eSchool News

JULY 4, 2023

Many educators, like Tom Bober, Library Media Specialist (AKA Captain Library), District Library Coordinator in the School District of Clayton, agree that the preference should be student driven. So, to recommend an eBook over a print book really looks at how and when the student wants to access the book.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

MAY 3, 2024

Today, publishers are increasingly troubled by the rampant growth of online piracy, which not only diminishes their revenues but also undermines their intellectual property rights over their eBooks. These include the ability to read an eBook, download it, save it to favorites, and take screenshots.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

MAY 6, 2024

The integration of technology into education has led to a steady rise in the adoption of electronic books (eBooks). Apart from their portability and affordability, eBooks offer a multifaceted learning experience that goes beyond traditional printed materials. Advanced Reading Modes in eBook Apps II. Table of Contents: I.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

MAY 6, 2024

The last decade has seen the eBook publishing market evolving at a rapid pace with an increasing number of publishers lowering the barriers to entry for new writers. Choosing the best eBook hosting platforms makes the process of book publishing much simpler and faster.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

MAY 6, 2024

When it comes to distributing eBooks and printed books, there are several platforms that offer a range of services for authors and publishers. In this post, we’ll explore the best eBook hosting platforms that are well-suited for self-publishing authors and publishers alike. Let’s get exploring! Table of Contents: I.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

APRIL 29, 2024

In the growing digital age, readers have picked up the habit of reading eBooks, sometimes even over traditional paperbacks. eBooks, which are digital versions of traditional print books, have revolutionized the publishing industry. Offline Reading Mode: Some SDKs offer functionalities in eBooks, including offline reading mode.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 1, 2024

Bookopolis –focused on student reading Books that Grow –read a story at many different reading levels Class Literature Epic –a reading library for kids, 15,000 books; most digital devices F ree Books –download any of our 23,469 classic books, and read Great Books Online by Bartleby Gutenberg Project IBooks –amazing way to download and read books.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

OCTOBER 22, 2022

You can have your entire library in your own pocket to take anywhere you go. There are several websites and online libraries that offer access to free ebooks and audiobooks. In the list below, I compiled for you some of the best places where you can search for and access free ebooks and audiobooks. Registration is free.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 19, 2023

International Children’s Digital Library The ICDL offers over 4,600 digital children’s books in over 59 languages that exhibit tolerance and respect for diverse cultures, languages, and ideas. Books are made available from a variety of sources including the Library of Congress.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

There’s a ritual that kicks off every new quarter in Michelle Luhtala’s library at New Canaan High School, one where English teachers send a gaggle of students through her doors to pick a new batch of books. Gauthier has been surprised that high schoolers have put up the most resistance to the ebook transition.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 18, 2020

With that being said, it is also worth noting that there is still one more amazing resource that families should tap to make the most of any online learning experience—the local public library. Public libraries offer an incredible array of tools, supports, and resources—far beyond (but also including) the books.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 13, 2024

EBook Libraries EBook libraries are changing how students access reading materials, making heavy backpacks filled with textbooks a thing of the past. This nurtures artistic exploration and helps students understand the cultural impact of visual arts.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 17, 2022

. – August 17, 2022 – Capstone, an innovative learning company merging children’s content with easy-to-use edtech tools for K-5 classrooms, libraries, and home, announces substantial enhancements to its Capstone Interactive eBooks platform. Among the improvements, the eBook platform and reader will be Section 508 compliant and WCAG 2.1

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eSchool News

MARCH 25, 2020

Benchmark Education is are now offering free access to their extensive collection of eBooks to families and educators. The library includes books both in English and Spanish for grades K-6 and is accessible to users using nearly any device with internet access. This library is available through July 31, 2020.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Key points: School libraries have evolved to offer students and teachers everything they need See article: Modern students need modern librarians See article: 10 reasons we love school librarians For more news on school libraries, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching page What makes an effective school library?

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edWeb.net

JUNE 30, 2023

Leveraging the use of eBooks and audiobooks to expand access to reading materials as well as improve literacy skills for students was the focus of the edLeader Panel “ Keys to Elevating Readers with eBooks and Audiobooks.” Palacio, is assigned as a class book, students immediately rush to the library to get their own copy.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

MARCH 24, 2021

With the closures of local libraries due to the current pandemic, book lovers experience what Concepción de León called 'literary withdrawal'. However, this does not have to be a crippling condition.read more

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Kitaboo on EdTech

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

The publishing industry is undergoing a major change as more and more readers prefer eBooks over printed books. This is evident from the fact that the eBook market is expected to grow by 2.00% from 2023 to 2027, reaching a market volume of US $15.33 But why are eBook reader devices so appealing to readers?

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eSchool News

JANUARY 15, 2024

Burnsville, MN – Mackin , a leading provider of print and digital fiction and nonfiction books for PK-12, is pleased to announce it is a multiyear honoree and winner of its eighth Platinum Award in LibraryWorks’ tenth annual Modern Library Awards (MLAs). The MLAs were created to recognize the top products and services in the library industry.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

OCTOBER 28, 2022

With the advancement and convenience of digital technology, a lot of readers now prefer eBooks since they can carry hundreds of books with them simultaneously on their digital reading devices. Hence, if you are planning to release your book, you do not only have to deal with physical manuscript publishing but also eBook publishing.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

MAY 4, 2019

Libby is an excellent app that allows you to access your local library and borrow ebooks and audiobooks. The way Libby works is very simple: open the app, find your local library, use your library.read more.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JANUARY 30, 2021

With the closures of local libraries due to the current pandemic, book lovers experience what Concepción de León called 'literary withdrawal'. However, this does not have to be a crippling condition.read more.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Today, eBooks – short for electronic books – have made learning convenient, interactive, and affordable for students. Advantages of Introducing E-textbooks in Classrooms eBooks Improve Learning Not all students do well using traditional offline methods of learning.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022

Schools are now distributing eBooks and eModules to their students via eLearning platforms which come with highly intuitive learning tools. We have listed the top 10 eBook apps best suited for the eLearning industry. #1 KITABOO is one of the most interactive eBook and eLearning platforms. 2 Aldiko Book Reader. 5 Cool Reader.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

AUGUST 20, 2023

Over the last ten years, eBooks in classrooms have become an indispensable part of the education system. Blackboards have been replaced with virtual whiteboards, projectors have made a permanent place for themselves in classrooms, and printed books are increasingly being replaced with eBooks. For instance, an image of an eye.

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Buncee

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Since winning the AASL award for one of the best digital storytelling tools in 2017 , the Buncee team has always loved being a part of school libraries across the country. In fact, teacher librarians in the Buncee community inspired this list of ideas for using Buncee to compliment and promote eBooks and eResources collections.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 20, 2022

International Children’s Digital Library. Books are made available from a variety of sources including the Library of Congress. Open Library. Open Library is a curated list of over 20 million books (and growing) that are available worldwide to all age groups whether from the public domain or under copyright protections.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 14, 2019

When you talk to an adult reader about ebooks, they typically come down on one side of the fence or the other. Ebooks do their best to replicate (or improve upon) all that’s good about reading. The interactivity is where ebooks tend to claim the higher ground. To that, I say to each their own. It’s a more active process.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

The popularity of eBooks has indeed opened a plethora of new opportunities for readers and authors. At the same time, numerous emerging authors all around the globe have also benefited immensely from self-publishing eBooks. The eBook self-publishing process is not only cheap and easy but also highly sustainable.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 19, 2023

Burnsville, MN – Mackin , a leading provider of print and digital fiction and nonfiction books for PK-12, is pleased to announce it is a multiyear honoree, winning another Platinum Award in LibraryWorks’ ninth annual Modern Library Awards (MLAs). The MLAs were created to recognize the top products and services in the library industry.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Scholastic US research indicates that of children who had read an eBook, 26% of boys and 16% of girls said they were reading more books as a result. There’s no limit or allowance to worry about – just complete access to the entire Nimble Stories’ library, as if it were your own. Kevin Palmer, Nimble Stories Founder.

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eSchool News

MAY 6, 2022

From May 4 through August 17, students from participating schools worldwide can enjoy free, 24/7 access through the Sora reading app to 50 juvenile and young adult ebooks, audiobooks and Read-Alongs from their school, the largest amount ever offered through the program. Audiobook titles include Flannery and Game Changer. See the full list.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

MAY 29, 2017

It provides a huge library featuring over 20.000 eBooks designed specifically for kids 12 and under. May 29, 2017 Looking for some good summer reading books for your kid? Epic has you covered. The.read more.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

MAY 16, 2024

The worldwide user base within the ‘eBooks’ sector of the digital media industry is projected to hit 1.1 The worldwide user base within the ‘eBooks’ sector of the digital media industry is projected to hit 1.1 About 50% of all ebook readers worldwide said they prefer reading from a handheld device.

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Edsurge

MARCH 17, 2020

Libraries are temporarily closing their doors due to coronavirus—like so many other institutions in the wake of a growing pandemic. But what does it mean for librarians to serve patrons without a library ? But what does it mean for librarians to serve patrons without a library ?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 3, 2023

Middle School and High School are designed for semester or quarter grading periods typical of those grade levels with topics like programming, robotics, writing an ebook, and community service with tech. Each ebook is 148-203 pages, with 251-420 images. The curriculum is used worldwide by public and private schools and homeschoolers.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

JUNE 30, 2022

The more tech-savvy current generation prefers to read eBooks or books in the electronic format on their smartphones or dedicated readers. Readers can store a whole library of eBooks on their smart devices and read them in the comfort of their own space or while on the go. Why should you use audiobooks?

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