Russia Proposes Shift to Electronic Schoolbooks

Develop a phased program for transitioning to electronic textbooks in the secondary education system.

Consensus

A proposal was made to develop a phased transition to electronic textbooks in Russia's secondary education system.
The proposal was submitted to Minister of Education Sergey Kravtsov by Pavel Shapkin, head of the National Union for Consumer Rights Protection.
Heavy school textbooks are cited as causing health problems such as poor posture, muscle and joint strain, headaches, and fatigue.
Electronic textbooks are considered more cost-effective than annual printing and paper expenses.
The Ministry of Education previously stated that electronic devices are only allowed as supplementary tools in schools, not replacements for paper textbooks.
Experts emphasize the need for proper visual hygiene when using electronic devices, including screen distance, lighting, and regular breaks.

A doctor of medical sciences, Tatyana Shilova, stated that electronic textbooks can be part of modern education only if visual hygiene standards are followed, including screen distance of 30–40 cm, proper lighting, and 90–120 minutes of daily outdoor time. — m24
The Ministry of Education previously deemed the transition to electronic textbooks unacceptable due to sanitary norms restricting electronic device use to supplementary roles. — vesti