Learning Services Cluster
Learning Services Cluster
About eTextbook
The eTextbook is an electronic version of the physical textbook, which can be accessed from different devices (desktop, laptop, tablet and smartphone) and across various operating systems (iOS, Android, Windows and Mac).
With interactive features that allow students to easily search for content using keywords, create highlights, take notes and share them with peers, the eTextbook offers a learning experience that is collaborative and socially engaging.
In addition, as a downloadable resource, it enables students the flexibility to learn anytime, anywhere even when there is no network connectivity.
FAQs on eTextbook
Features of the eTextbook
Navigate and Search
Learn how to navigate and to use the keyword search function within your eTextbook to look for specific information for your assignment or to do research.
| Video (Online) | Video (Mobile) | Video (Downloadable) |
Highlights and Notes
Learn how to highlight important concepts or information for easy retrieval, and how to use the notes-taking function to summarise or write your own reflection on the different sections in the eTextbook.
| Video (Online) | Video (Mobile) | Video (Downloadable) |
Share and Subscribe
Learn how to share notes or questions with your classmates or instructors for a more collaborative and interactive learning experience.
| Video (Online) | Video (Downloadable) |
Copy and Paste Content
Learn how to easily copy content of your eTextbook to a word processing programme to help you in your note-taking or assignment preparation.
| Video (Downloadable) |
How do I access the eTextbook
Step 1: Log into your Canvas account using your student user ID (exclude @suss.edu.sg) and password.
Step 2: On your dashboard, select your course.
Step 3: Select iBookstore from the left navigation menu.
Step 4: Your course textbook is listed under 'Course eTextbook'. Click on 'Launch eTextbook'.
Step 5: You will be directed to VitalSource Bookshelf Online or Alkem Library for your course eTextbook(s).
If you are accessing VitalSource Bookshelf for the first time, there will be a prompt to create a VitalSource account. Please use your SUSS email address for the account creation.