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A Study Of Usage And Implementation Of Flexbooks Among High School Algebra And Biology Teachers And Principles In Arizona, Shawn Hoffman-Bram Mar 2014

A Study Of Usage And Implementation Of Flexbooks Among High School Algebra And Biology Teachers And Principles In Arizona, Shawn Hoffman-Bram

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The purpose of this study is to discover the challenges, advantages and disadvantages regarding the implementation and usage of customized digital curriculum called Flexbooks or Open Education Resources (OER) in select high school biology and algebra courses in Arizona. The results of this study will be used to assist educational leaders in the implementation of Flexbooks into their respective educational systems.

While economics is a driving factor behind the Flexbook movement, many school systems are struggling with the technology support and necessary infrastructure in order to begin adoption. Studies conducted in higher education systems indicate that technology infrastructure enhancements and …