Open Textbook Library
6.0#18 in open educational resource platformsFree planFree planWebAPI
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Pressbooks
7.5#3 in book layout softwareFrom $120 a yearWebAPILinuxSelf-hosted
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| Fact | Open Textbook Library | Pressbooks |
|---|---|---|
| Accessibility | A VPAT is available, and accessibility varies by book; the library says its MARC records include accessibility metadata. | Pressbooks says its platform helps creators meet accessibility standards and its paid plans can produce WCAG 2.2 compliant books. |
| Limits | The library does not provide instructor copies, and instructors must check with authors or publishers about ancillary materials. | Self-publisher media storage is limited to 100MB in the trial, 250MB on Single Author, and 1GB on Collaboration. |
| Purpose | The library is a referatory that helps faculty find open textbooks in one place. | Pressbooks helps authors and educational institutions create, adapt, and share accessible digital books and learning materials. |
Open Textbook Library plans
- FreeFree
Pressbooks plans
- Free TrialFree
- Single Author$12 a month
- Collaboration$40 a month
- Single Author$120 a year
- Collaboration$400 a year
- Institutional Network$5,999 a year
Pick Open Textbook Library if…
It suits faculty looking for open course textbooks by subject, as well as users who need catalog records or feeds. Instructors seeking ancillary materials should check with authors or publishers.
Pick Pressbooks if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.