Overview
UCLA Store Course Materials (VitalSource Bookshelf) is a publisher LTI tool that is integrated in Bruin Learn and available in the left navigation menu of every Bruin Learn course site. It’s a virtual bookshelf, allowing students to access eTextbooks for their courses. Students also have the option to download the VitalSource app to their mobile device or tablet to access, read, and interact with their eTextbook course materials.
The UCLA Store Course Materials (VitalSource Bookshelf) integrates with ASUCLA’s Inclusive Access and Bruin One Access programs enabling students to access their course material content on the first day of class or choose not to participate in the program. For more information review the Inclusive Access (graduate courses) or Bruin One Access (undergraduate courses) programs on the UCLA Store’s website.
Primary Benefits
For Students:
- Workbook: The Workbook feature allows students to edit notes, add bookmarks, and review key concepts in a dedicated space.
- Global Search: Students can search terms across the entire eTextbook content and integrated workbook.
- Read Aloud: The text-to-speech tool is available for all eTextbook titles and supports all languages.
- In-Line Notes: Students can take notes directly in the eTextbook interface.
- VitalSource: Vitalsource is available as an app available on iOS, Android, Microsoft, and Kindle allowing students to access their eTextbook content directly from their phone or tablet.
- Bookshelf CoachMe: Students can opt to utilize the CoachMe feature integrated into the eTextbook. This feature allows students to self-test using ungraded practice questions and knowledge checks.
Availability
The UCLA Store Course Materials (VitalSource Bookshelf) is available campus-wide.
If you would like to learn more about UCLA Store Course Materials, please contact the ASUCLA Bookstore, inclusive of any associated student costs for course materials at: ackerman@asucla.ucla.edu
