Literacy+and+Digital+Storytelling

ICT and Literacy

Main Idea: We don't teach children technology for technology's sake, but to enhance their understanding of academic content, with a focus on literacy. Technology nevers drives the lesson, it is there as a way to promote learning. -using camcorders -using communication tools (i.e. blogs, email) -online student assessment portfolios -research presentations (i.e. powerpoint) - -students begin to rely on each other to master more sophisticated applications -self-directed -changes the way they are motivated to learn - increases creativity -skills they can use in the future Cheryl Forster, Fall, 2001
 * Teachers need to rethink their literacy practices to take advantage of digital tools.
 * Academic Benefits to students
 * Life-Long Benefits to Students
 * "Either you're getting on the (technology) bus, or it's pulling away from the curb."