What’s a “Flexbook” you ask?
The Virginia Physics “Flexbook” project is a collaborative effort of the Secretaries of Education and Technology and the Department of Education that seeks to elevate the quality of physics instruction across the Commonwealth. Participating educators will create and compile supplemental materials relating to 21st century physics in an open–source format that can be used to strengthen existing physics content.
The concept of open source textbooks is very cool. Open source and education are a natural match. I know there are other free textbooks out there, but I really like the level of collaboration Virginia trying to achieve here. The finished materials will be released under a Creative Commons Attribution Share–Alike license.
It will be interesting to see if the term “flexbook” catches on. I like it.
Find out more on the Virginia Secretary of Technology’s website.
