Tips+for+Teachers

=Types of Content=

One major advantage to using digital textbooks is their interactivity. Digital textbooks should not include only static content (text and images) but also interactive content (hyperlinks, videos, embedded objects). The list of possibilities below will give you some ideas for the types of content to include in your digital textbook.

Include a variety of types of content in your digital textbooks:
 * Text
 * Images
 * Videos
 * Hyperlinks
 * Interactive games
 * Additional readings
 * Discussion questions
 * Quizzes
 * Instructional presentations
 * Recording of Mimio lesson
 * PowerPoint
 * Prezi
 * Handouts
 * Study guides
 * Graphic organizers
 * Homework
 * Templates
 * Student work samples
 * Discussion thread
 * Post questions using the discussion thread and have students respond

=Structure=

Textbooks have a structure that helps students find information they need. Structure your digital textbook so that students can quickly and easily access information and resources. Use the following features to give structure to your digital textbook.


 * Pages for units / topics of study / content strands / novels / etc.
 * Table of contents
 * Headings and subheadings on each page
 * Diagrams with labels
 * Images with captions
 * Interactive glossary
 * Horizontal lines to separate content (click "Insert Horizontal Rule" button on editing toolbar)
 * Tables