Listen up students! The days of being able to complain about heavy backpacks or conveniently forgetting books in lockers are numbered. In the next 2 to 3 years educators can expect to see some form of electronic book in the classroom. E-Books have already made a lasting impression on readers who enjoy the portability and convenience. Electronic Books or e-books make sense for schools. For a fraction of the cost, students are provided with all text books and support material in a single location. High-lighting relevant information and identifying key concepts becomes as easy as a click of a button as students individualize learning in a hand held device. Advanced readers allow students to take notes and connect to the internet for further related learning. Schools in California ,Texas and Ohio are considering implementing e-books to help reduce budget deficits and increase student learning.
As an English teacher, I look forward to e-books in the classroom. Providing students with a variety of literary titles and encouraging exploration and connection enables students to drive their education. I believe e-books will streamline education and revolutionize a generation of readers who will grow up to ponder the term page turner.
Sunday, March 7, 2010
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