What problem is UOTI solving?
High-quality open educational resources exist, but they're scattered across the internet and almost entirely in English.
UOTI brings together the best open textbooks in one place and
makes them available in multiple languages.
What do you mean by high-quality, multilingual, open textbooks?
"High-quality" means the textbooks are authored and reviewed by professors and subject-matter experts. Additionally, each textbook offers full course coverage, not excerpts or short readings. "Multilingual" means our catalog is available in many languages, not just English and a couple of others. "Open textbook" means you can download, use, and adapt the content freely under open licenses.
Are these textbooks completely free?
Yes. All textbooks on our platform are completely free to
download, share, and adapt under open licenses such as Creative
Commons. You do not have to create an account or provide an email
address to access them.
How do I find the textbook I need?
On the home page, select a language, typical learner age, and subject to obtain the download link. You can also use the
Search page to explore the scope and
content of each textbook available on our platform.
In what file format are the textbooks available?
Currently, all textbooks are available for download in PDF format.
More formats are in the works.
Can I use these textbooks for commercial purposes?
Most textbooks on our platform support commercial use, but some
titles include restrictions. Check each textbook’s copyright page
to confirm permitted uses and any conditions that apply.
Who wrote these textbooks?
Every textbook is authored and reviewed by educators and subject
matter experts. UOTI curates leading open titles from sources
such as OpenStax, CK-12, and TU Delft. Contributors are credited
on each textbook’s copyright page.
How do translations work?
We prioritize professional human translations whenever available.
Otherwise, we use advanced neural machine translation and queue it
for human review. Each translated textbook page clearly indicates
whether it's human-translated or machine-translated.
What languages are available?
Textbooks are currently available in English, Spanish, Arabic,
Chinese (Simplified), and Polish. We’re actively working to add
more languages based on global demand and available resources.
How can I suggest a textbook or translation?
We welcome suggestions for new textbooks or languages to
prioritize. Email us at
[email protected]
with your recommendation and how it would benefit learners in your
community.
How can I help?
We welcome support from philanthropists, translators, educators,
and subject matter experts. You can:
- Support new translations, formats, and outreach efforts
-
Volunteer as a translator or reviewer to verify
machine-generated translations
- Provide subject matter or instructional feedback
Email
[email protected]
to get involved.
