Macmillan Learning general manager Susan Winslow explains how the textbook publishers of yesterday are transforming into cutting-edge digital platforms focused on student success, and what the Covid-19 crisis is revealing about the future of learning. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2020-05-14 04:00:00 UTC ]
A jury found a number of companies owned by Philip Smyres guilty of copyright and trademark infringement for selling counterfeit textbooks. The textbook publishers that filed the suit were awarded $34 million in damages. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2018-04-12 00:00:00 UTC ]
Last week, the Texas State Board of Education held its final public hearing on new social studies textbooks being adopted for use in the state’s schools over the next decade. Despite being deep in the heart of Texas, some right-wing activists testifying at the hearing appeared to believe we were... Continue reading >> [ Source: Slate | 2014-11-26 00:00:00 UTC ]
Two months ago, I argued here on BetaNews that despite the ever-increasing chorus of negativity surrounding Apple, its best days are ahead. One of my reasons for my belief is the young consumer, where the Cupertino company is building a considerable amount of brand equity. Today's... Continue reading >> [ Source: Betanews | 2012-01-20 00:00:00 UTC ]
Apple has announced a new multimedia app called iBooks Author, allowing writers to create their... Continue reading >> [ Source: The Bookseller | 2012-01-19 00:00:00 UTC ]