Dear Chapman Instructors,

I’m writing to share an update about how students will access their ebooks and digital materials starting Fall 2025. Our bookstore partner, Follett Higher Education, is introducing Kortext, a new ebook platform that will improve the student and faculty experience with digital course materials.

What is Kortext?

Kortext is a leader in ebook delivery, trusted by over 7,000 campuses and 3 million students globally. The Kortext platform offers you and your students:

  • Smarter study tools like shared annotations, interactive notetaking, and natural-sounding AI-powered text-to-speech.
  • Anytime, anywhere access to learning materials with native apps for iOS, Android, Windows, and Mac, plus offline reading.
  • A built-in library of 20,000+ OER materials to offer you and your students free access to supplemental resources.
  • Robust security and privacy, with in-country infrastructure, ISO 27001 certification, and compliance with state and federal regulations.

What does this mean for you and your and students?

For Students: Students will purchase ebooks and digital course materials in store or online, just as they do today. Once purchased, students will access their materials in a familiar way—via a code on their receipt, an order status email, or a direct login at read.kortext.com. Students who participate in an access program will have their digital materials also available in the Canvas LMS using the “My Materials” link that is globally available in Canvas.

For Faculty: Faculty can continue selecting and assigning course materials as usual. ISBNs remain the same and the content on Kortext will be the same.

How can I learn more about Kortext?

Please take a moment to review the following video that covers the key features of the Kortext platform: Kortext Introductory Video.

Additionally, we have curated a series of articles that go into more detail on each of the Kortext features.

How can I acquire a desk copy of my materials on Kortext?

Kortext desk copies are available within the bookstore Adoption tool by searching for any title and choosing “Open Desk Copy.” Step by step instructions are available on the faculty help portal.

If your course is participating in an access program, Follett will automatically provide desk copies of any materials adopted into the program. You will receive an email prior to the start of the term with instructions on how to access your materials.

Where should I go for help?

Follett support is available to assist you and your students with any issues by visiting support.follett.com.

We are excited about this improvement to the student learning environment. Thank you for your partnership in making this a success on campus.

If you have any questions, please reach out to our campus store leader at Anna Larson at 2046mgr@follett.com or visit support.follett.com.

Thank you,

Aroline Williams

Chapman Market Leader
Follett Higher Education
awilliams@follett.com