Work with the Bookstore

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Textbook Ordering

Bookstore Recommended Adoption Deadlines

  • Spring  – October 15
  • Summer A/B/C  –  March 15
  • Fall  –  April 15

The recommended Bookstore deadlines will allow more time to:

  • resolve faculty adoption/order issues
  • source more used books for students, which saves students money
  • buyback student textbooks at much higher prices since the bookstore will have advanced notice that the books will be used the following term
  • have books on the shelf for the first day of classes so students do not fall behind
  • order custom books with enough time to be printed and shipped

Learn more about these deadlines on the Textbook Adoption Compliance F.A.Q.

Adopting Your Course Materials

What is USF ACCESS?

The USF ACCESS Program is a partnership between the professor, the publisher, and the bookstore to offer the student the lowest price for their required digital course materials.

    • USF ACCESS reduces the price of the required material. It does NOT change the material faculty submit. It simply offers the students a reduced-price digital option.
    • The only difference to your student will be:
      • The student must “opt-in” if they want to participate
      • The student will be billed through “Tuition and Fees” instead of paying out of pocket.
    • For more information or to participate in the program, please email USFACCESS@follett.com

How do I Access Follett Discover?

  1. Log into Canvas
  2. Access your course.
  3. On the left toolbar there is a link for “Follett Discover.” It will open in a new window so please ensure your pop-up blocker is turned off.
  4. Make sure you are in the correct term. Submit an ISBN or use the search functions to find your required material.
  5. If you do not require material, select “I have no materials” or “OER Material” for your course.

Are there any videos about using Follett Discover?
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USF ACCESS is the Follett’s course materials savings program available only through the USF Bookstore.

Faculty FAQ

  • Why should I use the USF ACCESS Program?
    It is designed to reduce the cost of required instructional materials and ensure students have access on the first day of class.
  • How do I get started?
  • What course materials can be used for USF ACCESS?
    Any digital (eBooks, MindTAP, CONNECT) materials can be used in the program. Digital content has provided the most cost savings for students.
  • How will my students know my course is a part of USF ACCESS?
    As the bookstore sets up your course, they will email a student PowerPoint and sample syllabus language to your USF email, including the cost to the student and the length of time the opt-in portal is open. You will receive email instructions on how to set up your course in Canvas, and a Calendly link if you prefer to schedule a one-on-one virtual session with set-up support for USF ACCESS.
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