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How exactly does Semestr's subscription model work for students?
Students subscribe only to the course materials they need, paying far less than typical textbook prices. They have the flexibility to unsubscribe anytime, ensuring they pay only for the materials they find valuable.
Can Semestr fully replace traditional textbooks?
Yes—many professors use Semestr as a complete alternative to expensive textbooks, publishing original materials that are more affordable, relevant, and engaging for their students.
How easy is it for my students to sign up and access materials?
Signing up is quick and easy—students can use email or social media logins. Subscribing and unsubscribing to materials takes just a click, providing flexible, hassle-free access.
How is Semestr changing the way educators share materials?
Semestr empowers educators to directly publish and update course content without relying on costly textbook publishers, increasing transparency and significantly lowering student expenses.
Do I keep ownership of the content I publish on Semestr?
Absolutely. You retain full intellectual property rights to all your published content. Semestr simply provides a convenient platform for you to share it with subscribing students.
Will my department administrators approve using Semestr?
Semestr is designed with transparency, affordability, and educational best practices in mind. Most administrators quickly recognize the benefits, supporting educators who provide students with relevant and cost-effective materials.
How does Semestr ensure ethical pricing of course materials?
Semestr was inspired by the Textbook Affordability Project (TAP). We cap subscription prices at $20 per month, guaranteeing students always pay far less than traditional textbooks—keeping education accessible and ethical.
How can the Textbook Creator save me time creating course materials?
The Textbook Creator lets you quickly turn lecture notes, PDFs, and Zoom transcripts into professional-quality textbook chapters. Simply drag and drop your materials to generate beautifully formatted content that you can edit, update, and share instantly.
How can Semestr help me earn extra income as an educator?
By allowing you to offer subscription-based access to your course materials, Semestr helps you ethically monetize your existing teaching resources without relying on traditional textbook publishers. Students pay significantly less while you earn additional income.
What exactly is Semestr, and why should I use it?
Semestr makes it easy for professors to professionally format and share original course materials directly with students, offering affordable access and additional income opportunities for educators.
Why do students prefer Semestr over traditional textbooks?
Students prefer Semestr because materials are tailored specifically to your courses, clear and easy to follow, and available at dramatically lower costs compared to expensive traditional textbooks.
