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The Age of Digital Learning

The majority of college students agree access to relevant course materials is critical to academic success, but cost continues to be a barrier to access, according to a 2019 study from market research firm Morning Consult, commissioned by VitalSource. A majority of respondents also acknowledged they would get better grades studying with interactive course materials and etexts rather than traditional hardcopy books. Check out the fact sheets to see these stats and more.

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Keeping Students One Click Ahead

Offering engaging interactive content, convenient access, and greater affordability, today’s students are gravitating towards etexts. Download the infographic to learn more about how digital learning materials contribute to student success.

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Wakefield Research - 2017

A growing number of college students are choosing not to purchase textbooks and other required course materials in an effort to save money, according to a new study conducted by Wakefield Research on behalf of VitalSource.

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Wakefield Research - 2018

According to a study conducted by Wakefield Research on behalf of VitalSource, the high cost of textbooks is forcing an overwhelming majority of college students to delay or avoid purchasing required course materials.

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How eTextbooks Impact Learning Outcomes

Recent research by Shift Learning on behalf of VitalSource reveals students perceived a significant impact on their learning outcomes when using etexts.

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UK Students’ Learning Outcomes Research

A new study conducted by Shift Learning on behalf of VitalSource examines how students feel about the impact of etexts on their grades, confidence, and learning outcomes. Explore the findings in an infographic and official report.

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eTextbooks and Differential Learning

Almost 1,000 students from 184 different higher education institutions share their experiences with etexts. Read the 2017 report to learn how digital learning materials can help reduce challenges through affordability, flexible access, and functionality.

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BPP University: Accessibility Case Study

VitalSource has worked with BPP since 2014 to ensure content is accessible to all learners and that students are provided with the tools and materials they need to succeed.

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Transitioning to Digital Education: A UK Case Study

Over the last four years, University College of Estate Management has doubled its student numbers and transformed into a pioneer of digital learning. Staff and students reflect on the journey, sharing the key challenges, critical success factors, and benefits.

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BIMM Institute: Case Study

The British and Irish Modern Music Institute (BIMM) went digital in just six weeks to enhance the student experience. Using VitalSource Studio, BIMM were able to author and create their own learning materials and publish directly to Bookshelf. 

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Predicting Student Outcomes With Engagement Data

Following a shift from PDF materials to VitalSource etexts University of Phoenix set out to discover whether or not the vital source platform's improving course ask comes for their students. 

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How Digital Transformation Encourages Lifelong Learning

In order to fuel a mission of lifelong learning, Singapore University of Social Sciences partnered with VitalSource to digitise their learning materials. By going digital, they were able to provide access to all adopted etexts for all students regardless of course load, and leverage VitalSource Analytics to track student success.
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