Course Materials

Overview

Course materials are one of the most important—and often overlooked—parts of course design. The choices instructors make about textbooks, readings, and other resources shape not only what students learn, but how they experience the course and whether they are able to fully participate in it.

Why Revise Your Course Materials?

The right course materials can do more than deliver content. They can reduce financial barriers, increase flexibility, and create more inclusive learning experiences. As the range of available options continues to expand—from traditional textbooks to open and customizable resources—so does the opportunity to design courses more intentionally.

Our Impact

These numbers are only possible thanks to the tireless efforts of our partners: individual faculty, course coordinators, the UF Bookstore, and the UF Libraries.

462

Affordable UF Badges

The number of badges per section issues for courses that are $20 or less for Spring 2026

2542

Zero Textbook Cost Sections

The number of badges per section issues for courses that are $20 or less for Spring 2026

$78M

UF All Access Savings

The estimated amount of money UF students have saved through the UF All Access program since 2014

About This Section

This section brings together resources that support a range of approaches. You may be looking to lower costs for students, adopt or adapt open materials, develop your own content, or ensure that your materials are accessible from the start. Whatever your goal, you’ll find support here.

• Affordable course material options, including programs that help reduce costs for students
• Open Educational Resources (OER) that can be freely used, adapted, and shared
• Tools for creating and customizing materials, including self-publishing platforms
• Library-supported resources that expand access to course content
• Accessibility considerations to ensure all students can engage with course materials
• Course syllabus tools and supports that help communicate expectations clearly