If your instructor is using an Inclusive Access resource for your course, you will be able to access it through D2L. Inclusive Access links are usually located under Content in a module titled Inclusive Access.


To access your resource, click on the Inclusive Access link.


A screenshot of an Inclusive Access Content module in D2L. A red box is drawn around the Inclusive Access link.


Your available course materials will appear in the window. Click Read Now to open the material.


The Inclusive Access web portal includes a dashboard of materials for each course. Books have their own box with an orange "Read Now" button at the bottom.


Receiving an error?

A screenshot of a Vital Source launch error, including the status code 401 at the bottom of the screen.


If you receive an error reading Uh oh, your launch was unsuccessful, please try the following:

  • A Status 401 Error (shown at the bottom of the error screen) means you need to clear cookies and cache on the device.
  • Make sure you are accessing the materials through D2L.
  • If these steps do not help, contact VitalSource support desk at https://support.vitalsource.com