E-Book Technology and Its Potential Applications in Distance Education

Authors

  • Norshuhada Shiratuddin Computer and Information Sciences Department, University of Strathclyde
  • Monica Landoni Computer and Information Sciences Department, University of Strathclyde
  • Forbes Gibb Computer and Information Sciences Department, University of Strathclyde
  • Shahizan Hassan School of Management, University of Newcastle Upon Tyne

Abstract

The potential for distance learning students to use e-books is explored. E-books are gaining wider interest since the introduction of portable electronic reading devices and software-based readers that provide users with more realistic book reading experiences. The paper discusses where to acquire e-book technology, and how to create e-books. It also reports an evaluation to test the usability of different types of e-book compiler software. By using one of the compilers, the use of e-books to improve the interaction between educators and distance learning students in terms of access to teaching and learning materials and submission of assignments is also demonstrated.

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Published

2006-02-27

Issue

Vol. 3 No. 4 (2003): E-education: Design and Evaluation

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