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How to Opt In

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Each school customizes their Inclusive Access program to meet their students' unique needs. Depending on your institution, you may be able to opt-out of the materials if you decide to acquire them elsewhere or opt-in to access the material through RedShelf's platform.

How do I opt-in?

Most schools use the "opt-out" Inclusive Access model, which opts students in by default. Your school will make it very clear if your course uses an "opt-in" Inclusive Access model, which opts you OUT by default. In this type of program, you have not been charged for materials and will not be charged unless you choose to opt-in. If you have access to materials on your RedShelf account when the course starts, it's temporary access. You will need to opt in to keep your access to them.
 
If you opt-in, note that Inclusive Access is not free and will be charged to your student account. The bookstore will have exact pricing information. Here's how to opt-in:
  1. Click the link to RedShelf in your LMS (Canvas, Blackboard, D2L, etc)
    1. Depending on the LMS and how it is integrated with RedShelf, the RedShelf link may be placed within a specific RedShelf module, or it may be in the Course Navigation menu. If you aren't finding the RedShelf link, reach out to your instructor and ask them where it is placed. 

  2. You will be taken to a page that looks like this:


  3. The blue banner at the top of the page lets you know your current opting status for that course/section. 

  4. To opt in, click Opt In on the right side of the blue bar. 


  5. Follow the instructions that pop up to complete the opt-in process.

That's it! You have access for the semester and your account will be billed after the add/drop deadline.

 

Can I opt-in after the add/drop deadline?

Again, it depends on your school's customized Inclusive Access program. Some schools allow you to opt-in any time during the semester, while others only allow you to opt-in before the add/drop deadline. If your school allows opting at any time, you can follow the above instructions! If not, follow up with your bookstore since they worked with your professor to coordinate what's needed for the course and can tell you the next steps.
 
Note that if you opt-in, you can opt back out before the add/drop deadline. Once the deadline has passed, you will not be able to change your mind and opt-out.

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