IU eTexts is a teaching and learning initiative (created and managed by UITS) offering faculty the option to choose required class materials such as digital texts, digital courseware, and other non-text-based digital learning tools.
The design of the initiative eliminates many of the early risks/barriers to academic success in a class. This benefit, along with the features of the e-reader (Engage), promotes engagement, academic success, and retention. Additionally, choosing to teach with IU eTexts reduces costs for students.
When to order
Ordering opens each February 2 and September 2, for the coming terms.
Benefits for instructors and students include:
- First day of class access in Canvas
- Bursar billing covered by all forms of financial aid and refund protection
- Engagement with students right in the text to help them develop good reading and studying habits
- Insight into students’ activity with their course materials with analytics
What is available:
- Stand-alone etexts
- Publisher courseware
- Course materials
- Open educational resources (OER)
- Faculty produced materials
- Pressbooks
- Customized publisher titles
- Select library holdings
Find the help you need
Self-enrolled Canvas resource/reference sites:
- For Faculty: IU eTexts: A Faculty and Staff Introduction
- For Students: The Student Guide to IU eTexts
- Ask questions, or schedule an online consultation in the IU eTexts Service Catalog.
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If you are considering creating a program like this at your institution, read eTexts 101: a Practical Guide.