What are the requirements for electronic textbooks?
Using open e-textbooks is rational?
Electronic books are very important in terms of helping humanity to surmount the space and time limitations of printed books. The concept of libraries as we used to know has also changed a lot as a result of this new development.
Electronic textbooks are cheaper versions of printed textbooks. It does not require binding expenses. The study room of the student can be made as a library.Energy used in making paper and printing can be saved. Very little amount of electrical energy is required for reading e-books.However, frequent electricity break hinders in the use of e-books
1. Accessibility - many students are still sadly having to use Accessibility services to scan their text in order for them to be readable by software. It is a phenomenal waste of time and resources when digital textbooks exist and allow students with Disabilities immediate access.
2. Price is usually more affordable than with paper copies.
3. More sustainable - no resale issues, etc.
4. Many digital books allow learners to personalize their copy, enter their notes directly in the relevant chapter. Instructors too can do this for their students. Great impact on motivation.
While etexts can be accessible for many, it is important libraries ensure access for everyone. For instance, some university libraries are limiting the number of copies which does not allpw every student to read the text easily. Likewise while often commecting with accessibility software, there are still problems which will hopefully be resolved in the next few years.
Convenient for users –any time anywhere access.
Space concern of libraries is addressed.
Helpful for users with disabilities.
But generally e- books are not cheaper than their print counterparts.
In the present situation or in digital era, e-books are very important because if user need any information when he is in remote area than he concerned e-book and fulfill his required information.
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