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"Being able to assign the reading certificates as a way to ensure that students are actually reading the textbook is so helpful. My students are really enjoying how interactive and up to date the textbook is, which is really amazing!"
-Kent State Instructor
“I noticed students use more terminology from the text which shows me they are reading. In the discussion or prompts, they also are trying to apply and connect theories in particular. I have been pleased as it makes the discussions more engaging and meaningful. Prior, it felt like students would rely on lived experiences and now they have some tools/ resources to connect those experiences to the course. ”
-Broward College Instructor
“I had an amazing experience with the SY textbook. I truly think that it has made the biggest difference in my sociology course; I think if I had had any other textbook, I would not have liked my sociology course as much. SY is so much more approachable to students than other textbooks. It is not boring, dense, and difficult to understand but rather breaks down the sociological concepts in a way that a student can understand. ”
-Student User
“It is perfect for an introductory course like this one because it does not assume that we know terms and concepts already. My roommate takes this class too and her first language is not English, but I believe we understand the course at the same level thanks to the textbook. It also provides a natural gateway for the professor’s lectures in class, while I feel that professors teaching with another textbook often have to force a connection between the textbook and class. Overall, the SY textbook might be the best textbook I’ve ever had, speaking from a student perspective.
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-Student User
“The topics are interesting, it is so easy to follow, and I believe that this is one of the most fun textbooks I have ever gotten to use. I enjoy this class and this textbook.”
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SY helps students LEARN, APPLY, and THRIVE... one chapter at a time.
SY makes learning exciting and fun with real-world applications and gamification.
SY provides an enhanced learning experience with the science of learning, achievement and happiness videos.
SY challenges students to critically think about sustainability and social justice issues.
We update SY annually to keep content current and relevant. We send instructors a summary of updates at the beginning of August, so you don’t have to reread the book each year.
We update SY annually to keep content current and relevant. We send instructors a summary of updates at the beginning of August, so you don’t have to reread the book each year.
SY engages students like no other Intro textbook. Let’s face it! Traditional textbooks don’t excite students. Our gamified textbook captures the attention of Gen Y and Z students. You will see the difference immediately as students come to class prepared and ready to engage in discussions and active learning activities.
SY offers detailed lesson plans with specific classroom activities so you don’t have to spend your valuable time creating activities. SY provides PowerPoint audio lectures to assign students prior to class so this will reduce your lecture prep time. The result is that you engage your students and save prep time. A win-win solution!
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