Melispi Digital Textbook Library vs OpenStax
Melispi Digital Textbook Library
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OpenStax
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| Figure | Melispi Digital Textbook Library | OpenStax |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | Free |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | — | Yes |
| Android | — | Yes |
| API | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 0 | 3 |
| Spec score · Digital Textbook Platforms | 7.0 (#27) | 8.9 (#3) |
| Accessibility | The site’s accessibility statement says its team works on continuous improvement so people can use the site regardless of ability or assistive technology. | OpenStax works toward WCAG 2.1 Level AA and Section 508 compliance and uses Level Access for automated and manual accessibility reviews. |
| Audience | The library is intended for students, teachers, parents, researchers, and other interested users. | OpenStax provides free, openly licensed textbooks and affordable technology for introductory courses. |
| Formats | Textbooks are available in PDF, Interactive PDF, and EPUB formats. | Textbooks are available online on any device and as free PDF downloads; low-cost print editions are also offered. |
| Support | The Digital School service page lists [email protected] for Melispi user support. | OpenStax says its support team helps instructors and students with questions about textbooks, instructor resources, and Assignable through its support center or email. |
Plans
OpenStax
- OpenStax textbooksFree
- OpenStax Assignable$15, paid once
- OpenStax AssignablePriced on request
In their own words
Melispi Digital Textbook Library
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OpenStax
OpenStax is a nonprofit education initiative of Rice University that publishes free, openly licensed textbooks and related materials for introductory courses. Subject matter experts write the textbooks, which are peer-reviewed for accuracy and updated regularly. Books can be read online on the web, Android or iOS, or downloaded as free PDFs; low-cost print editions are also offered. Most titles are accessible without an account, although a small number require sign-in. Students can highlight, take notes and create study guides, with a free student account required for some features. Educators with a free account can access test banks, PowerPoint slides, solutions manuals and customization tools. OpenStax Assignable lets instructors assign readings, assessments and supporting materials through an LMS, with automatic grading and gradebook synchronization. It supports LTI 1.3 and Blackboard, Canvas, D2L Brightspace and Moodle. Textbooks cost nothing. Assignable starts at $15, paid once, billed per student per semester; instructors use it free, and a two-week trial begins on the first day of access. Institutional pricing is by contact.