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How to try MindTap

Touring MindTap on your own schedule is fast and easy. Here’s how to sign in and get started.

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Check if MindTap is available for your course.


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Sign in or create a Cengage account.


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Search for a Cengage title and add it to your Library.


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Click “My Library” and select “Create a course.” Follow prompts for course creation.


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Go to “My Courses” and select your course to launch MindTap.


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Start exploring!


Sign in to your Cengage account

Sign in or create your own Cengage instructor account to start exploring MindTap for your course.

With your account, you’ll also be able to access our full library of eBooks, resources, teaching supplements and free professional development content.


Can I use MindTap in my course?

Select your discipline to explore its course guide. If MindTap is available for a specific title, you’ll see a yellow “MindTap” badge under the cover image.

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Whether you want to explore MindTap on your own, with a representative, boost your existing knowledge or need a hand signing in, we’re ready for you 24/7.

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Talk to a representative

Connect with a Cengage representative for a guided demo of MindTap, or to talk through specifics.

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