Electronic Textbooks
Schools are adding technology to their list of teaching and learning resources every day. As things like computers and tablets become less expensive, it is becoming easier for many schools to purchase these tools for teachers and students as teachers prepare students for the future and make learning more accessible. Even textbooks are being replaced by technology. Many schools are giving students laptops and tablets as replacements for textbooks. Well, this may seem like a good idea, but it isn't for everyone. Many rural schools may not have access to internet that is strong enough or fast enough to provide students with access to the information they need. Many students still do not have access to internet, much less high-quality internet. Therefore, replacing textbooks with technology may not be effective for all students if high-quality internet is not available.
Another problem is not all schools can afford it. There are many schools that have the capability to purchase enough new technology so that each student has equal access. However, this is not always the case. It would be unfair for some students to have technology and others still stuck using old textbooks.
Technology is a powerful tool in teaching and learning and it is important that students have access to technology as much as possible. Many of the careers students will enter as adults require knowledge of technology. However, all schools need to balance the need for technology with availability.
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Read the sentence from the passage.
Well, this may seem like a good idea, but it isn't for everyone.
How could this claim be revised to include more precise language or domain-specific vocabulary?
A.
Replacing textbooks with laptops may seem like a good change, however there are reasons this isn't best for all students.
B.
Changing from textbooks to computers may seem like a good idea, but it isn’t for everyone.
C.
Not all students and schools are ready for the change to electronic textbooks.
D.
While using computers and tablets as textbooks may seem like a good idea, not everyone thinks this is a good idea.
