Handbook of Research on Literacy in Technology at the K-12 Level

Handbook of Research on Literacy in Technology at the K-12 Level

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Release Date: December, 2005|Copyright: © 2006 |Pages: 665
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-59140-494-1
ISBN13: 9781591404941|ISBN10: 1591404940|EISBN13: 9781591404965
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Description:

The Handbook of Research on Literacy in Technology at the K-12 Level is the first reference work to provide comprehensive coverage of the issues, methods, and theories that define the converging worlds of literacy and technology at the pre-collegiate level.

Over 50 international experts have combined their research and practical experience into 35 all-inclusive chapters, redefining the way teaching and learning is dispensed. This authoritative handbook details the needs of teachers, researchers, and scholars through state-of-the-art perspectives, exposing them to new ideas and interesting developments. The Handbook of Research on Literacy in Technology at the K-12 Level is instrumental in providing access to the latest knowledge in the field.

Coverage:

The many academic areas covered in this publication include, but are not limited to:

  • Digital Literacy
  • Electronic portfolios
  • Ethical and legal issues
  • Globalizing technological literacy
  • Information problem solving using the Internet
  • Internet chat rooms
  • Knowledge management and communities of practice
  • Learning with laptop computers, handheld computers and tablet PCs
  • Measuring technological literacy
  • Media pathways
  • Online Learning Communities
  • Perspectives on technological literacy
  • Teaching and learning with technology
  • Teaching English as a second language with technology
  • Technological issues related to teacher education
  • Using technology to create children’s books for students by students
  • Using Weblogs to advance literacy
  • Virtual literacy communities
Reviews & Statements

"A must have for current and future researchers, educators, and practitioners; one of the most valuable resources you will have on your shelf!"

– Prof. Dianna Newman, University at Albany/SUNY, USA

This is an invaluable book, spoiled only by the title. It is far more than a handbook. It is far more than a guide to research.

– British Journal of Educational Technology, Vol. 38, No. 1 (2007)

This handbook is comprehensive and covers K-12 education in great detail. I feel it is a must read for anyone interested in the subject.

– Prof. Anil Aggarwal. University of Baltimore, USA

A must read for every educator interested in the converging areas of technology and literacy.

– Prof. Felix Tan, Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand

This handbook is of great value to educators who wish to advance the learning process by implementing cutting edge educational technologies. Using these technologies students can be connected to their peers in the global village environment, opening new horizons and developing innovative project oriented learning.

– Dr. Ronen Mir, SciTech Hands On Museum and Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory, USA

This handbook is at the cutting edge in providing and analyzing a wide range of pedagogical approaches and techniques for teaching and learning through computer-IT media; illustrating the potential and pitfalls faced by a diverse group of international and experienced K-12 educators and students. Invaluable for responsible decision-making!

– Prof. Debby Mir, Northeastern Illinois University, USA

Stressing the need to introduce a greater emphasis on technological literacy into primary school classrooms, the editors present 35 chapters that together provide an overview of the major issues involved in such a project.

– Book News, Vol. 22, No. 1 (2007)
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Editor/Author Biographies
Leo Tan Wee Hin has a Ph.D. degree in Marine Biology. He holds the concurrent appointments of President of the Singapore National Academy of Science as well as Professor of Biological Sciences and Director of Special Projects in the Faculty of Science at the National University of Singapore. Prior to this, he was Director of the National Institute of Education and Director of the Singapore Science Centre. His research interests are in the fields of marine biology, ICT in education, science education, museum science, telecommunications, and transportation. He has published numerous research papers in international refereed journals.
R. Subramaniam has a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry. He is an Associate Professor at the National Institute of Education in Nanyang Technological University and Honorary Secretary of the Singapore National Academy of Science. Prior to this he was Acting Head of Physical Sciences at the Singapore Science Centre. His research interests are in the fields of physical chemistry, ICT in education, science education, museum science, telecommunications, and transportation He has published several research papers in international refereed journals.
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Editorial Advisory Board
  • Ronen Mir

  • SciTech Hands On Museum, USA and

  • Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory,USA
  • Dianna Newman


  • University of Albany/SUNY, USA
  • Anil Aggarwal


  • University of Baltimore, USA
  • Felix Tan


  • Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand
  • Debby Mir


  • Northeastern Illinois University, USA