Textböcker

Textböcker are instructional books used as primary resources in formal education. The term is Swedish for textbooks. They present structured content on a given subject, organized into chapters or units with aims, explanations of core concepts, illustrative figures, examples, and end-of-chapter exercises. Most textböcker include a glossary and an index to support study, and are designed for use in classrooms or for self-study. They may be written for different levels, from introductory courses to advanced studies, and cover disciplines such as mathematics, natural and social sciences, languages, and humanities. Textböcker can be printed, digital, or hybrid, and may be single-author or compiled from contributions by multiple experts.

In education systems, teachers often assign sections of a textböcker aligned with a curriculum, and use accompanying resources such as teacher guides, workbooks, or online supplements. The rise of digital publishing has increased access to e-textböcker, multimedia features, and interactive exercises, while also giving rise to discussions about cost, licensing, and accessibility. Open textbooks, released under open licenses, seek to reduce costs and improve accessibility by allowing free use and adaptation.

Quality considerations for textböcker include accuracy, clarity, up-to-date content, inclusivity, and alignment with learning outcomes. The term lärobok is commonly used in Swedish to refer to textbooks; textböcker serves as a broader designation for such resources.