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October 18, 2023 -- World Scientific, a leading international independent publisher of books and journals for the scholarly, research and professional communities, is excited to announce an agreement with VitalSource that aims to provide students with greater accessibility to educational materials, making learning more affordable, engaging, and inclusive for all.
With the Inclusive Access initiative which is available only in USA and Canada, students can now enjoy day-one access to required digital course materials. This seamless collaboration between World Scientific and VitalSource ensures that students have the resources they need from the very beginning of their academic journey, enhancing their educational experience.
Max Phua, Managing Director, World Scientific, said, “We are thrilled to express our commitment to Inclusive Access. We firmly believe that every student deserves an equal opportunity to succeed in their education, and this initiative aligns with our mission to empower learners. This initiative gives students the advantage of cost savings and fosters an environment that encourages early engagement and enriches the teaching and learning process.”
Inclusive Access provides the following advantages to students, faculty, and institutions:
- Student Cost Savings: Digital course materials offered through Inclusive Access are considerably more affordable than traditional printed textbooks, alleviating the financial burden on students.
- Day-One Access: Instructors can begin teaching on the very first day of class, allowing students to dive into their coursework immediately.
- Ease of Use: Content is easily discovered, managed, and accessed within the campus Learning Management System (LMS), streamlining the educational experience for both educators and learners.
- Flexibility for All: IA supports late registering students, ensuring that they are not disadvantaged in accessing essential course materials. This approach maintains academic freedom and encourages inclusivity.
- Increased Student Engagement: Digital content provides various pathways for students to engage with and comprehend the material, enhancing their overall learning experience.
World Scientific invites all educational stakeholders to join us in this endeavor, as we collectively work to build a brighter and more equitable future for students.About World Scientific Publishing Co.
World Scientific Publishing is a leading international independent publisher of books and journals for the scholarly, research and professional communities. World Scientific collaborates with prestigious organisations like the Nobel Foundation and US National Academies Press to bring high quality academic and professional content to researchers and academics worldwide. The company publishes about 600 books and over 170 journals in various fields annually. To find out more about World Scientific, please visit www.worldscientific.com.
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In brief
World Scientific says it has agreed with VitalSource to participate in the Inclusive Access initiative, which is available in the United States and Canada. The program is intended to give students access to required digital course materials on the first day of class. According to the company, the initiative offers lower-cost materials compared with printed textbooks and lets users find and access content through a campus learning management system. It also supports students who register late and offers different ways to engage with course content. World Scientific Managing Director Max Phua said the initiative reflects the publisher’s aim of supporting equal educational opportunities and early engagement with learning materials. The release describes benefits for students, instructors and institutions, but does not disclose financial terms of the agreement.
Key takeaways
- World Scientific announced an agreement with VitalSource for the Inclusive Access initiative.
- The program is available in the United States and Canada.
- Students can access required digital course materials from the first day of class.
- The company says materials are available through campus learning management systems and support late registrants.
