Day One Access

DayONE Access

DayONE Access is the name of GTCCs inclusive access program. Inclusive access is a method of providing access to digital course materials when an instructor uses interactive courseware platforms or e-books in place of printed text. The program allows our campus to reduce student material costs in comparison to traditional print text, and ensures that every student has easy access to the digital materials on the first day of class. In short, we have upgraded our course materials model to combine affordability and ease of access with 21st-century educational tools.

TWO MAIN GOALS OF DayONE Access

  • Reduce the overall cost of course materials.
  • Provide access to products which improve educational outcomes for students.

THE PROCESS IS SIMPLE

  • When an instructor decides to include use of an interactive courseware platform or eText in their curriculum, discount pricing is negotiated by the DayONE Access program.
  • Access to digital course materials is provided automatically for every student on the roster on the first day of class.
  • When you register for a DayONE Access class, a courseware fee will be assessed along with tuition for this class. This fee covers the cost of the digital course materials.  You can view your charges on Self Service, https://selfservice.gtcc.edu/Student/Finance.
  • During the drop/add period, students who choose not to use DayONE Access have the ability to opt out of the program in Canvas. By opting out, students will lose access to the digital course materials for their course.
  • Students that opt out, or drop the course, will receive a refund for the course materials fee.

BENEFITS TO STUDENTS

  • 30%-50% lower pricing than for printed textbooks.
  • Course materials available day one with no waiting in line for heavy textbooks.
  • Increased interaction with course content leading to greater success in the course.
DayONE Access FAQs
  • What is DayONE Access? DayONE Access is the name of GTCCs inclusive access program. Inclusive access is a method of providing access to digital course materials when an instructor uses interactive courseware platforms or e-books in place of printed text. The program allows our campus to reduce student material costs in comparison to traditional print text, and ensures that every student has easy access to the digital materials on the first day of class.
  • How does a student pay for inclusive access? Financial aid students will have the charge deducted from their account; cash, check and credit card payments for courseware fees can be paid directly to the business office with your tuition payment or prior to class starting. You can view your charges on Self Service, https://selfservice.gtcc.edu/Student/Finance. 
  • What does BKFEE - Book/Courseware Fee on student statement mean? This is the fee associated with DayONE Access. Digital content for courses will be integrated with the college’s learning system, Canvas. Check with your GTCC Campus Store to find out if additional materials are needed for your course.
  • How do I receive DayONE Access for my course? All students using DayONE Access will receive a welcome email from no-reply@verbasoftware.com prior to classes starting. The digital course materials will be integrated into Canvas. Please refer back to your welcome email.
  • I didn’t get an email about my DayONE Access course, but other students in my class did. Was I sent an email? The welcome email will come from no-reply@verbasoftware.com . Be sure to check your spam folder.
  • What does it mean to opt-out? When you opt out, access to all online content is disconnected, and you will be refunded for the courseware fee.
  • What if I decide to to “Opt Out”?  There will be link in Canvas where you can select opt out. You will receive a confirmation email once this has been complete. There is a deadline to opt out, the date typically coincides with add/drop period. A refund will be issued to your student account. Contact the GTCC Campus Store for more details.
  • What if I made a mistake and want to opt back in? At the same link in Canvas, a student can change from opt out to opt in status. There is a deadline to opt in; the date typically coincides with add/drop period. Contact the GTCC Campus Store for more details.
  • Can I still purchase a physical copy of the book? Absolutely! Many courses have a print copy available at the GTCC Campus Stores for a discounted rate. *Please note the purchase is for the book only. Purchasing the print copy is in addition to the courseware fee for the digital course materials. The printed book option is for students who want or need printed materials in addition to the digital course materials offered in the DayONE Access program.
  • I am using Federal Aid that does not allow a “course material fee.” How can I still save money and be included in such a great program? If you have Federal Aid such as the GI Bill®, you can still utilize DayONE Access! You will still pay the Business Office directly once you have elected to opt in. The “other charges” or “Book/Courseware Fee” is comparable to you purchasing textbooks up front in the bookstore.
  • What if a student must retake a DayONE Access course? Just like tuition, DayONE Access charges/fees will apply. DayONE Access is digital, therefore it cannot be reused.
  • I have questions that weren’t addressed. Who can I contact for further help? If your question has not been answered in this FAQ, please email bookstore@gtcc.edu for more information.