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?? New Webtext Announcement ?? We’re thrilled to share our newest webtext, Biology: Life at Every Level! Built from the bottom up for nonmajors, this webtext includes ?? beautiful illustrations by certified medical illustrator Joanna Robinson;? ?? compelling examples and relatable narratives; ?? interactive learning (e.g., multiple-choice questions and chapter quizzes); ? features designed to help students develop scientific and media literacy; and ? content you can customize to fit your course. Engage your students with this fresh approach to biology. Explore the webtext today at soomo.co/bio. #highered #studentsuccess #edtech

Hello from Chicago! Executive Editor Jenny Westrick and Lead Learning Designer Lindsy Pietroski are here at the Midwest Sociological Society to cut the ribbon on our brand-new webtext, Sociology: You Are Here. This interactive text tailors sociology to students’ lived experiences. Through the use of comparison polls, original videos, response boards, and real-world data activities, we connect key concepts to the social landscapes students navigate—broadening their perspectives and deepening their understanding. Plus, the text is aligned with the American Sociological Association’s recommendations for the intro-level course. Check it out today by clicking “Get started” at soomo.co/soc. #highered #edtech #studentsuccess

How does your nervous system react to stress—and what can you do about it? In this video from Psychology in the Real World (soomo.co/psych), Sara Valencia Botto, PhD, breaks it down. Our intro psych webtext includes original videos in every chapter, where professors and psychologists connect key concepts to real life. They share insights, perspectives, and even tips—like the breathing exercise in this video! Students often tell us in surveys that the videos help motivate them and keep them engaged in the content. Check out the webtext yourself by visiting soomo.co/psych and clicking “Get started.” #highered #edtech #studentsuccess

Behind every great webtext is a talented editor—like Ashley Bourne-Richardson, Ph.D.! Ashley is the coauthor of Public Speaking for Everyone (soomo.co/pse) and senior editor here at Soomo. She shapes content that’s both engaging and practical for students and instructors. As a former professor herself, Ashley says she “appreciates all the thought that goes into really considering how an educational product is actually going to function to empower those using it.” She’s driven by Soomo’s focus on thoughtful learning design and inclusive teaching practices. She has seen firsthand how these approaches can support learners, and she is motivated to keep looking for ways to help reach more students. We’re so lucky to have you, Ashley! #highered #inclusiveeducation

Real professors, real praise! Looking for an affordable textbook your students will actually engage with? Try a Soomo webtext! They’re highly interactive, easy to use, and customizable. Plus, our Support team is here to integrate any webtext into your LMS and help make the transition smooth for you and your students! Check out our catalog page at soomo.co/catalog. #studentsuccess #highered #edtech

Howdy, y’all! We’re at the 78th annual Texas Community College Teachers Association convention! We’re showcasing the brand-new edition of our Texas Politics webtext with author James Henson! Swing by our booth to check out all of our introductory texts, including: ?? Sociology: You Are Here, our newest webtext designed to make sociology feel more relevant to students!? ?? Psychology in the Real World, a webtext aligned with the American Psychological Association’s recommendations for the introductory course.? ?? Critical Thinking with AI, a mini webtext that teaches students how to use AI effectively and ethically. ?? Central Ideas in American Government, Investigating Modern American History, Public Speaking for Everyone, and more! Not attending the conference this year? No problem! Just visit soomo.co/catalog, select a title, and click “Get started” to explore any webtext! #highered #edtech #studentsuccess

In this video, author and professor Adrienne Kaufmann walks us through Investigations in our Central Ideas in American Government webtext. These features challenge students to engage in critical thinking and apply concepts to real-world examples! Learn more at soomo.co/ciag. #highered #studentsuccess #politicalscience

Love is in the air—and in our student feedback! Want to give your students a textbook they’ll fall in love with? Check out our interactive webtexts at soomolearning.com/catalog. #highered #studentsuccess #valentinesday

Want to help your Texas government students connect political science concepts to the real world? In our new chapter quizzes, students apply key chapter concepts to real-life events—like the political battle over building the Formula 1 racetrack in Austin. These quizzes aren’t just about memorization. They encourage students to engage in critical thinking and demonstrate social responsibility—two of the Texas Core Objectives outlined by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (soomo.co/tx-objectives). The new fall edition of Texas Politics, featuring these quizzes and other exciting updates, is available for review now. Visit soomo.co/txp to learn more! #highered #studentsuccess #edtech

At this year’s National Communication Association conference, we asked public speaking professors what their students struggle with the most. They said: apprehension, organizing ideas, and preparation. Our public speaking webtext (soomo.co/pse) tackles these challenges head-on with built-in tools. One of our favorites is our outlining tool, which breaks down the outlining process into simple prompts, helping students organize their ideas and prepare for each speech. As co-author Ashley Bourne-Richardson, Ph.D., notes in her new blog post (soomo.co/blog-outlining), “We’ve made outlining a process rather than a single attempt ... The webtext guides them [students] through a natural revision process to create an outline they will actually use.” Check out the webtext yourself by clicking “Look inside” at soomo.co/pse. #publicspeaking #highered #studentsuccess