eKnos revolutionizes access to educational resources for higher education students and teachers. Launched in July 2021, this innovative digital book platform offers a modern solution to the challenges of higher education. Let’s find out together how eKnos is transforming the experience of learning and consulting specialized books.
A specialized digital library at your fingertips
eKnos stands out for its vast catalog of digital books dedicated to higher education. With almost 2,000 specialized books, the platform covers a wide range of fields:
- Preparatory classes
- Competitive examinations
- University subjects
This wealth of content gives users access to a wealth of valuable information for their studies. One of the major assets of eKnos is its flexible subscription model, inspired by streaming platforms such as Spotify. Students and teachers can choose from three packages:
| Subscription type | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly | 1 month | 19,99€ |
| Semi-annual | 6 months | 99,99€ |
| Annual | 12 months | 149,99€ |
This subscription system offers unlimited access to content without the need for individual book purchases. It’s the perfect solution for occasional consultation of specialized works, which are often costly to purchase.
A reading experience optimized for studies
eKnos doesn’t just offer digital books, it provides a real reading experience tailored to the needs of students. The platform integrates a high-performance e-reader with essential features to optimize academic work:
- Direct text annotation
- Highlighting of important passages
- Keyword search of the entire catalog
These tools enable users to personalize their learning experience and create a customized digital library. What’s more, the ability to download content for offline consultation offers considerable flexibility, especially for students on the move or with limited Internet connections.
eKnos’ compatibility with different media (computers, tablets, smartphones) enhances its practicality. Users can access their learning resources at any time, whatever device they’re using. This mobility of knowledge is perfectly in line with contemporary lifestyles and learning styles.
An ambitious project driven by visionaries
Behind eKnos are two passionate entrepreneurs: Sébastien Laroche and Josquin Bénézet. Their vision? To democratize access to quality educational resources for higher education students. Their ambition doesn’t stop there, as they aim to make eKnos the essential reference for studies in preparatory classes, before extending to other courses such as medicine.
The development of eKnos is based on strategic partnerships with renowned publishers. Ellipses, a well-known academic publisher, is one of the platform’s main partners. The founders are actively working to convince other publishers to join the venture, in order to continually enrich the catalog on offer.
eKnos’ growth prospects are promising. The company has set itself ambitious targets:
- reach several thousand users by the end of 2023
- Develop support and coaching services for students
- Expand into other French-speaking markets, notably Maghreb
These projects testify to eKnos’ determination to become a major player in digital education in the French-speaking world.
An innovative response to the challenges of higher education
eKnos is part of a pedagogical innovation approach that responds to the current challenges of higher education. The platform offers a complementary solution to traditional libraries, providing instant access to a wide range of up-to-date resources. This approach is particularly relevant for :
- Students in preparatory classes, faced with a constant need for documentation
- Law students, who need access to a wide range of reference works
- Teachers, in search of resources to enrich their courses
By facilitating access to a wide range of specialized works, eKnos contributes to the democratization of academic knowledge. The platform meets a growing need for flexibility and adaptability in teaching and learning methods.
The future of eKnos looks bright, with prospects for development that could redefine the standards of digital education. By combining access to resources, high-performance study tools and potentially personalized support services, eKnos is positioned as a genuine partner in the academic success of higher education students.
