Izzy Books

What type of materials will I receive?

Digital materials are available in Izzy Books programs and can be eBook or courseware materials.

How long do I have access to my digital materials?

Digital materials can be accessed for a minimum of 180 days (about 6 months) and may be available for longer periods based on the material adopted and the publisher's terms.

Are recommended course materials included in the Izzy Books program?

Only materials identified by the professor as “required” are included. All “recommended” materials will be available for purchase separately at the bookstore.

Is Izzy Books required or can I opt-out of the program?

All students who register for participating courses are automatically enrolled in the program once they registerfor their courses. Students may choose to opt-out and remove themselves from the program before the out-out deadline for a full refund. If a student opts-out, they are then responsible for finding/purchasing their required materials independently. Students must take action to opt-out of the program each term. There is no penalty for opting out.
Click here to view a demonstration video of opting out.

What are the opt-out dates for this academic year?

Students may opt-out of the programbefore the census day of the semester. If the opt-out period has not ended, you can opt back in by going to the opt-out portal and choosing “Opt-In”. 

What if I add or drop a course?

If you add or drop a course, that information is automatically transmitted to the bookstore.

• Added courses: Within 24 hours of adding a course, you will receive an email at your school email address with details to access your digital materials and/or materials are provisioned directly into the LMS.
• Dropped courses: For courses dropped prior to the last day to drop/add/opt-out deadline, access to electronic or digital materials will be automatically disabled.

How does Izzy Books Work?

Izzy Books is Texas A&M Corpus Christi’s course materials program designed to ensure students are prepared for the first day of class with access to their required course materials.
Your campus has an opt-out model and includes digital courseware materials. Faculty can choose to enroll all, some, or none of their courses in the Izzy Books program each term to provide their students with convenient, affordable access.

Follett (our Campus Store 3rd party provider) works on behalf of the campus to negotiate required material prices with publishers down to the lowest possible price. Follett then works with the campus store to ensure all digital materials appear in Canvas.

All students participating in courses are automatically enrolled in the program, and students who are not interested in the material savings can opt-out of the program by the census date each term with no penalty. Students who opt-out of the program are responsible for finding and purchasing their own required materials.

How are faculty and students notified about the program?

Faculty choose to participate their course(s) in the Izzy Books program at the point of adoption. Students are notified if they enrolled in a participating course at the point of course registration.
Additionally, all participating students and faculty will receive communications to their school email address providing them with all necessary program information including deadlines, fees, and how to opt-out and opt-in as available.

• Be on the lookout for the following emails with the following subject lines:
• Kortext - Your New Materials from…
• Important Information Regarding your Course Materials for the Upcoming Term
• Your Izzy Books materials for <term> are almost here

Is the program mandatory or can students opt-out?

All students who register for participating courses are automatically enrolled in the program once they register for their courses. Students may choose to opt-out and remove themselves from the program before the out-out deadline for a full refund. If a student opts-out, they are then responsible for finding/purchasing their required materials independently. Students must take action to opt-out of the program each term.There is no penalty for opting out.

Click here to view a demonstration video of opting out.

What are the program benefits?

• Faculty can begin teaching on the first day of class as all students are prepared with correct materials.
• Required course materials available digitally in Canvas LMS by day one of class, with no waiting in line with heavy books.
• Easy access and management of digital course materials in Canvas LMS.
• Reduced stress related to finding and purchasing the correct course materials in time for the start of classes.
• Digital platforms offer key features: highlighting, flash cards & note-sharing, leading to greater success in the course.
• Up to 60% lower than equivalent pricing for required course materials.

Will students save money?

Students can save up to 60% off the original price thanks to the campus store’s relationships with publishing partners and bulk purchasing power. The program also reduces student stress during the purchasing process and provides a method to easily access, manage and use all course materials regardless of format or cost.

How do students get their course materials?

Once the student registers for their courses and enroll in participating courses in the program, the student is automatically enrolled in Izzy Books and the campus store will get all their required materials for that course ready for them. Students will receive confirmation emails to their school account sharing details to access their digital materials in Canvas, as applicable.

Students will find this information in the emails: Important Information Regarding your Course Materials for the Upcoming Term

How do I get my course materials that aren’t included in the program?

Only required digital courseware materials for courses participating in the program are included. For suggested, recommended, or other course materials, you can order these materials online or visit the campus store where textbook experts will be happy to assist you.

What if a student adds or drops a participating course?

If a student adds or drops a course, that information is automatically transmitted to the campus store.

• Added courses: Within 24 hours of adding a course, students will receive an email at their school email address with details to access their digital materials and/or if their materials are already provisioned directly into Canvas.
• Dropped courses: For courses dropped prior to the census date (last day to drop/add/opt-out/opt-in) deadline, access to electronic or digital materials will be automatically disabled.

How do students access their required digital course materials?

Students participating in the program will have their required digital materials available directly in the campus’ LMS. Students will receive emails from no-reply@kortext. com with instructions and details on accessing their materials. For any technical issues and additional support, students can email us@k ortext.com. For self-help articles and resources, visit the Kortext help site.

Do students get to keep their materials at the end of the term?

Digital materials can be accessed for a minimum of 180 days and may be available for longer period of time based on the material adopted and the publisher's terms.

What if a student opted out/in by mistake or changed their mind?

If the opt-out/opt-in period has not ended, students can opt back in/out by going to the opt-out portal and choosing “opt-in”/”opt-out”. They can login to the opt-out portal by checking their school email for the link to the opt-out portal.

What if I’m in a course not participating in the program?

Faculty have the discretion to choose to put their courses into the program or not. Students who would like to participate in the program and have their required course materials provided at a discounted cost are encouraged to talk to their faculty about moving their course into the program.

Will this impact faculty’s textbook selection or academic freedom?

No. Faculty still retain full academic freedom and can choose the materials used in their courses.

Where can I get help?

For general support resources visit the Customer Support Center.

You may also contact the campus store directly at:

• 6300 Ocean Drive Unit 5786 University Center 18 Corpus Christi, Texas, 78412
• 361.825.2603
• texasamcc@bkstr.com

Beyond Course Materials

Your campus store is available to support you throughout the term with technology, supplies, and officially licensed campus merchandise.

Visit the campus store in person or online resources and services.