SYNERGY SPARKS DIGITAL LITERACY: REDEFINED ROLES CREATE NEW POSSIBILITIES FOR TEACHERS AND STUDENTS

摘要

Students - even preschoolers - are curious and boldly confident in knowing how to access information on a multitude of devices. Why are some adults uneasy about using technology? Cultivating and intentionally using new technology takes a disposition to risk and try again. It begins by redefining the roles of teacher/student and learner/leader. When educators create inclusive, synergetic learning communities, students often share insightful perspectives and create new possibilities.