zyBooks
Build Confidence and Save Time With Interactive Textbooks.
Overview
zyBooks provides a catalog of interactive, web-based textbooks and courseware designed to replace traditional textbooks. Their content is focused on STEM disciplines and emphasizes learning through doing with animations, interactive tools, and embedded assessments.
✨ Key Features
- Interactive learning materials
- Animations and simulations
- Embedded questions and coding exercises
- Auto-grading
- Instructor dashboard with analytics
- LMS integration
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Focus on 'less text, more action' learning
- Highly interactive and engaging content
- Web-native platform
Unique Value: Improving student success in STEM courses through interactive, web-native textbooks that encourage active learning.
🎯 Use Cases (3)
✅ Best For
- Adopted by numerous universities for introductory STEM courses to improve student engagement and outcomes.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Humanities and social science courses that do not benefit from interactive, quantitative exercises.
🏆 Alternatives
zyBooks offers a more integrated and interactive experience compared to traditional textbooks with supplemental online homework systems.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
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