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Discover Bookshelf+

Written by Blake Perdue | Sep 30, 2025 2:12:24 PM

This semester, Bookshelf+ went live for select publisher-approved titles, bringing a new generation of study tools directly into the Bookshelf® eReader platform that students already use and trust. This new experience delivers an in-book AI-powered study partner, built on published, award-winning learning science and designed for responsible AI use. The result? Students stay focused, confident, and engaged, with all their interactions rooted in their assigned course materials. 

Smarter Studying Starts Here 

Students no longer have to toggle between outside tools or risk unverified sources. Instead, Bookshelf+ offers trusted AI-powered support that’s seamlessly embedded into their course materials platform. 

Here are some of the ways students are already using Bookshelf+: 

Guided Q&A

Students ask questions in real time and get clear, contextual responses grounded only in the text their instructor assigned. It’s like having a study partner available 24/7.

 

Practice Made Easy 

Bookshelf+ generates targeted practice questions, study plans, and flashcards, helping students test their understanding as they read. 

 

Smart Summaries 

Students generate summaries of key sections, making it easier to prepare, review, and manage assignments. 

 

Flexible Support Features 

Students listen to their course materials with natural voice Read Aloud, making it easier to engage with the text anytime, anywhere. 

 

Multilingual Translations 

With the ability to chat with the AI tutor in their preferred language, students receive personalized support that meets their individual study needs. 

 

Why It Matters 

Students are turning to unverified AI tools, often pulling information from sources outside the classroom. Bookshelf+ changes that by keeping learning within the trusted, instructor-approved content, protecting critical privacy and security measures, and allowing publishers control over their content. 

It’s AI done right, built to increase engagement, improve learning outcomes, and ensure students are supported every step of the way. 

Ready to Bring Bookshelf+ to Your Students? 

Bookshelf+ is available now. Whether you’re looking to activate Bookshelf+ for your titles or explore how it can support your students this semester, we’re here to help. Learn more.