* MyPhilosophyLibrary is a library (database) of over 60 full-length books and 150 primary source readings, browseable by Philosopher, Title, Era, Geography, Branch of Philosophy, and Field of Philosophy. Users will be able to download a PDF of a selected primary source. Each primary source will be accompanied by a head note (abstract) and 6-12 assessment questions for assignability and to gauge reading comprehension. * Concept Maps is an amazing interactive Concept, or Mind, Mapping tool that links key Philosopher Profiles, with interative TimeMaps, Primary Source Readings, Audio, Video, etc. * Analysis Activities are an innovative new tool that allows instructors to electronically highlight primary source readings within the eText, and ask associated question(s) specific to their course needs. In turn, students will be able to respond to their instructor's question via a discussion thread, and have their answers saved into a gradebook. * Quick Reviews are an interactive feature that addresses reading comprehension. A student reading the text is prompted to answer a section-based question, to which there are no 'right' or 'wrong' answers.
Students are then able to view how fellow students who enrolled in the course responded; and see how their results allow them to progress from simple content knowledge to evaluation. * Philosopher Profiles are a series of virtual study cards for each major Philosopher-- including biographical sketches and Philosopher's answers to central questions in Philosophy such as, 'Are You Free?', 'Who Are You?', etc. --will present biographical sketches, related resources, and philosopher's responses to essential questions in the study of philosophy. * Audio/Video resources Audio, video, and text-based resources will be organized and correlated by chapter. Resources may include, but are not limited to related video clips, lecture videos, podcasts, and program broadcasts (such as NPR). In additino, almost every resource will contain related assessment in order for instructors to assign them to students! * TimeMap is a timeline which connects the traditional ' who ' and ' when ' with the ' where ' to interactive 'Pins' in the map that will include links to Philosopher Profiles, MyPhilosophyLibrary, Audio/Video, etc. * Discussion Topics found within the parent textbook, are made to be both interactive via MyPhilosophyLab and assignable to the gradebook. * Flashcards glossary term flashcards will serve as a means to review key concepts and terminology; with an added ability to access them on mobile devices.
* "Philosophical Lens" a dynamic RSS feed provides new and contemporary ideas for professors and students to discuss either in or outside of the classroom. * MySearchLab Activities author assignable www.MySearchLab.com activities introduce students to MySearchLab and the tools and resources offered there within. * Study Plans MyPhilosophyLab will include Pre-Test, Post-Test, and Chapter Exams; which consist of open-ended question types for self reflection, and analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of content present throughout the textbook.