OpenStax
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What both publish
| Fact | OpenStax | Wikibooks |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2012 | 2003 |
| History | OpenStax began as Connexions in 1999 and became OpenStax in 2012. | The Wikibooks project started in 2003. |
OpenStax plans
- OpenStax textbooksFree
- OpenStax AssignablePriced on request
Wikibooks plans
No prices published.
Pick OpenStax if…
OpenStax suits students seeking free introductory-course textbooks and educators who need course materials or LMS assignments. Some student features and a small number of titles require an account.
Pick Wikibooks if…
Wikibooks suits readers seeking free educational books across many subjects and contributors who want to edit or adapt open content. It also serves users needing exports, APIs, or change tracking.