Technology
FlatWorld
Flatworld is a digital publisher of college textbooks, homework, and instructor supplements. Instructors may choose to integrate Flatworld within their Canvas course.
- Access and Create FlatWorld Homework Assignments
Instructors may use FlatWorld to create homework assignments for their course. This feature may be accessed by following the instructions linked below:
- Access FlatWorld Textbook External Tool
Instructors may use the FlatWorld Textbook external tool to make resources available for students in their course. This feature may be accessed by following the instructions linked below:
- Import a Question Test Bank
Instructors may import test questions from the FlatWorld Question Test Bank. This feature may be accessed by following the steps below:
- Accessibility Information
- Authorized for instructional use.
- Users may require accommodations with this tool, please consult with SAAS for students /ADA Coordinator for employees.
Accessibility Resources (links to VPAT, Help resources):
- https://downloads.flatworldknowledge.com/vpats/FlatWorld%20VPAT_April%202024.pdf
- https://catalog.flatworldknowledge.com/accessibility
- https://support.flatworldknowledge.com/en/articles/5412065-textbook-accessibility-audio
- https://support.flatworldknowledge.com/en/articles/9091686-using-flatworld-homework-visual-accessibility-tools
- https://support.flatworldknowledge.com/en/articles/5753505-accessibility-pdf-requests
Additional Information
How to Get Help
Technical assistance is available through the Illinois State University Technology Support Center at:
- Phone: (309) 438-4357
- Email: SupportCenter@IllinoisState.edu
- Submit a Request via Web Form: Help.IllinoisState.edu/get-it-help
- Live Chat: Help.IllinoisState.edu/get-it-help