Opting out of First Day Access Books

Issue/Question

How do I opt out of First Day Access materials (FDAs)?

Environment

• usd.textbookx.com
• USD Online Bookstore
• usd.edu/textbooks
• Akademos

Cause

In order to keep costs of books to a minimum, some classes arrange to have books ordered from publishers for students. These First Day Access materials are available in D2L. If the student already has a copy, they can elect to opt-out of using the online First Day Access materials. 

Resolution

1. Go to USD's Online Bookstore 
2. Sign in with your USD credentials
3. In the upper right-hand corner, click on your name 
4. Select eLibrary 
5. The course will be displayed and underneath it, the words Opt out
6. Click Opt out
   Note: if you accidentally click Opt out, it is possible to click Opt in thereafter
7. BHSU, DSU, Northern State, School of Mines or SDSU students taking a USD class who are unable to log into USD's Online Bookstore can contact Charlie's Fan & Bookshop with the following information
   1. Your Banner ID & Email
   2. Course 
   3. FDA course materials you would like to opt out of 
8. Charlie's Fan & Bookshop, please email Account Rep and IT at Akademos with the above information