Author : Ferris, Sharmila Pixy
Release : 2011-11-30
Genre : Education
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 482/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Teaching, Learning and the Net Generation: Concepts and Tools for Reaching Digital Learners by : Ferris, Sharmila Pixy
Download or read book Teaching, Learning and the Net Generation: Concepts and Tools for Reaching Digital Learners written by Ferris, Sharmila Pixy. This book was released on 2011-11-30. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Although a growing body of research demonstrates the need for education to adapt to the needs of the Net Generation, research also shows that traditional teaching methods continue to dominate the classroom. To stay effective, higher education must adapt to the needs of this unique generation of digital natives who grew up with computer technologies and social media. Teaching, Learning and the Net Generation: Concepts and Tools for Reaching Digital Learners provides pedagogical resources for understanding digital learners, and effectively teaching and learning with today’s generation of digital natives. This book creates a much-needed resource that moves beyond traditional disciplinary and geographical boundaries, bridges theories and practice, and addresses emerging issues in technology and pedagogy.