Ohio Administrative Code
Title 3342 - Kent State University
Chapter 3342-3 - Administrative Policies Regarding Academic Requirements
Section 3342-3-04 - University policy regarding textbook selection
Current through all regulations passed and filed through December 16, 2024
(A) Policy statement. In order to provide more affordable options for students, and pursuant to section 3345.025 of the Revised Code, faculty shall consider best practices in affordability in choosing course materials. These best practices include, but are not limited to, standardizing materials over multiple sections of the same course, the use of e-texts, the adoption of an inclusive access model, and the use of open educational resources. Pursuant to Section 133 (20 U.S.C. 1015b) of the 2008 Higher Education Opportunity Act faculty must, to the maximum extent practicable provide timely adoption of course materials. Faculty have academic freedom to choose textbooks and supplemental materials for their courses.
(B) Scope. This policy applies to all faculty (i.e. part-time, non-tenure track, tenure-track, etc.) and for all courses (i.e. non-credit, credit, etc.) offered by the university. The term "textbooks" and "supplemental materials" shall include paper, electronic, and other similar coursework materials, including those published or distributed electronically through the learning management system.
(C) Implementation.