1. Digital Literacy Professional Development Presented by Lindsey LaBarge and Pauline LaBarge CIED 7601 Dr. Vanderbilt February 19, 2009

2. Digital Literacy Definition “ The ability to understand and use information in multiple formats from a wide range of sources when it is presented via computer” (University Library, 2008). (University Library, 2008)

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4. Web 2.0 Tools Definition Just for fun, when you have some spare time, go on the Internet and try to find a conclusive definition for Web 2.0 Tools. It’s not easy because there are so many variations, but from our perspective … Web 2.0 tools are interactive platforms that encourage digital communication above simply retrieving information. Web 2.0 tools encourage critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making.

12. Digital Literacy Scenario #1 Ms. Montenegro wants to help her students strengthen their digital literacy through a group project. To achieve this goal she assigns a research project that requires her students to use digital information to write a newspaper article outlining how the Civil War affected families; however, this information must be gathered from primary sources. How can Ms. Montenegro prepare her students to safely and successfully complete this assignment? Which of the Web 2.0 tools presented earlier would be best for this scenario?

13. Digital Literacy Scenario #2 Mr. Turner is creating an online course. How can he incorporate formative assessments to help him ensure his students are engaged in classroom learning? Which of the Web 2.0 tools presented earlier could Mr. Turner use to create online formative assessments?

14. Digital Literacy Scenario #3 Mr. Laredo has found a perfect video about dissecting a frog to share with his biology students; however, he cannot access the video at school due to Internet restrictions. Is this an appropriate or excessive use of Internet restrictions? What steps should Mr. Laredo take to ensure adequate access for his students to necessary information? Which of the Web 2.0 tools presented earlier would usually not be filtered in school settings?

15. Digital Literacy Scenario #4 Ms. Chung is introducing her students to a sister school in Hong Kong. They are required to interact with the students in their sister school to gain cultural knowledge of Hong Kong. Together, they are to develop a solution to the smog problem that is causing many deaths each year. Which of the Web 2.0 tools presented earlier could Ms. Chung teach her students to use in order to complete this lesson’s requirements? How can she protect her students while using this particular tool?