While
the issue of higher education affordability simmers, some point to required
course materials as a cost that could be reduced without undermining students’
learning. As the campus information hub for course materials, college
bookstores must stay on top of new formats, programs, and practices.
The
second Course Materials eXperience (CM-X) will help course materials
specialists and store managers become knowledgeable about new developments and
operational efficiencies to keep costs down for students. CM-X is a
concentrated track within Campus Market Expo (CAMEX) hosted by NACS in Dallas,
TX.
CM-X
opens with a networking event on Friday evening, March 2, and then moves into a
full day of educational presentations, roundtable discussions, and a working
lunch. As a followup to last year’s CM-X publisher panel, a new group of
executives from the major textbook publishers will offer their thoughts on how
the industry is evolving. Other sessions will explore inclusive-access
programs, open educational resources, hybrid course materials, and modernizing
course materials management.
The
program wraps up Sunday at the CAMEX trade show with more presentations in the
Course Materials Theater, visits with suppliers of academic materials and
technologies in the Course Materials Pavilion, and networking in the Course
Materials Collaboration Lounge. CM-X registrants are welcome to return to the
show on Monday and Tuesday.
CM-X
registrants also have an opportunity to attend a bonus Friday session about
course materials leadership on campus. Prior to CAMEX, a webinar exploring
faculty and students perspectives on course materials will prepare registrants
for the in-person event.
Visit
Course Materials eXperience for program details and registration information.
Register by Jan. 12 to receive early-bird discount pricing.
