From static to dynamic: Power up your OpenStax textbook with Assignable

You already use an OpenStax textbook in your course. Now, you can create engaging assignments aligned with our trusted content right in your learning management system (LMS). That's the power of OpenStax Assignable, our official teaching and learning platform.

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With OpenStax Assignable, you can:

Assign readings from any OpenStax textbook. Choose entire chapters or specific sections based on your course needs.
Create assessments from thousands of expert-written questions beyond what’s already included in your book.
Assign interactive materials like videos, flashcards, diagrams, and researcher profiles from historically underrepresented groups.
Customize assignments by choosing point values, due dates, the number of question attempts, and the level of feedback your students receive.

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OpenStax Assignable is available through your LMS

For just $15 per semester, students complete their assignments directly in your LMS — like Blackboard, Canvas, D2L Brightspace, Moodle, or Schoology. Save time with auto-graded questions and LMS grade sync so you can focus on what matters.

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