The document discusses the implications of 21st century literacies for teaching and learning in the digital age. It notes that today's students, known as "digital natives," have grown up with technology and process information differently than previous generations. This presents challenges for educators, who are often "digital immigrants" less fluent in digital technologies. The document advocates integrating educational technologies into teaching in ways that enhance learning, such as through differentiated instruction, while maintaining a focus on essential knowledge, skills, and understandings.

1. Educational Technology Examining 21st century literacies and their implications for teaching and learning in the digital age.

8. We are no longer teaching if what we teach is more important than who we teach or how we teach. (Carol Ann Tomlinson 2003)

12. Many educators believe in the ‘exceptionality’ of computers, viewing them as instructional talismans that can do for student learning what other reforms cannot. “ Tools for the Mind” – Mary Burns

14. I hear and I forget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand. - Confucius

15. Tell me and I forget. Teach me and remember. Involve me and I learn. - Benjamin Franklin

22. Integration Ideas Social networking Wikis Blogs Podcasts CPS processing & assessments Online activities & assessments Digital stories Virtual field trips Simulations Interactive activities Multi-media presentations Graphic organizers