Foreign experience in the use of electronic textbooks
Abstract
Electronic textbooks are not new; but, they have not been widely used in the public education system. Even though many have predicted the popularity of electronic textbooks, the uptake has been less than anticipated. This article reviews research literature to uncover the use and the acceptance of electronic textbooks with foreign experience. It discusses research studies which have shown an effect on students’ learning and concludes with a discussion based on the studies and using foreign experience.
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