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Question
Should tablets replace textbooks?
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Yes, tablets should replace textbooks.

Incorporating new technology into education can support students' learning and is more environmentally friendly in the long run, ultimately becoming a game-changer in education.

Supporting arguments · 6

  1. Tablets make classes more flexible and interesting
    Software designed for classroom use diversify the teaching and learning experience for teachers and students respectively.
  2. Tablets and electronic textbooks are more affordable
    E-learning is a growing trend, and discounts for educational purposes make devices more affordable for students.
  3. Learning on tablets is more effective
    Studies have linked the usage of electronic textbooks (e-textbooks) in studying with better academic performance.
  4. Learning on tablets is better for the environment
    Using electronic textbooks will greatly reduce the carbon footprint that the education sector makes.
  5. Using tablets will reduce the weight of students’ backpacks
    One tablet can hold all the textbooks for different subjects.
  6. Tablets have more updated information
    Some textbooks contain terms or information which has been disproven or removed from the curriculum since the publish date. Tablets would remove this issue.