Assignable by OpenStax
Build customized assignments from OpenStax textbooks
Overview
Assignable by OpenStax builds customized assignments directly in Canvas that are tied to an existing OpenStax textbook. Designed to keep students engaged with a wide range of content and question types, Assignable will let instructors:
- Assign OpenStax readings from select textbooks directly within Canvas.
- Assign pre- and post-reading assessment questions that instructors can create themselves, or use questions that are already available.
- Assign culturally responsive and interactive materials from the OpenStax Resource Library.
Getting Started
Assignable by OpenStax is currently not available in the UMN instance of Canvas.
Integration into Canvas
Read more about Assignable by OpenStax in Canvas.
Date(s) Requested
Request Status
Current phase: Technical Review
Technical compliance and security testing underway.
Future phase: Initial Review
Future phase: Integrated
The request to integrate Assignable with Canvas is now in a limited pilot trial in Fall 2024 and potential wider implementation after that, if the pilot is successful.
Requested by
- Libraries
Common Use(s)
- Assessment
- Collaboration
- Content
- Course Management
- Textbook
Intended Audience
Students
Instructors
Researchers
Staff & Departments
Health Sciences Affiliates
IT Staff and Partners
Cost
Textbooks are open source thus free to use for students.