Saturday, January 19, 2013

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The Future Is Here, So Where Are the eBooks?

Why is Providing eTextbooks So Problematic?

Are EBooks Effective Learning Tools?

eBooks are no longer a 'new' technology - they have quickly become an established part of everyday life. Yet despite this, they're not widely accepted in the education sector. The advantages must surely outweigh the disadvantages, so is it just technology issues that's holding eTextbooks back? This week we look at the future of eBooks in education. Will we ever reach the paperless classroom? Let us know what you think in our LinkedIn discussion.

MIA: The Scarcity of eBooks in Schools

Ebooks have been with us for long enough that they have become a driving force in mobile device technology. But why are ebooks so scarce in schools? Surely they offer a great opportunity for educators? Find out why ebooks have made so little inroads in the US education sector. Read the full article here.

The Road Ahead: Embracing eTextbooks

Why are schools not embracing eBooks as an educational tool? Surely the features available in eTextbooks offer significant new learning opportunities for students? This paper describes how a review of related research revealed some of the issues currently associated with eTextbooks. Click through to learn more.

eBooks: Their Potential as Effective Learning Tools

eBooks are being increasingly adopted by students as their textbook format of choice. A pilot study in the US aimed to find out if there is a difference in undergraduate students' learning when using a traditional textbook as opposed to ebooks for classroom sessions. Discover the findings of the study here.