Teaching and Learning with Technology by Noah Kravitz
The personal computer and the Internet are dramatically changing the ways in which society communicates, works, and plays. These technologies also stand to forever change the ways in which we teach and learn. Our notions of literacy and education itself must expand into pliable, organic ways of thinking to match the flexible nature of the digital media that today's students are being reared on. Education is no longer about memorizing facts and figures, but rather learning how and where to find them, and—more importantly—what can be done with them once they're in hand. In Teaching and Learning with Technology, Noah Kravitz seeks to place the Information Revolution of today in historical context against the Print and Industrial Revolutions that preceded it, and to provide a hands-on guide to New Media in the classroom to the beginner and expert alike. Includes: A hands-on guide to teaching and learning with technology suitable for all levels of educators and for students aged 14 and over., Lesson plans and case studies of specific applications of technology classroom, A historical look at technology from the printing press and the impact on communication technologies on societies, past, present, and future, Chapter-by-chapter notes including many suggested Web, print, and other resources to expand learning. Will be of interest to educators and students or anyone interested in the impact of technology on education and society
Noah Kravitz..has succeeded in writing a light-hearted, yet informative, book that will appeal to many teachers as well as to parents and others interested in learning more about the world of the personal computer, the Internet and other ubiquitous software and hardware tools arising from the computer revolution. The book is written in a light conversational style, making it easy to read. It has a comprehensive glossary of IT-related terms, and lists of useful websites and references accompany most chapters. The introduction and first contextual chapter well site computer technology within the historical continuum from the invention of the printing press without engaging the reader in overly extensive detail. For teachers, there are many ideas for engaging learners and teaching them about the technology, its benefits and its pitfalls. For teachers (and parents), the author discusses the positive and negative aspects of children's use of computers in ways that highlight many of the issues commonly raised in the popular press. -- Dr. Robyn Smyth * Bjet, (British Journal Of Educational Technology) *
Noah Kravitz is an educator, writer, and musician who has worked extensively using technology to help children and adults learn. He currently works as the educational technology specialist at the Amber Charter School in New York City.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781578861170 |
| ISBN 10 | 1578861179 |
| Title | Teaching and Learning with Technology |
| Author | Noah Kravitz |
| Series | Digital Learning Series |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Rowman & Littlefield |
| Year published | 2004-06-13 |
| Number of pages | 148 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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