ESBN
Educational Serial Book Number

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ESBN numbering is based on the results of the European Union ESAA Project Consortium program 2021 under the contract ESAA Project ID2021048 EU with the agreement of several organizations in  Indonesia and international.

This ESBN numbering was initiated by Rahmat Putra Yudha, M.Ed TESOL as the founder of the Virtual Education Academy and President of the Indonesian Literacy Association and Vice President of Oceans-Network EU 2022-2023.

Structure of ESBN

Use two Barcodes (GTIN GS1 US & ESBN Code)
1. GTIN GS1 US
00197644309436 UPC-A SST10 (1)

ESBN has GTIN GS1 U which is registered 197644309436 as GTIN for specific for ESBN. 

The GTIN (Global Trade Item Number) is a unique product identification number that has been registered with GS1 US. GS1 is a global organization that oversees the administration and management of standards for various identification systems, including GTINs.

When a product or item is registered with GS1, it is assigned a GTIN, which serves as a globally recognized and standardized identifier for that specific product. This GTIN is used to uniquely identify the product throughout its lifecycle, from production and distribution to retail and sale. It is a crucial component of supply chain management, as it ensures that products can be tracked and traced accurately.

This GTIN has been issued and registered with GS1 US, indicating that it is part of the GS1 system in the United States. This registration provides important information about the product’s origin and ensures its compliance with international standards, making it easier for businesses and organizations to handle and distribute the product efficiently and accurately. Check GS1 US online through GS1US.


2. 128 CODE as ESBN CODE
ESBN Structure

An ESBN is an Educational serial Book Number. ESBN consist of 13 digits which has  4 elements with each section being separated by spaces or hyphens.

 

1. Having 3 Digits which represent the Country Code (Prefix element). 

it uses Standard country or area codes for statistical use (M49). This is the online version of the United Nations publication “Standard Country or Area Codes for Statistical Use” originally published as Series M, No. 49 and now commonly referred to as the M49 standard. The print version of the standard was issued last in 1999 and previously in 1996 , 1982 , 1975 and 1970 . M49 is prepared by the Statistics Division of the United Nations Secretariat primarily for use in its publications and databases.

 

2. Having 7 Digits – Unique Identifier Number – this identifies the book

 

3. Having 2 Digits – Year of Publication – this identifies the year of the publication of the book.

 

4. Having 1 digit – Type of Book – this identifies the type of the educational book which ranges from 0-9

 

Definition of Educational book

An educational book is a book that is written and published with the primary aim of educating or instructing readers about a particular subject or skill. These books are designed to provide information, knowledge, and guidance to students, teachers, and anyone seeking to learn or improve their understanding of a particular subject. Educational books can cover a wide range of topics, including science, history, mathematics, language, and social studies, among others. They can be designed for various levels of education, from kindergarten to university level, and can be presented in various formats, including textbooks, workbooks, study guides, and reference materials. The goal of educational books is to provide readers with the tools and knowledge they need to succeed in their academic pursuits and beyond.

Educational books play a critical role in the learning process, as they are often the primary source of information and guidance for students and teachers. They provide a structured and organized approach to learning, presenting information in a logical and easy-to-understand manner. Educational books also typically include activities, exercises, and assessments to help students reinforce their learning and measure their progress.

In addition to providing knowledge and skills, educational books can also promote critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving abilities. They can expose readers to new ideas, perspectives, and cultures, expanding their horizons and enhancing their understanding of the world.

Educational books can take many forms, from traditional textbooks to online courses, and are often used in conjunction with other educational resources such as lectures, workshops, and hands-on activities. With the rise of digital technologies, educational books are increasingly being offered in electronic formats, making them more accessible and affordable to a wider audience.

Overall, educational books are an essential component of the education system, providing students with the tools and resources they need to succeed academically and in their future endeavors.

 

ESBN is an alternative to using ISBN

ESBN is an alternative to using ISBN, specifically for educational books. While ISBN is a widely used system for identifying and tracking books, ESBN provides a standardized and universal system specifically designed for educational books. By using ESBN, educational publishers and booksellers can ensure that their books are easily discoverable and accessible to educators, students, and parents worldwide.

ESBN offers several advantages over the traditional ISBN, making it an ideal choice for educational publishers and booksellers.

 

1. ESBN is a standardized and universal system for identifying and cataloging educational books. This helps to avoid confusion and mistakes when searching for, ordering, and purchasing educational books.

 

2. ESBN is designed to meet the unique needs of the education community. ESBNs are assigned to educational books based on specific criteria, such as the subject matter, level of education, and publication year. This makes it easier for educators, students, and parents to find and use the books they need for learning and research.

 

3. ESBN is more flexible than ISBN. ESBNs can be assigned to any type of educational book, including e-books, audiobooks, and print-on-demand books. This flexibility is essential for modern-day education and bookselling, where many books are published in multiple formats.

 

4. ESBN is more affordable. ESBNs can be generated and assigned electronically, eliminating the need for physical products to produce and distribute. This saves time and money for publishers and booksellers.

 

So, if you want to ensure that your educational books are easily accessible and recognized by the education community, consider using ESBN. Join the growing number of educational publishers and booksellers who have adopted this system and make it easier for students and teachers to find and use your books!

Country Code

Standard country or area codes for statistical use (M49)

This is the online version of the United Nations publication “Standard Country or Area Codes for Statistical Use” originally published as Series M, No. 49 and now commonly referred to as the M49 standard. The print version of the standard was issued last in 1999 and previously in 1996 , 1982 , 1975 and 1970 . M49 is prepared by the Statistics Division of the United Nations Secretariat primarily for use in its publications and databases.

The assignment of countries or areas to specific groupings is for statistical convenience and does not imply any assumption regarding political or other affiliation of countries or territories by the United Nations.

 

Below The Country Code:

 

COUNTRYCOUNTRY CODE
Afghanistan004
Åland Islands248
Albania008
Algeria012
American Samoa016
Andorra020
Angola024
Anguilla660
Antarctica010
Antigua and Barbuda028
Argentina032
Armenia051
Aruba533
Australia036
Austria040
Azerbaijan031
Bahamas044
Bahrain048
Bangladesh050
Barbados052
Belarus112
Belgium056
Belize084
Benin204
Bermuda060
Bhutan064
Bolivia (Plurinational State of)068
Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba535
Bosnia and Herzegovina070
Botswana072
Bouvet Island074
Brazil076
British Indian Ocean Territory086
British Virgin Islands092
Brunei Darussalam096
Bulgaria100
Burkina Faso854
Burundi108
Cabo Verde132
Cambodia116
Cameroon120
Canada124
Cayman Islands136
Central African Republic140
Chad148
Chile152
China156
China, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region344
China, Macao Special Administrative Region446
Christmas Island162
Cocos (Keeling) Islands166
Colombia170
Comoros174
Congo178
Cook Islands184
Costa Rica188
Côte d’Ivoire384
Croatia191
Cuba192
Curaçao531
Cyprus196
Czechia203
Democratic People’s Republic of Korea408
Democratic Republic of the Congo180
Denmark208
Djibouti262
Dominica212
Dominican Republic214
Ecuador218
Egypt818
El Salvador222
Equatorial Guinea226
Eritrea232
Estonia233
Eswatini748
Ethiopia231
Falkland Islands (Malvinas)238
Faroe Islands234
Fiji242
Finland246
France250
French Guiana254
French Polynesia258
French Southern Territories260
Gabon266
Gambia270
Georgia268
Germany276
Ghana288
Gibraltar292
Greece300
Greenland304
Grenada308
Guadeloupe312
Guam316
Guatemala320
Guernsey831
Guinea324
Guinea-Bissau624
Guyana328
Haiti332
Heard Island and McDonald Islands334
Holy See336
Honduras340
Hungary348
Iceland352
India356
Indonesia360
Iran (Islamic Republic of)364
Iraq368
Ireland372
Isle of Man833
Israel376
Italy380
Jamaica388
Japan392
Jersey832
Jordan400
Kazakhstan398
Kenya404
Kiribati296
Kuwait414
Kyrgyzstan417
Lao People’s Democratic Republic418
Latvia428
Lebanon422
Lesotho426
Liberia430
Libya434
Liechtenstein438
Lithuania440
Luxembourg442
Madagascar450
Malawi454
Malaysia458
Maldives462
Mali466
Malta470
Marshall Islands584
Martinique474
Mauritania478
Mauritius480
Mayotte175
Mexico484
Micronesia (Federated States of)583
Monaco492
Mongolia496
Montenegro499
Montserrat500
Morocco504
Mozambique508
Myanmar104
Namibia516
Nauru520
Nepal524
Netherlands528
New Caledonia540
New Zealand554
Nicaragua558
Niger562
Nigeria566
Niue570
Norfolk Island574
North Macedonia807
Northern Mariana Islands580
Norway578
Oman512
Pakistan586
Palau585
Panama591
Papua New Guinea598
Paraguay600
Peru604
Philippines608
Pitcairn612
Poland616
Portugal620
Puerto Rico630
Qatar634
Republic of Korea410
Republic of Moldova498
Réunion638
Romania642
Russian Federation643
Rwanda646
Saint Barthélemy652
Saint Helena654
Saint Kitts and Nevis659
Saint Lucia662
Saint Martin (French Part)663
Saint Pierre and Miquelon666
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines670
Samoa882
San Marino674
Sao Tome and Principe678
Sark680
Saudi Arabia682
Senegal686
Serbia688
Seychelles690
Sierra Leone694
Singapore702
Sint Maarten (Dutch part)534
Slovakia703
Slovenia705
Solomon Islands090
Somalia706
South Africa710
South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands239
South Sudan728
Spain724
Sri Lanka144
State of Palestine275
Sudan729
Suriname740
Svalbard and Jan Mayen Islands744
Sweden752
Switzerland756
Syrian Arab Republic760
Tajikistan762
Thailand764
Timor-Leste626
Togo768
Tokelau772
Tonga776
Trinidad and Tobago780
Tunisia788
Türkiye792
Turkmenistan795
Turks and Caicos Islands796
Tuvalu798
Uganda800
Ukraine804
United Arab Emirates784
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland826
United Republic of Tanzania834
United States Minor Outlying Islands581
United States of America840
United States Virgin Islands850
Uruguay858
Uzbekistan860
Vanuatu548
Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of)862
Viet Nam704
Wallis and Futuna Islands876
Western Sahara732
Yemen887
Zambia894
Zimbabwe716