1. Topic 2 Instructional text OWT 410

2. Educational media Instructional text Hypertext Electronic books

3. Instructional text An instructional text is a non-fiction text that describes (instructs) how something is done using a series of sequenced instructions. Examples are recipes or rules for games. Part 1 of 1 … 2

4. Educational media Instructional text Hypertext Electronic books

5. Hypertext Hypertext is text displayed on a computer or other digital device with references (hyperlinks) to other text that the reader can immediately access, usually by a mouse click or key press sequence. Part 1 of 2 … 4 Hypertext Hyperlink

6. Hypertext The prefix hyper- (comes from the Greek prefix υπερ- and means over or beyond) signifies the overcoming of the old linear constraints of written text. Hypermedia refers to complexes of branching and responding graphics, movies and sound. Part 2 of 2 … 2

7. Educational media Instructional text Hypertext Electronic books

8. Electronic books An electronic book is a digital book with textual and non-textual content that may include multimedia. Part 1 of 4 … 1

9. Electronic books Unique features of electronic books include: o Bookmarks o Underlining o Highlighting o Hyperlinks to other sections in the book. o Own personal customisation of references can be added to a digital book. Part 2 of 4 … 6

10. Electronic books Part 3 of 4 … 6

11. Electronic books o Readers find it easy to read from a computer screen. The electronic version will enhance learning. E-book readers o E-books are usually read on dedicated e-book readers. o Personal computers and some mobile phones can also be used to read e-books. Part 4 of 4 … 4

12. Educational media Instructional text Hypertext Electronic books