Genachowski Plans Digital Literacy Effort As Part of E-Rate Program, Leading to Literacy Corps.

• Authors : Stanton, Lynn ; Gotsch, Ted

Subjects: *Computer literacy; *Internet access; *Broadband communication systemsUnited StatesUnited States. Federal Communications Commission...

• Source: Telecommunications Reports. 11/1/2011, Vol. 77 Issue 21, p23-24. 2p.

• Abstract: The article discusses the proposal by U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Julius Genachowski recommending that digital ...

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The myth of sharing publicly as 21st century literacy.

• Authors : Schmier, Stephanie¹

Subjects: *TWENTY-first century; *COMPUTER literacy; *SCHOOL lunchrooms, cafeterias, etc.UNITED States

• Source: International Journal of Information & Learning Technology. 2019, Vol. 36 Issue 2, p94-103. 10p.

• Abstract: Purpose This paper highlights the fluidity with which youth make decisions about engaging with digital technologies including online social media. Specifically, ... Copyright of International Journal of Information & Learning Technology is the property of Emerald Publishing Limited and its content may not be copied or emailed ...

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Digital Literacy Is a Mandate for the Future.

• Authors : Finn, Charles W. P.

Subjects: *COMPUTER literacy; *LITERACY; *COMMUNITY collegesUNITED States

• Source: Community College Week. 3/15/2004, Vol. 16 Issue 16, Special section p6-6. 1/2p.

• Abstract: Focuses on the role of community colleges in developing the computer literacy of students and future workers in the U.S. ...

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Let's Get Over the Slump.

• Authors : Gee, James Paul¹; Levine, Michael H.²

Subjects: *Technological literacy; Poor children; Achievement gapUnited States

• Source: Education Week. 9/17/2008, Vol. 28 Issue 4, p28-32. 2p. 1 Color Photograph.

• Abstract: The article focuses on the academic achievement of low-income students in the U.S. It explains that better teaching is needed in early

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Literacy Gets A Personalized Makeover.

• Authors : Herold, Benjamin

Subjects: Literacy; Literacy -- United States; ReadingUnited States

• Source: Education Week. 1/13/2016, Vol. 35 Issue 17, pS10-S11. 2p.

• Abstract: The article offers the recommendations on how teachers can personalize their classroom literacy and reading instruction in the U.S. These ...

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Development and Validation of the Student Tool for Technology Literacy (ST²L).

• Authors : Hohlfeld, Tina N.¹ ; Ritzhaupt, Albert D.² ; Barron, Ann E.¹

Subjects: *Technology; Educational technology; EducationUnited States

• Source: Journal of Research on Technology in Education. Summer2010, Vol. 42 Issue 4, p361-389. 29p. 2 Black and White Photographs, 10 Charts, 1 Map.

• Abstract: This article provides an overview of the development and validation of the Student Tool for Technology Literacy (ST²L). Developing valid ...

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Teacher Candidate Responses to Digital Games: 21st-Century Skills Development.

• Authors : Sardone, Nancy B.¹ ; Devlin-Scherer, Roberta²

Subjects: Digital cameras; Electronic photography equipment; EducationUnited States

• Source: Journal of Research on Technology in Education. Summer2010, Vol. 42 Issue 4, p409-425. 17p. 5 Charts.

• Abstract: Researchers conducted a mixed-methods study with 21 undergraduate university students majoring in education to determine their ability to recognize the motivational factors ...

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Literacy Engagement Through Online and Offline Communities Outside School: English Language Learners' Development as Readers and Writers.

• Authors : Li, Guofang¹ (AUTHOR)

Subjects: Limited English-proficient students; Immigrant children; English language education for foreign speakers in elementary schoolsUnited States

• Source: Theory Into Practice. 2012, Vol. 51 Issue 4, p312-318. 7p.

• Abstract: How do second-language learners become successful readers and writers? This article examines the importance of social networks to English language learners' reading and writing development. ...

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Toward broader impacts: Making sense of NSF's merit review criteria in the context of the National Science Digital Library.

• Authors : Mardis, Marcia A.¹; Hoffman, Ellen S.²; McMartin, Flora P.³

Subjects: *Diffusion of innovations; *Digital libraries; *EndowmentsUnited States

• Source: Journal of the American Society for Information Science & Technology. Sep2012, Vol. 63 Issue 9, p1758-1772. 15p. 5 Charts, 2 Graphs.

• Abstract: Scholars in library and information science are under increasing pressure to seek external funding for research. The National Science Foundation (NSF), which is often the ...

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Thirdspace: A Perspective on Professional Development.

• Authors : Bostock, Susi^1,2

Subjects: *EDUCATIONAL technology; *DIGITAL technology; *TECHNOLOGICAL literacyUNITED States

• Source: Language Arts. Mar2012, Vol. 89 Issue 4, p222-231. 10p.

• Abstract: The article examines the use of technology in education, focusing on the author's experience in her own classroom. It addresses various ...

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