Journal of East China Normal University(Natural Sc ›› 2014, Vol. 2014 ›› Issue (2): 137-145.

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Interoperable global standard for “smart” e-Textbooks

B. MCCOY   

  1. International Digital Publishing Forum (IDPF)
  • Received:2013-11-01 Revised:2014-01-01 Online:2014-03-25 Published:2014-06-04

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Abstract: This paper reviews high-level requirements for digital learning content and the overall situation of e-Learning platforms to contextualize an overview of the status and adoption of EPUB 3 as an ICT standard for interoperable digital publications. The paper concludes with a review of recent and anticipated future developments for EPUB 3 and the overall Open Web Platform relative to emerging requirements for “smart” e-Textbooks and other education-oriented content.

Key words: interoperability, ICT standards, e-Learning, digital publishing

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