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“Many professional books talk about digital and media literacy, but this text addresses the complete continuum—from television to technology—and guides teachers to think deeply about their own preferences and beliefs, as well as those of their students to develop knowledgeable, informed media users and consumers for the 21st Century.”
—Kristin Ziemke Fastabend, First Grade Teacher
Chicago Public Schools
Give digital kids a voice!
Today's kids are digital natives, but what's the best way to help them become empowered, creative and responsible communicators across different media? Discover insights and strategies specific to children ages 5-12 in this guide from an acclaimed media literacy program: Powerful Voices for Kids. Readers will find
Thought-provoking lesson plans that reach students of all backgrounds and abilities
Use of a wide range of technology tools, including the Internet, video, and mobile apps, combined with an emphasis on online safety and development of essential critical thinking skills
Materials for teacher professional development
This innovative book is equally valuable as a resource for lesson planning or for developing a full media literacy program.
Transforming Practice
Transforming Practice
In this chapter, you'll learn about
The Digital and Media Literacy Learning Curve
- How do teachers deal with their wide variety of skill and comfort levels with mass media, popular culture, digital media, and new technology?
Professional Development for Digital and Media Literacy
- How can various professional development models help inspire educators to try out new approaches to teaching and learning?
- What concepts from this book can I use to improve my practice?
Teacher Creativity
- How does the creative energy of teachers get activated and harnessed toward the use of instructional practices that improve student learning?
When Henry explained to friends, family, and other professionals that he would be working at Powerful Voices for Kids (PVK) during the summer of 2009 as a media literacy teacher, they responded by ...
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