Textbook Resources
Textbook Search Resource (SDCCD)
The best way for students to find out textbook info for a class prior to receiving the syllabus is to do the following:
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Go to the class schedule.
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Find the class you are seeking.
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Click the blue "details" button, scroll down to books. Then click the blue "books" button.
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It will open to a new textbook store tab. You will have to accept conditions, and then it will show any textbooks listed as required or supplementary for the class.
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Lastly, if you see a dollar sign crossed out symbol next to/underneath the class title, then the professor has identified there are either no textbooks or OER resources for that class.
In the case there are no textbooks listed, it may be that there are in fact no texts for the class OR that the teacher has not input them yet. So if there are none listed, it's a good idea to reach out via email to the professor.
Textbook Support Resources (Miramar College)
Course Reserves
The library's Course Reserves collection (located behind the Circulation Desk counter) offers students an extensive array of textbooks for courses currently being taught at Miramar College. Search Miramar College’s online Course Reserves Lookup to identify titles available in our Reserves Collection.
Open Educational Resources (OER)
Open Educational Resources (OER) refers to teaching and learning materials that are freely available online for everyone to use and includes course modules, lectures, homework assignments, lab and classroom activities, pedagogical materials, games, simulations, and many more resources contained in digital media collections from around the world (as defined by OER Commons). OER most often refers to openly licensed textbooks and ancillary materials that are available at little or no cost to students. Learn more about Miramar College’s OER: https://sdmiramar.libguides.com/oer
Pell Grant
If you receive a Federal Pell Grant Award, an account will be available to you in the Bookstore. The Federal Pell Grant Bookstore Account will be available approximately one week before and two weeks after the start of each semester. In order to use either of these options, you must be awarded a Federal Pell Grant, enrolled in at least 6 units and be a California resident. Learn more about Pell Grants at https://sdmiramar.edu/services/financial-aid/programs.
EOPS Book and Supplies Vouchers
Eligible students who have been accepted to the Extended Opportunity Programs Services (EOPS) and related programs (CalWORKs, CARE, NextUp) may receive a book and supplies voucher. Students must meet eligibility guidelines, apply, and be accepted into EOPS to receive any benefits offered by the program. Learn more about EOPS at sdmiramar.edu/services/eops.
San Diego Promise Book Grants
The San Diego Promise is a two-year completion program that provides unparalleled access to community college education by removing financial barriers and providing wrap around support. The program provides up to two years of free tuition to eligible students. Participation in the Promise program comes with a variety of benefits, including books grants for eligible students. Learn more about San Diego Promise at https://sdmiramar.edu/services/promise
Jet Fuel Resource Center (Basic Needs)
Due to limited resources, Basic Needs Department at Miramar College is unable to support the purchase of textbooks or access codes. Our team is able here to help you navigate the resources outlined above.