Open Textbooks Approved in California

Slashdot is reporting that several open textbooks have been approved for the state of California. These textbooks include material from Connexions, CK-12 Foundation and Curriki. From the press release making the announcement:

“California’s Digital Textbook Initiative gives school districts high-quality, cost-effective options to consider when choosing textbooks for the classroom – not only during these difficult economic times but in the years to come,” said Governor Schwarzenegger. “This represents an important step toward embracing a more interactive learning environment that leverages technology to meet the changing academic needs of California’s students.”