Faculty
As a Taos or Los Alamos faculty member, your students will be automatically enrolled in the Select option for their course materials. All their required materials can be found in the My Shelf tab in Canvas.
Can I choose my own course materials?
Yes, faculty retain academic freedom to choose any course materials, including digital or physical copies, Open Educational Resources (OER), or materials from the UNM Bookstore. Only required course materials are included in the Complete Program. If you select an out of print title, we cannot guarantee delivery.
Can I still send students links to the publisher or elsewhere to acquire their course materials?
Yes, but not without incurring additional costs for students. We encourage all instructors to work with the UNM Bookstore so that all required course materials, both digital and print, can be provided under the flat-rate program.
Is the Complete option offered to Taos and Los Alamos?
Complete is not available for Taos and Los Alamos courses.
Can I still use OER for my courses?
Yes! This program supports the use of Open Educational Resources (OER) and encourages faculty to use it. The more digital content and OER included in the Complete Program, the lower the cost per semester can be for the student when costs are evaluated annually. Please provide us with the URL to the OER material you select.
Will course materials only be provided in a digital format under this program?
No, faculty can still choose their own course materials and delivery formats, including print.
How do I get a desk copy of my chosen course materials?
As in the past, you can contact your publisher representative directly to request a desk copy of your selected texts.
Digital course materials are not suitable for my course. Will exceptions be made to accommodate print?
Yes, if you prefer print materials, please specify any such requests when submitting your textbook adoptions.
I used to use Inclusive Access. Is this no longer available?
Select is the new name for our former Inclusive Access program! It offers greater flexibility than the previous IA model, as students can now opt out on an item-by-item basis rather than only at the course level.
Where can I access my materials?
Just like your students, use the bellow steps to access your materials:
- Log in to Canvas using a web browser.
- In the left navigation, go to Account → My Shelf (Fall 2026).
Submit your question here and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.
Course Materials Adoptions at UNM
Fall Adoptions:
The UNM Bookstores is introducing a new platform for submitting course materials: Collect by VitalSource. This tool provides a more organized experience, improved visibility into your selections, and a smoother path from review to final submission.
Where do I access the adoption platform?
To begin, use your personalized adoption link provided in emails from bookstore@verbasoftware.com. If you haven’t received this email, please contact us.
When should I submit my course material adoptions?
Course material adoptions should be submitted by the following due dates:
- Fall: July 1
- Spring: November 15
- Summer: April 15
Adoptions submitted after these dates are considered late. Submitting by the due dates helps ensure course materials are available to students on time.
How can I request an eBook?
The adoption platform will indicate when a digital version of the material is available. eBooks will have a specific eISBN corresponding to the digital format. If you cannot find the eISBN, you may request a digital version by leaving a comment in your adoption submission.
How can I ensure my class uses print copies only?
If a print version is available, the material will be listed as either paperback or hardcover. The bookstore will always source the most affordable version available, which is typically the paperback edition.
To ensure a print format is used, enter the print ISBN provided by the publisher. You may also leave a comment indicating that print is preferred.
My class does not require course materials. Do I still need to submit an adoption?
If your course does not require materials, please log in, select your course, and choose "No, I do not need to add books, OER materials, or supplies." For administrators and coordinators entering adoptions, this option will appear as "No Text Required."
This designation informs students that they do not need to obtain any materials from the bookstore and helps bookstore staff communicate course requirements accurately.
The book I want to use is out of print. Can I still request it?
Unfortunately, we are unable to source out-of-print books. If the edition you selected is no longer available, we will notify you and recommend the most current available edition.
Can I list multiple books and have students choose only one?
To do this, mark the books as Optional and leave a note with instructions such as "Choose one" or "Choose two."
Please note that optional titles are not included in the Complete flat-rate charge. Students will need to purchase optional materials separately.
Can I list an eBook as optional?
Optional eBooks are not currently supported.
Can I list a print book as optional?
Print books can be listed as optional.
Please note that optional titles are not included in the Complete flat-rate charge. Students will need to purchase optional materials separately.
How can I offer students the choice between an eBook and a print book?
Add the digital version as required and the print version as optional. This allows students to use the required digital material through the program or opt out of the individual title and purchase the print version instead.
Can I have one book as an eBook and another as a print book?
You can mix and match formats as needed.
How do I know I am requesting the most recent edition?
When submitting your adoption, select "Yes" when prompted with the question "Use most recent edition?" The bookstore will source the latest available edition.
How do I add free material or Open Educational Resources (OER)?
Please complete our OER submission form here, and the bookstore will add the material on your behalf.
If I am uploading PDFs to Canvas, do I still need to notify the bookstore?
If you will provide all course materials through PDFs or other files in Canvas, please mark your course as "No Text Required." This lets students know they do not need to purchase or pick up materials from the UNM Bookstore. Please also include the following comment with your adoption: "Instructor will provide materials in Canvas."
My class requires a preassembled kit. How do I add this?
If your class requires a preassembled kit, please contact us here.
My class requires other supplies that are not bundled as a kit, can I add these to my adoption?
No, students are responsible for purchasing these supplies outside of the Course Materials Access program.
I want to use the same materials as last semester. Does my adoption carry over automatically?
Adoptions do not carry over automatically. Please submit your adoption each semester, even if you are using the same materials.
If my students already have an eBook from a previous semester, do I still need to submit an adoption?
An adoption must be submitted for the title to appear in students' MyShelf accounts.
Students will not be billed again for content they already own, provided their access remains valid through the end of the current term.
What is courseware, and how can I request it?
Courseware is a software that supplements course content and often includes homework, quizzes, tests, and other learning tools.
To use courseware, you must submit an adoption through the bookstore and work with the publisher to complete the courseware setup.
I changed my mind about the materials I want to use. Can I make changes?
Please contact us here if you would like to change your course materials, and the bookstore will assist you.
If my department wants to buy books for the entire class, can I order through the bookstore?
Please contact us here and we can help arrange the order, provided your department authorizes the purchase.
How can I order a desk copy?
Desk copies must be requested directly from the publisher. Please contact us here if you require assistance in finding this information.
Can I add an adoption on my TAs behalf?
Please contact us here, and we will assist you with the adoption process.
I am a department administrator. Can I submit adoptions for faculty in my department?
Please contact us here and we can set this up for you.
I missed the adoption due date. Can I still submit an adoption? Can I still request print materials?
Yes. Late adoptions will default to digital whenever available to ensure students have timely access to required course materials. If an adopted title is only available in print, such as a workbook or other print-only item, additional time may be required before the material is available.
The University opened additional sections of my class. Do I need to notify the Bookstore?
Yes, please! Additional sections or increased enrollment may require us to secure more digital licenses or order additional print materials. Please let us know about these changes as soon as possible so we can ensure enough course materials are available for your students.
To get started:
Reminder: If your course doesn’t require materials, please still log in and indicate “no materials required.”
Submit your question here and a member of our team will get back to you.
