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Flex Picture eBooks (FPB) are a format that aims to increase the accessibility of eBooks, by dynamically adapting its contents to the users needs. The project leverages the latest advances in EPUB3 to transform the creation of inclusive digital learning materials. While EPUB3’s support for rich media holds immense potential for accessible education, widespread adoption is hindered by a steep learning curve and the time-intensive nature of development. This paper presents FPB’s approach to streamlining the authoring of interactive, adaptable EPUB3 publications. FPB empowers the creation of illustrated digital books that dynamically tailor themselves to individual children’s needs, fostering equal access to foundational education.
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Flex Picture eBook has received funding from the European Commission’s and the Agency Erasmus+ France through the action KA220-SCH Cooperation partnerships in school education. Grant Agreement No.: 2022-1-FR01-KA220-SCH-000088072.
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Gharbieh, D., Punz, M., Miesenberger, K., Salinas-Lopez, V. (2024). Flex Picture eBook Builder - Simplifying the Creation of Accessible eBooks. In: Miesenberger, K., Peňáz, P., Kobayashi, M. (eds) Computers Helping People with Special Needs. ICCHP 2024. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol 14750. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-62846-7_8
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