Get Started
Wondering how to get started with a Pressbooks project at TXST? First, take a look at the TXST “Pressbooks Companion Guide and Resources” library guide for guidance on how to use Pressbooks and how to plan an Open Educational Resource (OER) project. You should also check out the OER resources and services offered by University Libraries. Finally, take a look at some of the Pressbooks that have already been created and adapted here at TXST by clicking the catalog button below.
Pressbooks Directory
Looking for open textbooks to adopt? Visit the Pressbooks Directory and browse the nearly thousand free resources. Once you have found something you would like to adopt / adapt, you can fill out the Pressbooks Request Form to create a Pressbooks account and have the network manager clone the book for you. Then, you will be able to edit, adapt, and enhance the cloned content with interactives (such as H5P and Hypothes.is social annotation) and add additional content. This crowd-sourced iteration and customization is the beauty and power of OER!
Ready to Create with Pressbooks?
Be sure to read the About and the Support pages on the TXST Pressbooks instance to learn about guidelines and resources for creating and adapting Open Educational Resources with Pressbooks. You will also find information on how to contact the Open Education Team at University Libraries for any questions or support requests you may have. Submit your Pressbooks project proposal with the form linked in the button below when you are ready.