The Digital Reader: Using E-books in K?12 Education
by Dr. Terence Cavanaugh
162 pages
ISTE, 2006
ISBN 1564842215
NETS?S 3,4,5,6
NETS?T I,II,III
Audience: Grade K?12 teachers, library media specialists, curriculum developers, technology coordinators, teacher educators
TECHNOLOGY: Describes the use of e-book hardware and software in a classroom setting. An Internet connection is required to implement some activities and to access online digital library resources.
The rapidly increasing availability and low cost of e-book technology make it perfect for schools and educators looking to expand their resources for readers. This book introduces the unique features that have established e-books as a powerful, effective learning tool for all grade levels and for special needs students.
It includes descriptions and illustrations of the most popular e-book platforms and programs, as well as dozens of practical ideas for using e-books for reading instruction, personal productivity, and curricular enrichment. Brimming with interactive lesson ideas, teaching tips, and online resources, this book is a must-have for teachers in all content areas and library media specialists.
FEATURES
* Descriptions of the most popular and affordable e-book devices, software, and content for educators
* Guidelines for accessing the free digital library resources available on the Web and for creating your own e-books using basic software tools
* Strategies for using the annotation, reference, and hypertext capabilities of electronic text to promote active reading
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