11 Underlying Assumptions Of Digital Literacy
In understanding the shift from literacy to digital literacy, it may help to take a look at the underlying assumptions of digital literacy.
Literacy
Literacy is the ability to make sense of or use ‘something.’ From books to technology, research to writing, literacy is the foundation of learning.
14 Apps For Struggling Or Hesitant Adolescent Readers
From high-interest text libraries to phonics and vocabulary builders, here are 14 of the best apps for struggling or hesitant teen readers.
25 Resources And Ideas To Help Students Read More During The Summer
If your child doesn’t read over the summer, they are missing out on the significant role reading can play in personal growth.
What Is Reciprocal Teaching?
Reciprocal teaching is a teacher-guided strategy where small groups of students play specific roles in the comprehension of a text.
Why Worrying About Screen Time Might Be The Wrong Approach
While screen time certainly matters, focusing only on time is like developing a literacy program that focuses only on ‘minutes read.’
Helping Students Read By Choosing The Right Literacy Strategy
Start with the big ideas of written communication: Who (author) is saying what (theme/main idea, etc.) to whom (audience)?
What Is Reader’s Theater? Using Literacy For Online Student Engagement
Reader’s theater is a collaborative literacy activity, for all ages, that incorporates reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
Drawing Ideas: The Benefits Of Mindmapping For Learning
Mindmaps allow teachers to gain insight into their students’ thought processes and see the development of their work.
What I Tell Students When They Say They Don’t Like To Read
Some readers may think they dislike the process of reading but everyone loves ideas–and reading is a wonderful strategy to find them.
24 Of The Best Digital Tools To Build Vocabulary
The following digital tools to build vocabulary include reference tools, word clouds, games and review, word walls, and virtual field trips.
A Better Alternative To Grading Student Writing
For amateurs developing skills, the process is far more important than the product. This is true in science and is true for writing, too.
It’s Time To Think Differently About Writing In The Classroom
Limiting the craft of writing to a single content area has damaged the perceived power and potential of writing for teachers and students.