Adoption of e-textbooks may depend on perceived usefulness [8] and the supplementary resources they provide to navigate and fill in certain topics [9]. As such, educators within higher education institutions often have an influential role over what texts are used in their courses which can determine how and when learners interact with assigned course materials [8]. If e-textbooks are provided as an alternative resource, students can have the opportunity to decide and engage with assigned course material through their preferred format and device.
However, as quality, accessibility, and platform of e-textbooks differ per provider, determining if an e-textbook is a viable alternative resource falls on the educator. Adopting or creating an e-textbook, similar to any course material, requires evaluation, to ensure the outcomes of the course, align with the purpose of the learning resource.
To support adoption of e-textbooks, University of Central Florida aims to track and champion instructor-designed digital resources, expand faculty development in e-textbook selection and fund further research in e-textbook effectiveness [8].
As e-textbook usage grows, new and more robust features are added to proprietary platforms which claim to assist with content mastery. Recent reports from education publishers identify sales of digital course materials surpass sales of print textbooks [10].
The next generation of e-texts may include fully built learning environments [11], featuring simulations, learning analytics, and collaboration, such as the ability for the instructor to share their highlights and notes with students. The digital reading environment is still subject to technological change and disruption [8]. As a result, e-textbooks continue to evolve and vary by producer.
As new technology comes out, there may be future iterations that significantly impact use and adoption, therefore it is important to remain flexible and informed. The overall teaching and learning implications of e-textbooks are fairly insignificant; both traditional paper textbooks and e-textbooks are fundamentally just content delivery mechanisms. The difference between print and e-textbooks are more often detected in the additional online content that publishers may provide with their textbooks.
If there is significant online content included with the textbooks which can be print or electronic in format , there is more opportunity for students to engage in the material, particularly if there are online assessments and homework exercises. Unfortunately, there may also be an opportunity for a higher level of plagiarism, as electronic content can be leaked. The interactive functionality coupled with some but not many e-textbooks may provide opportunities for additional engagement or practice with the course material.
The search functionality in e-books increases ease of access to on-demand information. However, e-textbooks are associated with a number of potential small benefits that may render them useful in some contexts. Copyright: University of Miami. All Rights Reserved. Display: Default High Contrast. University of Miami Simple text logo for University of Miami. Search UM Mobile. Popular Links. Search Site.
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