Lumen Learning
Use OER to Increase Student Success and Equity.
Overview
Lumen Learning is a company that helps educational institutions transition from expensive commercial textbooks to open educational resources. They provide highly effective and affordable digital courseware, including online homework (OHM), personalized study plans, and robust analytics, all built around OER.
✨ Key Features
- Complete OER-based courseware for high-enrollment subjects
- Online Homework Manager (OHM) for quantitative fields
- Personalized study plans and analytics
- Seamless LMS integration
- Faculty training and support services
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Focus on student success and data-driven improvements
- Provides a complete courseware solution with support, not just content
- Affordable, but not free, model ensures sustainability and high levels of support
- Pedagogically-driven course design (e.g., Waymaker personalized learning)
Unique Value: Combines the cost savings of OER with the effectiveness of data-driven, pedagogically-sound courseware and robust support, providing a complete and affordable solution for improving student success.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Partnered with hundreds of colleges and universities to support OER initiatives and improve student outcomes.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- A free repository for browsing individual OER assets
- A platform for individual, self-directed learning outside of an institution
🏆 Alternatives
Unlike free OER repositories, Lumen provides a full-service courseware solution with analytics and support. Unlike traditional publishers, it leverages OER to provide a much more affordable and flexible product.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (All tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
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