Open Educational Resources (OER): Not Quite Free

Lumen Learning is a company that adds value to existing OER resources in many ways, including helping institutions with planning, goals, LMS integration, content review and selection, test preparation, course mapping, customization and configuration. Adoption is typically an institution-wide decision and they have four packages to choose from.

"Offering nearly 700,000 digital titles, RedShelf has the books you need at a fraction of the price." (from their website)

Originally founded by two employees of Pearson's in 2007, Flatworld offers textbooks with many options for testbanks, homework systems, slides, instructors' manuals, and the ability to customize a text. Prices average $30.00 for an online text.

Lyryx combines free open textbooks with affordable high quality online homework, comprehensive editorial services, and dedicated in-house support. (From their website)