Teaching Tech-Savvy Kids : Bringing Digital Media into the Classroom, Grades 5-12 by Jessica K. Parker (2010, Trade Paperback)

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PublisherCorwin Press
ISBN-101412971500
ISBN-139781412971508
eBay Product ID (ePID)79794034

Product Key Features

Number of Pages216 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameTeaching Tech-Savvy Kids : Bringing Digital Media Into the Classroom, Grades 5-12
SubjectComputers & Technology, General, Digital Media / General, Elementary, Distance, Open & Online Education
Publication Year2010
TypeTextbook
AuthorJessica K. Parker
Subject AreaComputers, Education
FormatTrade Paperback

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Item Height0.5 in
Item Weight16 Oz
Item Length10 in
Item Width7 in

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Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional
LCCN2010-003019
Dewey Edition22
ReviewsUntil we understand the powerful learning, collaborating, and producing that teenagers do with their cell phones, mp3 players, laptops, and the Internet, we won'e(tm)t understand how we can best utilize those technologies in our classrooms. Whether you'e(tm)re a digital native new to the classroom or a veteran teacher struggling to learn your students'e(tm) Internet lingo, this book is your guide to 21st-century teenagers, literacy, and learning. After 17 years teaching middle school English, I know that I can'e(tm)t teach literacy today without this book., Until we understand the powerful learning, collaborating, and producing that teenagers do with their cell phones, iPods, laptops, and the Internet, we won't understand how we can best utilize those technologies in our classrooms. Whether you're a digital native new to the classroom or a veteran teacher struggling to learn your students' netlingo, this book is your guide to 21st-century teenagers, literacy, and learning. After 17 years teaching middle school English, I know that I can't teach literacy today without this book., Until we understand the powerful learning, collaborating, and producing that teenagers do with their cell phones, mp3 players, laptops, and the Internet, we wone(tm)t understand how we can best utilize those technologies in our classrooms. Whether youe(tm)re a digital native new to the classroom or a veteran teacher struggling to learn your studentse(tm) Internet lingo, this book is your guide to 21st-century teenagers, literacy, and learning. After 17 years teaching middle school English, I know that I cane(tm)t teach literacy today without this book., Until we understand the powerful learning, collaborating, and producing that teenagers do with their cell phones, mp3 players, laptops, and the Internet, we won't understand how we can best utilize those technologies in our classrooms. Whether you're a digital native new to the classroom or a veteran teacher struggling to learn your students' Internet lingo, this book is your guide to 21st-century teenagers, literacy, and learning. After 17 years teaching middle school English, I know that I can't teach literacy today without this book., A concise, well-written book, perfect for teachers who are unfamiliar with the technology their students use and how toapply it in their classrooms in a meaningful way., "Until we understand the powerful learning, collaborating, and producing that teenagers do with their cell phones, mp3 players, laptops, and the Internet, we won't understand how we can best utilize those technologies in our classrooms. Whether you're a digital native new to the classroom or a veteran teacher struggling to learn your students' Internet lingo, this book is your guide to 21st-century teenagers, literacy, and learning. After 17 years teaching middle school English, I know that I can't teach literacy today without this book." -- Laura Maslin Bradley, English Teacher "A concise, well-written book, perfect for teachers who are unfamiliar with the technology their students use and how to apply it in their classrooms in a meaningful way." -- Karen Scott, A concise, well-written book, perfect for teachers who are unfamiliar with the technology their students use and how to apply it in their classrooms in a meaningful way., A concise, well-written book, perfect for teachers who are unfamiliar with the technology their students use and how to apply it in their classrooms in a meaningful way.
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal371.33/4464
Table Of ContentForeword by Glynda Hull Preface Acknowledgments About the Author About the Contributors 1. Understanding Youth and New Media - Jessica K. Parker 2. Hanging Out With Friends: MySpace, Facebook, and Other Networked Publics - danah boyd and Jessica K. Parker 3. YouTube: Creating, Connecting, and Learning Through Video - Patricia G. Lange and Jessica K. Parker 4. Wikipedia: The Online Encyclopedia Based on Collaborative Knowledge - Jessica K. Parker 5. Role-Playing: Writing and Performing Beyond the Classroom - Becky Herr-Stephenson and Jessica K. Parker 6. Virtual Worlds: Designing, Playing and Learning - Jessica K. Parker and Maryanne Berry 7. Remix Culture: Digital Music and Video Remix, Opportunities for Creative Production - Erin B. Reilly 8. Conclusion - Jessica K. Parker Glossary Index
Synopsis"Until we understand the powerful learning, collaborating, and producing that teenagers do with their cell phones, mp3 players, laptops, and the Internet, we wont understand how we can best utilize those technologies in our classrooms. Whether youre a digital native new to the classroom or a veteran teacher struggling to learn your students Internet lingo, this book is your guide to 21st-century teenagers, literacy, and learning. After 17 years teaching middle school English, I know that I cant teach literacy today without this book." --Laura Maslin Bradley, English TeacherKenilworth Junior High School, Petaluma, CA Students are plugged in, powered up, and connected. Are you? Digital media presents powerful tools for engaging students in developing critical thinking, collaboration, and other 21st-century skills. Written for middle and high school teachers, this resource explores the relationship between students and digital media and shows how to design learning opportunities that harness todays technology. Jessica K. Parker gives teachers a deeper understanding of the dynamic potential for increasing student learning through new technologies. Based on a three-year study of youth and their use of digital media, this teacher-friendly book includes: Descriptions of digital tools such as social networking platforms, YouTube, Wikipedia, virtual worlds, digital music, and more Vignettes about how young people use digital media Sidebars debunking common myths about technology Advice for both novice and expert teachers Pedagogical implications and practices, including sample activities Teaching Tech-Savvy Kids shows how to integrate digital media into your classroom and create more engaged, student-centered learning opportunities., "Until we understand the powerful learning, collaborating, and producing that teenagers do with their cell phones, mp3 players, laptops, and the Internet, we won't understand how we can best utilize those technologies in our classrooms. Whether you're a digital native new to the classroom or a veteran teacher struggling to learn your students' Internet lingo, this book is your guide to 21st-century teenagers, literacy, and learning. After 17 years teaching middle school English, I know that I can't teach literacy today without this book." -Laura Maslin Bradley, English Teacher Kenilworth Junior High School, Petaluma, CA Students are plugged in, powered up, and connected. Are you? Digital media presents powerful tools for engaging students in developing critical thinking, collaboration, and other 21st-century skills. Written for middle and high school teachers, this resource explores the relationship between students and digital media and shows how to design learning opportunities that harness today's technology. Jessica K. Parker gives teachers a deeper understanding of the dynamic potential for increasing student learning through new technologies. Based on a three-year study of youth and their use of digital media, this teacher-friendly book includes: Descriptions of digital tools such as social networking platforms, YouTube, Wikipedia, virtual worlds, digital music, and more Vignettes about how young people use digital media Sidebars debunking common myths about technology Advice for both novice and expert teachers Pedagogical implications and practices, including sample activities Teaching Tech-Savvy Kids shows how to integrate digital media into your classroom and create more engaged, student-centered learning opportunities., Students are plugged in, powered up, and connected. Are you? The author gives teachers a deeper understanding of the dynamic potential for increasing student learning through digital media. Based on a three-year study of youth and their use of new media, this teacher-friendly resource includes: Descriptions of digital tools such as social networking platforms, YouTube, Wikipedia, virtual worlds, digital music, and more Vignettes about how young people use digital media Sidebars debunking common myths about technology Advice about navigating digital media for both novice and expert teachers Pedagogical implications and practices, including sample activities
LC Classification NumberLB1027.P27 2010

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