I believe this document is important for educators, parents and other educational stakeholders to read through. It presents important matters in relation to implementing digital and media literacy into the K-12 curriculum. The plan explains the term literacy and how its meaning has expanded due to technological advancements that are fast-paced and a necessity to keep up with. Not only does it give the positive implications of integration but also touches upon the challenges such as addressing the potential risks associated and expanding the basic concept of literacy.
The report outlines the different means available that would allow the integration of media and digital literacy into the world of education such as through parents, educators, students and the community as a whole. It stresses the importance and benefits of bringing appropriate knowledge and understanding of media and digital literacy into the classroom and educational world.
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Friday, March 2, 2012
Teaching for Tomorrow
I would highly recommend this book to all future educators. Our world is changing at a fast-pace and education is changing just as quickly. It is beneficial for all educators to stay on top of these changes and advancements and understand and apply the concept of a "complete" or progressive education.
As I was skimming through the chapters it reminded me of many of the themes and ideas I learned about in my Philosophy of Education course last semester. John Dewey is a strong supporter of a progressive education and the elements described in this book surrounding a "complete" education correlate to Dewey's beliefs surrounding a progressive education system. The education system needs to extend beyond the traditional beliefs and prepare our students for the real-world such as leaning how to problem solve and understand real world scenarios, not simply material that comes from the textbook. I feel this is a valuable book that can help current and future teachers understand the value of incorporating a new style of education and teaching into the classroom.
As I was skimming through the chapters it reminded me of many of the themes and ideas I learned about in my Philosophy of Education course last semester. John Dewey is a strong supporter of a progressive education and the elements described in this book surrounding a "complete" education correlate to Dewey's beliefs surrounding a progressive education system. The education system needs to extend beyond the traditional beliefs and prepare our students for the real-world such as leaning how to problem solve and understand real world scenarios, not simply material that comes from the textbook. I feel this is a valuable book that can help current and future teachers understand the value of incorporating a new style of education and teaching into the classroom.
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