The SIIA has selected VitalSource as a finalist for the CODiE Award, an accolade that acknowledges the 'Most Innovative EdTech Company'.
The company at the forefront of developing innovative solutions to improve students' lives is recognized with this esteemed prize.
VitalSource has been nominated for its outstanding leadership and unwavering commitment to revolutionizing the field of education. They aim to make course materials affordable, achieve carbon neutrality, and improve teaching and learning through AI and learning science.
VitalSource CEO Kent Freeman's nomination shows the team's dedication to creating valuable learning opportunities for students worldwide. He emphasized the importance of providing students with the necessary resources for success in today's learning environment. He expressed pride in their innovative history and their commitment to making forward-thinking investments.
Established in 1994, VitalSource accelerated the shift in higher education from paper to digital course materials. Presently, VitalSource serves over 18 million students globally by facilitating content distribution throughout the higher education ecosystem. Content suppliers and institutions trust the VitalSource Learning Delivery Network because it offers unparalleled scalability, integrity, and insights. It powers cheap access programs and delivers engaging learning experiences that delight students and advance their success from day one.
The company's AI study coach, Bookshelf CoachMe®, won the 2023 CODIE award for Best Use of AI in Ed Tech. It uses AI to identify important educational material, create practice questions from the text, and place them next to the eText. Since it started over two years ago, 500,000 students have answered over 9 million practice questions.
VitalSource's "Planet Smart" project, introduced in 2023, is expanding the company's commitment to carbon neutrality by providing carbon-neutral educational materials to institutions and students. A student's carbon emissions are halved when they acquire an e-text from VitalSource as opposed to a paper textbook.
For 30 years, VitalSource has been working to offer course materials at an affordable price. They made educational resources accessible to everyone through our digital platforms. This way, the company removed financial obstacles and ensured that everyone could afford high-quality resources.
