VitalSource for Institutions

The VitalSource sampling platform supports instructor discovery and allows content providers to effortlessly oversee the sampling process, transforming the course materials process from a cumbersome task into a powerful, intuitive experience.

VitalSource adoption tools streamline communication and workflow. Instructors easily readopt past materials, discover new content, check compatibility with day-one access programs, include materials in these programs, and select preferred formats like digital options. Academic librarians easily source and adopt titles with our simple acquisition workflow, including MARC records, and access collections or individual books from a catalog of 2.5 million titles from 10,000+ publishers—no separate agreements needed.

VitalSource's flexible LTI tool integrates with campus learning management system (LMS) or library systems, delivering a seamless day-one experience for students by ensuring all adopted etexts and courseware are accessible from the first day of class. This integration translates SIS adoptions into LMS access, streamlining processes and reducing operational burdens. Content providers simply ensure materials are listed with correct ISBNs and pricing in VitalSource’s inventory; the rest is managed through single sign-on (SSO) access via Bookshelf®. For non-etext content, partner integrations enable students to access third-party platforms directly from the LMS dashboard, allowing for immediate access termination upon opt-out and supporting other delivery methods like access codes.

Simplify transactions and centralize access to all required materials within a user-friendly LMS dashboard, where students can easily engage with content, manage Day-One access program participation, and access additional purchasing options with financial aid or vouchers. With precise student account billing and campus store invoicing, we send content providers monthly compensation, so that you receive sales credit.

With the industry’s largest source of data, VitalSource offers exclusive insights into engagement, performance, and operations through intuitive visualizations and smart filters. Detailed reporting allows you to drive adoption, track content usage, and monitor enrollment data, ensuring full sales visibility and timely adoption intervention. Exclusive insights ensure accurate content delivery, pricing, and proper compensation, giving you greater control and the ability to grow your pipeline.