Grycz, C.J.: ¬The textbook of the future (1996)
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- Abstract
- Discusses the future of the textbook in the electronic age. Identifies the characteristics of the textbook of the future. It will: be the product of coalitions of experts; be customizable by teacher an student; use dynamic online databases to remain current; be sold in a variety of sizes or durations; be delivered inexpensively via campus or regional replication services; include dynamic interactive segments; offer a suite of helper applications to enhance both teacher/student and student/student relationships; and offer the basis for a permanent ongoing structure for continuing education after completion of formal coursework. Discusses the challenges this future poses to authors; publishers; teachers and students. Considers issues relating to intellectual property, reward and pricing, and how the textbook to tomorrow will affect the act of teaching
