Resources for Students

After registering for classes, check the UND Bookstore website to find the list of required textbooks for your courses and the electronic format options.

If the bookstore does not list an e-text option, explore other book sites or go to the publisher’s website to see if they have an e-text version for you to purchase. 

• Amazon  - Carries a wide selection of electronic and audio-books in various formats available for purchase.
• VitalSource – Online retailer that carries electronic textbooks as well as electronic resources, such as study guides, for certain textbooks.
• Bookshare
• National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS)
• Learning Ally

If no digital options exist or the digital (e-text) available is not accessible to your screen reader, Student Disability Resources will obtain or produce an accessible version free of charge, however you will need to provide proof of purchase for a hard copy or digital version. To start this process, contact your Access Coordinator to assist you.

Policy for Conversion to E-Text

Student Disability Resources provides instructional material in alternate format(s) as an accommodation to students who have disabilities that adversely affect the ability to use standard printed materials.

Alternate formats include electronic text, large print or braille. Only "Required" instructional material will be produced in alternate format. Formatting of "Optional" or "Recommended" instructional material must be discussed with the student's Access Coordinator.

Students must give adequate notice of their request for material in an alternate format in order for Student Disability Resources to provide it in a timely manner. Students are also required to provide proof of purchase of the print materials to access digital material.

It is the student's responsibility to follow the Student Disability Resources policy and procedures regarding alternate formats.

Student Disability Resources Responsibilities

• Discuss with the student the need for an alternate format.
• Identify the specific type of format the student needs.
• Determine with the student which printed material will be converted.
• Consult or problem solve with the instructor when appropriate.
• Provide the materials to the student in a timely fashion.

Student Responsibilities

• Request alternate format from Student Disability Resources in a timely manner.
• Follow the Student Disability Resources Policy for Material in Alternate Formats.
• Notify Student Disability Resources of any changes in the request, e.g., class dropped, instructor assigned more or different material.
• Report any problems to Student Disability Resources immediately so appropriate steps can be taken to correct the situation.

Faculty Responsibilities

• Whenever possible, maintain syllabi, handouts, and other instructional materials in electronic text format.
• Provide Student Disability Resources with a list of required reading material, course syllabus, and handouts when requested.
• Provide Student Disability Resources with any additional instructional material assigned throughout the semester.
• Consult with Student Disability Resources when appropriate.