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Bookshelf®

A complete study experience backed by research and enhanced by AI.
Deliver a Learning Advantage

Packed with Learning Power

Bookshelf is the industry-leading platform that brings the entire learning network together. By simplifying access to digital learning tools, offering intuitive integrations, and connecting teaching and studying in one experience, Bookshelf is the technology that drives modern learning. This seamless, flexible platform provides:

  • AI Backed by Learning Science

    Enhance student retention and comprehension with AI-powered tools that provide in-the-moment support right within the etext.

  • Always on Resiliency

    Learners access materials anytime, anywhere, online or offline, across any device.

  • Full Suite of Study Tools

    Powerful study tools, such as highlighting, note-taking, and flashcards, provide one place to learn it all.

  • Best-in-Class Accessibility

    Students receive and engage with the content they need, no special versions required.

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Unmatched Global Delivery

  • 63,000
    five-star reviews
  • 20M+
    active users
  • 2.5M+
    units available in the catalog
  • 99.99%
    platform uptime

Engagement Starts Here

Bookshelf connects students with their learning tools and is powered by the technology that drives the VitalSource Learning Delivery Network.

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Simplified Notetaking
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The AI Study Partner, Bookshelf+
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Prepare, Practice, and Focus with CoachMe
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Award-Winning Assistive Technology
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AI You Can Trust

As AI becomes increasingly widespread, students are turning to third-party tools that pull information and responses from unverified sources. Bookshelf+ and Bookshelf CoachMe address this challenge by offering a trusted alternative within the secure Bookshelf platform. Together, they combine responsible AI and learning science to create a secure, research-backed environment for meaningful, connected learning.
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A Smarter, Connected Learning Experience

Bookshelf delivers a complete digital learning experience that helps students read, study, and practice all in one connected platform. With anytime, anywhere access, it combines award-winning learning science, AI-powered study tools, and real-time insights to create a smarter, more personalized way to learn. Built for accessibility and designed to support every learner, Bookshelf supports institutions, instructors, publishers, and students alike to drive engagement and achieve success.

Explore Industry-Leading Compliance

Predictable Affordability

High-quality course materials that are available at a price that students can count on and plan for, with no surprise costs.

Seamless Integrations

A connected ecosystem that works with your existing systems and delivers a consistent experience for students, instructors, and partners.

Always-On Resiliency

Infrastructure and solutions that provide reliable access and dependable performance.

Global Scalability with Full Integrity

A consistent user experience worldwide with full compliance, accessibility, and scalability for every customer.

Operational Velocity

Tools and systems that are built to work and scale with a dedicated and experienced team to keep partners on track.

Forward-Looking Innovation

Investment that is ahead of the market with compliant products and the newest technology, allowing customers to navigate the next disruption point.

Actionable Data & Insights

Easy-to-find analytics and expert insights that make data-driven decisions possible.

Ubiquitous Convenience

Easy and convenient delivery and access of digital course materials, from content provider to institution to student.

Trustworthy AI

AI built responsibly and grounded in learning science that creates meaningful, scalable learning experiences with safety and integrity at the core.
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Predictable Affordability

High-quality course materials that are available at a price that students can count on and plan for, with no surprise costs.

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Read, study, and practice in one trusted platform.

Deliver A Learning Advantage