Coordinate with an LMS administrator to integrate OpenStax Assignable once, ensuring your LMS supports LTI 1.3 and Moodle version 3.10 or later; beta or test environments are not supported. Copy the LTI Advantage Tool URL from the OpenStax Assignable LMS Integration page, then in Moodle go to Site administration > Plugins > Manage tools,...

You can integrate OpenStax textbooks into your LMS by linking directly to the online text (chapter and section links remain stable), uploading the free PDF (check your LMS file-size limits), using OpenStax Assignable for supported titles to create and sync customizable assignments, or importing course cartridges/packages that add textbook...

Create a free Educator/Researcher account on openstax.org, verify your email with the 6-digit PIN, and provide your school country and name to request instructor access. OpenStax uses SheerID to confirm educator status; if automatic verification fails you may submit documentation (pay stubs, staff ID) or request manual school addition,...

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...

OpenStax revises textbooks continuously online using user-submitted errata, with changes from March–October generally applied for the spring semester and changes from November–February applied for the fall semester. Substantial updates trigger annual PDF and print revisions at the end of the academic year to minimize disruption and reduce...

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....

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 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...

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...

After you submit an errata request through the errata tool, you will receive email updates as it moves through review and your submission will appear in the book’s Errata List where you can view and filter entries by status. All requests are reviewed by subject matter experts and approved changes are applied to the online book as soon as...

OpenStax provides four types of supplemental resources for each textbook: Instructor Resources, Student Resources, Technology Partner Resources, and an OER Commons Hub. Instructors can view and download course materials on the Instructor Resources tab but must request and verify an OpenStax Educator account to access assessment materials....

OpenStax aims to keep textbooks affordable and cannot fund printing or shipping of complimentary review copies, so instructors and departments should purchase review copies through campus bookstores or the distributor Kendall Hunt. The full PDF of each textbook is available free on the book’s Details page on OpenStax.org and is identical...

The "Value has already been taken" error means the email you entered is already linked to an OpenStax account or an account was created with that email but not yet verified. You should either log in with that email and your password, verify the email by clicking the link sent to your inbox or spam folder and resend the confirmation if...

If you received a "We couldn't verify your account" email after creating an OpenStax Instructor account, contact OpenStax Customer Support at support@openstax.org for help. Verification may have failed with the original form information, but the team accepts additional documentation to confirm your instructor status and contact details....

To access an OpenStax textbook, go to the Subjects page on openstax.org, select the category, click the desired book cover or title, and choose the preferred format under "Get the book" on the book details page. PDF and online formats are available for free. Instructors may link the book details page in syllabi and should encourage...

Import available QTI 2.1 Test Bank files for select OpenStax titles from the book’s Instructor Resources Google Drive after signing into a verified OpenStax Educator account. Download individual chapter QTI .zip files, then in Canvas go to Settings > Import Course Content, choose Content Type “QTI .zip file,” select the file, create a new...

The Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness Tutor course links to Handouts stored in Google Drive. Open the provided link, sign in to a Google account, and choose "Open with Google Docs." In the Doc, select File > Make a copy to save an editable version to your Drive. Alternatively, download the Handout to your computer and edit it in...

To create a student account on OpenStax, go to openstax.org, click Log in, select Sign up, choose the Student role, enter your name, email, and a password of at least eight characters, and agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Notice. Check your email for a six-digit PIN from noreply@openstax.org, enter the PIN to confirm your account,...

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...

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,...

OpenStax provides multiple methods to adjust font size when viewing textbooks online. To use the built-in feature, navigate to the OpenStax Subjects page, select your textbook category, choose "View Online" from the Get the book menu, and click the AA icon on the right side of the search bar. A slider will appear that allows you to...

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...

OpenStax creates textbooks by hiring faculty and subject-matter experts from across the country to write and collaborate on content. The drafts undergo an extensive peer review and editorial process before publication. Most OpenStax authors, writers, editors, and reviewers are practicing academics and instructors selected based on their...

OpenStax Kinetic is a research platform that connects higher-education learners with learning science studies while providing them with scientifically backed study techniques and opportunities to earn rewards. Launched in January 2022 as part of Rice University's OpenStax, the platform serves both learners and researchers. Learners...

OpenStax, a nonprofit organization affiliated with Rice University, uses email addresses solely to send updates about their textbooks and resources. They do not sell email addresses or send third-party marketing communications. Users may opt out of email communications at any time. Instructors receive tailored updates specific to the...

This FAQ addresses common questions for learners and students using OpenStax Kinetic. Participants receive study feedback and learning techniques from researchers at Rice University and partner institutions, along with personalized insights to improve their learning effectiveness. Studies cover topics such as personality, memory, learning...

OpenStax textbooks are developed with contributions from dozens of college faculty members representing diverse institution types, research backgrounds, geographic regions, and student audiences to ensure balanced content. In disciplines where political or other bias may be a concern, specific measures are taken to provide balanced...

This article provides instructions for resetting or changing your OpenStax account password. To reset a forgotten password, navigate to OpenStax.org, click Log in, then select the Forgot your password link. Enter your email address and click Reset my password. You will receive a reset email from noreply@openstax.org with a link to create...

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...

OpenStax selects titles to publish with the goal of increasing access to education for students. The organization considers two primary factors when deciding which titles to publish: the number of students taking the course nationwide and the cost of existing textbooks for that course. Expansion into new courses depends on whether a new...

OpenStax has discontinued EPUB format downloads due to low usage, with only approximately 1 percent of readers utilizing this format, and the associated maintenance costs. The platform currently provides textbooks in four formats: online web view, PDF, DOCX, and print. Readers can visit OpenStax.org to determine which formats are...

OpenStax offers various accessibility options, including screen-reader compatibility, alt text for images, and text-to-speech via browser features, extensions, or built-in tools like Apple VoiceOver and Android TalkBack. Some titles are available on Bookshare in DAISY, audio, and braille-compatible formats. Faculty-created audiobooks are...

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...

OpenStax periodically creates new revisions of books between editions to incorporate pedagogical updates and corrections. To verify you have the most current revision, compare the revision number in your copy with the number in the PDF downloaded from the book's Details page on openstax.org, which always contains the most current version....

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...

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...

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...

OpenStax reviews all user-submitted errata through subject matter experts to maintain editorial standards. Online textbook versions are updated twice annually at semester end. PDF and print formats receive updates over the summer when substantial changes exist. The annual release schedule for print updates prevents page number changes...

OpenStax.org displays only the most recent version of each textbook and does not show previous versions. This policy exists for two primary reasons. First, versioned links created confusion among students and instructors, as students were uncertain whether to use the current or previous version when encountering older links. Second,...

OpenStax provides answers to only some textbook exercises, following a standard approach of offering randomized or every-other-answer sets as recommended by faculty. This gives instructors flexibility in assignments, allowing them to choose questions with available answers for student reference or alternate questions without immediate...

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...

OpenStax textbooks offer highlighting and note-taking features in the Online View that allow users to highlight text in multiple colors, add notes, and create study guides. These features are available on openstax.org and require an account to use. Desktop and laptop users have full functionality, including the ability to create, edit,...

The Blackboard Ultra Course Package contains individual links to each OpenStax textbook section, with additional resources available for download on the Instructor Resources tab. To download and install the package, you must first create an empty course or request one from your administrator. Download the compressed ZIP file from...

Moodle Cartridges are available for three OpenStax textbooks: Introduction to Business, Principles of Management, and Psychology 2e. The cartridges may not be compatible with Moodle versions 4 and above. Each course cartridge includes links to textbook sections, and additional instructor resources are available in various formats that...

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...

This FAQ answer explains how to manage notes and highlights in the system. To edit a note, click the three dot icon on the note-card, select Edit, make your changes, and click the orange Save button. To delete a highlight without a note, click on the highlight and select the circle with the check mark. To delete a highlight that has a...

This answer provides troubleshooting steps for reCAPTCHA issues during account creation. The recommended browsers are Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox. Users should switch to one of these browsers if using a different option. A hard refresh may resolve the problem: on Mac, press command + shift + R; on Windows PC, press control + shift +...

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...

OpenStax books are available in affordable print versions for both individual buyers and campus bookstores. Individual customers can purchase softcover textbooks through OpenStax's print partner, Kendall Hunt, by navigating to the OpenStax website, selecting their desired subject category, locating the specific book, and choosing "Order a...

Download the D2L cartridge from your verified OpenStax Educator account Instructor Resources, then log into Brightspace/D2L and use Settings > Import/Export/Copy Components to upload the cartridge file. Select Import Components, click Upload, wait for the file to process, then choose Import All Components or Advanced Options to customize....

Go to openstax.org and click the Log in link in the top-right or center of the screen. Enter your email and password and click Continue to access your account. If you forget your password, click the Forgot your password? link to reset it following the provided instructions. Thank you for your time.

This article explains how to manage your OpenStax Account Profile. After logging in, open Account Profile from the menu under your name to add additional email addresses, enable other login methods (Google, Facebook, or password), and reset your password. To add an email, use the add an email link and confirm via the confirmation message...