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Old 12-11-2009, 05:53 PM   #1
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Old 12-11-2009, 05:59 PM   #2
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"Digital instructional content" coming to Texas?

Huh!

Do they even make creationist textbooks for e-readers?
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Old 12-11-2009, 06:14 PM   #3
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Do they even make creationist textbooks for e-readers?

Hee-Hee.

Many schools have already begun using e-readers to address the cost and bulk and latest updates/versions.
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"Digital instructional content" coming to Texas?

Huh!

Do they even make creationist textbooks for e-readers?
I have no idea, but if there is a market, I wouldn't be surprised to see someone do it.

(Note: they are not all Creationists in Texas. It only seems so.)
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What about taking the book home for homework? That seems to be a drawback to me.


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... (Note: they are not all Creationists in Texas. It only seems so.) ...
I was only kidding about Texans; I know they’re not all creationists. Some are cowboys and secessionists!

(I have to add that so those nutty Texas militia members won't come gunning for me!)

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What about taking the book home for homework? That seems to be a drawback to me ...
Good question. It's much easier for cash-strapped parents to replace lost or damaged textbooks than it is to replace lost or damaged e-readers. There are many advantages to going digital, but children and teenagers aren't always the most careful of people around delicate electronic instruments!
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