Step-by-Step Guide: Downloading and Using EPUBs and H5P Content from ObiOne on Your Content Management System (e.g., WordPress)

The ObiOne platform offers rich educational content that can be reused, remixed, and translated under a Creative Commons license. You can download this content in EPUB and H5P formats to use offline, in schools, or upload to content management systems (CMS) like WordPress.

Step 1: Choose Your Language

  • Visit the ObiOne platform and navigate to the content download section linked at the bottom of the main page.
  • Select the language of your choice from the list of available options.

Step 2: Download the ZIP File for Your Language

  • Once you’ve selected the language, you’ll see an option to download a ZIP file containing all the content in that language.
  • Click on the download button and save the ZIP file to your local device.

Step 3: Extract the ZIP File

  • After the download is complete, locate the ZIP file in your downloads folder.
  • Right-click the ZIP file and choose “Extract” or “Unzip” to extract its contents to a folder on your device.

Step 4: Copy EPUB Files (for Offline Use or Sharing)

  • Open the extracted folder, where you'll find several subfolders, including an EPUB folder.
  • Inside the EPUB folder, you’ll find all the content in EPUB format.
    • For Offline Use: You can copy these EPUB files to any device, like a tablet or e-reader, or share them directly with students or children for offline reading.
    • For Sharing: Send the EPUB files via email or other communication platforms to easily share content.

Step 5: Upload H5P Files to Your Content Management System (Example with WordPress)

If you are running your own platform, blog, or educational site, the H5P format is ideal for interactive content.For WordPress:The interactive content will now be available on your WordPress site and can be embedded in posts, pages, or lessons.

Install the H5P plugin on your WordPress site if it’s not already installed. Go to your WordPress dashboard, click on Plugins > Add New, and search for H5P. Install and activate the plugin.

In your WordPress dashboard, click on H5P Content in the left-hand menu.

Select Upload to add the H5P content you downloaded.

Click Choose File, then navigate to the folder you extracted from the ZIP file.

Open the H5P folder and select the H5P file you want to upload.

Click Upload to add the content to your site.

Step 6: Use and Manage Your Content

  • You can now embed the EPUBs or H5P content directly into your CMS or LMS, making it accessible to students, parents, or any visitors.
  • H5P allows you to add interactivity to your educational content, while EPUB files offer a readable format for offline use.

This process applies to most content management systems like Drupal and many other platforms that support EPUB or H5P integration.

Final Tips:

  • For offline use, EPUB files are ideal for reading on various devices.
  • For interactive use or when running a CMS, H5P files provide a dynamic and engaging format.