Grant Program to Give Free Access to AI-Powered Reading Platform

E-reading publishing company Rebind has announced a new "Classics in the Classroom" grant program for United States high school and college educators, providing free access to the company's AI-powered reading platform for the Fall 2025 term.

Rebind's library of classic literature includes titles like Romeo and Juliet, Pride and Prejudice, The Great Gatsby, Heart of Darkness, and more. The texts are accompanied by original commentary from experts — authors, actors, educators, and philosophers — delivered to the reader via an AI chat experience. Students can explore experts' interpretations, historical context, and reflections in book club-style discussions designed to develop critical thinking skills. An "X-Ray" feature identifies when AI chat discussions reference source materials beyond Rebinders' original commentary, and provides vetted articles for additional context.

The platform also features videos with personal anecdotes from experts, as well as annotation tools that allow users to highlight, react, and make notes within the text. A "Reflections" feature encourages students to add their opinions about the text and how it connects with their lives.

"Teaching classic literature is not about looking backward — it is about helping students see themselves in these stories so they can recognize their struggles, ambitions, and dreams in the pages of great books," said John Kaag, co-founder of Rebind and Professor of Philosophy at UMass Lowell and the Santa Fe Institute, in a statement. "This grant is about equipping educators with new tools that promote thoughtful engagement and inspire lifelong curiosity."

Grantees will receive access to a Rebind title of their choice for use in their classroom. The application deadline is April 30, 2025. For more information, visit the Rebind site.

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