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The E.O. Wilson Biodiversity Foundation's 'Life on Earth' project could produce such a textbook within the next three years, and the organization intends to provide access for free (although the university-level material may require a slight fee). The project may primarily draw accolades for its timely content, environmental friendliness and financial benefits, but the developers -- with a keen grasp of the needs of today's students -- also recognize the modern educational advantages that videos and online material present. Director Neil Patterson reportedly realizes, "Motion and film are powerful ways of teaching. We're trying to exploit the human brain, like video games do."
The Foundation has released a preview of the biology textbook's first chapter, but completing the remainder of 'Life on Earth' will cost approximately $9 million. The textbook's longevity, accessibility and adaptability should attract the needed donors. Until that happens, though, different services exist that can help students save some dollars, which can in turn be used for more essential necessities -- like beer and pizza.
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Subscribe to commentsGailOct 23rd 2010 6:34PM
I am a college Biology instructor and the mother of three recent college graduates. There are many e-books available for purchase. They are environmentally friendly and students can carry a laptop or other wireless internet device to access it when needed. They can also rent textbooks to save money. In most cases, students can even use an edition that is slightly out of date. I let my students know that they are responsible for finding out what the differences are between the two editions. It can be a big money saver.