Also, if you purchase a used textbook from a source other than your University Bookstore, the access code may not be available for individual sale. While we know you want to save money by buying used books, sometimes it ends up costing you more to buy the used book and access code separately. If I buy a used textbook and the access code separately, will it be cheaper than buying the new textbook package (that includes the access code)?īefore buying your course materials, it is best to do a bit of research to determine the difference in cost between buying a new package that includes the access code versus buying a used package and access code separately. To be certain, click the "Show Sample Access Code Voucher" and it will display all the terms and conditions set by the publisher of the access code. Once an access code has been purchased it cannot be returned. Can I use the access code I got in a package with my chemistry textbook for my biology class?Īccess codes are generally tied to specific textbooks, so you need to buy the access code that accompanies your specific textbook. No, access codes do not always include a subscription to an e-book. Do access codes always include an e-book? If your professor recommends that you purchase an access code, it is probably because the online content gives you access to additional study material. If your professor requires you to purchase an access code, it is because at least part of your grade will be related to and/or come from the online content. The content you access depends on the course, but can include things such as practice exam questions, interactive videos to help you understand course concepts, and course assignments.
If you drop the course during the first two weeks of the semester, contact WebAssign, who will release the code back to you for a refund from your original place of purchase.Access Code FAQs What is an access code? Why do I need one?Īn access code is a password you use to access course content online. Monday-Thursday, 9 am - 10 pm Eastern Time You can review the system requirements here.įor problems with your WebAssign account, visit their student support page. The recommended browser to use for WebAssign is Google Chrome or Firebox. On September 5 you will need to enter an access code in order to continue using the program.Ĭurrent homework assignments will be listed under My assignments.
We recommend taking advantage of this by clicking "continue my trial period" until you are sure you will be enrolled in the course, at which point enter your access code here. Log on using your IdentiKey username and IdentiKey password. You should see this screen (with the date changed to September 5): Include your first and last name, your CU email address, your IdentiKey username, and the course and section number you are enrolled in.Ī representative from the publisher (Cengage Learning) will be available in the Gemmill Library on Tuesday, August 23, from 12:00 noon to 4:00 pm to answer student questions about the textbook and getting enrolled in WebAssign. Then email to become enrolled in WebAssign.
If you added the course after August 18, or if you have switched sections, Your username is the same as your IdentiKey username, and your password is your IdentiKey password. If you registered for the course by August 18, then you should already be enrolled in WebAssign. You can buy the textbook from other vendors, but make sure it includes access to on-line homework (EWA).
You can also buy the hard copy plus ebook plus multi-term access to on-line homework from the bookstore. If you end up wanting access for future courses, you will need to purchase the product again. This gives you access for only this semester. Ebook plus one-term access to on-line homework. Ebook plus multi-term access to on-line homework (You can use this for Calc 1 (MATH 1300), Calc 2 (MATH 2300) an Calc 3 (MATH 2400). Hard copy of book plus multi-term access to on-line homework (You can use this for Calc 1 (MATH 1300), Calc 2 (MATH 2300) an Calc 3 (MATH 2400). You can buy directly from the publisher at this website:ġ. There is a two-week trial period in the beginning of the semester during which all enrolled students may use WebAssign without an access code. The first assignment is due Wednesday of the first week of class, so do not wait! You can get started immediately, even before purchasing the text and WebAssign access! Assignments are due at 11:59 pm on the due date.
Shown in WebAssign, and are also posted on the schedule page of this website.
It is your responsibility to make sure you complete each assignment by the posted due date. Completion of these assignments is a required part of the course. Enhanced WebAssign (EWA) is an on-line system for answering homework problems.