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E-book technologies in education and India's readiness.

Authors :
Rao, Siriginidi Subba
Source :
Program; 2004, Vol. 38 Issue 4, p257-267, 11p
Publication Year :
2004

Abstract

This paper provides background information on e-books, and outlines their implementations, advantages and disadvantages. Details are given of the e-book technologies of hardware and software with tables comparing the features of various products on the market. The role of e-books in education in general is outlined. The specific case of India is described in more depth with details of initiatives for utilising e-books for a national literacy mission. The paper concludes that, at present viewing technology is a limiting factor but that in future content will become paramount. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00330337
Volume :
38
Issue :
4
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Program
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
15313887
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1108/00330330410566097