Reflecting back on our work this semester, we’ve uncovered ways that textbooks can be challenging for students. Textbook jargon is a big factor students are faced with because a lot the concepts and  terminologies are unfamiliar.  Another challenge is a limit in teaching methods, in addition to pedagogical aids. One way OER addresses these challenges is by balancing simple and complex terminology within the text, with included definitions and examples. OER addresses the limited teaching methods and aids by implementing familiar examples for students to compare their learning with life experiences. Also OER textbooks use multiple aids to assist in comprehension for different types of learners. Some OER textbooks fail in this aspect because of a limited amount of pedagogical aids; meaning they might only include one or two learning alternative tools, which can limit diversity in learning experiences. Yes, students should be able to evaluate textbooks as part of their regular classwork/education because they are the intended audience. Therefore the information consumed should benefit their future and meet their level of comprehension with a challenging balance. If I was a professor choosing a textbook for my class the three important ideas to consider when selecting a text for students would be intent, utility and challenge. The textbook should suit the overall class objective, be useful outside of the classroom for professional use and challenging enough to spark critical thinking and conversation within the classroom. The most important thing I learned from this seminar is how textbooks affect the learning experience. Encountering textbooks on classes I’ve previously taken and being able to either comprehend well or struggle with the text taught me about the importance of terminology integration, engaging visuals, balanced writing styles and learning tools.