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The Digital Reader: Using E-books in K-12 Education [Paperback]

Terence Cavanaugh (Author)


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Book Description

November 15, 2005
The rapidly increasing availability and low cost of e-book technology make it perfect for schools and educators looking to expand their resources for readers. This book introduces the unique features that have established e-books as a powerful, effective learning tool for all grade levels and for students with special needs. It includes descriptions and illustrations of the most popular e-book formats and programs, as well as dozens of practical ideas for using e-books for reading instruction, personal productivity, and curricular enrichment. Brimming with interactive lesson ideas, teaching tips, and online resources, this book is a must-have for teachers in all content areas as well as library media specialists.

FEATURES
Descriptions of the most popular and affordable e-book devices, software, and content for educators
Guidelines for accessing free digital library resources available on the Web and for creating your own e-books using basic software tools
Strategies for using the annotation, reference, and hyper text capabilities of electronic text to promote active reading
Comprehensive index

Also available:

Differentiating Instruction with Technology in K-5 Classrooms - ISBN 1564842339
Interactive Videoconferencing: K-12 Lessons That Work - ISBN 1564842517

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


Product Details

  • Paperback: 162 pages
  • Publisher: ISTE; Tch edition (November 15, 2005)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1564842215
  • ISBN-13: 978-1564842213
  • Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.4 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,416,061 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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synchronized highlighting, free online libraries, digital textbooks, interactive dictionaries, educational technology standards, audio hooks, use technology resources, remedial readers, five formats, multiple formats, electronic textbooks, audio books, struggling readers
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Adobe Reader, The Digital Reader Using E-books, Retrieved October, Microsoft Reader, Project Gutenberg, International Reading Association, Retrieved August, Blackmask Online, Department of Education, Echo the Bat, International Children's Digital Library, New York, United States, Internet Public Library, University of Virginia Library, Internet Archive, Peacebound Trains, Palm Markup Language, Reading Planet, Accessible Book Collection, Classic Book Library, Digital Age, Jules Verne, National Academies Press, Retrieved January
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