Abstract
The e-book market is currently in a strong upswing. This research study deals with the question which practical uses the e-book format EPUB3 offers for (higher) education. By means of a didactic content analysis, a range of interactive exercise types were developed as a result of conversations with teachers. For this purpose, a didactic and technical concept has been developed. Different kinds of exercises were prototypically implemented in an e-book. Finally, a brief overview reflects the present state of the current e-book readers. A subsequent discussion illuminates the strengths and weaknesses of the format. In summary , it can be remarked that EPUB3 is suitable for a variety of different exercises and that it is able to serve as a basic format for forthcoming digital textbooks. Furthermore the openness of EPUB3 will assist Open Learning and Teaching in a meaningful way.
Original language | English |
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Pages | 324-336 |
Number of pages | 14 |
Publication status | Published - Mar 2016 |
Event | Smart Learning Conference - Dubai, United Arab Emirates Duration: 7 Mar 2016 → 9 Mar 2016 |
Conference
Conference | Smart Learning Conference |
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Country/Territory | United Arab Emirates |
City | Dubai |
Period | 7/03/16 → 9/03/16 |
Fields of Expertise
- Information, Communication & Computing