Understanding the Digital Generation
Author | : Ian Jukes |
Publisher | : Corwin |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2010-02-11 |
ISBN-10 | : 1412938449 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781412938440 |
Rating | : 4/5 (49 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: An innovative look at reshaping the educational experiences of 21st-century learners! Inspiring thoughtful discussion that leads to change, this reader-friendly resource examines how the new digital landscape is transforming teaching and learning in an environment of standards, accountability, and high-stakes testing and why informed leadership is so critical. The authors present powerful strategies and compelling viewpoints, underscore the necessity of developing relevant classroom experiences, and discuss: Attributes common among digital learners The concepts of neuroplasticity and the hyperlinked mind An educational approach that supports traditional literacy skills alongside 21st-century fluencies Evaluation methods that encompass how digital generation students process new information