Maximizing ACCESS: Enhancing Textbook Affordability and Course Materials Efficiency
Presenter:Derrick Sawyer, Deana Anderson
Audience: Faculty
In Person: BR-70
Learning Goals
- Equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of the Bookstore ACCESS program, including its benefits for students and faculty.
- Outline the adoption timeline and processes to ensure faculty can manage course material orders effectively.
- Highlight available textbook affordability strategies and student options to reduce costs while enhancing learning.
- Provide actionable steps and contact information for ongoing support with course material inquiries.
Seminar Description
This interactive seminar will explore the Bookstore ACCESS program, a transformative initiative designed to simplify textbook access while reducing student costs. Participants will learn about the program's benefits, from improving student success rates to streamlining faculty textbook adoption processes. The session will also address best practices for managing textbook orders, including key deadlines, and tips for communicating with the bookstore. Additionally, participants will explore the wide array of textbook affordability options available to students, including rental, digital, and new/used textbook choices.