Question on introduction of e-books in schools nationwide

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Ceist Pharlaiminte

Chun an Aire Oideachais agus Eolaíoctha
To the Minister for Education and Science

To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if there are plans for the
wide-spread introduction e-books in schools nationwide; and if he will make a
statement on the matter.
– Thomas Pringle.

For ORAL answer on Wednesday, 3rd July, 2013.
Reference Number: 32282/13

Freagra

Minister Ruairí Quinn

Encouraging the deployment of high-quality curriculum-relevant digital
resources is a clear priority for the ICT in Schools programme. In this
context, I am fully aware of developments in the digital textbook publishing
industry and I believe that the digital format can complement other formats and
modes of learning to greatly enhance teaching and learning. It is important for
schools, in conjunction with parents, to retain local autonomy in deciding
whether to recommend their pupils purchase e-books and how best to manage their
integration into classroom practice over the medium and long terms. In making
this decision, each school should consider all the available information and in
this regard the Professional Development Service for Teachers, which now
incorporates the ICT in Schools function, is available to advise schools. A
detailed advice sheet on the adoption of e-books will be available from my
Department shortly.

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