not the same as OpenStax online test banks. Assignable offers various question types, including multiple-choice, written-response (which require manual grading), and interactive items. Each supported book contains thousands of questions accessible via the Question Library and Question Sets....

  • How can I view and grade students’ work in Assignable?

    To view a student’s work, open the assignment list in your LMS, select the published Assignable assignment, click the student’s name, and choose the assessment or activity step to review. To grade written response questions, open the Written Response activity step, assign points, and provide feedback for each response. Thank you for...

  • Instructions for Bookstores: Selling OpenStax Assignable Access Codes

    OpenStax offers Assignable access codes for campus bookstores, including participation in Inclusive or Equitable Access programs. Bookstore staff must complete the OpenStax Assignable order form and send a purchase order to OpenStax@rice.edu using the form’s invoice summary. OpenStax will deliver codes and invoice per the PO. Bookstores...

  • OpenStax Institutional Sales for Assignable: How It Works

    OpenStax offers institutional sales that let schools or departments purchase Assignable access for students in designated courses, removing individual payments. Access is assigned by student count per course and applies only to listed courses. Pricing starts at $15 per student per course per semester, with flexible bundling for students...

  • What is the "issuer" field for my self-hosted Canvas integration with OpenStax Assignable?

    Administrators must note that sandbox or test environments are not supported. The LTI Issuer is the identification token for a Canvas installation and is located in config/security.yml under the lti_iss key. If your issuer remains the default https://canvas.instructure.com, you cannot complete the OpenStax Assignable installation until...

  • What is OpenStax Assignable?

    OpenStax Assignable is a paid LMS-integrated tool (starting at $15 per student per course per semester with a two-week free trial) that lets instructors assign OpenStax textbook readings, assessment questions, and supplemental materials inside supported LMSs (Blackboard, Canvas, D2L/Brightspace, Moodle 3.10+, Schoology and other LTI 1.3...

  • Troubleshooting: Manually Syncing Scores in OpenStax Assignable and LMS grading policies

    Assignable normally syncs grades to your LMS automatically. If a line item is missing, edit the assignment in Assignable and click "Sync grades to LMS" to create missing gradebook items and push scores, or click the download icon next to that button to export grades. Common errors include students not enrolled, no scores to sync, unknown...

  • How do I create an OpenStax Assignable assignment in Brightspace by D2L?

    This guide explains how to create assignments in Brightspace by D2L using OpenStax content. The process begins by logging into Brightspace, navigating to your course, selecting Content, and accessing OpenStax through the Existing Activities dropdown menu. You will need to link your instructor-verified OpenStax account during the initial...

  • How do I create an OpenStax Assignable assignment in Schoology?

    This answer provides guidance on reformatting a Salesforce help center article about Canvas LMS integration with OpenStax Assignable to meet WCAG 2.2 AA accessibility standards. The key changes include replacing inline styles with external stylesheets, fixing heading hierarchy to flow properly from h1 to h2 without skipped levels,...

  • How do I enable third-party cookies?

    OpenStax Assignable requires third-party cookies to function within Learning Management Systems through LTI integration. Users experiencing access issues should enable third-party cookies in their browser settings. For Chrome, navigate to Settings, then Privacy and security, then Cookies and other site data, and ensure Block third-party...

  • How do I report a content issue in an OpenStax Assignable question or content?

    OpenStax Assignable customers can report content issues through the errata submission process directly within the platform. To submit a report, click the exclamation point triangle icon in the upper left corner to access the form, then complete and submit it. Users may attach supporting files such as screenshots by clicking the Add file...

  • How do I integrate OpenStax Assignable with Schoology?

    This guide provides instructions for integrating OpenStax Assignable with Schoology using LTI 1.3. Before beginning, coordinate with administrators who have developer or admin access, verify LTI 1.3 compatibility, and confirm the tool is not already installed. The integration process involves three main steps. First, install the app in...

  • How do I integrate OpenStax Assignable with Blackboard Learn?

    This guide explains how to integrate OpenStax Assignable with Blackboard Learn using LTI 1.3. Before starting, coordinate with administrators who have developer or admin access, verify LTI 1.3 compatibility, and confirm the tool is not already integrated. The process requires copying the Client ID from the Assignable LMS Integration...

  • How do I get started in OpenStax Assignable as a student?

    To complete an OpenStax Assignable assignment, first log in to your Learning Management System (LMS), such as Blackboard, Canvas, D2L/Brightspace, or Moodle. Navigate to your course page and select the OpenStax Assignable assignment assigned by your instructor. Upon your initial attempt, you will need to agree to OpenStax's Terms of...

  • Get OpenStax Through Inclusive Access Programs

    OpenStax textbooks and courseware are available through inclusive access programs powered by VitalSource. Supported bookstore partners include Barnes & Noble College, Akademos, eCampus, and stores affiliated with NACS and ICBA, with plans to expand to Follett in 2026. Instructors can adopt OpenStax materials by following their...

  • Assignable Payments FAQS

    OpenStax Assignable is a paid platform that enhances textbooks with course-ready features including assignments, grading tools, and LMS integration. The cost starts at $15 per student, per course, per semester. Students receive a two-week free trial from their first day of access. Payment options include direct student payment by credit...

  • How do I create an OpenStax Assignable assignment in Canvas?

    This guide explains how to create OpenStax Assignable assignments in Canvas. The process requires a verified OpenStax instructor account. To create an assignment, log in to Canvas, navigate to Assignments, and click the "+Assignment" button. Name the assignment, set the Submission Type to "External Tool," and click "Find" to select...

  • How do I create an OpenStax Assignable assignment in Moodle version 3.10 or later?

    This guide explains how to create OpenStax Assignable assignments in Moodle through both video and written instructions. After initial setup with your OpenStax account, you can create future assignments without logging in again. The process involves logging into Moodle, turning editing on, and adding an activity or resource. You select...

  • Why are my students seeing a message that the course isn’t activated?

    When students receive a message stating the course has not been activated, it indicates the course is live with assignments but requires manual activation. This situation occurs when a course is created by copying an existing one. To resolve this, instructors should open the course, navigate to any assignment, locate the page titled...

  • How do I integrate OpenStax Assignable with Blackboard Ultra?

    This guide outlines the process for integrating OpenStax Assignable with Blackboard using LTI 1.3. Administrators with developer or admin access must coordinate the integration, noting that beta or test environments are not supported and the tool only needs integration once. The process involves copying the Client ID from the Assignable...

  • How do I integrate OpenStax Assignable with Moodle version 3.10 or later?

    This guide provides instructions for integrating OpenStax Assignable with Moodle. Before starting, administrators should coordinate with those who have developer or admin access to LMS settings and ensure LTI 1.3 compatibility. Moodle version 3.10 or later is required, as earlier versions are not supported. Beta, sandbox, or test...

  • How do I integrate OpenStax Assignable with Canvas?

    This guide explains how to integrate OpenStax Assignable with cloud-hosted Canvas LMS using LTI 1.3. Before beginning, coordinate with administrators who have developer or admin access, ensure LTI 1.3 compatibility, and verify the tool is not already installed. Only production environments are supported. The integration process involves...

  • How do I copy a course and assignments in OpenStax Assignable?

    This article addresses copying assignments and courses in OpenStax Assignable. Course copy, export, and import functions work through standard LMS procedures, which may require IT administrator assistance. Instructions are available for Blackboard, Blackboard Ultra, Canvas, and Moodle. Copying assignments within a course is supported, and...

  • How do I create an OpenStax Assignable assignment in Blackboard Learn?

    This guide explains how to create assignments in Blackboard Learn using OpenStax Assignable. The process requires logging into your Blackboard account, navigating to the course page, selecting Content from the left navigation bar, clicking Build Content, and choosing OpenStax Assignable from the menu. You will need to link your...

  • Troubleshooting Common Issues in Assignable 

    When experiencing loading issues or glitch errors with assignments in Assignable, several troubleshooting steps should be followed. Start by opening an incognito or private browsing window to rule out cached data or extension conflicts, and accept cookies when prompted. Ensure third-party cookies are enabled in browser settings, as the...

  • Assignable Student Guides for Canvas

    This resource provides video guides and troubleshooting tips for students using OpenStax Assignable in Canvas. The content includes separate video guides for college students and K-12 students, along with instructions on how to pay for access to the platform. For troubleshooting common assignment loading issues and errors, students should...

  • Assignable Student Guides for Brightspace by D2L

    This guide provides video tutorials and troubleshooting assistance for students using OpenStax Assignable in Brightspace by D2L. The resource includes separate video guides for college students, K-12 students, and instructions on paying for access to OpenStax Assignable. For common technical issues such as assignments not loading or...

  • Assignable Student Guides for Blackboard Learn

    This resource provides video guides and troubleshooting tips for students using OpenStax Assignable in Blackboard Learn. The page includes four main sections: a College Student Guide with instructional videos, payment instructions for accessing OpenStax Assignable, a K-12 Student Guide, and troubleshooting solutions for common technical...

  • Assignable Student Guides for Blackboard Ultra

    This FAQ provides video guides and troubleshooting tips for using OpenStax Assignable in Blackboard Ultra. The resource includes four main sections: a College Student Guide, instructions on how to pay for access to OpenStax Assignable, a K–12 Student Guide, and Troubleshooting Common Issues. The troubleshooting section addresses...

  • Assignable Student Guides for Moodle

    This guide provides video tutorials and troubleshooting support for using OpenStax Assignable in Moodle. The resource covers four main topics: a College Student Guide, instructions on how to pay for access to OpenStax Assignable, a K–12 Student Guide, and troubleshooting common issues. If assignments fail to load or errors occur, students...

  • Assignable Student Guides for Schoology

    This FAQ provides video guides and troubleshooting tips for getting started with OpenStax Assignable in Schoology. The content includes separate student guides for college and K–12 levels, instructions on how to pay for access to OpenStax Assignable, and solutions for common technical issues. When troubleshooting problems with assignments...

  • How do I submit a support ticket in Assignable?

    Submitting a ticket from within OpenStax Assignable enables developers to collect necessary technical details for efficient issue resolution. To submit a ticket, log into your LMS platform, navigate to Assignments from the left menu, and select the assignment experiencing the error. Click Help on the right side of the screen, then select...

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