MERS eTextbook vs EMM EDB

"MERS eTextbook" (ONLY available for e-learning client schools) “MERS eTextbook” is an application which facilitates users to download eBooks published by Modern Education Research Society. The downloaded eTextbooks will be stored on the “My bookshelf” for easy access.   Features of MERS eTextbook: ‧ The eTextbook provides an extensive range of eTextbooks, including textbooks of various subjects and engaging storybooks. ‧ The application is able to identify users’ access right after they have logged in. It will then provide the suitable eTextbooks (including school-based textbooks) according to users’ school and level. ‧ Users will be notified to download new eTextbooks or update the downloaded ones whenever available.   Features of MERS eTextbooks: ‧ Each eTextbook is incorporated with practical tools, such as notebook, drawing tool, etc. ‧ eTextbooks are enriched with the integration of videos, audio materials, pictures, documents, spreadsheets and powerpoints, etc.      ‧ Interactive activities are included and users can track their learning history and results. ‧ Learning materials of various types are attached on specific page and position for easy access.

Educational Multimedia (EMM) is provided by the Education Bureau (EDB) for kindergarten, primary and secondary students as well as teachers to support learning and teaching. EMM includes theme-based short videos, multi-ending micro movies, animations, nursery rhymes, picture books, photos, sound tracks, and videos which are divided into chapters and short clips of a few minutes. These resources are developed based on the school curriculum and students’ learning needs, and are provided freely for schools to facilitate the design of learning and teaching activities and to enrich students' learning experience. Besides, informational videos are also developed for parents and teachers to introduce the latest developments in education. EMM resources are available on the Hong Kong Education City (HKEdCity) EMM website (https://emm.hkedcity.net) and this mobile application.