Digital-Age Literacy for Teachers: Applying Technology Standards to Everyday Practice [Paperback]

Susan Brooks-Young (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 2007

Technology integration requires systemic reform, which must be supported by the entire school community. Most teachers and administrators need help to implement and sustain change on this scale. Regardless of their current level of technology proficiency, Digital-Age Literacy for Teachers will help teachers systematically reexamine their curriculum and classroom management to develop effective strategies for incorporating technology. The book provides readings and activities that will support classroom teachers, professional development providers, and teacher preparation instructors as they strive to incorporate twenty-first century learning tools and skills into daily practice.

Topics include:

-NETS for Teachers
-NETS T
-NETS
-productivity tools
-productivity tools
-professional development

Also available:

IT's Elementary!: Integrating Technology in the Primary Grades - ISBN 1564842282
RSS for Educators: Blogs, Newsfeeds, Podcasts, and Wikis in the Classroom - ISBN 1564842398

The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) is the trusted source for professional development, knowledge generation, advocacy and leadership for innovation. ISTE is the premier membership association for educators and education leaders engaged in improving teaching and learning by advancing the effective use of technology in PK-12 and teacher education. Home of the National Educational Technology Standards (NETS), the Center for Applied Research in Educational Technology (CARET), and ISTE's annual conference (formerly known as the National Educational Computing Conference, or NECC), ISTE represents more than 100,000 professionals worldwide. We support our members with information, networking opportunities, and guidance as they face the challenge of transforming education.

Some of the areas in which we publish are:
-Web. 2.0 in the classroom-RSS, podcasts, and more
-National Educational Technology Standards (NETS)
-Professional development for educators and administrators
-Integrating technology into the classroom and curriculum
-Safe practices for the Internet and technology
-Educational technology for parents

Editorial Reviews

Review

Susan Brooks-Young provides readings and activities that will support classroom teachers, professional development providers, and teacher preparation instructors. The book has easy-to-follow charts and tables with detailed task assignments. . . . Teachers can reexamine their curriculum and classroom management to develop more effective strategies for incorporating technology into their teaching. -- --District Administration

About the Author

Susan Brooks-Young spent 23 years as a teacher, site administrator, and technology specialist at a county office of education. She now works with school districts and regional centers on technology-related issues, develops curriculum, presents workshops, and writes articles for education journals.

Product Details

• Paperback: 132 pages
• Publisher: International Society for Technology in Education (January 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1564842290
• ISBN-13: 978-1564842299
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #944,671 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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