Mastering Educator Toolkit
As you prepare to use Mastering this semester, you may have questions as you get started. This support page has strategic links and on-demand videos to make your onboarding experience smooth and straightforward. Explore the resources below to tailor your Mastering course to your goals and create an engaging and interactive learning experience for your students.
Pearson Connected Learning: Shaping the future of teaching and learning
Built on over 50 years of research, Pearson Connected Learning is everything you need to teach effectively: Expert authors, digital learning platforms, and study & exam tools. Our integrated approach offers personalized, flexible options tailored to your unique classroom, empowering you to inspire success in every student, at every step.
Explore the power of Pearson Connected Learning
Explore Mastering’s Features and Learn About Faculty Resources
Interested in our Faculty and Student support options? Here are some helpful links:
AI-powered Study Tool
Integrated within the eText, this AI-powered Study tool (AIST) gives students clear, simplified explanations of course material, quick chapter or section summaries, and guided practice questions. Designed to support your teaching, the AIST helps students outside of class or office hours by providing guidance based on trusted Pearson content.
Explore our 24/7 student study companion
New! Study Prep
The Study Prep is designed to support student learning beyond the classroom by providing engaging concept lessons, personalized content aligned with course syllabus, exam simulations, practice sets, and more- no matter what course resource they’re using, Pearson or otherwise!
Supporting student learning beyond the classroom
Setting Up Courses with Mastering and Using the Mobile App
Have questions about using Mastering in your courses or need support with creating or copying a course? Explore the videos and links below to get started with Mastering. Our team is here to ensure a smooth and successful setup, so you can make the most of your time from day one. If you still have any additional questions, feel free to reach out to your Representative.
To create or copy a Mastering course that integrates with your school’s Learning Management System (LMS), click on one of the links below:
Check out the helpful videos below to get started:
- How to create or copy a course in Mastering?
- How to create an assignment in Mastering?
- Why use Dynamic Study Modules (DSM)?
- Adaptive Follow-Up assignments to support students
- How to schedule Reading Assignments in Mastering?
- Creating multiple pools in Mastering assignments
- Mastering security features & settings to help prevent cheating
- How to add Section Instructors and Teaching Assistants to your Mastering course?
- Getting started with Learning Catalytics
- Pearson+ Channels: Study support and videos included with any Mastering purchase
Supporting your students during their learning journey
Looking to make the most of Mastering? Explore the helpful links below.
The following links offer deeper insights into Mastering and how to use the platform effectively in your courses. Discover key features and learn how to make the most of it in your classroom.
- Top 5 Mastering features you may not be using
- Assigning Content in Mastering (comprehensive)
- Reviewing student performance within Mastering
- Anti-Cheating & Academic Integrity Best Practices
- More information on Mastering Assignment Categories & Settings
- Download Pearson+ App to access the eText and additional tools on the go