Readings:
Go to the website Using Web 2.0 Tools to Engage Learners. Read the information and watch the videos within the module. https://ofe.ecu.edu/udlmodules/modules/using-web-2-0-tools-to-engage-learners/
Go to the website EdSurge and read the section titled: Advancing Digital Literacy for a Digitally Inclusive Future. https://www.edsurge.com/news/2023-03-29-advancing-digital-literacy-for-a-digitally-inclusive-future
Go to the website EdWeek and read the article titled: Media Literacy in Schools: 7 Ways the Subject Has Evolved. https://gsw.view.usg.edu/d2l/le/content/3099864/viewContent/62489984/View
Go to the website Schoology and read the information about SAMR Model
https://www.powerschool.com/blog/samr-model-a-practical-guide-for-k-12-classroom-technology-integration/
Activities:
After you have completed reading number 2 and 3 locate another web based source about digital literacy. Make post in the discussion area titled: Module 1 Discussion board 1: What is digital literacy?.(Please follow the directions in the discussion board area of this course for the number of replies that you must complete)
Directions: Use the provided definition and the web resource that you found to explain what digital literacy means to you. Also, explain why it is important for your students to be aware of and understand digital literacy?
In another paragraph, explain SAMR in your own words and how this Model will increase your students learning of content and expand your pedagogy in the future.
As you write your initial posts, make sure to either use in-text citations from your readings or personal research OR a reference page
Next complete the discussion board post titled: Module 1 Discussion Board 2: Technology Integration. (Please follow the directions in the discussion board area of this course for the number of replies that you must complete)
Directions: Why is it important that teachers use technology? How does this use support student learning? How can you assure your students use technology and online resources safely? Finally, how will the use of the SAMR model increase your technology integration into future lessons to benefit your learners?
As you write your initial posts, make sure to either use in-text citations from your readings or personal research OR a reference page.
Next complete the discussion board post titled: Module 1 Discussion Board 3: Hot Topics in Social Media. (Please follow the directions in the discussion board area of this course for the number of replies that you must complete)
Directions: How has your district, school or classroom been impacted by the use of social media by teachers, parents and students? How can you assure your students use technology and online resources responsibly? How can you educate your classroom parents about digital safety?
As you write your initial posts, make sure to either use in-text citations from your readings or personal research OR a reference page.
