Lecture 4: Year 2nd

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(3 Level)
Reading and Vocabulary: Traditional vs. Digital Publishing
Publishing
Publishing is the process of making books,
magazines, or other written materials available to
people. There are two main types of publishing:
traditional publishing and digital publishing. Each
has its advantages and disadvantages.
Traditional Publishing
Traditional publishing is the older method. It
involves printing books and magazines on paper.
Authors send their work to publishing companies.
If the company likes the work, it prints and sells
the book. Traditional publishers take care of
editing, printing, and marketing. They also
distribute books to bookstores and libraries.
Quality
One advantage of traditional publishing is quality.
Professional editors check the work carefully before
printing. This helps to make sure the book has no
mistakes. Traditional books also feel real. Many
people enjoy holding a book and turning its pages.
Bookstores and libraries sell and store printed books,
making them easy to find. Also, printed books do not
require electricity or a device to read them.
Disadvantages of Traditional
Publishing
However, traditional publishing has some
disadvantages. It is a long and difficult process. Many
authors send their work to publishers, but only a few
get accepted. It can take months or even years for a
book to be published. Printing books also costs a lot of
money, and publishers may not take risks on new
authors. In addition, printed books take up space and
can be heavy to carry.
Digital Publishing
Digital publishing is a newer method. It involves
publishing books, magazines, and articles online.
E-books and online articles can be read on
computers, tablets, and mobile phones. Authors
can also self-publish their work without a
publishing company. This makes it easier for new
writers to share their work with the world.
Speed
One advantage of digital publishing is speed.
Authors can publish their work quickly without
waiting for approval from a company. Digital
books also do not need printing, so they are
cheaper to produce. Readers can download books
instantly instead of going to a bookstore. Digital
publishing is also better for the environment
because it does not use paper.
Disadvantages of Digital Publishing
However, digital publishing has disadvantages too.
Many people prefer to read printed books instead of
looking at a screen. Reading online for a long time can
hurt the eyes. Also, digital books require electronic
devices, which can be expensive. If a device runs out
of battery, readers cannot access their books. Some
people also worry about online piracy, which means
others can copy and share books illegally.
Benefits and Challenges of Traditional
and Digital Publishing
In conclusion, both traditional and digital
publishing have benefits and challenges.
Traditional publishing provides high-quality
books, but it is slow and costly. Digital publishing
is fast and easy, but it depends on technology. The
choice between the two depends on personal
preference and needs.
Exercises: Exercise 1
Indicate whether the following sentences are true or false.
1. Traditional publishing requires a publisher to accept the book before
it is printed.
2. Digital publishing is more expensive than traditional publishing.
3. Self-publishing is more common in digital publishing.
4. Printed books are easier to carry than digital books.
5. Digital publishing allows authors to update their books easily.
Exercise 1 (Continued)
Indicate whether the following sentences are true or false.
6. Traditional publishing takes more time than digital publishing.
7. E-books cannot include images or interactive elements.
8. Many people still prefer printed books because they like the feeling of
holding a book.
9. Digital publishing does not require an internet connection for reading
downloaded books.
10. Traditional publishing gives authors more control over their book’s
content and design.
Exercise 1 (Continued)
Indicate whether the following sentences are true or false.
11. Printed books do not need electronic devices to be read.
12. Digital books are always free to read.
13. Traditional publishers usually handle marketing and distribution for
authors.
14. All readers prefer digital books over printed books.
15. Digital publishing is growing fast because it is easy and affordable.
Exercise 2
Choose the correct answer for each of the following sentences.
1. What is needed for traditional publishing?
(A) A website (B) An e-reader (C) A publisher’s approval (D) A
mobile app
2. Which publishing method allows instant updates?
(A) Digital publishing (B) Traditional publishing
(C) Handwritten books (D) Newspaper printing
3. What do printed books not require?
(A) A publisher(B) A cover
(C) A price tag (D) An electronic device
Exercise 2 (Continued)
Choose the correct answer for each of the following sentences.
4. Why do some people prefer printed books?
(A) They are cheaper (B) They have bright screens
(C) They like the feel of pages (D) They are easier to edit
5. Which type of publishing takes more time?
(A) Digital publishing (B) Self-publishing
(C) Online publishing (D) Traditional publishing
6. What do e-books allow that print books do not?
(A) Collecting dust (B) Adding interactive elements
(C) Increasing printing costs (D) Needing a bookshelf
Exercise 2 (Continued)
Choose the correct answer for each of the following sentences.
7. Who helps with marketing in traditional publishing?
(A) Readers (B) Online influencers
(C) Self-published authors (D) Publishers
8. Why is digital publishing growing?
(A) It is difficult (B) It is affordable and accessible
(C) It requires approval (D) It has limited reach
9. Which device is needed for e-books?
(A) A smartphone (B) A bookshelf (C) A typewriter (D) A stapler
Exercise 2 (Continued)
Choose the correct answer for each of the following sentences.
10. Which publishing method is faster?
(A) Newspaper printing (B) Handwritten books
(C) Digital publishing (D) Traditional publishing
11. Who has more control over book design in self-publishing?
(A) Publishers (B) Editors (C) Bookstores (D) Authors
12. What do traditional publishers usually handle?
(A) Device production (B) Marketing and distribution
(C) E-book pricing (D) Digital editing
Exercise 2 (Continued)
Choose the correct answer for each of the following sentences.
13. Which publishing type is easier for new authors?
(A) Digital publishing (B) Traditional publishing
(C) Magazine publishing (D) Newspaper publishing
14. Which books are easier to carry?
(A) Hardcovers (B) Printed books (C) Digital books (D) Large
novels
15. Why do authors choose self-publishing?
(A) More creative control (B) Less work
(C) More expensive (D) Slower process
Vocabulary Homework Assignment
Translate the following terms into Arabic:

1. traditional publishing 2. digital publishing

3. self-publishing 4. e-book
5. publisher 6. manuscript
7. copyright 8. distribution
9. book marketing 10. bookstore
Vocabulary Homework Assignment
(Continued)
Translate the following terms into Arabic:

11. printing 12. interactive elements

13. typesetting 14. audience
15. editing 16. affordability
17. subscription 18. book cover
19. accessibility 20. smartphone
Vocabulary Homework Assignment
(Continued)
Translate the following terms into Arabic:

21. offset printing 22. digital printing

23. screen printing 24. gravure printing
25. flexographic printing 26. letterpress printing
27. Inkjet printing 28. Laser printing
29. cyan, magenta, yellow, 30. red, green, blue (RGB)
black (CMYK)
Vocabulary Homework Assignment
(Continued)
Translate the following terms into Arabic:

31. halftone 32. printing plate

33. substrate 34. toner
35. coating 36. die cutting
37. embossing 38. debossing
39. foil stamping 40. lamination
Vocabulary Homework Assignment
(Continued)
Translate the following terms into Arabic:

41. registration marks 42. bleeding

43. trapping 44. proofing
45. overprint 46. spot color
47. variable data printing 48. duplex printing
(VDP)
49. UV curing 50. water-based ink
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