Student courseware guides
Cambridge courseware (formerly CogBooks) makes it simple for students to access course materials, complete assignments and track progress on their unique learning paths throughout the semester. Browse the instructional guides and videos below to get the most out of your course.
If you’ve looked through the guides on this page and still have questions about using your courseware, or if you have technical issues, please email our support team at coursewaresupport@cambridge.org .
Getting started with courseware enrollment
To begin using our platform, you will need to access our courseware online and select an enrollment option. This guide walks you through the steps of gaining access to your course.
Please note: If your class uses a learning management system (LMS), you will access the course directly from the LMS. If your class is not using an LMS, you will receive a direct link to the course from your instructor.
Student_Guide__Access_and_Payment.pdf [Opens in a new window]Student Access and Payment Video
General course navigation
View instructions for opening the course from the home page, finding topics and sub-topics, exploring learning activities, and using the self-assessment tool to receive additional support when you need help understanding the assignment.
Student_Guide_General_Navigation.pdf [Opens in a new window]Student General Courseware Navigation Video
Using the table of contents navigation pane
You may also use the course content navigation pane on the left side of your courseware screen for advanced movement through the course. Learn how to find specific topics, activities or assessments from an overview of the entire course structure.
Student_Guide_Content_Based_Left_Navigation.pdf [Opens in a new window]Student Left Navigation Pane Video
Searching for specific course content
You may also want to jump straight to assignments or seek specific information within the course content. This guide shows how you can use the search function to quickly find topics, sub-topics and assignments.
Student_Guide_Search_Function.pdf [Opens in a new window]How to check grades
These resources help you find your grades based on the type of grading your instructor has selected. Assessment-based grades require you to answer questions correctly to receive credit for assignments. You earn completion-based grades simply by finishing activities you are assigned.
Student_Guide__Assessment_Based_Grades.pdf [Opens in a new window]Student Assessment Grades Video
Student_Guide_Completion_Based_Grades.pdf [Opens in a new window]Student Completion Grades Video
Using the rich text editor to ask questions
You may send questions directly to your instructor’s inbox using the rich text editor, which allows for greater accuracy. See how to incorporate special characters and other elements into your questions.
Student_Guide_Rich_Text_Editor.pdf [Opens in a new window]