Blogs #2 - eBooks

 eBooks

    As time passes by, technology becomes more and more in control of the world we live in. It has taken over and introduced many different things. Perhaps one of the most recognized platforms that technology has found an alternative for is reading books. Technology has introduced "eBooks" which are basically books read online. eBooks have become very popular in my opinion especially among college students. They usually cost a bit less than regular books and students do not have to worry about carrying them around or losing them. 

Reviewed & Downloaded

    I first became familiar with eBooks during my first year in college in 2017. I found out that eBooks can be downloaded and read at any time anywhere. This was very interesting for me, but I did not purchase any of my college books as a eBook until my 4th semester. Nonetheless, eBooks are very convenient and pretty easy to follow along. The most common way I have used eBooks to download and read books is through "Epic." I have read many books from Epic, some of which include "The Cat in the Hat," "Hermit Frogs," "Pete the Cat," and "Curious George." I read these books for my nephews as part of their required class readings. I love Epic and I think it is amazing for kids to learn how to read and enjoy reading. There is option where the books can be read for the reader. There is also options for highlighting. 

How is the Format? Will I Use It?

    I love the online format for reading eBooks. From my experience, eBooks are not that far of from the traditional books. They have the same features and the text is written the same. eBooks can be enlarged, which many people find helpful. 

    I will definitely use eBooks in the future especially for assigning reading homework. I think having kids use eBooks at home to read books is pretty encouraging and fun. Besides technology is everywhere, so we might as well use it in the most effective and positive ways. eBooks can also be used when doing independent reading in a classroom. 


Comments

  1. HannahJanuary 29, 2021 at 1:23 PM

    I really enjoyed reading your post especially the last section. e-Books would be great for assignments but one thing I worry about with that is the technology and internet gap between students. But I think there are ways you can make it work for everyone. Also depending on what apps or websites you are using to read e-books you can also change the type of font. Which is helpful since some fonts are easier to read than others.

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